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Mazda CX-90

Not to be confused with Mazda CX-9.

The Mazda CX-90 is a full-size crossover SUV[3] with three-row seating produced by the Japanese automaker Mazda.[5][6] It is the second vehicle to use Mazda's rear- and all-wheel drive with longitudinal engine layout categorized as Large Product Group after the CX-60.[5] The largest Mazda SUV to date, the CX-90 replaced the CX-9.[7][8]

Mazda CX-90
Overview
ManufacturerMazda
Model code
Also calledMazda CX-70 (two-row version)
ProductionApril 2023 – present (CX-90)
2024–present (CX-70)
Model years
  • 2024–present (CX-90)
  • 2025–present (CX-70)
AssemblyJapan: Hōfu, Yamaguchi (Hofu Plant No. 2)
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size crossover SUV[3]
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, all-wheel-drive (i-Activ AWD)
PlatformLarge Product Group
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
Power output
  • 340 hp (254 kW; 345 PS) (3.3 L e-Skyactiv G)
  • 323 hp (241 kW; 327 PS) (PHEV, combined system output)
  • 251 hp (187 kW; 254 PS) (3.3 L e-Skyactiv D)
Transmission8-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery
Electric range26 mi (42 km) (PHEV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,119 mm (122.8 in)[4]
Length5,100–5,121 mm (200.8–201.6 in)[4]
Width1,994 mm (78.5 in)[4]
Height1,736–1,745 mm (68.3–68.7 in)[4]
Curb weight2,136–2,378 kg (4,709–5,243 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorMazda CX-9

A version with two-row seating, while retaining the same bodywork, body length and engine options is marketed as the Mazda CX-70. The CX-70 was introduced in January 2024, featuring minor styling differences compared to the CX-90.[9]

Overview

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The CX-90 was revealed on 31 January 2023, for the North American market, while a release in the Australian and Middle Eastern markets occurred later during 2023.[7][10] The CX-90 is available with a choice of six, seven, or eight-passenger seat configurations. The CX-70, the two-row variant with five seats, was revealed on 30 January 2024 in North America. The CX-70 differs from the CX-90 by its front and rear bumper designs, black exterior accents replacing chrome, unique wheel designs, and differing interior color scheme options.[11]

With the use of the rear-wheel-drive-biased large vehicle platform, the CX-90 and CX-70 are placed into the brand's internal "Large Product Group" category. According to Mazda, the CX-90 addresses many of the weaknesses of the CX-9 such as its small interior space.[12]

The CX-90 and CX-70 are also equipped with the Kinematic Posture Control technology, a feature originally developed for the 2022 MX-5 Miata and also present in the similar CX-60. The software suppresses the vehicle's body lift during cornering to improve stability and traction, helping occupants maintain a natural posture.[5]

The CX-9 was discontinued in North America, replaced by the CX-90 and CX-70.[8] Like its predecessor, the CX-90 will not be sold in Japan (despite being built there) or Europe.

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    Rear view
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    Interior (CX-70)
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    e-Skyactiv-G 3.3 straight-six mild-hybrid motor

Markets

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North America

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The CX-90 was released for the North American market in spring 2023. In the United States, trim levels for the straight-six models also known as MHEV are: Preferred, Preferred Plus, Premium, Premium Plus, S, S Premium, and S Plus. In Canada, trim levels are GS, GS-L, GT, GT-P and Signature. Trim levels for plug-in hybrid models also known as PHEV are the Preferred, Premium, and Premium Plus.[13]

In Mexico, the CX-90 was released in May 2023, available in a single trim level called the Signature MHEV.[14]

Australia

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The CX-90 went on sale in Australia on 14 August 2023, with three trim levels available: Touring, GT, and Azami. The Azami grade is available with SP and Takumi option packages. Two powertrains are available for each grade: 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-G mild hybrid gasoline (G50e) and 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-D mild hybrid diesel (D50e); all wheel drive comes as standard for all variants.[15]

New Zealand

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The CX-90 was launched alongside the CX-60 in New Zealand in September 2023, in a sole Takami trim powered only by a 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-D mild hybrid diesel engine.[16]

Philippines

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The CX-90 was released in the Philippines on 22 September 2023, with two variants: Turbo and Turbo Exclusive. Both variants are solely powered by a 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-D mild hybrid diesel engine.[17]

Chile

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The CX-90 was launched in Chile on 16 October 2023, with only one trim level, the Signature MHEV.[18] On 30 May 2024, the "Premium" trim was made available without Nappa leather and other styling differences.[19]

Powertrain

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Available with mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrain options, the CX-90 along with the CX-70 became Mazda's first production models to offer a hybrid powertrain in the North American market.[20] There are two market dependent, mild hybrid engine options. The first is a 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-six gasoline engine marketed as the e-Skyactiv G powertrain with the M-Hybrid Boost system with two outputs, it is producing either 280 hp (284 PS; 209 kW) and 332 lb⋅ft (450 N⋅m; 45.9 kg⋅m) of torque on regular fuel or 340 hp (345 PS; 254 kW) and 369 lb⋅ft (500 N⋅m; 51.0 kg⋅m) on premium fuel. The second is an Australian only option of a 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-six diesel engine marketed as the e-Skyactiv D powertrain with the M-Hybrid Boost system producing 251 hp (254 PS; 187 kW) and 406 lb⋅ft (550 N⋅m; 56.1 kg⋅m) of torque.[21]

The plug-in hybrid powertrain marketed as the e-Skyactiv PHEV uses a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a tuned air intake and an electric motor powered by a 17.8 kWh battery, producing combined power figures of 323 hp (327 PS; 241 kW) and 369 lb⋅ft (500 N⋅m; 51.0 kg⋅m) of torque when powered by premium fuel. All-wheel-drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission are standard for all models.[22] While the automatic transmission is a conventional hydraulically actuated planetary gearset, it uses a single wet clutch instead of a more common torque converter to increase front passenger space in the footwell area.

Type Model Engine code Displacement Power Torque Combined system output Electric motor Battery Top speed 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) Transmission Layout Cal. years
Gasoline mild hybrid e-Skyactiv G 3.3 3,283 cc (3.3 L) I6 turbo Engine: 209 kW (280 hp; 284 PS) @ 5,000–6,000 rpm
Motor: 12.2 kW (16 hp; 17 PS) @ 900 rpm 		Engine: 450 N⋅m (45.9 kg⋅m; 332 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000–3,500 rpm
Motor: 153 N⋅m (15.6 kg⋅m; 113 lb⋅ft) @ 200 rpm 		- MR M Hybrid Boost ISG 0.33 kWh, 44.4 V lithium-ion 204 km/h (127 mph) 6.5 s 8-speed 8EC-AT automatic AWD
2023–present
Gasoline mild hybrid e-Skyactiv G 3.3 3,283 cc (3.3 L) I6 turbo Engine: 254 kW (341 hp; 345 PS) @ 5,000–6,000 rpm
Motor: 12.2 kW (16 hp; 17 PS) @ 900 rpm 		Engine: 500 N⋅m (51.0 kg⋅m; 369 lb⋅ft) @ 2,000–4,500 rpm
Motor: 153 N⋅m (15.6 kg⋅m; 113 lb⋅ft) @ 200 rpm 		- MR M Hybrid Boost ISG 0.33 kWh, 44.4 V lithium-ion 210 km/h (130 mph) 5.8 s
2023–present
Diesel e-Skyactiv D 3.3[23] T3-VPTH 3,283 cc (3.3 L) I6 187 kW (251 hp; 254 PS) @ 3,750 rpm 550 N⋅m (56.1 kg⋅m; 406 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500–2,400 rpm - N/A 8.4 s
2023–present
Gasoline plug-in hybrid e-Skyactiv PHEV[24] PY-VPH 2,488 cc (2.5 L) I4 Engine: 141 kW (189 hp; 192 PS) @ 6,000 rpm
Motor: 129 kW (173 hp; 175 PS) 		Engine: 260 N⋅m (26.5 kg⋅m; 192 lb⋅ft) @ 4,000 rpm
Motor: 270 N⋅m (27.5 kg⋅m; 199 lb⋅ft) 		241 kW (323 hp; 328 PS) / 500 N⋅m (51.0 kg⋅m; 369 lb⋅ft) Permanent-magnet synchronous 17.8 kWh, 355 V lithium-ion N/A 6.2 s
2023–present

Safety

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The 2024 CX-90 was awarded the "Top Safety Pick +" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It received overall Good and Superior ratings on all categories except the non-turbo models, which received an Acceptable rating on headlights, as only the turbo models are offered with adaptive headlights.[25]

IIHS scores
Small overlap front (Driver) Good
Small overlap front (Passenger) Good
Moderate overlap front Good
Side (original test) Good
Roof strength Good
Head restraints and seats Good
Headlights (S trims) Good
Headlights (PHEV and all non-S trims) Acceptable
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) Superior
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day) Superior
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use Good+

Marketing

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Mazda USA released a series of teaser videos featuring Japanese actor Hiroyuki Sanada from January 12, 2023, to the CX-90's unveiling on January 31, 2023.[26]

Awards

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In 2024, the CX-90 and CX-90 hybrid were among 12 midsize SUVs listed on Car and Driver's Editors' Choice.[27]

Sales

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Year U.S. Canada Mexico
2023 30,821[28] 4,692[29] 971[30]

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