2025 Mazda CX-70 Premium

The CX-70 is a two-row midsize SUV that splits the difference between the CX-5 and the three-row CX-90, offering a roomier cabin without the third row. It squares off against the Honda Passport, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Nissan Murano, with a more driver-focused character than most of them. The CX-70 steers with the precision Mazda is known for, and the chassis stays composed on winding roads, though the ride can feel firm over sharp bumps. Inside, the cabin is trimmed with quality materials and offers generous cargo space behind the second row, plus a standard 12.3-inch infotainment display. The Premium is the plug-in hybrid CX-70, trading the gas models' higher horsepower for electric range and better around-town efficiency. Its 2.5L I4 plug-in hybrid makes 189 horsepower but 369 lb-ft of torque from the electric motor gives it punch off the line, and it returns 25 mpg combined. You can drive up to 26 miles on battery alone before the gas engine kicks in, which makes it a genuine commuter option.