Hi all.
BLUF: gathering info on CX-9s and what to look for.
We've had a 2010 Mazda5 since new, wife's car. I've also had a Protege5 since '06, and been through it top to bottom (almost at 200k). I do ALL car work myself. So I know Mazdas.
We've thinking of replacing the Mazda5. It's just too small for our needs now. Have 2 kids, now 6 and 12, that was tolerable but once we added the 60 lb dog it's just too small for long trips.
Wife does not want a minivan so we're looking at mid-size crossovers. CX-9 is in the running.
Here are some questions:
- we'd not be getting a new one. Probably '10-12. I know up to this year was all one generation but a lot of little changes each year.
Is there a particular year that is good or to stay away from?
- What is the most common issue people complain about, or problem that comes up?
- Are the rear wheels' camber adjustable? The !@#$ Mazda5 and 3 are factory set w/ negative camber w/ no adjuster and eat tires. I had to add an adjustment kit. That drove me batty.
- How is the 3rd row space? Is it comfy for a large child or adult? The Mazda5 is a joke for anything other than kids.
- In looking at 3-6 year old models, what little things should I look out for?
Thanks!
BLUF: gathering info on CX-9s and what to look for.
We've had a 2010 Mazda5 since new, wife's car. I've also had a Protege5 since '06, and been through it top to bottom (almost at 200k). I do ALL car work myself. So I know Mazdas.
We've thinking of replacing the Mazda5. It's just too small for our needs now. Have 2 kids, now 6 and 12, that was tolerable but once we added the 60 lb dog it's just too small for long trips.
Wife does not want a minivan so we're looking at mid-size crossovers. CX-9 is in the running.
Here are some questions:
- we'd not be getting a new one. Probably '10-12. I know up to this year was all one generation but a lot of little changes each year.
Is there a particular year that is good or to stay away from?
- What is the most common issue people complain about, or problem that comes up?
- Are the rear wheels' camber adjustable? The !@#$ Mazda5 and 3 are factory set w/ negative camber w/ no adjuster and eat tires. I had to add an adjustment kit. That drove me batty.
- How is the 3rd row space? Is it comfy for a large child or adult? The Mazda5 is a joke for anything other than kids.
- In looking at 3-6 year old models, what little things should I look out for?
Thanks!