2017 Mazda CX-9, a torchbearer for Mazda’s spirit of innovation

Colonial Motors last week unveiled the 2017 Mazda CX-9 is a mid-size, three-row crossover SUV that caters to families with seating for seven. 

The destination possibilities are endless thanks to CX-9’s all-weather capability from its optional predictive i-ACTIV all-wheel drive and class-leading fuel-efficiency. 

CX-9 provides a premium driving and passenger experience, courtesy of an award-winning SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine that delivers excellent performance in everyday driving scenarios and an interior cabin that is pleasing to the sight and touch.

Mazda’s standout three-row crossover SUV remains the flagship of Mazda’s lineup, positioned to push the brand to new, aspirational heights. After being named as a finalist for the 2017 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, CX-9 further earned commendations as a finalist for both 2017 World Car of the Year and 2017 World Car Design of the Year, helping Mazda earn spots on both World Car lists for the second year in a row. But, then, that would all be par for the course with CX-9.

The latest, grandest expression of KODO—Soul of Motion design resides in the CX-9, representing the flagship of Mazda’s current-generation lineup. The recently revealed 2017 CX-5 reflects the same design language as its CX-9 big brother. A proud front fascia that cascades into crisp lines that flow to the rear greets drivers and passengers, ready to take on the world. 

When developing the second-generation CX-9, engineers sought to instill driving dynamics befitting of a Mazda— agile handling, tight steering and a responsive, controllable powertrain. To do this, they found smart solutions to keep CX-9’s structure light, yet rigid, with SKYACTIV Technology. Engineers developed a new turbocharged SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine that delivers instant throttle response, class-leading torque and best-in-class EPA combined fuel economy at 24 mpg when equipped with front-wheel drive.

Throughout the SKYACTIV engine series, Mazda aims to offer customers a combination of great performance in everyday driving situations and excellent fuel economy. And Mazda’s engine development philosophy is to offer these two factors by combining the right displacement with the simplest configuration of technologies, as best suits each class of vehicle.

Based on this philosophy, Mazda’s SKYACTIV engine family has delivered its promise of combined performance and fuel economy, and it continues to do so with the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T. Mazda stays so true to this promise that, for the fourth year in a row, it was recognised as the most fuel efficient auto manufacturer by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Piling kudos on top, the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine was named a 2017 Wards 10 Best Engines award recipient, one of the highest industry-facing honors for engineering excellence an automaker and its technologies can receive.

A key priority in the development of the second-generation CX-9 was to highlight its upscale driving experience with an aural quality to match. Engineers far exceeded objectives— so much that 53 lbs. of sound deadening mats were added back into the body for reduced NVH, placing it among the quietest vehicles in its class. In all, the new CX-9 lost approximately 198 lbs. in front-wheel-drive configuration and approximately 287 lbs. when equipped with predictive i-ACTIV AWD.

Colonial Motors (Ceylon) Ltd., (CMCL) is the authorised distributor for Mazda in Sri Lanka and the Maldives. CMCL is the only distributor that offers every single model of Mazda vehicles directly from Hiroshima, Japan. It has two sales locations and modern showrooms to enable easy access for their customers at Union Place and Peliyagoda.

CMCL has made significant investments in setting up two modern body shops in Battaramulla and Peliyagoda. The body shop which is equipped with the latest body aligning equipment from Finland and has laser detection to correct every single aspect of the vehicle in an unlikely accident. The computerised temperature controlled paint booth ensures that the paint finishes meet the high standards set by Mazda motor corporation Japan. Colonial strives to provide customers with precision technology equipment, superb after sales and high standards of service facilities.

Colonial Motors (Ceylon) Ltd is a 100% owned subsidiary of its parent company CM Holdings PLC, which is a Public Quoted Company listed in the Colombo Stock Exchange and is a member of Colombo Fort Land Building PLC. They have been in operation since 1909 and have won the hearts of many customers with their integrity and professionalism throughout the ages.