2026 Mazda CX-90

The 2026 Mazda CX-90 is a luxury-leaning SUV with seating for up to eight, and this year, you can expect several changes and upgrades. Whether this is an upgrade for you or you've never driven a Mazda before, our friendly team at Autex Mazda wants to explain everything you need to know about this three-row vehicle. If you're wondering about changes made to the 2026 Mazda CX-90, this post is for you. We've also got you covered if you're curious about design, performance, and even safety. Stay tuned!

What Are the Changes in the 2026 CX-90?

Many things have changed with the 2026 Mazda CX-90, including:

3.3 Turbo S models now have a Premium Sport option with dark contrast exterior trim
All 2026 CX-90 models now feature Alexa technology
Polymetal Gray Metallic paint color is available

According to Mazda's official press release for the CX-90, this SUV will feel more connected, thanks to its hands-free Alexa voice commands and improved suite of infotainment. There will be more standard features as well, so across the lineup, people will feel up-to-speed when navigating, streaming music, or on the phone.

Elegant Exterior

One of Mazda's best features is its design. With the 2026 CX-90, you have a sleek, sporty, and low-profile car, all thanks to Mazda's signature KODO design. This takes inspiration from Japanese beauty and balance, and is a head-turner for those around you on (and off) the road. Whether you are in an entry-level trim or you're in the highest model, the CX-90 feels like a step beyond your "average" SUV.

Some of the exterior highlights for the 2026 CX-90:

LED headlights with auto on/off
LED combination taillight
Rain-sensing variable-intermittent windshield wipers
Body-colored power side mirrors with integrated LED turn signals
Heated side mirrors
Honeycomb front grille mesh with black finish
Black wheel arch molding
Black side molding
Rear privacy glass
19 x 8.5J aluminum alloy wheels with silver finish
P265/55 R19 all-season tires

Mazda KODO Design

The idea behind Mazda's KODO design is to bring life to design, with the official process being "A sketch becomes a clay model, and then a mold." This refers to the car design and production process, aiming to create the appearance of natural movement in a still object. Its Japanese elegance at its very best, which is exactly how Mazda tries to execute its designs.

Luxurious Interior

Looking at the inside of the 2026 Mazda CX-90, you will also feel the Japanese luxury that comes across on the outside of this SUV. As we mentioned before, this three-row vehicle offers seating for up to eight people, providing plenty of space to bring the whole group/family on a trip or become everybody's go-to carpool ride. Some of the features you can expect inside the 2026 CX-90 include:

Three-zone automatic climate control with pollen filter
Front door courtesy lights
Tilt & telescopic steering column
Remote fuel-door and hood release
Rearview mirror with manual day/night dimming
Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors with extension
Front center console armrest with storage and 2 USB (Type A) inputs
60/40 split fold-down and reclining 2nd-row bench seats
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Leatherette-trimmed seats
10.25-inch full-color center display
7-inch LCD meter display

Engine, Power, and Performance

For the engine, power, and performance specifications of the 2026 CX-90, there are two different output levels for its turbocharged 3.3-liter inline-six gas engine.

Standard e-SKYACTIV-G 3.3L Turbo engine

This is the standard gas engine available on the entry-level Mazda CX-90 trims.

Horsepower: 280 horsepower
Torque: 332 pound-feet
Fuel: Designed to run on regular 87-octane fuel.

High-output e-SKYACTIV-G 3.3L Turbo S engine

This more powerful version of the engine is included on the higher-end Mazda CX-90 trims.

Horsepower:
- 340 horsepower when using premium fuel
- 319 horsepower when using regular fuel
Torque: 369 pound-feet

0-60 MPH Times

The 0-60 MPH times for the 2026 Mazda CX-90 will be impressive, especially as you move into the higher-performance trims. The averages from testing are ~5.9 to 7.2 seconds, with the high-output models at just under six seconds and the standard engine at just over seven. For a three-row SUV, a time of under six seconds from 0-60 MPH is decent.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel economy of the 2026 Mazda CX-90 is going to be decent, especially considering this is a three-row SUV. Thanks to its powertrain, the CX-90 achieves the following EPA MPG:

City: 23 miles per gallon
Highway: 28 miles per gallon
Combined: 25 miles per gallon

With regular fuel, you spend less per gallon than with the premium formula, and this model's annual fuel costs range from $1,850 to $2,450, respectively.

What Are the 2026 Mazda CX-90 Trim Levels?

There are six unique trim levels to choose from with the 2026 Mazda CX-90. This series ranges from $38,800 to $57,370 in cost, so there will be differences in standard tech, design, comfort, and trim-specific features depending on which of the six models you get into.

3.3 Turbo Select

To kick off the 2026 Mazda CX-90 family, you have the 3.3 Turbo Select. With this specific vehicle, you have all the base features for $38,800. These include things like:

280-horsepower, e-SKYACTIV®-G 3.3-liter Turbo Inline 6 engine
LED headlights with auto on/off
LED daytime running lights
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support
Three-zone automatic climate control with pollen filter
Remote fuel-door and hood release
Illuminated entry system
4-way manual-adjustable front passenger seat
Leatherette-trimmed seats
10.25" full-color center display
7" LCD meter display

3.3 Turbo Preferred

The next Mazda CX-90 trim will be the 3.3 Turbo Preferred. This SUV retails for $42,950 and offers everything above, plus things like:

Power sliding-glass moonroof with tilt feature
Front center console armrest with storage and USB input (Type C), two front, two 2nd-row
8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support and 2-position memory
8-way power-adjustable front passenger seat
Leather-trimmed seats (1st and 2nd-row outboard seating positions)
Heated front/second-row seating
Ventilated front seats (3 levels)
Heated steering wheel
Wireless phone charger
12.3" full-color center display

3.3 Turbo Premium Sport

The next 2026 Mazda CX-90 on the list is the 3.3 Turbo Premium Sport SUV. With this vehicle, you have a starting MSRP of $46,980, and everything above, plus the following:

Sport/Off-road/Towing modes
Shark fin antenna
Power sliding-glass panoramic moonroof with tilt feature
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Auto Speed Limit Assist
Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink
Front and rear center console area
7/8-passenger seating capacity
Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound System with AudioPilot® and 12 speakers
Mazda Online Navigation
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription
12.3" fully digital LCD meter display

3.3 Turbo Premium Plus

Another 2026 Mazda CX-90 you can get into is the 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus. This model retails for $50,270 and offers much of what the above vehicle does, plus the following:

Adaptive Front-lighting System
Windshield wiper de-icer
Aluminum roof rails in satin chrome finish
Nappa leather-trimmed seats (1st and 2nd-row outboard seating positions)
Interior-matched door panel inserts with contrast stitching and piping

3.3 Turbo S Premium Sport

The next trim of the 2026 Mazda CX-90 is the 3.3 Turbo S Premium Sport. With this SUV, you get the faster engine output of 340 horsepower, plus some of these features for $53,940:

340-horsepower, e-SKYACTIV®-G 3.3-liter Turbo Inline 6 engine
Tilt-in-reverse function
Power tilt & telescopic steering column
Mazda Driver Personalization System

3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus

The final trim level for the 2026 Mazda CX-90 is the 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus, which costs $57,370 and includes every possible high-end feature in the lineup. You get the specifications mentioned above, plus:

Body-colored wheel arch molding
Body-colored side molding
Front and rear footwells
2nd-row center console with storage and 2 USB (Type C) chargers
7-passenger seating capacity
2nd-row captain's chairs with center console
Two-tone leather-wrapped steering wheel
Ventilated 2nd-row seats (3 levels)
Interior-matched faux suede door panel inserts with contrast stitching and piping

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

Safety and driver-assistance features are yet another stand-out for the newest Mazda CX-90. You can expect a safe car overall, thanks to things including standard:

Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go
Smart Brake Support
Blind Spot Monitoring with Vehicle Exit Warning
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Lane Departure Warning System with Lane-keep Assist
Rear Seat Alert
Driver Attention Alert
An anti-theft system

Warranty and Maintenance

The warranty and maintenance information for this year's CX-90 is something else our team at Autex Mazda wants to touch on. For warranty protection, Mazda offers the following:

New-Vehicle Limited Warranty: 3-year/36,000-mile
Powertrain Limited Warranty: 5-year/60,000-mile
24/7 Roadside Assistance Program: 3-year/36,000-mile

Maintenance will not be complimentary with the 2026 Mazda CX-90, although the new-vehicle warranty includes roadside assistance.

Reliability and Driving Experience

For the reliability and driving experience of the 2026 Mazda CX-90 SUV, you have an overall rating of 75/100 from J.D. Power, while the reliability-specific score sits at 65 out of 100. The driving experience scoring rises to an impressive 79, which is also worth noting.

How Does the 2026 Mazda CX-90 Compare vs. the Competition?

If you compare the 2026 Mazda CX-90 to the competition, you'll notice it feels more upscale than similarly sized and priced vehicles in its class. Some people compare it to a Kia Telluride, Honda Pilot, and Toyota Highlander, all of which it beats in design and prowess.

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