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This estimate illustrates vehicle financing. It is informational, not a credit offer or approval. Actual payments depend on purchase price, down payment, annual percentage rate, term, taxes, fees, credit, and lender terms.
This estimate illustrates a vehicle lease. It is informational, not a financing offer or approval. Actual payments depend on negotiated price, residual value, money factor, mileage allowance, taxes, fees, credit, and lender terms.
The 2024 CX-90, including the PHEV, may fail to show the rear camera image when shifted into Reverse because of a software defect. This reduces rear visibility and increases the risk of backing into a person or object. The free remedy is a dealer software update under NHTSA recall 23V742; confirm the campaign has been completed before relying on the system.
Certain 2024-2025 CX-90 models with the 8-speed automatic transmission can momentarily shift into neutral while driving because of a transmission-control module software issue. This causes a sudden loss of drive, which is dangerous when entering traffic or crossing intersections. The dealer remedy is a transmission control module reprogramming; if the VIN is included in the NHTSA campaign the repair is free, and before purchase check NHTSA recall status and test stop-and-go driving.
Mazda's flagship three-row SUV enters a crowded segment dominated by family haulers like the Kia Telluride and Toyota Grand Highlander, but it stakes out a different corner: rear-drive-based architecture with a longitudinal inline-six engine. That layout, rare among mainstream mid-size SUVs, gives the CX-90 a distinctly different character than its front-drive-based rivals. Buyers comparing it against the segment's volume leaders should weigh whether the CX-90's sharper driving feel and premium interior justify what is typically a slightly higher starting price, which lands in the mid-to-upper $30,000 range for the base model.
The CX-90's strongest argument is its RWD-based platform paired with Mazda's turbocharged inline-six. That combination delivers a level of steering precision and chassis balance that front-drive competitors like the Honda Pilot simply cannot match. The standard all-wheel drive uses an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch that can send torque rearward-biased for a more natural, neutral cornering feel, yet still provides confident traction on snow or gravel (mazdausa.com/vehicles/cx-90).
Gasoline inline-six: The standard engine is a 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-six producing 280 horsepower (340 horsepower on higher-output trims), paired with an eight-speed automatic and standard all-wheel drive. Mazda's M Hybrid Boost 48-volt mild-hybrid system assists during acceleration and captures regenerative energy during deceleration. EPA fuel economy figures vary by trim; the mild-hybrid system is primarily designed to improve low-speed efficiency rather than dramatically shift highway numbers (mazdausa.com/vehicles/cx-90).
Plug-in hybrid: A PHEV variant combines the same inline-six architecture with a larger electric motor and battery pack, offering meaningful all-electric range for short commutes before the engine takes over. The PHEV prioritizes EV driving in urban conditions while retaining the same RWD-based handling characteristics.
The CX-90's starting price sits in the mid-to-upper $30,000 range, with well-equipped trims climbing into the $50,000s and the PHEV higher still. Monthly payments hinge on three factors: transaction price versus MSRP, loan term, and residual value at trade-in. Mazda's depreciation curve historically runs slightly steeper than Toyota's or Honda's, which means lease residuals and used-car resale values may favor the Grand Highlander or Pilot if you plan to sell within four to five years. Use the payment calculator to compare down payment scenarios and term lengths before visiting a dealership.
Mazda includes a 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, with 3 years of roadside assistance. Scheduled maintenance intervals run at 7,500-mile or 12-month cycles, with oil changes recommended around the same frequency; many dealers offer complimentary first-service programs. Parts availability is strong nationwide given Mazda's established dealer network, though independent shops may be less familiar with the inline-six architecture than with the older four-cylinder engines, so early service visits may be better directed to a Mazda dealer.
The CX-90 fits buyers who regularly carry five to eight people but refuse to surrender driving enjoyment to practicality. Families that prioritize cargo space above all else will find the Grand Highlander offers more third-row room, and the Telluride undercuts the CX-90's price on comparable trims. But for drivers who want a three-row SUV that responds like a sport sedan, the CX-90 is the only mainstream option in this class. It also suits those planning to keep the vehicle beyond the warranty period, where its mechanical sophistication and build quality tend to age well.
Emissions and efficiency vary by powertrain, trim, test method, and model year. Verify the applicable EPA ratings and any state-specific rules for the exact vehicle before purchase.
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