Engineering:Mazda CX-90

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Short description: Full-size crossover SUV
Mazda CX-90
2024 Mazda CX-90 in Deep Crystal Blue Mica
Overview
ManufacturerMazda
Also calledMazda CX-70 (two-row version)
Production
  • CX-90: April 2023 – present
  • CX-70: 2024–present
Model years
  • 2024–present (CX-90)
  • 2025–present (CX-70)
AssemblyJapan: Hōfu (Hōfu Plant No. 2)
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size crossover SUV[1]
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, all-wheel-drive
PlatformLarge Product Group
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor
Power output
  • 340 hp (254 kW) (e-Skyactiv G)
  • 323 hp (241 kW) (PHEV, combined system)
  • 251 hp (187 kW) (e-Skyactiv D)
Transmission8-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery
  • 0.33 kWh (mild hybrid)
  • 17.8 kWh lithium-ion (PHEV)
Electric range26 mi (42 km) (PHEV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase3,120 mm (122.8 in)[2]
Length5,100–5,121 mm (200.8–201.6 in)[2]
Width1,994 mm (78.5 in)[2]
Height1,736–1,745 mm (68.3–68.7 in)[2]
us|uk|Kerb|Curb}} weight2,136–2,378 kg (4,709–5,243 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorMazda CX-9

The Mazda CX-90 is a full-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Mazda, introduced in 2023.[5][6] 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.[7] 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.[1][8][9] Engine options include turbocharged, mild hybrid, inline-six engines (gasoline or diesel) 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.[10]

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.[8][11] 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.[12]

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.[13]

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.[14]

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

Markets

North America

The CX-90 was introduced to the North American market in spring 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 (PHEV), the trims offered are Preferred, Premium, and Premium Plus. For 2025, the Premium Sport trim replaced Premium.[15][16]

In Canada, the available inline-six trims are GS, GS-L, GT, GT-P, and Signature.

In Mexico, the CX-90 was released in May 2023 and is available in a single inline-six trim level: Signature.

Latin America

Chile

In Chile, the CX-90 was launched on 16 October 2023 in a single "Signature" inline-six trim level.[17] On 30 May 2024, a "Premium", which compared to the U.S. version of the trim, lacks Nappa leather and has minor styling differences.[18]

Mexico

In Mexico, the CX-90 was released on 11 April 2023 in a single "Signature" inline-six trim level.[19][20] The CX-70 went on sale on 22 May 2024 in a single "Grand Touring" inline-six trim level.[21]

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 (G50e) and 3.3-liter e-Skyactiv-D mild hybrid diesel (D50e); all wheel drive comes as standard for all variants.[22]

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.[23]

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.[24]

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.[25]

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.[26]

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 340 horsepower (254 kW) and 369 pound-feet (500 N⋅m) with premium unleaded fuel, or 319 hp (238 kW) on regular. Non-S trims use a standard-pressure turbocharger, rated at 280 hp (209 kW) and 450 lb⋅ft (610 N⋅m).[16][27] An Australian-market diesel, the T3-VPTH "e-Skyactiv D", is rated at 251 hp (187 kW) and 406 lbf⋅ft (550 N⋅m).[28] All engines are paired with the MR integrated starter-generator and a 0.33 kWh battery, which contributes an additional 16.6 hp (12 kW) and 113 lb⋅ft (153 N⋅m).[16]

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 323 hp (241 kW) and 369 lbf⋅ft (500 N⋅m) on premium, or 319 hp (238 kW) on regular.[29]

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 Cal. years
Gasoline mild hybrid e-Skyactiv G (standard pressure turbo)[16] H3T 3,283 cc (3.3 L) turbo I6 Engine: 280 hp (209 kW) @ 5,000–6,000 rpm
Motor: 16.6 hp (12.4 kW) @ 900 rpm
Engine: 332 lb⋅ft (450 N⋅m) @ 2,000–3,500 rpm
Motor: 113 lb⋅ft (153 N⋅m) @ 200 rpm
M Hybrid Boost ISG 0.33 kWh, 44.4 V lithium-ion 210 km/h (130 mph) 6.5 s 8-speed 8EC-AT automatic AWD 2023 – present
e-Skyactiv G (high pressure turbo)[16] Engine: 340 hp (254 kW) @ 5,500–6,000 rpm[lower-alpha 1]
Motor: 16.6 hp (12.4 kW) @ 900 rpm
Engine: 369 lb⋅ft (500 N⋅m) @ 2,000–4,500 rpm
Motor: 113 lb⋅ft (153 N⋅m) @ 200 rpm
204 km/h (127 mph) 5.8 s[lower-alpha 2]
Diesel mild hybrid e-Skyactiv D[30] T3‑VPTH 3,283 cc (3.3 L) turbo I6 Engine: 251 hp (187 kW) @ 3,750 rpm
Motor: 16.6 hp (12.4 kW) @ 900 rpm
Engine: 406 lbf⋅ft (550 N⋅m) @ 1,500–2,400 rpm
Motor: 113 lb⋅ft (153 N⋅m) @ 200 rpm
? 8.4 s
Gasoline plug-in hybrid e-Skyactiv PHEV[16][31] PY‑VPH 2,488.5 cc (2.5 L) I4 Combined: 323 hp (241 kW)[lower-alpha 3]
Engine: 189 hp (141 kW) @ 6,000 rpm[lower-alpha 4]
Motor: 173 hp (129 kW) @ 5,500 rpm
Combined: 369 lb⋅ft (500 N⋅m) @ 4,000 rpm
Engine: 192 lb⋅ft (260 N⋅m) @ 4,000 rpm[lower-alpha 5]
Motor: 199 lb⋅ft (270 N⋅m) @ 400 rpm
Permanent-magnet synchronous 17.8 kWh, 355 V lithium-ion 190 km/h (118 mph)[lower-alpha 6] 6.2 s
Notes
  1. With premium fuel, reduced to 319 hp (238 kW) with regular fuel.
  2. With premium fuel, increases to 6.5 s with regular fuel.
  3. With premium fuel, reduced to 319 hp (238 kW) with regular fuel.
  4. With premium fuel, reduced to 185 hp (138 kW) with regular fuel.
  5. With premium fuel, reduced to 184 lb⋅ft (249 N⋅m) with regular fuel.
  6. Governor limited

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.[32][33]

IIHS scores[34][35][36][37]
Small overlap front Good
Moderate overlap front Good
Side Good
Headlights (S trims) Good
Headlights (PHEV and non-S trims) Acceptable
Front crash prevention: pedestrian Good
Seat belt reminders Good
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use Good+

Awards

In 2024, the CX-90 and CX-90 hybrid were among 12 midsize SUVs listed on Car and Driver's Editors' Choice.[38]

Sales

Year U.S. Canada Mexico
2023 30,821[39] 4,692[40] 971[41]
2024 54,676[42] 7,823[43] 2,152[44]

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