2024 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid

　　

2024 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid Review

byMark TakahashiCorrespondent

　　Mark Takahashi has worked in the automotive industry since 2001. He has written thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Mark has also contributed to Motor Trend, Auto Aficionado, Chevy High Performance and several motorcycle magazines in various roles. Mark is also a juror on the North American Car, Truck and Utility Vehicle of the Year Awards and can be seen regularly on the zzdcar YouTube channel and sometimes representing the company in media interviews.

　　When the Mazda CX-9 was last redesigned in 2016, it became one of our favorite three-row midsize SUVs. As the years went on, however, its lack of interior and cargo room became more of a liability as fresher and roomier rivals such as the Kia Telluride and Volkswagen Atlas debuted. But now Mazda is back once again vying for a top spot with the all-new 2024 CX-90.

　　

Mazda CX-90 PHEV Insights

Trim:CX-90 PHEV Preferred

　　PHEV Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $47,445 MSRPPHEV Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) - $52,900 MSRPPHEV Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A) (Most Popular) - $56,950 MSRP

　　

All Electric Range

　　EPA Estimated Range not available

　　Estimated range mapThis map is a visual representation of the possible one-way and round-trips by this vehicle (on a full charge) from the geometric center of Rutland, North Dakota. The depicted ranges are based on the estimated new vehicle range value provided by the EPA, rounded down to miles for one-way and miles for round-trip. Actual range will vary depending on the condition of this vehicle’s battery pack, how you drive, driving conditions and other factors.Map display generated using: © openrouteservice.org by HeiGIT | Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors | OpenStreetMap

　　from 58067

　　

EV Battery Warranty

　　8 yrs or 100,000 milesThe federal government requires that EV batteries be warrantied for a minimum of eight years or 100,000 miles. The EV battery warranty includes replacement if your battery capacity drops below a certain percentage of the original capacity.

　　

Charging at Home

　　No charging time information available

　　

EV Tax Credits & Rebates

　　No rebates available in 58067

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Cost to Drive

　　Not Available

　　CX-90

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　　$229/mo

　　SUV Avg.

　　Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

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　　The CX-90 is similar in size to the CX-9 it replaces as Mazda's flagship, though its wheelbase (the distance between front and rear wheels) grows by 7.5 inches, benefitting passenger and cargo space. The CX-9 was notable for delivering a more luxurious interior than its contemporaries, and the CX-90 builds on that refinement by delivering an experience that rivals entry-level luxury SUVs. Acceleration is strong and smooth thanks to a turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine. All-wheel drive is standard, and Mazda even offers a plug-in hybrid version that delivers an estimated 26 miles of all-electric range on a single charge.

　　Overall, we're impressed with the CX-90 and think it's a desirable choice for a three-row SUV. Besides the Telluride and Atlas, other alternatives include Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade and Toyota Highlander. Check out our test team's Expert Rating below to get our full report on where the CX-90 shines and where it comes up a little short.

　　

Which CX-90 does zzdcar recommend?

For most people, we recommend the CX-90 with the more powerful 3.3 Turbo S model. You get plenty of technology, safety and convenience upgrades for the money, and it adequately showcases the luxurious side of the CX-90. If you have a short commute, one of the PHEV models could make sense and possibly make up for its price premium in a few years.

　　

Mazda CX-90 models

The 2023 Mazda CX-90 is a three-row midsize SUV with seating for a maximum of eight passengers. The lineup can be a little confusing because there are three powertrain choices and five trim levels. Starting things out is what Mazda calls the 3.3 Turbo, which is a turbocharged 3.3-liter six-cylinder engine (280 horsepower, 332 lb-ft of torque). It's paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel-drive is standard. The 3.3 Turbo S increases output to 340 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque.

　　The CX-90 PHEV employs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder and a plug-in hybrid system with a single electric motor that pulls power from a 17.8-kWh battery pack. Combined output is 323 hp and 369 lb-ft, and Mazda estimates you can travel up to 26 miles on a full charge. It also has an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. Charging the battery from zero to 100% when using a 240-volt power source takes about two hours and 20 minutes, Mazda says.

　　From there, Mazda pairs these powertrains with five trim levels: Select, Preferred, Preferred Plus, Premium and Premium Plus. There are some feature differences between some of the engine and trim levels.

　　3.3 Turbo Select

　　This base model comes well equipped with a long list of standard features that include:

　　19-inch alloy wheels LED headlights Roof rails Power liftgate Keyless entry and ignition Tri-zone automatic climate control Synthetic leather upholstery Three third-row seats 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration Eight-speaker audio systemStandard driver assist features include:

　　Frontal collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front) Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Lane keeping assistance (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane) Driver attention monitor (issues an alert if sensors determine you are becoming fatigued) Safe exit assist (can prevent a rear passenger from opening a door into traffic approaching from behind) Rear seat reminder (alerts you to check the rear seat before exiting the vehicle)3.3 Turbo Preferred

　　Adds to the Select trim with:

　　Sunroof Leather upholstery Heated front seats Power-adjustable front passenger seat Second-row sunshades Additional USB charge ports3.3 Turbo Preferred Plus

　　This midrange trim adds a handful of convenience upgrades such as:

　　Increased towing capacity Wireless charging pad Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)3.3 Turbo Premium

　　Dresses up the CX-90 with:

　　21-inch wheels Chrome exterior trim Hands-free liftgate Panoramic sunroof Second-row captain's chairs (reducing seating capacity to seven) Integrated navigation system Driver's seat memory functions 12-speaker Bose audio system Active blind-spot assistance (automatically steers the CX-90 back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot) Front and rear parking sensors 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus

　　Tops off the base engine's feature list by way of:

　　Power-folding and auto-dimming exterior mirrors Windshield wiper de-icer Premium leather upholstery Digital instrument panel 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen Heated second-row seats Heated steering wheel Ventilated front seats Front cross-traffic warning with automatic braking Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the vehicle and its surroundings for tight parking situations) Automatic reverse braking (applies the brakes automatically to avoid an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)3.3 Turbo S

　　The first model with the more powerful engine goes without a trim level name but is similar in content to the 3.3 Turbo Premium trim. Note that it also has a two-person third-row seat, reducing capacity to seven passengers.

　　Turbo S Premium

　　Upgrading to this trim generally gets you the features from the 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus. It has the second-row captain's chairs for six-passenger capacity.

　　Turbo S Premium Plus

　　This top trim is outfitted identically to the 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus trim but adds:

　　Quilted leather upholstery Ventilated second-row seatsPHEV Preferred, Premium and Premium Plus

　　The plug-in hybrid model's feature list is identical to the 3.3 Turbo trims but adds a digital instrument panel to all versions.

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