| Mazda CX-90 | |
| Manufacturer: | Mazda |
| Aka: | Mazda CX-70 (two-row version) |
| Production: | April 2023 – present (CX-90) 2024–present (CX-70) |
| Assembly: | Japan: Hōfu, Yamaguchi (Hofu Plant No. 2) |
| Class: | Full-size crossover SUV[1] |
| Body Style: | 5-door SUV |
| Layout: | Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (i-Activ AWD) |
| Platform: | Large Product Group |
| Transmission: | 8-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic |
| Electric Range: | (PHEV) |
| Wheelbase: | [2] |
| Predecessor: | Mazda CX-9 |
| Sp: | us |
The Mazda CX-90 is a full-size crossover SUV[1] with three-row seating produced by the Japanese automaker Mazda.[3] [4] 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. The largest Mazda SUV to date, the CX-90 replaced the 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.[5]
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.[6] [7] 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.[8]
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.[9]
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.
The CX-9 was discontinued in North America, replaced by the CX-90 and CX-70.[10] Like its predecessor, the CX-90 will not be sold in Japan (despite being built there) or Europe.
The CX-90 was released for the North American market in spring 2023. Trim levels for the straight-six models are: Preferred, Preferred Plus, Premium, Premium Plus, S, S Premium, and S Plus. Trim levels for plug-in hybrid models are the Preferred, Premium, and Premium Plus.[11]
In Mexico, the CX-90 was released in May 2023, available in a single trim level called the Signature MHEV.[12]
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.[13]
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.[14]
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.[15]
The CX-90 was launched in Chile on 16 October 2023, with only one trim level, the Signature MHEV.[16] On 30 May 2024, the "Premium" trim was made available without Nappa leather and other styling differences.[17]
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.[18] 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 2800NaN0 and of torque on regular fuel or 3400NaN0 and 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 2510NaN0 and of torque.[19]
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 3230NaN0 and of torque when powered by premium fuel. All-wheel-drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission are standard for all models.[20] 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 | Transmission | Layout | years | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gasoline mild hybrid | e-Skyactiv G 3.3 | 32831NaN1 I6 turbo | Engine: 2090NaN0 @ 5,000–6,000 rpm----Motor: 12.20NaN0 @ 900 rpm | Engine: @ 2,000–3,500 rpm----Motor: @ 200 rpm | - | MR M Hybrid Boost ISG | 0.33 kWh, 44.4 V lithium-ion | 6.5 s | 8-speed 8EC-AT automatic | AWD | |||
| 2023–present | |||||||||||||
| Gasoline mild hybrid | e-Skyactiv G 3.3 | 32831NaN1 I6 turbo | Engine: 2540NaN0 @ 5,000–6,000 rpm----Motor: 12.20NaN0 @ 900 rpm | Engine: @ 2,000–4,500 rpm----Motor: @ 200 rpm | - | MR M Hybrid Boost ISG | 0.33 kWh, 44.4 V lithium-ion | 5.8 s | |||||
| 2023–present | |||||||||||||
| Diesel | e-Skyactiv D 3.3[21] | T3-VPTH | 32831NaN1 I6 | 1870NaN0 @ 3,750 rpm | @ 1,500–2,400 rpm | - | N/A | 8.4 s | |||||
| 2023–present | |||||||||||||
| Gasoline plug-in hybrid | e-Skyactiv PHEV[22] | PY-VPH | 24881NaN1 I4 | Engine: 1410NaN0 @ 6,000 rpm----Motor: 1290NaN0 | Engine: @ 4,000 rpm----Motor: | 2410NaN0 / | 17.8kWh, 355V lithium-ion | N/A | 6.2 s | ||||
| 2023–present | |||||||||||||
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.[23]
| 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+ |
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.[24]
In 2024, the CX-90 and CX-90 hybrid were among 12 midsize SUVs listed on Car and Drivers Editors' Choice.[25]