The CX-9 crossover sport utility is the newest offering from Mazda and launches as a 2007 model. It is a 7-passenger vehicle and its chassis also provides the basis for the Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX .

For 2006, Mazda launched its CX-7 crossover sport utility vehicle and, for 2007, adds the larger CX-9 version that is built on a separate (not just lengthened) chassis and provides room for a third row of seating. The CX-9 is a midsize crossover utility with 17.2 cubic feet of cargo space between the upright third-row seat and the rear liftgate. To enhance passenger comfort, the second row slides fore and aft up to 5 inches.