2007 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring Sport Utility 4-Door 3.5L

Detailed item info Model OverviewThe all-new 2007 Mazda CX-9 crossover sport utility vehicle is powered by a 263-horsepower. 3. 5L DOHC V6 engine with variable valve timing and an electronic throttle. matched with a six-speed automatic transmission. and delivering the power through either front-wheel drive or the Active Torque-Split all-wheel drive system. which uses sensors and a computer-controlled coupling to bring up to 50 percent of drive power to the rear wheels for surefooted traction. The CX-9's interior packaging is designed to be very flexible. The second row is split 60/40. the seatback reclines. and it can slide forward about five inches fore and aft. or fold flat. The third row. which is split 50/50. can also be folded flat for an expanded cargo floor. and it includes a hand strap for easily folding it or setting it back up. Entry to the third row is easier than most vehicles because of the second-row's folding abilities. Though the CX-9 is designed primarily for on-road operation. a full perimeter frame adds toughness to its uni-body construction. making it suitable for towing boats or small trailers (up to 3. 00 pounds). and a multi-link rear suspension brings more secure on-road ride and handling attributes than other SUVs. Several important safety features not offered by all the competition are standard on the CX-9. including dynamic stability control with roll stability control. a system that helps take minor corrective action to avoid loss of control on slippery roads or during abrupt maneuvers. anti-lock brakes with brakeforce distribution. and side-curtain air bags that extend to all three rows. Three different trim levels--Sports. Touring. and Grand Touring--are offered. Sports and Touring models get 18-inch wheels. while Grand Touring models ride on flashy. bright-finish 20-inch wheels with high-speed. V-rated tires. Standard equipment on Sports models includes keyless illuminated entry. cruise control. a three-zone automatic climate control system with rear-seat ducts. a six-speaker CD sound system. and power windows. locks. and mirrors. The Touring model upgrades to heated mirrors and leather first- and second-row seats with heated front seats. while the top-of-the-range Grand Touring adds fog lamps. high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps. rain-sensing wipers. a Smart Card keyless entry/start system. and upgraded lighting and trim. Key options include a power-operated liftgate. a moonroof. a backup-camera system. a rear entertainment system package with a nine-inch screen. and a Bose Centerpoint surround sound system with eleven speakers.