As a multimedia producer myself, I respect the car company that has design language in its line up. yes, it's easier for the big players like BMW, TOYOTA(I mean Lexus :>), VW to achieve that; But in this case I gave full credit to Mazda team.
Some times they did it right or wrong. but this case, this is a mid-full size 7 seats CUV that has been around since 2007, and correct me if Im wrong, is this the second time Cx-9 Facelift makeover? (Last time 2010). Wow! I gotta say, If the next CX-9
release around 2014, that means we are talking about 8 years life line for CX-9!
I hope the real next gen CX-9's body proportion between body and face will be more balanced than this one.
Also, Just dont think this look can goes well with Roof Rail on top the car. or maybe not. just a thought!