2025 Mazda CX-70 vs. CX-90
If you're looking for a new Mazda SUV in Bountiful, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 and CX-90 are both fantastic choices that blend luxury with practicality. They share the same foundation and powerful engines, but the sportier CX-70 offers nimble handling and strategic cargo space, while the CX-90, with its third row, gives bigger families those crucial extra seats. So, how do the 2025 Mazda CX-70 and CX-90 compare, and which is better for daily driving in Bountiful, Utah? Let's find out.
Comparing Specifications and Performance
The 2025 CX-70 and 2025 CX-90 pack identical 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-six engines with 48-volt mild hybrid systems. Based on engine alone, the CX-70 Turbo Preferred, Premium, and Premium Plus trims produce 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, while the Turbo S trims generate 340 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque. Both models come in plug-in hybrid versions that deliver a combined 323 horsepower — great for merging onto I-15 or climbing steep grades toward Park City.
The CX-70 Turbo S trims go from 0 to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds, just 0.1 second quicker than the CX-90 Turbo S options, and all trims include an eight-speed automatic transmission, paddle shifters, and standard all-wheel drive. With that setup, you can enjoy peace of mind in all Utah's weather, from summer storms to winter snow. Both SUVs can tow up to 5,000 pounds, meaning you're well-equipped for boat trips to Utah Lake or mountain camping, while their solid fuel economy of 24 mpg in the city, 28 mpg on the highway, and 25 mpg combined won't hold you back from adventure.
The plug-in versions deliver 56 MPGe combined, with the CX-90 providing 25 miles of electric-only range, enough to get through the morning commute or local errands without using gas. The hybrid system kicks in seamlessly for longer trips, and in all models, the CX-70 and CX-90 offer responsive steering and stable cornering, whether you're grocery shopping or heading up to Snowbird.
Interior Comfort and Practicality
The CX-70 seats five across two rows, with standard leather and optional nappa leather trim available in multiple colors. The CX-90 fits up to eight and gives you the option of captain's chairs or bench seating in the second row, plus cooled second-row seats in higher trims and easy third-row access, perfect for big families or carpools. Both cabins live up to Mazda's reputation for upscale interiors, with their effective trizone climate control offering great comfort in Utah's temperature swings.
There's plenty of space for cargo, too. The CX-70 provides 39.6 cubic feet behind the second row and 75.3 cubic feet with the seats folded down, plus a clever storage bin under the floor. The CX-90 offers 40 cubic feet behind row two and a maximum of 74.2 cubic feet, but just 14.9 cubic feet with all seats up.
Interior Dimensions
The Mazda CX-70’s and CX-90’s interior dimensions are where you really need to consider who you've got on board. Both models give you identical legroom in the first and second rows, with 41.7 inches in the front and a generous 39.4 inches in the second row. That's plenty of stretch-out space for adults on longer trips to Moab or up to Wyoming. The real difference is that third row in the CX-90, which offers 30.4 inches of legroom and 36.9 inches of headroom, 53.3 inches across the shoulders, and 43.7 inches of hip room — great for kids.
Up front in the CX-90, you'll get 39.7 inches of headroom and 57.2 inches of shoulder room, with the second row offering 39.3 inches and 58.1 inches. Some SUV buyers mention that rear seats can sometimes sit too low, forcing taller passengers’ knees up. No worries about that here, with Mazda's flat floor design creating more usable space for everyone. If you regularly or occasionally carry extra passengers, the CX-90 offers you the flexibility to do that in comfort.
For smaller families or those with more stuff to carry, the CX-70 skips the need for rearranging and folding seats, letting you toss in bikes, camping gear, or ski equipment with ease. It even has rear seat release buttons in the cargo area in case you decide you need that second row out of the way, so you can get on the road sooner.
Technology, Safety, and Infotainment
When it comes to technology, there's not a big difference between the Mazda CX-70 and CX-90. Both include a 12.3-inch infotainment screen and wireless phone charging — except in the CX-90’s base Turbo Select trim — and an eight-speaker audio system, with higher trims adding a 12.3-inch digital meter display and 12-speaker Bose setup. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come as standard for easy navigation around Bountiful or Utah's back roads.
Mazda's standard i-ACTIVSENSE safety package includes adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and rear cross-traffic alert. Higher trims add traffic support, a 360-degree camera, and automatic rear braking for extra protection in busy parking lots. Both vehicles earned a 2025 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick+ award and a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration five-star overall safety rating, so you can transport your most precious cargo with confidence.
Pick Your Perfect Match for Bountiful Driving
The Mazda CX-70 and CX-90 offer style, power, and top-of-the-range safety without luxury pricing, providing all the comfort and confidence you need to handle driving in Bountiful all year round. Which is better is down to you. Need occasional third-row flexibility? Choose the CX-90. Prefer maximum cargo space and sportier handling? The CX-70’s your match.
Whether you've made your choice or are still on the fence, at Bountiful Mazda, our team is ready to help. To test-drive one or both of these brilliant SUVs, contact us now, and let us get you behind the wheel of your brand-new Mazda.