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#3 of 34 Re: Various questions regarding the CX-9 [mofobaru] by btm2518 Sep 25, 2008 (7:44 pm)
Replying to: mofobaru (Sep 25, 2008 7:30 pm) 3. Yes with the power lift gate option.   4. Sorry, don't have the DVD
#4 of 34 Re: Various questions regarding the CX-9 [kree] by ceric Sep 25, 2008 (9:49 pm)
Replying to: kree (Sep 25, 2008 4:44 pm) Kree, On #3: With power-lift gate option (together with SmartKey - can't separate the two), there is a button on the SmartKey to close and open the lift gate remotely. However, you need to unlock the doors/hatch first. For the hatch, that means you need to press unlock button on the fob TWICE (first click unlocks the driver's door, the second click unlocks the rest of doors - including the hatch). Then, you click the power lift-gate button to open it.   Once hatch is opened, there is a button on the lower edge of the lift gate to close to by a single push. I hope this is clear.
#5 of 34 Re: Various questions regarding the CX-9 [kree] by onepeople Sep 26, 2008 (6:16 am)
Replying to: kree (Sep 25, 2008 4:44 pm) One thing you might want to know about the CX-9 is the terrible fuel economy. I like pretty much everything about the vehicle (a 2008 touring AWD), except the poor mileage. But mileage in the crossover segment isn't great anyways, so it prolly won't matter much. Other than that, good choice. Replies to this message: ceric (Sep 27, 2008 9:09 am)
#6 of 34 by kree Sep 26, 2008 (8:00 am)
Thanks so much everyone for the great info. - very much appreciate it!
#7 of 34 Re: Various questions regarding the CX-9 [kree] by maltb Sep 26, 2008 (8:54 am)
Replying to: kree (Sep 25, 2008 4:44 pm) 4. for the DVD systems, can the dvd player be controlled by the stereo/media controls on the front panel, or can it only be controlled by the dvd remote control?   You can only control the audio. the remote is needed to control DVD menus and features. Volume cannot be controlled with the remote.
#8 of 34 Re: Various questions regarding the CX-9 [onepeople] by ceric Sep 27, 2008 (9:09 am)
Replying to: onepeople (Sep 26, 2008 6:16 am) Fuel econemy... Well, it is not great, but I won't call it "terrible" either. I have been getting 17mpg in SF Bay Area (morning/evening commute - 15 miles one-way). I get 18mpg in my old '01 Odyssey. Is that terrible? I also got 22mpg from Fremont to Sacramento (averaging 75mph). That ain't bad. I have GT AWD.
#9 of 34 by howardru Sep 29, 2008 (7:06 pm)
I am using a ScanGuage II, which provides the mileage performance metrics that the US version of the CX-9 removed. A trip from Boston to NYC demonstrated about 22.5MPG on highway driving.
#10 of 34 by belaircarguy Oct 05, 2008 (2:12 am)
I have owned a 2008 CX-9 Grand Touring AWD since December 2007. The mileage matches about what all the other owners are posting for AWD (16-18 city and 22-23 highway). I really do not think this is too bad. The past two minivans I have owned (Chrysler Town&Country Limited and Olds Silhouette) both got around the same mileage. Neither of those vehicles were AWD, which does take some additional fuel to operate vs front wheel drive only. This is a large vehicle with lots of weight, so thinking 20+ MPG around town is not really in the cards. I have a 2007 Toyota Camry (4 cylinder automatic) that barely gets 22-23 around town, and that vehicle is much lighter weight, front drive only, and much much smaller.   Compare the CX-9 to other AWD or 4 wheel drive vehicles and I think it is OK. I have a Isuzu Trooper (4 wheel drive - V6) which only manages 11-12 MPG in town driving. This is in the 2 wheel drive mode only, but shows that you are still turning all the gears of the 4 wheel drive, even though it is not actively engaged. Total weight also plays a big part in MPG.   To get your best mileage, look for the lightest weight vehicle, smallest engine, no 4WD. For me, I'll take the CX-9. I love the way it drives, looks, comfort, great satellite radio, etc.!
#11 of 34 CX-9 Towing by abpelch1 Oct 08, 2008 (2:29 pm)
Does anybody know why the CX-9 sold in Australia has a towing capacity of 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs), whereas the U.S. model equipped with the towing package is only rated to tow 3,500 lbs? I've checked the CX-9 specs on both the Australian and U.S websites and the only difference seems to be that Australian CX-9's have standard All-Wheel drive. AWD does nothing to increase towing capacity in the U.S., so I don't think that has any bearing. They also specify that the 4,409 lb towing capacity is with a trailer that has its own brakes, otherwise towing capacity is 1,653 lbs. Engine, suspension, transmission ratios...even tire sizes are the same. Are the laws of physics different "down-undah"?   I have a pop-up tent trailer that is pushing the 3,500 lb limit when loaded, but the fact that the (apparently) exact same car is rated to tow an additional 900 lbs elsewhere in the world gives me a little comfort that I won't be over-working my car. Replies to this message: maltb (Oct 08, 2008 2:49 pm) tbo01 (Nov 02, 2008 6:09 pm) abpelch1 (Nov 05, 2008 1:37 pm) ceric (Nov 05, 2008 3:38 pm) and 1 more... tbo01 (Nov 10, 2008 8:30 am) and 4 more...
#12 of 34 Re: CX-9 Towing [abpelch1] by maltb Oct 08, 2008 (2:49 pm)
Replying to: abpelch1 (Oct 08, 2008 2:29 pm) 3,500 lbs is the stated limit of a Class II receiver. I wouldn't doubt that it's more of a marketing issue than a vehicle limitation.   I pull my boat (~5,000lbs) on 5 mile stints from storage to the water on a regular basis. The CX-9 has no trouble doing so but I do run the risk of the added liability I assume.

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