2022 Mazda CX-9 4WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD4-Wheel Drive
City
20
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Combined
23
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S6)
Regular
City
20
Hwy
26
Comb
23
Fuel cost: $2,950/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,950

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-2,750

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
392 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
12.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.5L 4-cyl
Transmission
6-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.5L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,928/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,885/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,536/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,697/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,949/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,941/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,646/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,012/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,833/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,901/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 23 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems9 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 9 owner complaints for the 2022 Mazda CX-9 4WD. Top reported issues include lighting, advanced safety (adas) and structure. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Lighting
2
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
2
Structure
2
Electrical System
2
Brakes
1
Visibility / Wipers
1
Power Train
1

2022 Mazda CX-9 4WD problems by category: Lighting: 2 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 2 complaints, Structure: 2 complaints, Electrical System: 2 complaints, Brakes: 1 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 1 complaints, Power Train: 1 complaints.

1
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
2
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 04/01/20261 InjuryODI#11728503
The contact owns a 2022 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that the vehicle was being operated with the front driver's side seat warmer activated to the highest heat level. After driving for several hours…
StructureFiled: 08/27/2025ODI#11683485
To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally report a potential safety issue with my 2022 Mazda CX-9, which is a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicle under limited warranty until March 2026 and power…
LightingFiled: 01/26/2023ODI#11503797
1.Instrument cluster panel brightness does not adjust either too dim or too bright Mazda dealer stated no failures were found twice same responded. 2. Lane Keep Assist this feature never worked even…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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