2025 Mazda CX-70 -- Is This a Mainstream BMW X5?? (Hands-On)

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After much rumor and a long wait, Mazda has finally unveiled the NEW 2025 CX-70! This two-row offering is looking to add tons of luxury to its segment, just as the CX-90 did last year! So, is this CX-70 bound to be a big hit? Or should you buy the new competition: the Toyota Crown Signia, Hyundai Santa Fe, or Volkswagen Atlas Cross? Go ahead: CLICK to find out :) Also, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tap the notification bell if you enjoyed this review -- it helps us more than you can imagine!
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0:00 Intro
0:41 Detailed Exterior Walkaround
5:07 Interior Design & Technology
10:40 Rear Seats & Cargo
14:40 Powertrain
16:40 Pricing and Availability
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[@CarConfections]

Thanks for watching our First Look! To clarify, this is the same exact length as the CX-90 minus the small revisions to the bumpers. Also, if you're looking to buy a CX-70 or any new vehicle, go to carconfections.com/new-car-quotes to learn about invoice pricing and get the BEST PRICE on vehicles in your local area!

[@Voluwest]

I saw both and the CX 70 looks like a smaller version of a CX 90

[@keska01]

They didn’t even remove the 3rd row armrest and cupholders :O

[@MrPootzen]

Good, they're perfect for car camping! 🥳

[@keska01]

@@MrPootzen😂

[@sheldonduffy9442]

I think they realized those can be quite useful. Have you ever had a bottle bounce around in the back of your hatch?

[@nickstark8640]

This comment on the CX-70 is no reflection on the two of you. You are some of the best reviewers by far. What’s disappointing is Mazda just gave us a CX-90 with the 3rd row removed. Essentially that’s all it is. Unless there is a substantially lower price on the CX-70 (which there won’t be) why would you buy that over a CX-90. Especially since most owners of the CX-90 have the 3rd seat folded down to maximize luggage space.

[@smok3sho587]

Because it 1. Weighs a lot less 2. Better on gas 3. Give you extra cargo room 4. Be quicker 5. Less things to break

[@nickstark8640]

@@smok3sho587 you must work for Mazda. All I’m saying is the extremely minor differences don’t justify a new model designation

[@tommy13965]

@@smok3sho587😂😂😂 here is your cx70 minus 10 pounds you will gain 1 mpg 😂😂😂😂😂😂 sorry I had to do it so disappointed with Mazda should have done it right and brought the cx60 over from Japan.

[@JustHitRecord_]

i'll wait for the CX-68.5

[@ELP1125]

😂

[@mpv9137]

Most of these reveal videos all fail to say off the top that this is not the "new" model that most Mazda fans were hoping for. It's a CX-90 with a new trim package.

[@TheGamingAudiophile]

Because they suck up to the brands to maintain their early access privileges.

[@slicunit]

@@TheGamingAudiophile -Guys c'mon. You've been doing this since you were 12 years old. Be Honest. This car is a dud.

[@hoo320]

Don’t trust these reviews, they were all bought and paid by the manufacturer.

[@phillipsmall7674]

Nothing to see here folks. The nasty rumors have been confirmed. It's a CX-90 without the third row.

[@secangkirkopiii]

Don't care. Still gonna watch it 😢

[@XDMIIIIIIIII]

Exactly same size?

[@mw4180]

And what were people expecting?

[@tmyere.]

A new suv with a complete different body design

[@saeednrzadeh4754]

I was expecting a cx5 size. Cx5 needs a refresh.

[@schillage8]

If this is the same size as the cx90, it will be a miss by mazda

[@WScott-gd2mj]

It is -- on both counts

[@schillage8]

The black with red leather looks like it may be the cx70 version of the carbon edition

[@kencoleman8929]

Couldn't I just leave the 3rd row folded in my CX90? 🤔🤔🙄

[@sleepcycle8032]

I was excited for the CX-70 because the CX-5 feels a bit too cramped compared to competitors. With it going a bit upstream in luxury I'm hoping that there will still be some afforadability in lower trims without sacrificing too many options. The black door handles and wheel surrounds on U.S. spec is a bit dissapointing too. Looking forward to seeing more later this year regarding pricing and trim levels.

[@Genuinelycuri0us]

agreed.. cx5 is cramped. was hoping the 70 was kinda like a cx5, but had the space of a CRV

[@michaelvella8511]

After all this time waiting for the CX70 I find out that this is a CX90 without the third row........Disappointed and angry at how lazy Mazda is.

[@alc5943]

Disappointed I was hoping the CX60 version

[@Anonymous-so4nl]

They could’ve moved the 2nd row a bit more to the back…

[@christianx2k]

you can slide the rear outboard seats

[@pklemm1]

This reminds me of how the Dodge Demon has a seat delete option 😂. Instead Mazda gave it a different name, thinking this is a new vehicle.

[@FunAtDisney]

Same as Honda Pilot and Passport!

[@michaelp.3485]

Not even close but whatever.​@@FunAtDisney

[@thejcs04]

Nice review, fellas. I do have to say, this is absolutely identical in dimensions and look (other than front and rear fascias) to the CX-90 but with the deletion of the third row. What a disappointment, Mazda! We should have gotten the "Americanized" version of the CX-60 sold overseas - this is truly its own vehicle. The CX-70's interior is identical to that of the CX-90's so this is nothing special or unique, other than color offerings. Mazda has bamboozled us!

[@royrussinger2104]

Its a cx 90 with 2 rows of seats, very disappointing. 200" is just to long .

[@nickabbatiello828]

Amazing video of the all new Mazda CX-70!! Great job Drew and Mason!!!

[@darriontunstall3708]

I love it, it’s very nice! I love the red interior!! Awesome

[@chiemekaa]

Something looks amiss. Australia has a proper CX-70. This clearly is a 2-row CX-90. I know everyone is trying to save cost, but come on Mazda.

[@cablebrain9691]

I wouldn’t mind if Mazda offered this as a different CX-90 trim level, but from what’s been presented here, it certainly doesn’t appear to be a new model. I sure hope they discount it significantly from the CX-90.

[@brooksfunke9392]

I love watching Raiti's Rides and then watching Car Confections, and seeing them both in the same exact garage reviewing the same vehicle, and yet I still watch both videos lol. I wonder if they have met eachother, they should do a video together for sure

[@CarConfections]

Thank you! We see each other often at car events and one day we will hopefully collab!

[@trustandbelieve9173]

Hate Raiti’s rides , no one gives two shits about door panels, front bumper and all other useless stuff he talks about. His videos are very stale and boring 😅! Forrest Autos is hands down the best reviewer. He does it in less than 60 seconds

[@stevemcurtis]

​@@trustandbelieve9173Forrest Autos hasn't reviewed a car in over a year?

[@AndresSalazarAutos]

I just bought a 2024 CX-5, but I can see replacing it in a few years with one of these

[@jsfbay1]

What I want to know more than anything (for performance reasons) is how much lighter is it than the CX-90 without that 3rd row?

[@etotherescue2010]

What if you don't need a third row? Well you can just fold it down? Right?

[@josephpayton9151]

Its nice, but you can’t tell me this isn’t cx-90 without the 3rd row 💀. It looks nice as hell don’t get me wrong especially with the black on red color scheme. This is more like a Cx-90 sport than a “CX-70. Kind of like what VW did with the atlas and Atlas CS.

[@th003g]

At least the CrossSport has a slightly different roofline and is 5 inches shorter, this is the same exact body with restyled bumpers.

[@senorgato70]

That's EXACTLY what this is, a CX-90 with different front and rear bumpers, blackout trim, and no 3rd row.

[@luxman999]

CX-70 is nothing more than CX-90 minus 3rd row seats with slight style change. Totally confusing and redundant lineups. Both are basically fighting for exact same buyers. I love Mazda and my wife loves her CX-5 Carbon. While Mazda has great design/engineering team, their marketing team totally sucks. They should've made CX-70 slightly shorter with full off-road capability, just like what Lexus has done with their new GX550.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This such a great review of this vehicle bro.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you, friend!

[@BigAltimaEnergy719]

I'm sorry but this a first time Mazda actually made a disappointing model, It really doesn't make sense to give a new model name just because of a 3rd row seat delete, we've been waiting all year for a supposedly widened CX-60 and more similar sized to a BMW X5 or a Mercedes GLE

[@MrPootzen]

definitely an improvement to the infotainment system, still looks like they pasted a Nintendo Switch on the dash 😅 85 inch cargo depth is VERY impressive

[@cameronmcintosh2049]

On today’s episode of “don’t bother” we have Mazda and their “all new” CX70…. Which is not just a CX90…

[@alainpaquin627]

I could see myself behind the wheel of a 2025 Mazda CX-70 GS (base model with 280 hp inline 6). Naturally, I'll wait and see the pricing and incentives. Keep the good work. 🙂

[@claytonhenry5827]

I have a CX-90 PHEV. I love it. But this 70 is basically yet another set of trim levels for the 90. Complete with fake vents.

[@cablebrain9691]

Does Alexa work to voice-control the infotainment system without a network connection? This is important, since they didn’t move the screen forward. Do the rear seats recline? Tow rating? Is there any real advantage to buying this, as opposed to the CX-90? Or did they just pop the 3rd row seats out? I would have preferred that Mazda shortened the overall length a bit.

[@ChowDownDetroit]

Love you guys! Can you start doing rear window tests in your reviews. Just to see if the rear window goes all the way down? My Two Gold Retrievers will thank you for it. :)

[@MrPootzen]

Great idea, I haven't see any car reviewers who do this.

[@ChowDownDetroit]

@@MrPootzen There is one that does for every review. Micah Muzio! He does family friendly car reviews. They always do a "rear window test"

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! When we take our thumbnail, we have to roll the rear window down so thats a great way to tell and Ill pass along to Mason to mention it

[@MrPootzen]

@@CarConfections oh yeah, that's right! 😊

[@lane5686]

Mazda should’ve given North America the CX-60 instead 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@SrJackquito]

Fully agree… This will cause issues with those buying a CX90 that could have gotten the same look for less

[@michellepang7931]

I don't know why everyone is complaining. This is exactly what I'm looking for. No need for 3rd row and need large cargo space and head height to cart around my 115 pound dog. I would imagine there are many large dog owners who also see the value of having this option. I can't wait!

[@valdiswallace830]

I wonder if i can order the Canada spec with the body color door handles and wheel finders.

[@bach858]

Love it. We are family of 4, have cx-9 for nearly 6 years now, and chevy traverse. I tell you, we used 3rd row in last 6 years only 3 (!) times. So depending on the price of this cx-70, we might trade our horses to two of these in a couple of tears. Love 2nd row bench, huge trunk and mighty new engine. Will wait for 2nd or 3rd year in production before picking it up, though.

[@th003g]

Aka: Cx90 Sport third row delete, pricing this the same will be the death knell, why not just get the 3 row?

[@smok3sho587]

Because 3 rows weigh a lot more cost more will be worse on gas?

[@th003g]

@@smok3sho587 this is a cx90 without the 100lb third row. No different in size. Minimal weight difference. It's not like this will be 300lbs lighter. It's also no shorter thus is a 200+ inch long 2 row crossover evey other one is around 195 inches.

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent video as always!😸

[@paobulous]

Will alexa work on apple carplay

[@Thisishard2333]

It’s rare if you can find one, but your best option on the CX90 is a mid row bench seat.The captain chairs are just not comfortable.The bench with the pull out armrest is so much roomier.I found 2 in my area , but unfortunately they had white interiors

[@aeri6968]

Does the second row recline?

[@hellkitty1014]

Very nicely done. I like the direction that Mazda is taking with their large CUV. Sort of what Jeep is doing with offering a 2 and 3 row version of GC, this will prove to be a great decision on their behalf. Not everyone needs the 3 row, and I think the proportions seem better here vs the 3row. Mazda is furthering their blend of mainstream and luxury very well. While X5/GLE buyers may scoff at going to a Mazda, I can see some Lexus and Volvo buyers going with the CX-70.

[@BigAltimaEnergy719]

At least the GC had actual difference between the 2 row and row model, with length and cargo area, and also the GC L still offers a V8, this is just plain lazy marketing that a loss of third row can justify a different name

[@davidmorgan2964]

Curious does the CX70 or CX90 have rain sensing wipers?

[@mkdijkstra4855]

does these doors, like the cx60 sound hollow when closing?

[@crawfordjason]

Dear Mazda, If you expect people to buy your top trim versions of the CX-90 and CX-70 on either 3.3 inline six or PHEV, you can’t leave the lower trim and cladding around the wheels unfinished. They need to be painted body color or the cars look like a cheap rental car spec. You paint them on the Canadian spec cars, why short us in the USA? I refuse to pay $60,000 for a top trim car that looks like the base model. I’m sure I’m not alone on this.

[@georgegiorgio]

Still non Tesla plug on the PHEV?

[@MrPootzen]

not until 2025 officially, but they might offer an adapter for the PHEV in the meantime

[@HRCfan17]

I like it. Mazda offering what not many others do. A large 2 row.

[@carskid-hb4bw]

can you make a video about the range rover sv signiture 🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@FunAtDisney]

Overall I am very impressed with what Mazda has done with the CX90 and this CX70. I don’t get all the negative comments and I wonder how many have even driven a CX90 (as comparison to the CX70 for the moment). Well I have, both the top trim CX90 and the PHEV version and I have to tell you they are very impressive. What so many comments here miss is exactly what these guys are pointing out: Mazda is going after the premium/sport market of BMW, Audi and even Mercedes with the engine options (better mileage!), handling and up-market luxury and they are doing so at Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander prices. A BMW x5 by comparison would be $15-$20K more than this CX70!

[@jackp2563]

You’re impressed with what Mazda did with CX-70 ?? Can you elaborate what parts of CX-70 are so impressive in your eyes ?

[@FunAtDisney]

@@jackp2563 I have driven the CX90 (both standard and PHEV) not the CX70 yet. So I will give that one. However, I re-watched Car Confections video on the CX90, and of course this one and they said several times this CX70 is basically a 2-row version of the CX90. And both the exterior and wonderful interior seem to confirm that. What impressed my on the CX90 was honestly just about everything. I love the design of it (yes - that is subjective!) but the ride, the handling, the fit and finish was outstanding. The interior and all the tech was easily up there with Mercesdas - at $20K-$30 less (the top trim and the PHEV were both under $60K and just a tiny bit over the price of a top trim Honda Pilot. Oh and much better gas mileage than Honda which still only has one 3.6L engine choice. That is really what I was comparing it to. I have a 2020 Pilot EX-L and when the lease was up 6 months ago I took a hard look at the 2024 Pilot. I am not a huge Mazda fan (I did have 3 of the rotary Mazdas years ago), but because the dealership near me also owns other dealerships I am on their “list” and was sent an invitation to test drive the CX90, and a great lease offer. BTW: I have leased 7 Hondas and one Pacifica over the years. I ended up just purchasing my Pilot a few months ago mainly because Honda’s current rules were I can either trade it in for a new Honda or Acura, or purchase it. They had never. done that before but because the market is so tight for used cars they implemented that.I only had 30K miles on it and my credit union valued it about $12K over what my buyout was. So it all made sense. I am someone that I look at everything when it is time my leases were up. I never discount anything regardless of make of price. Mazda has basically focused now on the luxury market but at Honda and Toyota prices. And better warranties than both. Whether or not you are in the market -take a look! You might be surprised as I was.

[@TheKingkingg]

Can't be a BMW if it says Mazda. Looking good inside and outside

[@KyleMurphy3110]

The Honda Passport (5-seat) costs more than the Honda Pilot (3rd row). I wouldn't assume the CX-70 will cost less than the CX-90

[@user_uif_ghg_wer_das]

Sure with removing one row seat

[@derrekb4501]

can someone tell why Mazda decided "premium" means your get a keyfob size of the original cell phone? Seriously they really think i wanna carry a 5oz key in my pocket?

[@NealKanter]

Been waiting to replace and upgrade my cx50. Unfortunately Mazda is now out.

[@jj5515]

Fingers crossed, the redesigned cx5 for 2025 will be impressive. I am curious as to what the nameplate will change to match the other models. Cx30 to Cx40 ???, Cx50, Cx70, Cx90

[@jj5515]

Mazda could’ve just bought this out at the same time as cx90 lol 😆 I get it, marketing purposes they needed to hype cx70

[@jre617]

What's going on Mazda? you should ask. This is simply the CX-90 with 3rd row delete. You should dispense with the nonsense and say what it is. This is disappointing. I was hoping for the Euro CX-60, The 90 is nice, but is too big for me.

[@jre617]

@@saintgregory88 The point is, this is not a new model. I will say, not bringing the CX-60 to the US market is a mistake. I, for one, would have seriously considered it.

[@johnphelan6623]

No rear pilot seat option? 😢

[@raymondgraber9629]

They should have split the size difference between Cx60 and Cx90 to match the X5, that would have been perfect.

[@MrOktsx]

CX-90 - 3rd row + new bumper covers = CX-70

[@megankelly4311]

If you dont need the 3rd row, you just fold them. Its as simple as that! last I checked it took me less than 5 sec to do it. You dont need a pretend "new" car for that. Well its basically same car with 3rd row chopped off BUT not the 3rd row arm rest and cup holder. Sorry to those who "does not need a 3rd row", you will have to live with 3rd row left over. Hope its not bothering you at the back of your mind.

[@Thwompcrew]

Pretty disappointed. Why not just offer the 90 with a two row option and save the cx-70 name for our unavailable Mazda vehicles in the US

[@rayavlogs]

❤❤❤

[@SniffenProductions]

Drove the CX90 and while interior is quite nice but the ride is stiff and rough and PHEV drivetrain it clunky. They need to refine.

[@Thisishard2333]

The CX90 S turbo looks more like a luxury vehicle compared to the CX70 which has that sport look.

[@meetthemastiffstv]

Wait theres no awd option?!

[@CarConfections]

It should come standard with AWD

[@saeednrzadeh4754]

I was expecting cx70 at the size Cx5.

[@kevinmceachron501]

I’m gonna be honest I love this but I think Mazda should of drop this first then offer a bigger cx 90

[@amill1563]

Did you guys get to say hello to Raiti's Rides?

[@CarConfections]

We had separate time slots this time but we see each other often!

[@pauls055]

Swing and a miss by Mazda which is such a disappointment. To just rebadge the CX90 is lazy. Would have been better to have based it on the European CX60 or they could have evolved the CX9 and remove the 3rd row. Didn't even make it a sport back like the Honda Passport or the VW Atlas Cross Sport. Really think they missed out on a great opportunity.

[@user-cj7dv2kc6d]

90 without 3rd row. Kind of silly. They all look pretty nice though.

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

This is one clean vehicles I get my hands on.

[@WScott-gd2mj]

Most 2 row shoppers are not going to want something this big. If same dimensions as CX90 (which it is), this whale is 7 inches longer than an X5, 6 inches wider and 1 inch shorter. Heck, it's even an inch longer than a 3-row Honda Pilot! No thanks. Give me an updated CX5 with a hybrid option and we can talk.

[@ipnarrowcast]

For Pete's sake, I just don't understand the logic of this vehicle. What is it's purpose as a different model from the CX90? It's virtually identical. Wouldn't it have made more sense to have just given the CX90 and option for two rows instead of designating a whole new vehicle name? I was eagerly waiting for Mazda to provide a smaller vehicle with two rows that had premium appointments and the inline 6 with rear drive. So disappointed here. Why didn't we get the CX60 in the USA? You already had the vehicle completed. Mazda is convoluting their lineup with big missteps like this. You have no vehicles for me. CX5 is too small. CX50 does not fit my needs. CX90 is too big and expensive. I wanted the CX70 as a US twin to the CX60 and you completely ignored that segment of buyers. What is your answer to this?

[@lilpeppa117G]

Omg it’s beautiful 😊

[@LoisLeonora]

Such a nice ride.

[@mikeblack6953]

Kind of funny how all the auto reviewers are reviewing the same car they cant drive in a pecking order.

[@saeednrzadeh4754]

It can never be a replacement for x5 with B58 engine and ZF trans.

[@carskid-hb4bw]

i love your Guys videos

[@CarConfections]

Thank you!

[@saintgregory88]

Lol. It is a cx90

[@denziiey]

this is the laziest or cheapest I've seen from a car manufacturer. Honestly it's obvious Mazda doesn't have the resources for their line up. This being the exact same size as the -90 is a big let down

[@inquisitor4635]

Needs foglights and a full size spare instead of pickle ball bins for the soy-based life forms.

[@OscarZheng50]

Mazda be cooking lately

[@vpr5562]

Is this CX-60 in EU?

[@CarConfections]

No, that model is significatly smaller

[@hollys636]

Not big on the red!

[@RC.Time-Crawlers]

There are no fog lights across the board. Huge fail on Mazda 👎

[@andresmattos7541]

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[@slicunit]

This Mazda looks nice, but it misses the mark completely. Those of us in the market wanted a sportier interior and altered exterior. Nothing about this SUV says all new, sportier, or buy me.

[@nithishjvj8736]

Same car, same size, seems to share the engines too, Mazda has an extra model just to offer a 3rd extra row, As someone from a region that has nothing much to do with Mazdas and Peugeots, i always thought them as some luxury brands like the big germans. Post 2016 Mazdas seemed that way until i realized those are just mainstream rivals to Hondas and Toyotas. (Not that those are cheaper brands) would say less expensive cars and much of consumer products unlike luxury products. With the addition 0 behind car names, Mazda seems to directly compete against the big boys. Guess they spice things a bit better in terms of drive train options, Rival cars have every options from, 4 and 6 cylinder turbo petrols and diesels to hybrids to Fire breathing V8s. Guess For a brand that just entered the luxury segment, Mazdas gotta fight a long way up.

[@tmyere.]

So thats the same thing as a Honda Pilot and Honda Passport. Got it!

[@cablebrain9691]

I don’t think so, because the Honda Passport is roughly 10-11 inches shorter than the Honda Pilot and the Mazda CX-90/70.

[@tmyere.]

@@cablebrain9691The body styles are very similar. Difference is just the lights.

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Ah, Mazda! They make some fantastic cars, don't they? The Mazda brand is known for its stylish designs, great performance, and innovative technology. Whether it's their sporty MX-5 Miata convertible, the practical Mazda3, or the versatile CX-5 SUV, Mazda offers a range of vehicles to suit different preferences and needs. Is there a specific Mazda model that catches your eye, King? Let me know, and I'll be happy to share more about it! 🚗😄

[@tmyere.]

Did yall also seen other car reviewers such as straightpipes, joe raiti?

[@CarConfections]

Yes, we see them often at car events and consider them friends!

[@tdkleffman]

"Is This a Mainstream BMW X5??" No, it's a CX-90 with no third row, nothing more, nothing less, except that seat!! It's pointless!

[@ELP1125]

Mazda is just making unnecessary models now. It's a CX-5 with a CX-90 grille and body

[@boozer74]

MASON...... YOU ARE TOO TOUNG TO DRESS LIKE A DAD....

[@stasstatham6116]

No chrome is spot on

[@user_uif_ghg_wer_das]

I lost all my respect to Mazda by fooling people with this cx-90.

[@partyanimal2017]

It will never be X5.