Mazda's 2019 CX-9 Adds Tech Above Base Model
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The 2019 CX-9 adds Apple CarPlay and Android Auto on most trim grades.
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Buyers of the 2019 Mazda CX-9 will have a few new options to choose from, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 360-degree view monitor, ventilated front seats, and SiriusXM Travel Link services.
The midcycle update for the CX-9, which entered its second generation with the 2016 model, brings tbe updates when it arrives in early September with a retail price of $33,275 (that includes a $995 delivery fee) that represents a $150 increase from the 2018 model.
The optional smartphone connectivity platforms come as standard equipment on CX-9 Touring trim grades and above. Mazda offers the CX-9 in four trim grades including Sport, Touring, Grand Touring, and Signature.
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