Mazda CX-90 | |
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Manufacturer | Mazda |
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Also called | Mazda CX-70 (two-row version) |
Production | April 2023 – present (CX-90) 2024–present (CX-70) |
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Assembly | Japan: Hōfu, Yamaguchi (Hofu Plant No. 2) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Full-size crossover SUV [3] |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (i-Activ AWD) |
Platform | Large Product Group |
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Powertrain | |
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Transmission | 8-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic |
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Electric range | 26 mi (42 km) (PHEV) |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 3,119 mm (122.8 in) [4] |
Length | 5,100–5,121 mm (200.8–201.6 in) [4] |
Width | 1,994 mm (78.5 in) [4] |
Height | 1,736–1,745 mm (68.3–68.7 in) [4] |
Curb weight | 2,136–2,378 kg (4,709–5,243 lb) |
Chronology | |
Predecessor | 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]
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]
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.
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. [13]
In Mexico, the CX-90 was released in May 2023, available in a single trim level called the Signature MHEV. [14]
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]
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]
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]
The CX-90 was launched in Chile on October 16 2023, with only one trim level, the Signature MHEV. [18] On 30 May 2024, a "premium" trim was made available without nappa leather and other styling differences. [19]
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 |
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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 | ||
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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 | ||||
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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 | |||||
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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 | |||
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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]
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. [26]
In 2024, the CX-90 and CX-90 hybrid were among 12 midsize SUVs listed on Car and Driver 's Editors' Choice. [27]
Year | U.S. | Canada | Mexico |
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2023 | 30,821 [28] | 4,692 [29] | 971 [30] |
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