2025 Mazda CX-90

I love my CX-90. I love the 360 camera and the infotainment system being controlled with a knob for the driver or touchscreen for the passenger. I have a 90 pound dog and she fits so well in the back with a third row folded down. I have never had issues with the entertainment system or the cars performance. There have been a couple recalls which were annoying to take to fix, but we’re not noticeable in my driving of the car. My husband likes the sport mode and zooming around back roads. The only thing I would change is not having ceiling or side vents in the passenger area. It can get hot in the summer and doesn’t cool off quickly with a rear facing car seat.

I really really wanted to love this car because I’ve been a Mazda loyalist from when I first started driving! Started with the hatchback and then moved to the Mazda cx-5 (x2) and now the cx-90. I’ve had a ton of issues with it but luckily covered by warranty but regardless is still a pain to deal with. We’ve had the headlights go out on a snowy night, we’ve had gear shifting issues, tire issues and even windshield washer fluid issues. Because of all the issues I’d be hesitant to get this car again. I also don’t love how there’s not much room for mom things - can’t tell you how many times the hand sanitizer has flown out of where the phone charging station is because I have no where else to put it. The cup holders are also way too small. All that to say, things I like. It’s a Mazda! My dealership has been fantastic in helping with all the issues. Also love the exterior. Trunk space is what I need when the 3rd row is down. The bench is just big enough to squeeze our 70 lb dog between the 2 car seats (although he prefers to have the 3rd row to himself). Hoping later years of the car have less issues than mine!

I just leased a Mazda CX-90 PHEV and have only had it for a few days, so these are definitely early impressions. I chose the base model for cost reasons, and while I absolutely love how the car looks and how luxurious it feels even in the base trim there are a few things that really bother me. The biggest one is the lack of keyless entry. With kids, I don’t always have my keys in my hand, so having to take them out to unlock the car is surprisingly annoying. I also really wish it had a power liftgate. With kids, this is a big downside, especially at this price point. Another thing I find annoying is that you need to plug your phone in to use Android Auto. I’m sure it’s something I’ll get used to, but coming from a car where I didn’t have to plug in my phone, I definitely miss that convenience. On the positive side, the car feels incredibly luxurious for a base model. It’s spacious and very comfortable for my family. I have two kids in booster seats, and they have plenty of room. I don’t really need the third row, so for me it’s mainly useful for extra storage or the occasional carpool. I also absolutely love the PHEV. That’s probably the biggest standout for me and a major reason I wanted this car. Overall, I really like the CX-90 and I’m happy with my choice. I ultimately chose it over the Kia Sorento and Hyundai Santa Fe because I preferred Mazda as a brand. However, for a vehicle at this price point, I do feel that some of the technology and convenience features are lacking. Compared with other brands at a similar price, you can definitely get more features in a base model. The cost difference per month for another trim didnt make any sense for me as I drive less than 15km a day.

I’ve had my Mazda CX-90 for a while now, and there are a few things I really love about it that I think are worth mentioning, especially for anyone looking at 3-row SUVs. The third row is probably my favorite feature. I’m 5’9” and can comfortably sit back there for a long period of time without feeling cramped. My knees aren’t pushed up to my chest because the third row isn’t sitting directly on the wheelbase, which makes a huge difference. There are cup holders, charging ports, and surprisingly good legroom—even when you have full-size adults sitting in the second row. My only wish for the third row would be ceiling vents and better ventilation back there. That said, the second-row vents do a surprisingly good job of keeping the entire vehicle comfortable, so it hasn’t been a deal breaker for us. I also LOVE how this thing drives. It’s zippy, handles really well, and doesn’t feel like I’m driving a giant tank. I test drove a LOT of 3-row SUVs before choosing the CX-90, and ultimately the way it drove was what sold me. It felt much more responsive and enjoyable than many of the other 3-row options I tried. The biggest downside for me is definitely the technology/infotainment system. If you have an iPhone, you get the touchscreen experience, but with Android, you don’t get the same functionality and the system relies more heavily on the control dial. The dial works, but navigating through everything can feel a little clunky. Thankfully, there’s Google voice activation, so I’ve found myself using that quite a bit, and because of that, the technology hasn’t been a deal breaker for me. Overall, I really, really like this vehicle. For me, the combination of a genuinely usable third row and a fun driving experience is hard to beat. I know every vehicle has its compromises, but the CX-90 has been a great fit for us.

For just having two kids, I love this car! It’s very comfortable to drive and all of the cameras make parking a breeze. There’s plenty of second row space with the captains chairs and the doors open wide to make it easy to get in and out. I like the combo of knobs and touchscreen for apple car play and climate control. We knew we would generally keep the third row down to allow plenty of trunk storage space, but that wouldn’t work for all families. With the third row up, the trunk is pretty small. I do wish there was more ventilation in the back.

This car was great to drive and looked super cool. I had the PHEV which I felt was a waste because it did not give more than 12 miles ish. The fuel economy was great. Lack of ceiling vents was terrible. Rear seat space for car seats also terrible

My biggest complaint with the Mazda cx 90 is the lack of upper vents in the second and third rows. Having rear facing car seats in the second row, it’s hard for the car to cool down.

I have not tried to put a car seat in the third row but surely it is not possible, a small adult has trouble getting back there. My husband is 6”3 and has difficulty with any car seat behind him except the Graco slim3x. We have captain’s chairs and I regret that because if we need to sit with the kids we have to use the third row and then have no trunk space. I find the wireless CarPlay horrible on this car, it cuts out all the time. The wireless charger is very sensitive, but there is no where else to put your phone. Vent on the floor in the second row make it so putting stuff on the floor in the winter is a problem, it will melt your stuff. The vents in the corners by the doors in the front are very awkward shaped and we always hit our knee or shoulder on them when getting in the car or cleaning the floor.