Mazda 2012 CX-9 Brochure & Specs page 4

Where daily adventure starts. And worry ends.
Because our engineers are passionate drivers themselves, they made sure the cockpit of the CX-9 is outfitted for the
driver's ultimate comfort and convenience. The long list of standard features includes steering-wheel-mounted audio and
cruise controls, Bluetooth ® hands-free phone integration and 3-zone climate control. Then customize your CX-9 to fit your
everyday needs with a host of available amenities, including leather-trimmed upholstery*, power glass moonroof* – even
a Bose ® Centerpoint ® Surround Sound System † .
The brains beneath the brawn.
Of course the CX-9 will get you to your destination swiftly and safely, but it also keeps you entertained, connected and comfortable along
the way thanks to some smart features. There's a standard, 6-speaker CD/MP3 audio system with SIRIUS
portable music device to the standard auxiliary audio input jack. To find your destination quickly and easily, there's an available navigation
system with rearview camera**. And the available rear entertainment system
BLuETooTh ®
SiRiuS ®
CoNNECTiViTy SATELLiTE RAdio
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*Standard on the GT model. Available on the GS with Luxury Package. †Standard on the GT model. **Available on the GT model with Navigation System. ‡Available on the GT model with Rear Entertainment System.
®† compatibility. Or hook up your
‡ makes getting there a pleasure. Intelligence abounds.
BoSE ® hEATEd EASy-To-uSE
Audio SEATS CoNTRoLS
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our engineers went crazy to give you peace of mind.
To what lengths should a car go to help keep you safe? Insane lengths. Our obsessive engineers painstakingly crafted active and
passive safety features to give you and your family one feeling: peace of mind. Active whiplash-reducing front-seat headrests,
side-impact door beams, front and rear crumple zones, integrated child-seat anchors in the second-row – and we're only just
beginning. A collapsible steering column absorbs energy in the event of a heavy frontal impact, while a foldaway brake assembly
reduces the risk of serious injuries to the ankle and leg. Just a few of the anticipatory safety features you'll find on your CX-9.
Active Torque-Split All-Wheel-drive System
The available Active Torque-Split All-Wheel-Drive
System maintains an ideal balance between front
and rear axle torque (up to 50/50) by continuously
monitoring wheel speed and engine data,
instantly adjusting to any changes in road and
weather conditions.
Advanced Braking Technologies
A comprehensive set of advanced braking
technologies comes standard. Large 4-wheel disc
brakes promote linear, fade-resistant stopping.
Anti-lock brakes prevents wheel lock-up for
better steering control in emergency braking
situations. Electronic Brake Force Distribution Tire Pressure Monitoring System
applies force to individual brakes based on Designed to monitor air pressure in
changing road conditions. And in emergency real time, the Tire Pressure Monitoring
situations, Brake Assist automatically increases
System automatically alerts you before
braking pressure. one or more tires become critically low.
"Triple h" Body Construction Clearer Nighttime Vision
By adding extra steel reinforcements to critical Standard on the GT, the Xenon High
areas of the body, Mazda's "Triple H" body Intensity Discharge headlights auto-
construction enhances structural integrity, impact matically provide you with enhanced
protection and rigidity for superior handling. In key low-beam nighttime illumination.
areas, the CX-9 also uses high-tensile steel, which No need to even take your hands off
is stronger and more rigid than conventional steel. the wheel.
†Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the rear seat in appropriate child restraints. ‡Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) is not a substitute for safe driving practices.
Enhanced Stability & Control
The Traction Control System detects wheel
spin, then reduces engine power to improve
traction in slippery conditions. Dynamic Stability
Control modulates the engine and brakes when
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over- or under-steering is detected, helping
to keep you on your intended path. And during
accident-avoidance maneuvers, Roll-Over
Stability Control uses on-board sensors to
monitor vehicle movement and applies the
brakes to help keep the CX-9 stable.
Six Standard Air Bags
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Advanced dual front air bags that use inflators
with both crash-zone and driver's/passenger's
seat weight sensors are standard on all CX-9
models – as are dual side air bags and dual
side air curtains with coverage for front and
rear passengers.