How & Why Mazda created the CX-90 PLUG IN HYBRID with Dave Coleman

The Master of All Technobabble at ‪@MazdaUSA‬ North America & President of Grumpy Old Man Racing, Dave Coleman is back! This time, Dave goes on a deep technical dive of how the Mazda engineering team created a PHEV version of the Mazda CX-90. He shares insight that involves Mazda history, commonalities with Porsche EVs as well as who the Mazda CX-90 PHEV is NOT meant for!
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[@IceDree]

Gotta love it when Coleman starts geeking out.

[@MotoManTV]

I am a sponsor of his court appointed work release program. He gets one day out of the home a month and the state pays me to let him talk:)

[@IceDree]

@@MotoManTV hahahahahaha Don't sign off on his final release until Mazda starts selling an ICE-powered Iconic SP. ;)

[@uncleshrek32]

Dave Coleman everyone!! 🎉🎉🎉

[@ssr1680]

Dave Coleman has a lot of explaining to do. Why did the get the US get a CX 70(CX 90 with 5 seats )instead of the CX 60? And when is the new Mazda 6/7 Sedan coming out?

[@slscamg]

There isn’t going to be a sedan coming out. Not enough volume anymore to justify the huge expense. But I agree that the 2 row CX-90 was a total fail

[@ssr1680]

@@slscamg They need it. Don't do what Ford has done there paying for it now!

[@Dimi373]

The CX60 is a failure here in Europe. Not in sales, but that vehicle have some massive reliability issues.

[@panzer_TZ]

On the AutoGuide Podcast, the Mazda rep basically said that CX-60 was too close to the CX-5 and CX-50 in terms of interior space, and that North American buyers would likely be disappointed with it. The CX-70 is a 5 seat CX-90 because they wanted to maximize the space behind the 2nd row vs competitors and that North American buyers like big vehicles anyway. The rep mentioned that the X5 and VW Atlas Cross Sport were some of the competitors they were looking at.

[@DM72513]

The CX-60 is barely larger inside than a CX-5 and CX-50 is why.

[@d.j.cantelli8074]

Great review that touches upon things that no other review does. Fully explains and confirmed few things that I assumed and had heard about. Nice work.

[@SB-ed4gz]

I’m always happy when Motoman makes Dave Coleman episodes. I want my next car to be CX-70 I6, because I travel a lot and go into unpacked road with lots of stuff in the back.

[@Stinger430]

I really want a new rear-drive Mazda 6 with the straight 6 engine. There's a demand for it in other parts of the world besides North America. Besides, all the premium brands have sedans, wagons and coupes. Mazda should offer them as well, not just mom-mobiles.

[@vitreoushumor]

HEAR THIS MAZDA. As a 6 owner now I want one too.

[@torocars9227]

Ask Coleman his picks for used Mazda for a daily driver. Good entry point to the brand for those people trying to balance high interest rates and increasing bills on everything. Ty

[@PaulCuenin]

Very interesting. Excited about Mazdas future hybrids/electrics.

[@aurorajones8481]

I hope the question is asked... "So. Why are there so many Benley's here?" *looks around*

[@chandrashekharputcha7550]

Some of the subtle things like the tail lights are not extended from CX90 inline6 to the PHEV. Then, you have the space made out for the turbo unit anyway, then why not add jt to the 2.5 lt unit. It may help with both power and consumption

[@cdoon13]

Great review and in depth explanation, have you heard of any recalls on this specific model?

[@DM72513]

The PHEV is the one we chose and the powertrain is incredibly versatile. The one thing I don't really hear mentioned by reviewers (or even by you Dave) is how it behaved in Sport mode. It feels incredibly powerful with instant power and torque when you want to drive spiritedly or merge on a highway. Then you can go right back in to EV mode. The TCU update helped the EV only acceleration greatly.

[@d.j.cantelli8074]

I agree completely and have mentioned the same thing. My favorite thing about this car is the drive mode versatility. And yes in sport mode this thing moves out! Fun to drive especially for a large vehicle. Cam you please explain to me what the TCU update is? I want to make sure I take advantage.

[@FreshTillDeath56]

Whats up, Dave? Good to see ya doin' well!

[@msalvag]

Why does Europe get the Mazda 3 mild hybrid but not North America?

[@aurorajones8481]

Please please please for the love of GOD give us the Iconic Mazda SP as recently shown. 🙏

[@Steven-en6uu]

I could've been really smart like Dave Coleman but he already is so why would I bother?

[@Yourooteeah]

Can you ask Dave Coleman if the grind noise when shifting from 1st to 2nd is normal to hear on the phev?

[@garyclark6747]

Nice to hear a different perspective especially when Motoman is wrong. 😁🤣 9:01

[@charliewilson3528]

I'm just curious why not a bigger battery option?

[@St3vo13]

Question and comment for Dave - why are there so few colours (mostly just neutrals) for the ND MX-5? Please please please offer some more bright blues, greens, yellows etc in the upcoming years.

[@springertube]

Great question, this has been a confounding situation... such limited and oftentimes meh palette, and not necessarily the colors that you would think for a roadster. For instance BRG or whatever they have called it over the years (decades) has been reserved for rare anniversary or last year production types, when you would think it would be a regular color, especially mated with with a tan top and saddle interior. Wth? Also a lighter green, a lighter blue, not Motoman's candy apple blue (sorry) but more medium grey-blue (something European) than they've had. I forget what gen MX-5, but they had a one year I think sort of medium copper with a tan top that was very distinctive also, that was very striking because of its different-ness. I'd like to see some of these things good, old school classic non-metallic as well, something Cooper-once their signature treatment--oddly got away from as well.

[@maqnthreez]

Dave has one considering Mazda

[@Unchainedmaple888]

It would be great if Mazda would make a Made In Japan Spirit Racing CX-30. In my area due to bad weather and bad roads, I need extra ground clearance and a Spirit Racing CX-30 would be like the Kona N and people loved the Kona N despite it being a crossover. Also, if Mazda could release the CX-50 hybrid already, that'd be great

[@M09O1O]

I am still waiting for the european 3.0 Inline 6 Skyactive X for the CX 60 before I buy the Mazda

[@kenmenezes4093]

Got the PHEV. Find the steering very stiff, the ride & seat quite hard. The tranny needs tuning , jerks at low speed. Takes a lot getting use to.

[@valdius85]

Dave is great. Not sure he’s right or just selling snake oil, but I still enjoyed every single episode with him. 😂

[@shreyasghanta]

The biggest problem with cx90 is seat configuration. I shouldn't be forced to live with a two seat second row if I want premium features. Some days I want to take my family of 5 on a trip and load the trunk with lots of stuff. Sometimes I want to take guests along with us. You cannot do this with cx90 premium plus trim.

[@leeraymer166]

Then the CX-70 is definitely for you. It will be the same size as the CX-90 with seating for five and just a bench in the second row instead of captain’s chairs.

[@susansammy5448]

Interesting that Dave says in heavy traffic, he gets over 30 miles BEV... (6:25)

[@ckm-mkc]

Is that interior color @2:44 currently available in the PHEV? I have not seen it on the build configs..... If so, I might actually put in an order as black is just an immediate no.

[@DM72513]

It's not available on the PHEV but the greige interior is. The Greige is in the Preferred and Premium and it's the choice we went with because it matches the light headliner and still keeps some of the black on the dash trim and center armrest.

[@d.j.cantelli8074]

The white leather interior in the premium plus is so slick. We have the same combo as shown in this review ...white on white. Beautiful.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

Is it possible for Mazda to make a conventional hybrid instead of needing Toyota's hybrid system? It would be the PHEV but without the large heavy battery since it's explained that the car will act as a normal hybrid when the battery is nearly depleted.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

Mazda should really just bring the CX-60 to America

[@Steven-en6uu]

CX-30 fanboy here but Mazda swung and missed by answering a question that no one asked, that new dogleg left shifter. How is that better?

[@NeedSpeedRC]

What’s the reason behind the 2nd row flip out cup holder in a family SUV? I can’t believe it passed any user test. Other than that, good car.

[@JackSmith-qi7dr]

Cost saving. I do agree with you that is weak.

[@electrikoptik]

Fun fact: Dave Coleman is not related to legendary bodybuilder Ronnie Coleman.

[@rustynail7866]

I’m shocked. The resemblance is uncanny.

[@anthonyzuccaro1]

Wrong.

[@noopynnus]

This vs the new Toyota Land Cruiser is the true debate for me

[@Rockybalboa541]

not even close to the same type of vehicle. Offroad vs on road

[@kennedymcfarland2981]

EV system and engine get very confused at low speeds. I own a 2023 BMW 330e and a 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV premium plus and Mazda has some work to do with the smoothness of the power train. Obviously it should get better but I have to point out 1st gen issue.

[@d.j.cantelli8074]

Agreed. The trans needs refinement. I have learned it's something we need to live with and it's not a deal breaker since many other things are so great . The thing that bothers me more is the fact that we keep hearing a crunching sound coming form the suspension. Mentioned it to dealers and they keep lubricating it but it keeps coming back. Anyone else have this issue?

[@AdditionSupplyDepotsRequired]

Coleman keeps teasing his secret projects...better not be a two row Miata.

[@lanla6838z]

Take out the 2.5 and put the inline 6 and call it CX-90 MPS.

[@aurorajones8481]

"Master of All Technobabble Mazda North America" Is that really his job title? 🤔 Show me your business card 🤨

[@aurorajones8481]

Great show

[@MotoManTV]

It's FAR more interesting than his real title:)

[@Zeek509]

Im more interested in knowing the reasoning (or lack thereof) behind the lazy CX-70. Im still irritated and disappointed with it and I would like answers!