2025 Mazda CX-70 vs. CX-90: Which SUV Is Right for You?

Selecting an SUV is no minor decision. It involves finding a vehicle that aligns with your lifestyle and needs. The 2025 Mazda CX-70 and CX-90 boast impressive features tailored to diverse drivers. This guide compares both, enabling you to make an informed choice.

Design and Aesthetics

Mazda’s 2025 CX-70 and CX-90 SUVs embody the brand’s latest KODO design language. Smooth, flowing lines convey motion. Distinct exterior elements cater to different aesthetic preferences.

Mazda’s designers crafted the CX-70 and CX-90 with meticulous attention to detail. The CX-70’s sleek body lines exude a sporty elegance. Sculpted contours and signature styling cues create an athletic profile. Inside, premium leather upholstery and real wood trim evoke luxury. The CX-90 commands a presence with its bold, muscular stance. Its wide grille and angular headlights project confidence. Inside is a spacious, thoughtfully appointed cabin. Quality soft-touch materials abound, complemented by elegant accents.

Inside, the CX-70 focuses on driver engagement. The cockpit-like layout angles control interfaces toward the driver for optimal ergonomics. Optional Nappa leather upholstery and wood trim give this Mazda a luxury feel. You can seat five people across two rows in this midsize SUV. In terms of cargo, you can access up to 38.2 cubic feet at the rear. The cabin has many similarities with the interior of the CX-90, with the biggest difference being the lack of a third row of seats.

The CX-90 prioritizes interior volume and luxury. You can add second-row captain’s chairs for additional comfort or stick with the bench seat to achieve the maximum capacity of eight passengers. Higher trims offer Nappa leather, wood/aluminum accents, and a 12.3-inch infotainment display. A 12-speaker Bose audio system immerses passengers in sound. The cargo capacity maxes at 74.2 cubic feet with the rear seats folded.

Performance and Handling

The 2025 Mazda CX-70 offers two powertrain options. The CX-70’s base 3.3L I-6 engine is good for 280 hp. It’s also available in an upgraded version with 340 hp, while the second powertrain configuration is a plug-in hybrid model. The CX-70 has an eight-speed automatic transmission for crisp, seamless gear changes.

The base CX-90 is equipped with the same 3.3L I-6. It can either produce 280 hp or a stout 340 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed automatic routes power to the wheels. In its base configuration, the I-6 is good for 24 mpg on city roads and 28 mpg at highway speeds. With the more powerful setup, the city miles per gallon fall slightly to 23 mpg. A hybrid version of the CX-90 offers better fuel economy and some all-electric driving range.

Performance upgrades elevate both the CX-70 and CX-90. Standard Mazda i-ACTIV all-wheel drive optimizes traction across wet, snowy, and off-road conditions. Multiple driving modes tailor vehicle behavior and characteristics to your needs or environment. Sport mode sharpens the throttle response and firms up the steering feel for spirited back-road blasts. Normal mode provides the ideal daily drive balance.

For both vehicles, Towing mode minimizes gear hunting when lugging up to 5,000 pounds. That’s enough to pull a modest-sized travel trailer, a small boat, or a utility trailer at the rear.

Technology and Features

Both Mazdas come equipped with a 12.3-inch infotainment screen. It’s not a touch screen, but it’s controlled by several buttons and knobs located in the center. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity allow you to effortlessly access apps, navigation, and media streaming. The CX-90 has an available head-up display projecting crucial info onto the windshield.

Both vehicles offer hands-free calling and audio streaming with Bluetooth. Numerous USB ports let you keep devices charged. The CX-90 takes it further by offering an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot, so staying connected has never been easier. An available wireless charging pad ensures your smartphone’s battery stays topped up during transit.

Safety and Reliability

Safety takes center stage for both the 2025 Mazda CX-70 and CX-90. Standard across these models, Mazda’s i-ACTIVSENSE suite brings adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and Smart Brake Support. This comprehensive package helps prevent collisions and reduces impact severity. The CX-90 and CX-70 also boast Traffic Jam Assist. This ingenious system pairs adaptive cruise control with lane-keeping capabilities, minimizing stress in stop-and-go scenarios.

Opt for additional safety technologies such as a 360-degree view monitor, traffic sign recognition, and driver attention alert. You can also add rear cross-traffic braking, which automatically applies the brakes if a reversing collision risk is detected.

These SUVs meet stringent safety criteria. Both models earned five-star overall ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s crash tests and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s highest Top Safety Pick+ honor. These awards testify to Mazda’s commitment to occupant security.

Reliability matters, too. Mazda consistently ranks among industry leaders, and the CX-70 and CX-90 continue this tradition of quality craftsmanship. Proper maintenance, alongside Mazda’s comprehensive warranties, further ensures long-lasting performance.

Pricing and Value

The 2025 CX-70 and CX-90 SUVs cater to slightly different budgets, but their prices are in the same ballpark. Compact but mighty, the CX-70 starts at just over $41,000 MSRP for the base trim. The top-tier configuration will come in at around $57,000. Five trim options give you plenty of choice if you want to customize your ride.

The CX-90 delivers premium capability. The base 3.3 S starts at around $40,000. If you move up the trim ladder, the range-topping 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus clocks in at $60,000. Eight trims provide options galore.

Ultimately, your perfect SUV depends on your priorities. The CX-70 excels for those wanting athletic performance and smart features without overspending. The CX-90 answers the call for space, power, and indulgence. Both deliver Mazda’s commitment to quality and upscale luxury.

Find Your Perfect Mazda SUV at Capistrano Mazda in San Juan Capistrano, California

The 2025 Mazda CX-70 and CX-90 uphold our commitment to quality. If you’d like to learn more about any of the trims or arrange a test drive, feel free to contact us today. One of our Mazda experts can help guide your purchase decision or advise you on your auto financing options. Alternatively, you can browse our online inventory and get the purchase process started from the comfort of your own home. Whatever your preference, we’re looking forward to helping you get behind the wheel of a new Mazda SUV.