CX-9

A: If you need three rows of seats you might try the Mazda CX-9, which is especially pleasant to drive, the Ford Flex, GMC Acadia or Toyota Highlander.

Is It Worth Putting Nitrogen in Tires? Jonathan Welsh 2011

Q : We own a 2008 Mazda CX-9 and over the past few months we have noticed a low rumbling sound from the drivetrain at sub-30 mph speeds in third gear.

Me & My Car 2011

Mazda's big jumps came with the CX-9 midsize crossover (up 88%) and CX-7 compact crossover (up 79%).

Trucks drive 20% increase in April vehicle sales 2010

Mazda's North American sales last fiscal year were up 12% to 342,000 vehicles, thanks to solid demand for the Mazda2 compact car and the CX-7 and CX-9 sport-utility vehicle models, all exported from Japan.

Mazda May Quit Michigan Venture Yoshio Takahashi 2011

But it sounds like you use them mainly in emergencies, in which case the Highlander or CX-9 make more sense.

Taking Care of Brake Fluid 2010

Larger models like the Mazda CX-9 and GMC Acadia have roomier third-row seats but may be more vehicle than you need or want.

Stick Shift Is Non-Negotiable 2010

I am coming off a Lexus RX 350 lease and have narrowed my new lease to another RX 350 or a similarly equipped Mazda CX-9.

A Sporty Car Other Than a BMW 2009

The CX-9 favors the sporty side while the Pilot leans more toward comfort.

Personal Picks: Luxury SUVs 2008

Which one you prefer depends on details: the CX-9 has sporty handling, the Flex has distinctive looks, and the Enclave blends room with luxury.

Personal Picks: 3-row SUVs 2008

Like the CX-9, the spry Odyssey is surprisingly fun on twisty back roads, as proven convincingly on a vacation turn on Skyline Drive.

Personal Picks: 3-row SUVs 2008