In its latest move, Mazda has unveiled the 2025 CX-70, a mid-size SUV that’s a notch smaller than its sibling, the CX-90. This fresh offering seats five, a contrast to the seven-seater capacity of the CX-90. Despite this size difference, the CX-70 shares much with its bigger counterpart, including the underlying platform, the range of powertrains, and a significant portion of its external design. This suggests that those fond of the CX-90’s style and performance might find the CX-70 equally appealing.

The CX-70 sets itself apart with a few unique style elements. It leans more towards a sporty look, as seen in its preference for gloss black components over the chrome accents more common in the CX-90. The SUV sports a black mesh grille and a front bumper designed with larger simulated grilles. This design extends to the rear, where the bumper showcases faux vents. Adding to the sporty vibe are dark-finished mirror caps, door handles, and roof rails, along with 21-inch wheels that feature gloss black pockets.

The CX-70’s front end presents a more aggressive look compared to the more gentle grille of the CX-90. The SUV’s rounded roofline and triangular rear quarter windows, however, create a slight disconnect with its streamlined body. The rear hatch, reminiscent of designs from the 1990s, is rounded, but this is somewhat balanced by the new bumper design.

Internally, the CX-70 is quite similar to the CX-90, particularly before one notices the absence of a third row. Unique to the CX-70 is the option of red leather with a black accent stripe, set against a predominantly black interior with red stitching on the door panels and steering wheel. The use of gray plastic trim with a carbon fiber pattern slightly detracts from the otherwise high-quality interior materials. It would be advantageous for Mazda to offer the same upscale interior options available in the CX-90, such as the “kakenui” dashboard stitching and real wood trim.

Technology-wise, the CX-70 closely follows the CX-90 but stands out as Mazda’s first vehicle to integrate Amazon Alexa into its infotainment system. This functionality allows for voice control of various in-car features and syncs with Amazon-enabled devices at home. A notable safety feature in the CX-70 is the Unresponsive Driver Support, part of the adaptive cruise control and lane-centering system. This feature can bring the car to a safe stop and activate the hazard lights if the driver becomes unresponsive, as might happen in a medical emergency.

The CX-70 uses the same powertrains as the CX-90. This includes a turbocharged 3.3-liter inline-six engine, offered in a standard version with 280 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque, and a high-output version delivering 340 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. There’s also a plug-in hybrid variant, combining a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, a 17.8-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery, and a 68-kilowatt electric motor to produce 323 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque.

All models of the CX-70 feature rear-biased all-wheel drive. The six-cylinder models boast a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds, while the hybrid can tow up to 3,500 pounds. Though specific details are yet to be released, the CX-70 is expected to be lighter than the CX-90, which could lead to enhanced efficiency. The plug-in hybrid model is anticipated to offer an electric range of about 30 miles, an appealing feature for short daily trips.

Sharing the same 122.8-inch wheelbase as the CX-90, the CX-70 is slightly shorter, with the difference mainly in the rear overhang. This compact design, coupled with the absence of a third-row seat, results in a spacious cargo area, ideal for storage or even comfortable accommodation for an adult to lie down. This feature hints at the potential for long road trips, using the vehicle as a makeshift rest area.

Pricing for the CX-70 has not been disclosed, but it’s expected to be slightly lower than the CX-90, which starts at $40,970 for the base model and $51,320 for the plug-in hybrid. The base price for the CX-70 might hover around $38,000, increasing to about $57,000 for a fully-equipped model. For comparison, the Honda Passport begins at $43,295, with its highest trim, the Black Edition, priced at $49,365. Another competitor, the Toyota Crown Signia, a 243-horsepower hybrid, is also in this segment, though its price has not been announced. The 2025 Mazda CX-70 is set to hit dealerships later this year.

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