Mazda CX-90

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Mazda CX-90
2024 Mazda CX-90 Mild Hybrid Inline 6 Turbo GS-L AWD in Deep Crystal Blue Mica, Front Left, 09-10-2023.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer Mazda
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
Class Full-size crossover SUV [3]
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout Front-engine, all-wheel-drive (i-Activ AWD)
Platform Large 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)
Transmission 8-speed Skyactiv-Drive automatic
Hybrid drivetrain
Battery
Electric range 26 mi (42 km) (PHEV)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 3,119 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 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]

Contents

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

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.

Markets

North America

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]

Australia

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

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

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

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]

Powertrain

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.

TypeModelEngine codeDisplacementPowerTorqueCombined system output Electric motor BatteryTop speed0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)TransmissionLayoutCal. years
Gasoline mild hybrid e-Skyactiv G 3.33,283 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 s8-speed 8EC-AT automatic AWD
2023–present
Gasoline mild hybride-Skyactiv G 3.33,283 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-VPTH3,283 cc (3.3 L) I6 187 kW (251 hp; 254 PS) @ 3,750 rpm550 N⋅m (56.1 kg⋅m; 406 lb⋅ft) @ 1,500–2,400 rpm- N/A8.4 s
2023–present
Gasoline plug-in hybrid e-Skyactiv PHEV [24] PY-VPH2,488 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/A6.2 s
2023–present

Safety

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 frontGood
Side (original test)Good
Roof strengthGood
Head restraints and seatsGood
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 useGood+

Marketing

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

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

Sales

YearU.S.CanadaMexico
202330,821 [28] 4,692 [29] 971 [30]

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