Ministry Of Interior Affairs: 2021.5 Mazda CX-9 Signature | Driving

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For the last few years, the Japanese automaker has been on a self-described “journey to premium,” a slow process that’s seen both materials and execution improve in leaps and bounds, so far without any significant corresponding jump in price.

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The Mazda CX-9 three-row SUV was one of the brand’s first vehicles to benefit from this shift. Since its launch for the 2016 model year, high-end finishes have been incorporated into higher trims at prices that remain attainable. This is particularly true of the Signature grade we’re examining here at the Ministry of Interior Affairs, which for the 2021.5 model year is priced at $54,550 including a $1,950 destination charge.

Why the unusual 2021.5 designation? There are several new Mazda SUVs coming sometime in 2022, both of which will supplant the CX-9 in the automaker’s lineup: the CX-90 is expected to be larger to some degree than the current CX-9, while the CX-70 that will follow it is meant to serve those drivers who bought a CX-9 only ever intending to use it as a two-row.