Mazda CX-90
The Mazda CX-90 is a full-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Mazda, introduced in 2023. A two-row version, marketed separately as the Mazda CX-70, was introduced in 2024, featuring the same dimensions and engine options with minor styling variations. It is the largest SUV produced by the company and is built on the Large Product Group platform, which features a longitudinal engine and rear-biased all-wheel-drive system shared with the smaller CX-60.
The CX-90 replaced the CX-9 in North America, and like its predecessor, it is not marketed in Japan or Europe, despite being manufactured in Japan. Engine options include turbocharged, mild hybrid, inline-six engines and a plug-in hybrid gasoline inline-four. All powertrains are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission that uses a wet clutch in place of a conventional torque converter.
Overview
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. 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.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.
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. Like its predecessor, the CX-90 will not be sold in Japan or Europe.
Markets
North America
The CX-90 was introduced to the North American market in April 2023.In the United States, the initial trim levels for the inline-six models included Select, Preferred, Preferred Plus, Premium, Premium Plus, S, S Premium, and S Premium Plus. For the 2025 model year, the Preferred Plus, Premium, and S trims were discontinued, and a new Premium Sport trim was added. For plug-in hybrid models, the trims offered are Preferred, Premium, and Premium Plus. For the 2025 model year, the Premium Sport trim replaced Premium.
In Canada, the available inline-six trims are GS, GS-L, GT, GT-P, and Signature.
Latin America
Chile
The CX-90 was launched in Chile on 16 October 2023 in a single "Signature" inline-six trim level. On 30 May 2024, a "Premium", which compared to the U.S. version of the trim, lacks Nappa leather and has minor styling differences.Mexico
In Mexico, the CX-90 was released on 11 April 2023 in the sole Signature inline-six variant. The CX-70 went on sale on 22 May 2024 in the sole Grand Touring inline-six variant.Oceania
Australia
The CX-90 went on sale in Australia on 14 August 2023, with three trim levels: Touring, GT, and Azami. The Azami trim is available with SP and Takumi option packages. Two powertrains are available for each trim level: 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-G mild hybrid gasoline and 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-D mild hybrid diesel ; all wheel drive comes as standard for all variants.The CX-70 went on sale in Australia on 23 October 2024, with two trim levels: GT and Azami, it is available with the same powertrains options from the CX-90.
New Zealand
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-G mild hybrid gasoline engine.Philippines
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.Taiwan
The CX-90 was launched in Taiwan on 22 May 2024, with three variants: 33T AWD Elite, 33T AWD Premium and 33T AWD Premium Captain Seat, all variants are solely powered by a 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-G mild hybrid gasoline and comes standard with all-wheel drive. In January 2025, the CX-90 line-up was updated with nine airbags became standard for all variants and the Elite trim was replaced by the Elite Plus with the inclusion of new features.Powertrain
Available with mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid options, the CX-90 and CX-70 were Mazda's first production models to feature hybrid powertrains in North America.The mild-hybrid range consists of two 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-six engines, both using the M Hybrid Boost system. The H3T "e-Skyactiv G" with a high-pressure turbocharger on S trims produces and with premium unleaded fuel, or on regular. Non-S trims use a standard-pressure turbocharger, rated at and. An Australian-market diesel, the T3-VPTH "e-Skyactiv D", is rated at and. All engines are paired with the MR integrated starter-generator and a 0.33 kWh battery, which contributes an additional and.
The plug-in hybrid e-Skyactiv PHEV combines a 2.5-liter four-cylinder PY-VPH with an electric motor and 17.8 kWh battery, for a total output of and on premium, or on regular.
All versions use Mazda's "i-Activ AWD" rear-biased all-wheel drive system and the eight-speed 8EC-AT "Skyactiv-Drive" automatic transmission, which replaces a conventional torque converter with a single wet clutch to increase front passenger footwell space.
| Type | Model | Engine code | Displacement | Power | Torque | Electric motor | Battery | Top speed | 0 to 100 km/h | Transmission | Layout | years |
| Gasoline mild hybrid | H3T | turboI6 | Engine: @ 5,000–6,000 rpm Motor: @ 900 rpm | Engine: @ 2,000–3,500 rpm Motor: @ 200 rpm | 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 | H3T | turboI6 | Engine: @ 5,500–6,000 rpm Motor: @ 900 rpm | Engine: @ 2,000–4,500 rpm Motor: @ 200 rpm | M Hybrid Boost ISG | 0.33 kWh, 44.4 V lithium-ion | 5.8 s | 8-speed 8EC-AT automatic | AWD | 2023 – present | ||
| Diesel mild hybrid | T3VPTH | turboI6 | Engine: @ 3,750 rpm Motor: @ 900 rpm | Engine: @ 1,500–2,400 rpm Motor: @ 200 rpm | M Hybrid Boost ISG | 0.33 kWh, 44.4 V lithium-ion | 8.4 s | 8-speed 8EC-AT automatic | AWD | 2023 – present | ||
| Gasoline plug-in hybrid | PHEV | PYVPH | I4 | Combined: Engine: @ 6,000 rpm Motor: @ 5,500 rpm | Combined: @ 4,000 rpm Engine: @ 4,000 rpm Motor: @ 400 rpm | Permanent-magnet synchronous | 17.8kWh, 355V lithium-ion | 6.2 s | 8-speed 8EC-AT automatic | AWD | 2023 – present |
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Safety
The 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 both received the Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Both models earned Good ratings in all categories except for the headlights on non-turbo versions, which were rated Acceptable because adaptive headlights are only available on turbo models.| Small overlap front | Good |
| Moderate overlap front | Good |
| Side | Good |
| Headlights | Good |
| Headlights | Acceptable |
| Front crash prevention: pedestrian | Good |
| Seat belt reminders | Good |
| Child seat anchors ease of use | Good+ |