Mazda CX-90 Review: Flagship Three-Row SUV

Mazda CX-90 (Mazda CX-90) is the largest crossover in the brand’s history: a three-row SUV 5.1 m long on a rear-wheel-drive platform with a longitudinal inline “six” 3.3 L, introduced on January 31, 2023. It was created for the USA, Canada, Australia and the Middle East; in Europe, the narrower CX-80 is sold instead, and the CX-90 was officially imported into Ukraine from September 2023. For the 2027 model year, Mazda added a two-row version in place of the CX-70 and revised the rear suspension. We break down engines, trims, dimensions and prices.

Contents

• Mazda CX-90 at a glance
• What changed in the 2027 model-year Mazda CX-90
• How the CX-90 differs from previous Mazda models
• What engines are available in the Mazda CX-90
• CX-90 specifications
• What trims are available and how much the CX-90 costs
• How many seats and what the CX-90 interior is like
• Is the Mazda CX-90 sold in Ukraine and Europe
• What tuning and accessories are available for the CX-90

Mazda CX-90 at a glance

• A full-size crossover with 5, 6, 7 or 8 seats; length 5,100–5,121 mm, wheelbase 3,120 mm, ground clearance about 200 mm.
• Three powertrains: a 3.3 L gasoline inline-six with a 48-volt mild hybrid (280 or 340 hp), a 3.3 L diesel (254 hp, Australia), and a 2.5 L plug-in hybrid with a 17.8 kWh battery (323 hp).
• Drivetrain: i-Activ AWD with a rear bias; transmission: 8-speed Skyactiv-Drive with a wet clutch instead of a torque converter.
• Towing: up to 5,000 lb (2,268 kg) in the USA with the trailer package; in Australia, 2,500 kg for gasoline and 2,000 kg for diesel.
• Production: Hofu plant in Japan; Japan itself and Europe do not get this model.

What changed in the 2027 model-year Mazda CX-90

In October 2026, Mazda North American Operations announced the 2027 model-year lineup, and the main news is that in the USA there will no longer be a separate CX-70. Its two-row layout has moved into the CX-90: the 3.3 Turbo Premium Sport and 3.3 Turbo S Premium Sport trims can now be ordered with two rows of seats, while the rest remain three-row. In Canada, both nameplates continue to be sold.

The second change is technical: all 2027 CX-90s received a revised rear suspension crossmember and new bushings. Mazda promises a softer ride on broken pavement. Four colors were added to the palette: Navy Blue Mica, Aero Grey Metallic, Melting Copper Metallic and Zircon Sand Metallic. Engines and transmission are unchanged.

How the CX-90 differs from previous Mazda models

Until 2023, Mazda’s largest model was the CX-9 on a front-wheel-drive platform with a transverse 2.5-liter turbo engine. The CX-90 is built differently: the engine is mounted longitudinally, torque goes to the rear axle by default, and the front axle is engaged via the i-Activ AWD system. The same architecture is used by the CX-60 and CX-80 for Europe and the two-row CX-70 — it has the same dimensions and engines, but two rows of seats, black trim instead of chrome, and different bumpers. For the driver, the difference is noticeable in weight distribution and cornering behavior; for the owner, it shows in the fact that the CX-90 weighs 2,136–2,378 kg and consumes more than the CX-9.

On the outside, it’s the same signature Kodo design: a long hood, short front overhang, large grille, and minimal creasing on the sides — the proportions hint that the engine sits longitudinally. Another feature is the Kinematic Posture Control system: in a turn, it slightly brakes the inner rear wheel, reducing body roll without adaptive suspension.

What engines are available in the Mazda CX-90

All versions work with Mazda’s in-house 8-speed automatic: instead of a torque converter, it uses a wet multi-plate clutch, with the mild-hybrid starter-generator located between it and the transmission. At low speeds this produces the characteristic “hesitations” testers write about, but on the highway it delivers a direct connection without slip.

CX-90 specifications

Cargo space behind the third row is 422 L by Mazda’s method — decent for the class, but with eight passengers there’s little room for suitcases: for family trips, plan on folding the third row or using a roof box.

What trims are available and how much the CX-90 costs

In the USA, 2027 model-year prices (excluding delivery to the dealer, which costs $1,645) are as follows. 3.3 Turbo: Select — $39,700, Preferred — $43,850, Premium Sport — $46,880 in two-row and $48,080 in three-row form, Premium Plus — $50,670. 3.3 Turbo S: Premium Sport — $53,540 (two rows) and $54,740 (three rows), Premium Plus — $57,970. PHEV: Preferred — $50,695, Premium Sport — $55,500, Premium Plus — $58,700.

The base Select has a 10.25-inch screen, 19-inch wheels and the i-Activsense package. From 2026, Preferred gained ventilated front seats, second-row heating, a 12.3-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and six USB-C ports. Premium Sport adds Mi-Drive modes (Sport, Off-Road, Towing), a 12-speaker Bose audio system and a head-up display; Premium Plus adds adaptive headlights, Nappa leather and a 360-degree camera. In Australia, the lineup is different: Touring, GT, Azami, Azami SP and Azami Takumi with gasoline or diesel; in early 2025, Mazda cut prices there by AUD 6,000–7,800, and Touring starts from 68,800.

How many seats and what the CX-90 interior is like

Select and Preferred are eight-seaters with a second-row bench; Premium Sport and Premium Plus can be had as 7-seaters with captain’s chairs; all PHEVs are seven-seaters, while the new two-row Premium Sport is a five-seater. The interior is in Mazda’s signature style: a horizontal dashboard, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and the same-size central screen, three-zone climate control, Nappa leather on higher trims, and on Turbo S Premium Plus — premium-grade Japanese Nappa leather and three separate seats in the third row. The third row’s legroom is designed more for children and teens, while the middle row is full-size.

Safety: Rear Seat Alert standard, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, automatic braking, lane keeping; 360° camera and adaptive lighting come on higher trims.

Is the Mazda CX-90 sold in Ukraine and Europe

In Europe, the CX-90 is not sold officially: for Europeans, Mazda made the CX-80 — a three-row crossover on the same platform, but with the width of the CX-60, that is, about 100 mm narrower. In Ukraine, the model was imported by the local importer from September 2023 in a single Premium-Line trim with the 3.3 L gasoline inline-six, listed in the Ukrainian price sheet as 345 hp and 500 N·m, with a seven-seat interior, 21-inch wheels, Nappa leather and a head-up display. At the same time, cars also come in from the USA and Canada — with standard North American equipment. On AUTO.RIA in October 2026 there are 131 listings, including new 2026 model-year vehicles. Sales in the USA are growing: 30,821 vehicles in 2023, 54,676 in 2024 and 55,156 in 2025.

What tuning and accessories are available for the CX-90

In the catalog, the model has a dedicated section Mazda CX-90 tuning. From model-specific items, Stingray 3D floor mats for all rows, mud flaps and small branded details are already available — a stainless-steel license plate frame, emblems, stickers for center caps. For the cargo area of a large crossover, universal polyurethane mats work well — they are selected by the floor size with the third row folded. Side steps and wind deflectors for the CX-90 are still universal: steps are chosen by length, and they require separate mounting hardware specifically for this model — this is worth уточнити before ordering. Accessories for other brand models are in the Mazda tuning section.

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