Australian 4WD & SUV Buyer's Guide

MAZDA CX-9 FROM $44,990

Mazda’s CX-9 range starts at $44,990 for the 170kW 2.5-litre four-cylinder turbopetrol/six-speed automatic/front-wheel-drive Sport. CX9 Touring, with the same drivetrain, is $51,390, GT is $59,390 and Azami is $60,990. All-wheel-drive adds $4000 to each, except top spec Azami LE, at $66,490, where it’s standard.

We’re testing the base-model CX-9 Sport, and it’s obvious that Mazda has thought about what parents really want.

Safety is the obvious priority and here

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