2024 Mazda CX-90 Plug-in Hybrid

In addition to the potent straight-six turbo engine, the new three-row Mazda CX-90 also offers a plug-in hybrid version, much like some European SUVs and the Jeep Grand Cherokee. All-wheel drive is standard. The plug-in hybrid employs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, a 17.8 kWh battery and an electric drive that give it an EPA EV range of 26 miles. After that, it transitions to regular hybrid operation and gets an estimated fuel economy of 25 mpg combined. Note that our regular CX-90 with the turbo six engine got 24 mpg overall. The transition from gas to electric power and vice versa is not the smoothest, however. Handling is taut and agile, the ride is firm and composed, but unless you get the base Preferred trim, all other versions come with 21-inch wheels and tires that make the ride too stiff. The cabin is roomy but controls are not all that intuitive. The front seats are supportive and the driving position is well sorted. Both seven- and eight-passenger seating configurations are available. A comprehensive suite of active safety features is standard, including ACC for 2025 models.

Market value: $49,945
Fuel: Plug-in hybrid
Transmission: Automatic
Seats: 7

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Model year 2024

Owner rating 2/5

Reliability 1/5

Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain: Plug-in hybrids
Body style: 4-door SUV
Drive type: AWD
Transmission: Automatic, 8-speed
Category: Midsized SUVs 3-row
Generation began: 2024

Pricing

Original MSRP range: $49,945 - $57,450

Ratings

Road test score: 79/100
Owner satisfaction: 2/5
Would buy again: 27%
Reliability: 1/5

Fuel economy

EPA city: 24 MPG
EPA highway: 27 MPG
EPA combined: 25 MPG
Tested city: 16 MPG
Tested highway: 32 MPG
Tested overall: 23 MPG
Annual fuel cost: $2,080
Cruising range: 455 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph: 2.8 sec
0-60 mph: 6.8 sec
60-0 mph braking: 130 ft
Avoidance speed: 54.5 mph
Test status: Test Completed

Dimensions

Length: 201 in
Width: 78 in
Height: 69 in
Wheelbase: 123 in
Weight: 5,230 lb
Maximum load: 1,190 lb
Towing capacity: 3,500 lb

Interior

Seating: 7 people
Front head room: 4.5 in
Front leg room: 43 in
Rear head room: 3.5 in
Rear leg room: 32 in
Cargo volume: 41.5 cu ft
Luggage: 1+1+0

Owner feedback

Comfort: 2/5
Driving: 1/5
Styling: 4/5
Value: 1/5

Environmental impact

Air pollution score: 7/10
Greenhouse gas score: 8/10
SmartWay: Yes

Brand context

About Mazda

Most Mazdas are affordable, fun to drive, and look good inside and out. Many of its crossovers, SUVs, and sedans have earned Consumer Reports’ recommendations and above-average reliability ratings. Used Mazdas are usually a good option for an affordable pre-owned car. Mazda’s two- and three-row SUVs, identified by CX in the name, are consistently near the top of our ratings. Some Mazdas are available as plug-in hybrids that are capable of useful amounts of electric-only driving range. Most Mazdas achieve solid, but not exceptional fuel economy. Though sports cars are less popular now than decades before, Mazda still sells the MX-5 Miata, one of the best of the few remaining enthusiast cars.

Vehicle ID: 28469 First published: October 24, 2023 Updated: December 4, 2025

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