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The Top 10 Best SUVs and Pickups in 2019 According to Car and Driver

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Daniel Rufiange
Mazda’s dual presence on this list is noteworthy considering it’s still a relatively small player in the industry

Best midsize SUV: Mazda CX-9

Since its makeover just over two years ago, the Mazda CX-9 is, quite literally, a transformed vehicle. Before, it was an SUV with a few good qualities but overpriced for what it offered. Today its qualities are much more numerous, plus it now comes in a Signature for the more luxury-oriented, and it runs on a capable 2.5L 4-cylinder engine. The argument it makes for itself is a winning one with fans of dynamic driving.

Our review of the 2019 Mazda CX-9

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Mazda CX-9
Mazda CX-9 | Photo: K.Lajoie
Mazda CX-9
Mazda CX-9 | Photo: K.Lajoie
Daniel Rufiange
Daniel Rufiange
Automotive expert
  • Over 17 years' experience as an automotive journalist
  • More than 75 test drives in the past year
  • Participation in over 250 new vehicle launches in the presence of the brand's technical specialists