The CX-70 is a perplexing addition to the lineup as it costs the same as the CX-90, on a trim level basis, but offers less practicality
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Mazda introduced the 2025 CX-70 last month and now the company has announced pricing will begin at $40,445.
Set to arrive at U.S. dealerships this spring, the two-row crossover costs thousands more than the CX-90, which begins at $37,845. That’s a surprising development, but the CX-70 eschews the entry-level Select trim offered on its three-row counterpart. As a result, the two models are priced the same on a trim-by-trim basis.
While that’s a perplexing move, the CX-70 3.3 Turbo Preferred has a stylish exterior with LED lighting units, black accents, and 19-inch alloy wheels with a gray finish. Buyers will also find rain-sensing wipers and a sunroof.
Since the CX-70 focuses on luxury, the model comes nicely equipped with black leather seats that have heating and power adjustment up front. They’re joined by a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a wireless smartphone charger, automatic climate control, and an eight-speaker audio system. Buyers will also find a 7-inch display in the instrument cluster as well as a 12.3-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
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On the safety front, there’s an assortment of driver assistance systems including Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning. They’re joined by Driver Attention Alert, Smart Brake Support, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and a Rear View Monitor.
Under the hood, there’s a turbocharged 3.3-liter inline-six producing 280 hp (209 kW / 284 PS) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque on regular gasoline. It’s connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission and a standard all-wheel drive system. This setup enables the crossover to return an EPA-estimated 24 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 25 mpg combined.
Moving up the trim ladder is the CX-70 3.3 Turbo Premium, which begins at $45,900. It has a panoramic sunroof, a hands-free power liftgate, and larger 21-inch wheels with a black finish. Buyers will also find black door handles and an increased towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs (2,268 kg).
The upgrades continue inside with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a head-up display, and a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system. They’re joined by fancier interior lighting, Mazda Online Navigation, and a frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink.
Buyers will also find additional driver assistance systems including Blind Spot Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, and front/rear parking sensors. The model also has a Secondary Collision Reduction System and an Unresponsive Driver Support System, which can detect an incapacitated driver and automatically bring the vehicle to a halt.
The $48,900 CX-70 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus goes a step further as it has Nappa leather upholstery and a heated steering wheel. Buyers will also find heated and ventilated front seats as well as heated rear seats.
Other highlights include power-folding auto-dimming side mirrors, a windshield wiper de-icer, and a 360° View Monitor. That’s on top of Front Cross Traffic Alert and an improved Rear View Monitor with dynamic guide lines.
The CX-70 3.3 Turbo S Premium costs $52,450 and has an upgraded engine producing 340 hp (254 kW / 345 PS) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque on premium gasoline. Features largely echo the standard Turbo Premium, but there are some special touches including a unique honeycomb grille and full LED lighting units. The model also has heated and ventilated Nappa leather front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and 12.3-inch displays.
The $55,950 CX-70 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus builds on that by adding a two-tone leather-wrapped steering wheel, suede dash inserts, and exclusive tan Nappa leather seats. The model also has a windshield wiper de-icer and a 150-watt outlet in the cargo area.
Customers looking for something more eco-friendly can opt for the $54,400 CX-70 PHEV Premium. As the name suggests, it has a plug-in hybrid powertrain that consists of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, an electric motor, and a 17.8 kWh battery pack. This setup gives the model an electric-only range of 26 miles (42 km) as well as a combined output of 323 hp (241 kW / 327 PS) and 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque.
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In terms of equipment, buyers will find LED lighting units, a hands-free power liftgate, and rain-sensing wipers. They’re joined by a panoramic sunroof and 21-inch wheels.
Moving inside, the plug-in hybrid has 12.3-inch displays, a 12-speaker Bose audio system, and a wireless smartphone charger. Customers will also find heated leather front seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink, and an outlet in the cargo area.
Last but not least, the CX-70 PHEV Premium Plus begins at $57,450. It builds on the aforementioned model by adding Nappa leather, a heated steering wheel, and ventilated front seats. The crossover also has heated rear seats and additional driver assistance systems.
