Topic: 2024 Mazda CX-90

[Blueprint]

All the action is here, really : https://www.autos.ca/forum/index.php?topic=119433.120

Might as well go on in a proper model thread 

https://www.autotrader.ca/editorial/20230131/all-new-2024-mazda-cx-90-looks-to-continue-brand-s-push-upmarket/

[Blueprint]

Materials are exquisite in what must be the Signature trim shown at the reveal. Hopefully the bas model (GS?) won't just be a sea of black.

[Blueprint]

Btw, request sent to merge Jeff's thread with this one (Jeff, CX-90 ain't a car, and Bp, use the seach button next time when you can't find something  )

[OliverD]

That maple trim is kind of odd. Not sure I like the yellow-ish-ness of it next to grey and black. But the other materials look great.

Seems Mazda has fixed the biggest issues with the CX-9 by making it bigger and dropping in a much better engine. Bonus that it gets better fuel economy, too.

This looks seriously upmarket both inside and out. Maybe not six figures upmarket but it definitely holds its own when compared to brands like Volvo, Cadillac, Acura, etc. The interior is very well done with lots of hard buttons, no goofy shifter, a wide/low infotainment screen, etc. It may not winner over the crowd that wants touchscreens everywhere but oh well.

Also sounds like the price will be quite reasonable. Well done, Mazda.

[Blueprint]

That maple trim is kind of odd. Not sure I like the yellow-ish-ness of it next to grey and black. But the other materials look great.

Seems Mazda has fixed the biggest issues with the CX-9 by making it bigger and dropping in a much better engine. Bonus that it gets better fuel economy, too.

This looks seriously upmarket both inside and out. Maybe not six figures upmarket but it definitely holds its own when compared to brands like Volvo, Cadillac, Acura, etc. The interior is very well done with lots of hard buttons, no goofy shifter, a wide/low infotainment screen, etc. It may not winner over the crowd that wants touchscreens everywhere but oh well.

Also sounds like the price will be quite reasonable. Well done, Mazda.

As the Motormouth lovebirds said, base versions will be class-competitive while upper trims will give the premium brands a run for their money. The trim IIRC is some sort of Japanese wood, but everyone is saying "maple". I liked the CX-9 when I drove it, but found the engine taxed by the weight of the vehicle. Won't have that problem here.

[Gurgie]

Still looking forward to the CX-70 version as that would be a good replacement for the Passport in 3 years or so. Don't wanna buy in the first year or 2 of a new model anyway

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[Jaeger]

Very handsome vehicle.  Can't wait to hear more about how that engine performs.  The cloth dash is a fail for me - just seems like it would look like an old fuzzy sweater after a few years.  And like the guys on The Straight Pipes mentioned, is just want to close that gaping open stitch in the worst way.

[Blueprint]

Still looking forward to the CX-70 version as that would be a good replacement for the Passport in 3 years or so. Don't wanna buy in the first year or 2 of a new model anyway

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Yeah, I know, this bugs me a bit, but the platform mate CX-60 has been out for awhile now in the RoW. Looking forward to seeing some stats comparing CX-90 to CX-60; the supposedly wider 70/90 are destined for the Americas, and Australia, while the 60/80 will be offered in Europe and, I guess, Asia.

[Blueprint]

Very handsome vehicle.  Can't wait to hear more about how that engine performs.  The cloth dash is a fail for me - just seems like it would look like an old fuzzy sweater after a few years.  And like the guys on The Straight Pipes mentioned, is just want to close that gaping open stitch in the worst way.

The infamous stitch is an hommage to a Japanese weaving technique - conversation starter 

The Polestar2 has quite a bit of fabric on door panels and IP, I think it actually helps how sound behaves in the vehicle and I see it as a plus. Anyhow, I expect plainer materials in lower trims.

CX-9 GS 2023:



CX-9 Signature 2023:

[dkaz]

Is the fabric wool? Wool is a traditional luxury fabric in Japan. It's still an option in the Toyota Century.



Toyota Celsior (Lexus LS430)

[ktm525]

Fabric doors and dash? It will end up like Eddie Murphy's couch.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELI6fZInSKg

[DriverJeff]

That maple trim is kind of odd. Not sure I like the yellow-ish-ness of it next to grey and black. But the other materials look great.

Seems Mazda has fixed the biggest issues with the CX-9 by making it bigger and dropping in a much better engine. Bonus that it gets better fuel economy, too.

This looks seriously upmarket both inside and out. Maybe not six figures upmarket but it definitely holds its own when compared to brands like Volvo, Cadillac, Acura, etc. The interior is very well done with lots of hard buttons, no goofy shifter, a wide/low infotainment screen, etc. It may not winner over the crowd that wants touchscreens everywhere but oh well.

Also sounds like the price will be quite reasonable. Well done, Mazda.

As the Motormouth lovebirds said, base versions will be class-competitive while upper trims will give the premium brands a run for their money. The trim IIRC is some sort of Japanese wood, but everyone is saying "maple". I liked the CX-9 when I drove it, but found the engine taxed by the weight of the vehicle. Won't have that problem here.

It is maple. The materials are all stunningly impressive. The M340i I was driving immediately after the Mazda reveal felt significantly chintzier inside.


And apologies to all for basically ditching this thread!  Doh! 

[JG20]

I'm really liking what Mazda did with this vs the CX-9. Would've given the MDX a run for its money if it had been available 2 yrs ago while we were shopping.

Question, is power adjustable steering wheel (with memory) available in any trim, or is it all manual? That's one of the things I really appreciate with the MDX vs the mainstream offerings. First world problem but was kind of a PITA adjusting the steering wheel after my wife has driven (previous vehicles obviously).

[ArticSteve]

I reckon the outboard mirrors/seat/steering wheel memory thingy will be available on the full jam trim only.

It's a tantalizing offering to current model MDXers.  However, I suspect the AWD will be slip and grip.    Also thinking that the rear diff traction will be an open diff.

[JG20]

I reckon the outboard mirrors/seat/steering wheel memory thingy will be available on the full jam trim only.

It's a tantalizing offering to current model MDXers.  However, I suspect the AWD will be slip and grip.    Also thinking that the rear diff traction will be an open diff.

When we were testing, none of the mainstream offerings had steering wheel memory, even at the highest trims.

As for the slip n grip, this will be RWD first, with power being sent to the front as necessary so not a bad thing IMO. You're probably right about the open diff but I bet there will be some kind of brake based e diff.

[ArticSteve]

Right on the RWD which is nice.  But I think that the front will be slip and grip.  The MDX front and rear wheels are always engaged.  No waiting for a sensor to connect them.  Does it matter?  Maybe not.

The MDX is a pretty amazing vehicle.  The motor and the 10 speed is outstanding.  Handling outstanding.  The only negative is the MPG.  The new CX 9 will have a light hybrid that from what I can gather will make the stop/start actually work seamlessly without using a traditional bendix starter.

[marcus_go]

Right on the RWD which is nice.  But I think that the front will be slip and grip.  The MDX front and rear wheels are always engaged.  No waiting for a sensor to connect them.  Does it matter?  Maybe not.

The MDX is a pretty amazing vehicle.  The motor and the 10 speed is outstanding.  Handling outstanding.  The only negative is the MPG.  The new CX 9 will have a light hybrid that from what I can gather will make the stop/start actually work seamlessly without using a traditional bendix starter.

I really wish Honda/Acura kept and improved the hybrid offering they had on the previous gen MDX.

[JG20]

Right on the RWD which is nice.  But I think that the front will be slip and grip.  The MDX front and rear wheels are always engaged.  No waiting for a sensor to connect them.  Does it matter?  Maybe not.

The MDX is a pretty amazing vehicle.  The motor and the 10 speed is outstanding.  Handling outstanding.  The only negative is the MPG.  The new CX 9 will have a light hybrid that from what I can gather will make the stop/start actually work seamlessly without using a traditional bendix starter.

I really wish Honda/Acura kept and improved the hybrid offering they had on the previous gen MDX.

Seems like they're going straight to EV. At least with Acura.

[rrocket]

Right on the RWD which is nice.  But I think that the front will be slip and grip.  The MDX front and rear wheels are always engaged.  No waiting for a sensor to connect them.  Does it matter?  Maybe not.

The MDX is a pretty amazing vehicle.  The motor and the 10 speed is outstanding.  Handling outstanding.  The only negative is the MPG.  The new CX 9 will have a light hybrid that from what I can gather will make the stop/start actually work seamlessly without using a traditional bendix starter.

I really wish Honda/Acura kept and improved the hybrid offering they had on the previous gen MDX.

I really liked the 2018+ Acura RLX Sport Hybrid I drove.

Was one of the bigger surprises in recent car testing....

[marcus_go]

Right on the RWD which is nice.  But I think that the front will be slip and grip.  The MDX front and rear wheels are always engaged.  No waiting for a sensor to connect them.  Does it matter?  Maybe not.

The MDX is a pretty amazing vehicle.  The motor and the 10 speed is outstanding.  Handling outstanding.  The only negative is the MPG.  The new CX 9 will have a light hybrid that from what I can gather will make the stop/start actually work seamlessly without using a traditional bendix starter.

I really wish Honda/Acura kept and improved the hybrid offering they had on the previous gen MDX.

I really liked the 2018+ Acura RLX Sport Hybrid I drove.

Was one of the bigger surprises in recent car testing....

Yeah, a lot of car for the money. Not a lot of them around.