2009 Mazda CX-9: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest equipment change for the 2009 Mazda CX-9 is a trip computer becoming standard on every trim. It is otherwise a light-update year, with the Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring trim lineup and a few small trim-specific tech upgrades.
About the 2009 Mazda CX-9
1st generation (2007-2015), third model year, last year before the 2010 styling and interior update.
Mazda markets the CX-9 as the answer for families who need real three-row space but do not want a dull family hauler. Its 2009 message is straightforward: sporty driving meets seven-passenger utility. That means strong V6 power, more agile handling than most large crossovers, a usable third row, and styling that feels more athletic than boxy. It is a family SUV for buyers who care about road feel, design, and everyday practicality at the same time.
The 2009 CX-9 is a seven-seat crossover offered in three trims, all with a 273-hp V6 and six-speed automatic. Sport covers the family essentials, Touring adds leather and heated front seats, and Grand Touring brings upscale touches such as blind-spot monitoring, xenon headlights, rain-sensing wipers, and driver-seat memory.
What changed, by category
2009 Mazda CX-9 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.7 Liter | V6, 3.7 Liter | V6, 3.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sport Shift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sport Shift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Sport Shift |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 15 mpg | 15 mpg | 15 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg | 21 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 273 hp | 273 hp | 273 hp |
| Torque | 270 lb-ft | 270 lb-ft | 270 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 100.7 cu-ft | 100.7 cu-ft | 100.7 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32.4 in | 32.4 in | 32.4 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Headlights | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| Power Moonroof | |||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | |||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| 115V Power Outlet | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Driver's Seat | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the main change to the 2009 Mazda CX-9?
The main change is a trip computer becoming standard on every 2009 CX-9. Sport also gains Bluetooth hands-free calling, and Grand Touring adds an auto-dimming rearview mirror with a built-in garage-door opener.
Did the 2009 Mazda CX-9 get a new engine?
No. Every 2009 CX-9 keeps the 273-hp 3.7-liter V6 and six-speed automatic transmission.
Which trims make up the 2009 Mazda CX-9 lineup?
The 2009 CX-9 lineup consists of Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring. Sport is the straightforward entry trim, Touring adds leather and heated seats, and Grand Touring adds more premium convenience and driver-assistance features.
Is the 2009 Mazda CX-9 substantially different from the 2008 model?
No. The 2009 model is a light update rather than a redesign, with added convenience technology but no change to its engine, transmission, styling, safety structure, or basic seven-seat layout.
Is the 2009 Mazda CX-9 the refreshed first-generation model?
No. The 2009 CX-9 is the final model year before the first generation receives styling and interior updates for 2010.