The CX-90 is a great-looking new SUV with advanced technology, good performance, three-rows with generous space, and luxury design details, for a lower price than most of its competitors.
Mazda keeps designing beautiful cars with tons of standard features at no extra price, adding value that looks and feels premium.
Flagship SUV CX-90 Drives Value Everywhere
I am excited to experience and test drive the new 2025 Mazda CX-90, the new flagship SUV of the brand. Mazda goes to a higher level with the production of this luxurious SUV model CX-90 that gives you so much for your money, especially when you compare and place in the balance features over the low pricing, from 38K to 57K.
As I drive and discover more features on the very new 2025 Mazda CX-90, I am impressed with how Mazda is giving so much value in added standard features to car buyers who would purchase this premium midsize SUV.
Plenty of Space and Plenty of Features
The CX-90 is a three-row elegant, midsize utility premium Crossover SUV with a clean and stylish design, with a reasonable engine power of 340 horsepower, and good cargo space.
In terms of performance this is not one of the most powerful SUVs, but it has more power than you will ever need unless you go into wild off-roads. This SUV is fast, agile, efficient and very easy to drive.
I feel that there is room for improvement on the infotainment and user interface as there could be a more a intuitive easy access and shortcuts to the different features, and more knobs for easy access. I felt that sometimes it was difficult to find specific features. This can be enhanced with a more intuitive menu, but this is a minor detail compared to all what this Mazda offers to its driver and passengers.
After driving the CX-90 for one week, it is becoming one of my favorite mid-size premium 3-row SUVs on the market, but competition is very challenging in this segment, there are too many different amazing SUVs, and winning the competition won’t be an easy journey for the Japanese automaker.
Three Luxury Rows
Pricing starts at $38K for the base trim model Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Select with seating for eight passengers.
This new Mazda SUV is very spacious, the seats are large with lots of space around, and it feels very comfortable. I love having so much space, it reminds me of the interior space in a minivan but with the luxury style of a premium SUV.
The second and third rows have plenty of legroom and space, more than usual, and the cargo area is larger compared to other three-row SUV cars. I had to fold the third row at some point when doing shopping, and the cargo space becomes very large when you only use the two rows.
This is definitely a great family car for the city or also a very good car for those that need a lot of space but don’t want to drive a minivan.
The CX-90 Turbo S Premium Plus trim model that I am test-driving is the highest trim level available, with pricing around $56,650.
I like that this premium SUV can have space for seven passengers on this trim model with second row captain seats, or space for eight passengers in other trim models. This SUV would be great transportation for a music band, sports team, friends, travelers, or just to be your family car.
548 Miles Range on the Highway
Efficiency of more than 500 miles range on the highway is huge. This is a very comfortable car to drive and to bring friends and family onboard with its 3-rows, but the huge 548 miles range makes it even more attractive, it is a dream come true.
We are getting closer to the future, I can see that just in a few more years we will have cars like this with a range of 1,000 miles.
The exact range for the CX-90 is a driving range of up to 450.8 miles on the city and 548.8 highway miles on the CX-90 models Turbo S, Turbo S Premium, and Turbo S premium Plus.
340 Horsepower and Good Performance
Driving the new CX-90 SUV you can feel how it works well with responsiveness, performance, and driving dynamics.
The CX-90’s engine produces good horsepower and torque, from 280 horsepower, to a higher 340 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque on the trim model Turbo S. Premium Plus that I am driving.
The CX-90 all-new four-cylinder hybrid gasoline engine is paired with an all-new e-SKYACTIV Drive 8-speed automatic transmission with Manual-shift mode, specifically designed for large platform vehicles. The agile multi-speed automatic gearbox achieves smooth and direct acceleration while improving drivetrain efficiency.
The new engine provides CX-90 an engaging driving experience. The engine is very quiet and has good enough power and speed for highways, and some off-roads, but I would enjoy having more power.
Acceleration is good but the response could be faster for my personal taste. I think that there is room for Mazda to improve on acceleration and horsepower for the upcoming new versions of the CX-90.
The suspension of the new Mazda CX-90 feels good but it could be a bit more solid and balanced on uneven roads, as it bounces a little bit from side to side, I have felt the same when driving other premium large SUVs in the past, this is not a deal breaker, just room for improvement.
I would be happy to drive the CX-90 anywhere and for a long time, it is a very good car if you need a lot of space and premium style with good value pricing.
Mazda’s all-new rear-biased all-wheel drive layout supports a performance-focused experience, and it is standard on all CX-90 models.
Kinematic Posture Control (KPC), first introduced on the MX-5 Miata, is standard on all CX-90 models and will help maintain Mazda’s signature driving dynamics with the three-row crossover SUV.
Beautiful Mazda Design
Many new SUV car models offer 3 rows and 7 seven seats or more, although one thing that makes the CX-90 different is that it is not a typical large SUV, it is big, but its segment is the midsize SUV. The size allows you to bring the whole family on a trip instead of having to drive two cars, saving gas, and keeping the group together.
It feels bigger than most midsize SUVs that I drove, perhaps it should be placed in an intermediate segment between midsize and large SUVs.
The new CX-90 has been designed with a bold and dynamic design. It includes all-premium craftsmanship. The new CX-90 is a blend of performance appearance and world-class refinement. The Mazda CX-90 SUV comes in multiple different options of color and styles.
The new Mazda CX-90 continues Mazda’s Kodo Design philosophy of infusing life into the body of the vehicle through passion, perfection, and precision, and when you see this car inside and outside you understand that the Kodo design is present everywhere.
The large platform of the Mazda Cx-90 allows for a wider body and fenders and a longer wheelbase, accentuating CX-90’s strong stance and further highlighting its sense of performance. The body is designed to be sleek with crafted curves that give the CX-90 ever-changing expressions created by the reflections of lights and shadows.
Details like the optional chrome garnishes on the lower bumpers emphasize its width and timeless styling, while new, available 21-inch diamond-cut wheels featuring a black metallic finish enhance the CX-90’s powerful presence.
The CX-90’s elegant design continues into the car seats and general inside with an interior that gives an expansive impression from the dashboard through the positioning of the vents and chrome trim extending to the doors for a modern, linear appearance. Inspired by traditional Japanese aesthetics, a luxurious and comfortable feel is experienced in all three rows.
From the front seats to the available captain’s chairs, and into the third row, there are multiple materials, such as Nappa leather, wood, and tone-on-tone fabrics that all come together harmoniously producing a very elegant style that feels very expensive.
2025 Mazda CX-90 Trims and Pricing
This SUV is available in six different trim models to help you find out what model is right for you! The price range for the CX-90 SUV ranges anywhere from $38K to $57K plus the cost of additional features. I am driving the 2025 Mazda CX-90 SUV S Premium Plus.
All CX-90 SUV models are powerful with all-wheel drive standard
2025 Mazda CX-90 SUV Turbo Select, Starting at $38,045
280-hp, 3.3L Turbo Inline 6 engine and i-ACTIV AWD
Leatherette-trimmed seats
3-row seating for up to 8 passengers
2025 Mazda CX-90 SUV Turbo Preferred, Starting at $41,145
Power sliding-glass moonroof with tilt feature
Leather-trimmed heated front seats
4-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
2025 Mazda CX-90 SUV Turbo Premium Sport, Starting at $46,600
Towing capacity up to 5,000 lbs
Mi-Drive with Sport/Off-Road/Towing Modes
Hands-free Rear Power Liftgate
2025 Mazda CX-90 SUV Turbo Premium Plus, Startingat $49,600
Nappa leather-trimmed seats
2nd-row Captain’s chairs with center walkthrough
360° View Monitor with See-through View
2025 Mazda CX-90 SUV Turbo S Premium, Startingat $53,150
Up to 340-hp, 3.3L Turbo Inline 6 engine and i-ACTIV AWD
21-inch alloy wheels, machine cut finish
Mazda Driver Personalization System
2025 Mazda CX-90 SUV Turbo S Premium Plus, Starting at $56,650
Nappa leather-trimmed seats with premium accents
2nd-row Captain’s chairs with center console
Ventilated front and 2nd-row seats
My favorite trim model is the S Premium Plus that I am test driving, this is the top of the line and it is fully loaded with tons of features and convenient details. However, if you want to spend less than $57K, there are many models available.
There is also an available a plug-in electric model, the Mazda CX-90 PHEV SUV trim includes the powerful and efficient e-SKYACTIV-PHEV: 2.5L engine and 68 kW electric motor with a total of 323 horsepower.
2025 Mazda Cx-90 SUV Turbo S Premium Plus Highlights
7 seating capacity (8 available in other trim models)
6 trim selections
Power sliding-glass panoramic moonroof with tilt feature
Hands-free Rear Power Liftgate
2nd-row Captain’s chairs with center walk-through
Wireless Apple CarPlay integration
Wireless Android Auto integration
Active Driving Display
Front and rear parking sensors
Wireless phone charger
Drivers with large family can appreciate and enjoy more than anyone the Mazda CX-90. This vehicle helps us have more space and enjoy its premium elegant style.
The new 2025 Mazda CX-90 Turbo S Premium Plus trim level I am driving is a good value purchase with great features and luxury style to help you enjoy everyday driving.
Marco Carvajal has many years of experience in the editorial world, in the entertainment industry including events, cars, music and other fields. He also has wide experience in business, e-business and e-commerce. He is actively involved in the development of AutomotorPro.com and other affiliated car publications, from marketing and business management, to the editorial department as a contributing writer and editor for other writers. His passion for automobiles, travel and art, supports the development of AutomotorPro.com in an original and unique way, as a leader in the automobile editorial industry, nationwide in the United States and international territories. Marco graduated from the University of Miami, in addition to additional studies at other universities and institutions. In the field of business, he has created several enterprises and multinational projects related to publishing and entertainment. As a writer, the number one goal for Marco Carvajal is to be able to communicate clear information easy to understand for our subscribers, in an easy language, very detailed, about automobiles and lifestyle. He also likes to show a different perspective, with innovative style, about the information and characteristics of each car, mostly oriented to the daily life, about what each person may want learn about each car, thinking on the practical daily use of cars in real life.
Marco Carvajal tiene muchísimos años de experiencia en el mundo editorial, en la industria del entretenimiento incluyendo eventos, autos, música y otros, así como gran experiencia en los negocios, e-business y e-commerce. Se envuelve activamente en el desarrollo de AutomotorPro.com, desde aspectos de mercadeo y manejo de negocios, hasta el departamento editorial donde también escribe y edita artículos de otros escritores. Su pasión por los autos, viajar y el arte, le ayudan a AutomotorPro.com a desarrollarse de una forma original y única, como un líder en la industria editorial automotriz a nivel nacional en Estados Unidos y otros territorios internacionales. Marco se graduó de la Universidad de Miami, además de haber realizado estudios y cursos en otras universidades e instituciones. En el área de negocio ha fundado varias empresas y creado varios proyectos multinacionales en el área editorial y del entretenimiento. Como escritor, la meta número uno de Marco Carvajal es lograr transmitir información sobre automóviles fácil de entender para los lectores, en un idioma sencillo, los más detallada posible. Además de lograr mostrar un lado diferente e innovador sobre la información y características de cada auto, principalmente orientado a lo cotidiano, a lo que cada persona puede aprender sobre cada automóvil, pensando en la vida diaria, en el uso de cada auto en la vida práctica.
