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2015 Mazda CX-9

The 2015 Mazda CX-9 is a compact SUV, rated at 19 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2015 Mazda CX-9
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Combined MPG
19
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$38,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeMazda
ModelCX-9
Model year2015
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3.7 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG17
Highway MPG24
Combined MPG19
CO₂ tailpipe456 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3300

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
CX-9 2WD19 MPG combined
CX-9 4WD19 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City17 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined19 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

CX-919 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 41% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$669/mo
Amount financed
$34,200
Total interest
$5,950
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5-year fuel cost
$10,579

$2,116/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG19
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE18V717000 · 2018-10-12

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Mazda CX-9 vehicles sold, or ever registered in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, unless covered in "Zone A," Mazda is recalling certain 2011-2013 Mazda6, 2011-2012 CX-7, and 2011-2015 CX-9 sold, or ever registered in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless covered in Zone A or Zone B, Mazda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Mazda6, 2010-2012 CX-7, and 2010-2015 CX-9 vehicles ever registered in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflator with an alternate inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500, Option 4. Mazda's number for this recall is 1317F.

  • STEERING16V203000 · 2016-04-11

    Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2016 CX-3 vehicles manufactured June 1, 2015, to December 2, 2015, 2013-2014 Mazda2 vehicles manufactured July 3, 2013, to August 8, 2014, 2014-2016 CX-5 vehicles manufactured January 19, 2013, to December 2, 2015, and 2013-2015 CX-9 vehicles manufactured December 6, 2012, to July 31, 2015. The lower mounting nuts and bolts that attach the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle may loosen, allowing the steering knuckle to separate.

    Remedy: Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the lower mounting nuts and bolts that secure the front strut assembly to the steering knuckle. If the bolts are loose, they will be replaced and then correctly tightened, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 20, 2016. Owners may contact Mazda customer service at 1-800-222-5500. Mazda's number for this recall is 9316D.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2015 Mazda CX-9?

The 2015 Mazda CX-9 is EPA-rated at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway).

Is the 2015 Mazda CX-9 reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 Mazda CX-9. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2015 Mazda CX-9?

The 2015 Mazda CX-9 earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 3 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Mazda CX-9?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2015 Mazda CX-9 costs roughly $2,116 per year to fuel, or about $10,579 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2015 Mazda CX-9?

The 2015 Mazda CX-9 is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC