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2026 Mazda CX-70
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2026 Mazda CX-70

Think of the new CX-70 as the five-passenger version of the CX-90. Like the CX-90, it uses a rear-wheel-drive-based platform with standard all-wheel drive. The standard engine is a potent 280-hp, 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-six that incorporates a mild hybrid setup. There's also a plug-in hybrid model with an EV range that's likely to be around 25 miles. Both are paired with an eight-speed automatic. We got 24 mpg overall with the CX-90 powered by the standard engine. It's reasonable to expect athletic handling, confident steering and brake pedal feel and a firm ride from the CX-70. Judging by the CX-90, the front seats are supportive, the second row is roomy and comfortable. Fit and finish, particularly on upper trim levels, is swanky. Some of the controls, including the gear selector are unintuitive.

Market value
$39,850
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2026
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability 2/5
Data updated June 4, 2026

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
4-door SUV
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 8-speed
Category
Midsized SUVs
Generation began
2025

Pricing

Current retail median
$39,850
Retail value range
$34,125 - $47,125
Original MSRP range
$42,750 - $56,870
Trade-in range
$32,900 - $45,870

Ratings

Road test score
84/100
Reliability
2/5

Fuel economy

EPA city
24 MPG
EPA highway
28 MPG
EPA combined
25 MPG
Tested city
16 MPG
Tested highway
33 MPG
Tested overall
24 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,655
Cruising range
435 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.9 sec
0-60 mph
7.2 sec
60-0 mph braking
128 ft
Avoidance speed
53 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
201 in
Width
78 in
Height
69 in
Wheelbase
123 in
Weight
4,835 lb
Maximum load
850 lb
Towing capacity
5,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 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

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
5/10
Greenhouse gas score
5/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Mazda

<p>Over time, Mazdas are known to be affordable, fun to drive, and good-looking inside and out. Many of its small crossovers, SUVs, and sedans have earned Consumer Reports' recommendations and above-average reliability ratings. However, its new midsized SUVs have not lived up to the brand’s reliability reputation. Used Mazdas are usually a good option for an inexpensive pre-owned car. Most Mazdas achieve solid, but not exceptional fuel economy. Though sports cars are less popular now than decades prior, Mazda still sells the MX-5 Miata, one of the best of the few remaining enthusiast cars.</p><p><br/></p>

Vehicle ID: 38782 First published: December 4, 2025 Updated: June 4, 2026

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