Second row passengers are treated like royalty in the CX-9. The split bench is soft and comfortable, there are copious amounts of head and foot room, and the sills and armrests are padded. Three large, adjustable head restraints are provided, as are rear climate controls and two cupholders in the fold-down center armrest. If anything, the seat could be positioned higher, which would prevent knees from rubbing against the soft front seatbacks. Third row access is easy thanks to the tilting and sliding second row bench. With the second row positioned all the way back, third row leg room is woefully insufficient, but OK when the second row’s moved up a bit. Headroom is always tight; head restraints offer admirable adjustment.
