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Simple by bosi77
May 30, 2006 (1:22 pm)
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2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
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2007 CX-9 Colors/ Packages by aviboy97
Jun 10, 2006 (5:50 am)
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Here are the color choices for the 2007 Mazda CX-9.
 
Black Cherry Mica
Brilliant Black Clear Coat
Copper Red Mica
Crystal White
Galaxy Gray
Liquid Platinum
Sparkling Black Mica
Stormy Blue Mica
 
Also, some preliminary package options:
 
Towing package, rear passenger entertainment system, Bose Audio/ Moon roof package. There will be more, but, that's all I have for now.
 
This vehicle will also be a 2007, possible here early 2007 or late 2006 (December)
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CX-9 towing? by ezra442
Jun 17, 2006 (11:29 am)
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I'm glad to see the tow package. Does anyone have a guess on the probable tow rating? I know the MPV is at 4000-4300 lbs. The CX9 will have a more powerful engine and 6 speed tranny, but will be on a different (Mazda 6) platform. Also, any further info on introduction dates? I'd be very interesting in getting one right now if the tow rating were strong enough...and they were available.
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CX-9 may be the one! by music287
Jul 09, 2006 (4:09 am)
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We want an awd 6-7 passenger vehicle with xenon headlights, decent mileage using regular gas and maybe a full-size, regular spare tire. As best I can determine, only the Pacifica (with a new 4.0 engine and 6-speed transmission,) and the upcoming CX-9 offer this combination. (I am right in assuming the upcoming MDX uses premium, aren't I?)
When I test drove a CX-7 I noticed that, even though the spare wasn't a full-service tire, it was a full diameter spare. I'd bet a full -size spare will be available in the CX-9.
 
Jay
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Re: CX-9 may be the one! [music287] by quattroporte12
Jul 12, 2006 (7:12 pm)
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Replying to: music287 (Jul 09, 2006 4:09 am)

I would check out the Audi Q7. You can get it in 6 or 7 passenger, it has as much or more room as the cx-9 or pacifica, and i would not wory about buying vehices that "require" premium fuel. all that premium fuel does is get a slightly higher horsepower output from the engine. in fact, a well known mercedes dealer in my area puts regular fuel in all of their cars. Im sure the audi has a full size spare, and it is available with a 350 horsepower v8 or 280 horsepower v6, the v8 getting 14/19 mpg, and the v6 probably about 3 mpg better. all have xenon headlights.
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Re: CX-9 may be the one! [quattroporte12] by arumage
Jul 19, 2006 (5:04 am)
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Replying to: quattroporte12 (Jul 12, 2006 7:12 pm)

This Audi would be great if:
 
1) it didn't start at $50,000 (for the v8)
2) it didn't weigh so much (5,300lbs)
3) you live near an audi dealer so you can get it fixed
4) you could fit somebody more than 4ft tall in the 3rd row (head room)
 
Don't get me wrong. The specs look pretty good for it (especially if we could get that diesel), but they are calling for the Ford Edge to get in the mid-20s for average gas mileage, which bodes well for the Mazda since they share the same motor. I could take that money saved from gas mileage and vehicle cost and practically buy another car.
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Re: CX-9 may be the one! [arumage] by autoboy16
Jul 19, 2006 (9:38 am)
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Replying to: arumage (Jul 19, 2006 5:04 am)

But the edge has no 3rd row. A vehicle for you to check out would be the Mercury Mountaineer or Ford Explorer (xlt or higher). The 3rd row in them are large enough for a 6'2 foot person or a little bigger. Both have power folding 3 row (they split 50/50 for 2006. Before 2006, it was just one piece.) available. If you decide on the Explorer limited or eddie bauer, heres a tip. The mountaineer is $300 cheaper and has very comfortable 2tone leather seats in all 3 rows. Power running boards are an inexpensive option for the mercury. They come with a full size spares. The MPG isn't perfect and the v8 gets almost equal the MPG as the v6.

 

 
It looks a lot bigger in person than it looks on the picture. And the two the is consistent throughout the vehicle. The 2 colors you see are the 2 colors available on the Mountaineer !
 
-Cj
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Re: CX-9 may be the one! [autoboy16] by arumage
Jul 20, 2006 (10:58 am)
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Replying to: autoboy16 (Jul 19, 2006 9:38 am)

Chances are that the Ford Edge will have 3 rows in 2008. Ford is putting it in the Future Options category to gauge popularity. Also, chances are good that the Freestyle will leave after 2008 as well so an Edge with 3 rows could fill that void. I was more referencing the Edge for an estimate of gas mileage for the CX-9 since they have the same drivetrain. The CX-9 will probably get one or two mpg less because of it's larger size and extra weight though. I do like the Mountaineer (My In-Laws have a 2002 Explorer w/ 3rd row), but with all the options my wife "requires" it can get pretty pricy and thirsty. The crossovers are usually a bit roomier, ride better, and use a bit less gas. We'll probably end up with some sort of crossover or a minivan.
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Re: CX-9 may be the one! [arumage] by quattroporte12
Jul 20, 2006 (6:15 pm)
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Replying to: arumage (Jul 19, 2006 5:04 am)

The Audi starts at 39,900 for the V6. It does weigh a lot, but with the 6-seat configuration, the third row gets is roomier. What worries me about the mazda is that, although it is japenese, it is a Ford product, which do not have a good reputation for reliability. Just look at the Mazda 6. Still, i would pick the cx-9 over a pacifica or explorer any day. I also think the new Mdx could be a good choice, (as long as it doesnt look anything like the ugly concept car). Maybe there will be a 7-passenger X5 as well, but the spy photos make me think they could never fit one back there. This segment of vehicle seems to be growing very rapidly, especially with the GM Acadia/Enclave/Outlook coming out this fall.
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Re: CX-9 may be the one! [quattroporte12] by arumage
Jul 21, 2006 (4:09 am)
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Replying to: quattroporte12 (Jul 20, 2006 6:15 pm)

When you start stacking options on the Audi, I'm sure you'll push it right back up towards $50,000. The Mazda will be similarly equipped for about $10,000 or more less. Chances are Audi engine offerings will ask for Premium fuel to make those numbers as well while the ford makes its power on Regular. All of this (and the fact that there are few places to get the Audi services, especially if you live farther from a large city) drives the overall maintenance cost of the vehicle up quite a bit.
 
Even though the V6 is 280hp, it's still going to be hard pressed to push over 5,000lbs. The new engine from Ford is going to be about 265hp. That engine, which is supposed to be more reliable than its replacement, (The 3.0L V6 came out as a 2.5L V6 in the 1996 Ford Contour) is what Ford is really going to be basing it's whole fleet of cars on. It was created to fit in any vehicle that had the 3.0L V6 in it. The 3rd row headroom is what I'm worried about in the Q7. That big sloping curve over the room certainly makes the vehicle beautiful, but it takes alot of space away from the 3rd row (headroom).
 
That being said. I really love the look of the Audi, inside and out. I also like the tow rating. I know the Ford will probably only tow about 3,500lbs.
 
Lastly, I can't see where the Acadia/Enclave/Outlook will get good gas mileage at all. The 3.6L V6 is the same one in the Cadillac CTS, and it only make 18/27mpg in the CTS. If you add over 1000lbs and make it less aerodynamic, it can only get worse, although I like how they look too.

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