2017 Mazda CX-9

[CarLadyLisa]

It's happening. The CX-9 will finally be getting a re-do. Sometime next year Mazda will release a Skyactiv redesigned 2016 or in Mazda fashion...likely a 2017 model. This rendering is pretty good. It'll be exciting to see this car get a total makeover. It's been too long.

[loki]

Yes the old one is so ugly and the interior isn't anything special

Especially if you're trying to compete with say the Hyundai Santa Fe

[Johns 08 3 GT]

Not to sure how these will sell with a turbo 4cyl. Most in this class still have a V6 available.

(Turbo is a rumor, not confirmed. Also see the last turbo CUV from Mazda the CX7 that has left a bad taste in former and current owners mouth.)

If Mazda had a Skyactiv V6 that would probably be a better seller.

[ottoyu34]

4 cylinder turbo is the trend now.

[CarLadyLisa]

From what I hear it'll be skyactiv. That means a higher compression engine. Turbos don't align with the skyactiv-g platforms. I'd be surprised if they went that way.

[Johns 08 3 GT]

4 cylinder turbo is the trend now.

With most cars yes. Most CUV's in this class still have a V6. Off the top of my head the only CUV in this class with a turbo 4 is the Explorer and most reviews do not favor it.

http://www.carscoops.com/2015/09/fut...-cx-9-suv.html

Down-sizing’ is the current name of the game in the auto industry, and Mazda is set to follow this route here as well. Gone will be the current car’s 3.7-litre V6, tipped to be replaced by a smaller 2.5-litre, four cylinder turbo unit utilizing the very latest in ‘SkyActiv’ techniques.

[hoodlum]

It will debut at the LA auto show on Nov 20th. Here is the latest hint directly from Mazda.

[Jeff-TheBiz]

At the most recent ride and drive they were saying it would get the 2.5l SkyActiv Turbo. Same one going in the new Speed3.

[turtl307]

Reminds me of cx7 and 2nd gen speed lol

[Scottobot]

At the most recent ride and drive they were saying it would get the 2.5l SkyActiv Turbo. Same one going in the new Speed3.

..didn't they learn with the turbo in the CX7..?

WAIT, NEW SPEED3??

[Ogata]

Dammit Jeff PM me once there is a good deal on this... wife and I think the cx 5 May be too small... hope cx 7 is revived

[Johns 08 3 GT]

http://www.carscoops.com/2015/11/new...his-is-it.html

[hoodlum]

It looks like the 3rd row has a bit more room.

[Johns 08 3 GT]

[Ogata]

Is this bigger than a Lexus RX330?

[hoodlum]

Officially announced.

http://www.motortrend.com/news/2016-...t-look-review/

[Johns 08 3 GT]

From the press release. http://www.mazdausamedia.com/2016CX9

However, Mazda's latest engine, the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T, is a realization of excellent real- world and catalog fuel-economy as well as spry acceleration, featuring a host of technological advancements to achieve this goal.

One piece of technology is Mazda's Dynamic Pressure Turbo, the world's first turbocharger with the ability to vary the degree of exhaust pulsation depending on engine speed. The system routes engine exhaust to the turbocharger's turbine through smaller ports at low rpm. It works similarly to when one might place his or her thumb on a garden hose, creating a strong amount of pressure through a smaller outlet. This allows the turbocharger to spool up quickly, creating instant boost—up to 1.2 bar (17.4 psi) of pressure. When the engine is in the heart of its rev range, it opens up secondary valves, allowing for greater amounts of exhaust gas to pass through the turbocharger. The system is complemented by the 2.5-liter engine that already benefits from more torque at atmospheric pressure than a comparable 2.0-liter by virtue of its size.

Further assisting CX-9 to maximize turbocharger efficiency is a 4-3-1 exhaust. With this setup, the exhaust from the middle two cylinders (2 and 3) is joined into a single port, while the exhausts from the outer cylinders (1 and 4) each have their own ports. These three ports come together at the entrance to the turbocharger's exhaust side, where there is always one exhaust pulse arriving every 180 degrees of crankshaft rotation. Not only does this very compact manifold keeps the exhaust pulses separate for maximum energy extraction, it also harnesses each exhaust pulse to suck the residual exhaust from the adjacent ports.

That only tells so much of the story. In order to increase fuel-efficiency, SKYACTIV-G 2.5T employs the efficient combustion of Mazda's SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter engine and marries it to a cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system, which helps prevent burning excessive amounts of fuel when the engine is running at higher temperatures. In many turbocharged cars, heat is controlled through adding more fuel to the combustion chamber; Mazda's cooled EGR reduces the need for that.

While Mazda sees no discernible benefits on regulated test cycles from this technology, it benefits the consumer through real-world gains.
The cooled EGR helps bring engine temperatures down from approximately 500 degrees C (932 F) to just over 100 degrees C (212 F), allowing SKYACTIV-G 2.5T to operate with a compression ratio of 10.5:1—one of the highest numbers of any gasoline-powered, turbocharged engine.
The net result: 310 lb-ft (420 N-m) of torque at a low 2,000 rpm and 250 horsepower at 5,000 rpm on 93-octane gasoline (227 horsepower on 87-octane gasoline). At 55 mph (88 km/h), a driver needs just 18 horsepower to maintain speed on flat roads with a front- wheel-drive model—a four-horsepower reduction versus the outgoing model, illustrating reduced friction in all parts of the driveline and enhanced aerodynamics.

Very cool stuff. I hope this makes its way to a 3 or a 6 with AWD as the new Mazdaspeed.

[ottoyu34]

From the press release. http://www.mazdausamedia.com/2016CX9

Very cool stuff. I hope this makes its way to a 3 or a 6 with AWD as the new Mazdaspeed.

Exactly my thoughts, when I read the part says 2.5L Turbo.

[hoodlum]

I can see some of the interior upgrades filter down to the rest of the Mazda lineup as new gen models come along.

[FD22]

I think the exterior is quite stunning. Miles better than its predecessor.

[loki]

wife will need a company car in a little over a year, and this redesign might make the CX9 a contender

the previous interior was hideous....(not hideous but nowhere near as nice)

[Canadianbacon]

Needs more HP 227HP could do better, 310ft-lb torque is sweet if coming to speed3 models. Stage 2 you would see gains of 400ft-lb

[Johns 08 3 GT]

[CarLadyLisa]

Recently went to see it in person. Great looking vehicle.

Looks like it will be available in 4 packages GS (FWD or AWD), GS-L, GT & Signature. Standard equipment will be what's expected from Mazda in this vehicle. Mazda connect, heated seats, 3 zone climate control, back-up camera...etc with the addition of LED headlights and LED combo taillight.

GS-L is like the GS Luxury that offers leather, sunroof, power tailgate, advanced key, advanced blind spot monitoring with RCTA, SCBS but most notably heated steering wheel, integrated USB ports on rear armrest, LED fogs and 8" Mazda Connect display.

GT is the usual larger wheels, Bose audio, NAV. Some new stuff including a colour ADD that displays on the windshield, rear door sunshades, LED lights with signature illumination and multi-dot display.

Signature has Nappa leather, real wood trimmed display, signature grille illumination & more high end lighting in the cabin.

Official specs & pricing are yet to come.


https://youtu.be/XSFCw96xKGY

[Mazduh]

I personally think it looks very Infiniti. Really liking the new style