2025 Mazda CX-90 Preferred

The 2025 Mazda CX-90 is a three-row SUV that aims for a more premium feel than mainstream rivals like the Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. The CX-90 steers with unusual precision for a three-row crossover, and the chassis feels balanced and eager through corners. The ride is firm and controlled, which is the price of its handling, but it stays composed over most surfaces. The cabin is trimmed with upscale materials and a clean, driver-focused layout, with seating for up to eight depending on configuration. Standard tech includes a large infotainment display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a full suite of driver-assistance features. The Preferred is the entry-level plug-in hybrid CX-90, giving you the same 323 horsepower as the Premium Plus and Premium Sport PHEVs for thousands less. Its 2.5L I4 plug-in hybrid pairs with an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, and you can drive up to 26 miles of range before the gas engine kicks in, earning 25 mpg combined. The Preferred seats eight as standard, while the pricier PHEV trims drop to seven with second-row captain's chairs.