All New Mazda CX-70 vs. CX-90 

As an innovative brand, Mazda is on a quest to achieve constant improvement. This mission includes improving the existing models and adding new ones to fill market gaps. All new in 2025, the Mazda CX-70 is a mid-size SUV situated between the current CX-50 and CX-90 models but is more closely aligned with the CX-90. Let’s take a look at what drivers have to look forward to with the all-new CX-70 and how it compares to its big brother, the Mazda CX-90.

Mazda CX-70: Coming Soon

New for the 2025 model year, the Mazda CX-70 seeks to fill the gap between the compact CX-50 and the family-friendly Mazda CX-90. This mid-size SUV has five seats and the same frame as the CX-90, making it very spacious for passengers. Like its older sibling, the CX-70 offers both traditional gasoline and hybrid model with i-Activ® all-wheel drive (AWD) as a standard feature. It includes several options along with a host of luxurious upgrades both inside and out at certain trim levels. Examples include panoramic moon roof, a 12-speaker bespoke Bose® speaker system, and a head-up digital display.

How the CX-70 Design Compares to the CX-90

Built on the same frame, the basic outline of both the CX-90 and the all-new CX-70 is virtually the same. However, the vehicles are two separate models, and Mazda put a lot of effort into making sure that there were clear design differences between them.

Exterior Specs

Like all models in the 2024/25 Mazda fleet, both the CX-70 and the CX-90 follow the KODO design philosophy that emphasizes smooth, natural lines, elegant silhouettes, and a balanced exterior design that emphasizes both style and performance. Boasting the same dimensions, thanks to their twin frames, the difference between the CX-70 and CX-90 lies in the details of each design. The CX-70, for example, offers a blacked-out exterior trim and a distinctive wheel design that sets it apart from the CX-90.

Interior Space and Comfort

The real differences between the CX-70 and the CX-90 surface when you take a look inside. Although both are similarly equipped with the type of upgraded, luxury interiors that Mazda customers expect, the configurations inside these two SUVs set them apart significantly.

The Mazda CX-90 is the brand’s largest SUV option, offering seating for up to eight people. In contrast, the CX-70 offers the more common five-seat capacity with its extra space apparent in its cargo room. To compare, the CX-90 offers a mere 14.9 cubic feet of space behind its third row, while the CX-70 offers cargo room behind its second (and final) row that is equal to 39.6 cubic feet.

CX-70 vs. CX-90 Engine, Speed, and Handling

Like the CX-90 before it, the CX-70 comes in two engine options: turbocharged and non-turbocharged. The base engine is a 3.3-liter inline 6 that offers 280 horsepower (hp). The turbocharged alternative can get up to 340 hp but is only available in S trims and above.

Also similar to the CX-90, the CX-70 comes with a hybrid engine offering, which Mazda has coined as a mild hybrid electric vehicle option. Without the need for a plug-in, the CX-70 provides drivers with a small-sized electric motor that supplements its gasoline engine. This results in enhanced fuel efficiency in line with the numbers found in the CX-90.

Comparing the Safety Features of the CX-70 and CX-90

Safety is another category where the CX-90 and CX-70 are on par with one another. Because the CX-70 is not yet on the market, it has not received any safety ratings, but the 2024 CX-90 has already earned the Top Safety Pick+ designation from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).

The features in both the CX-70 and CX-90 that have warranted such a high rating of safety include the standard Mazda suite, called i-Activsense® and includes standards such as automatic braking and blind spot monitoring. In addition, certain trim levels on both the CX-70 and CX-90 offer drivers enhanced additions, such as 360-degree cameras and a head-up active driving display.

How Pricing Compares Between the Mazda CX-70 and CX-90

For many drivers, when it comes to choosing one incredible vehicle over another, cost may be the deciding factor. Luckily, both the Mazda CX-70 and the CX-90 come in a range of trim levels and prices that meet a variety of needs for discerning consumers.

For the CX-70, its lowest trim level, the CX-70 3.3 Turbo Preferred, starts at $40,445. The least expensive trim of the CX-90, the 3.3 Turbo Select, starts a bit lower at $37,845. For trim packages available for the 2024 Mazda CX-90, the highest trim, the 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus, starts at $55,950. Similarly, the 2025 CX-70 plans to come in five trim options, with the highest, the 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus, starting at the same $55,950 as the CX-90.

Final Thoughts on the New CX-70 and How It Stacks Up

With the introduction of the all-new Mazda CX-70, the company’s lineup of SUVs is complete. From the subcompact CX-30 to the family-friendly CX-90, there is an answer for every driver’s need within the Mazda family. For its part, the CX-70 fills an important gap for those who need a bit more space (compared to the CX-50) but who might not need extra seats within that space (compared to the CX-90).

In addition, as one of the premium options within the Mazda family of SUVs, the CX-70 comes nicely equipped with luxurious extras, including interior leather trims, infotainment, and even onboard Alexa, making it the right choice for those “just-right” drivers who are looking for more than one model offers but less than another.

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