The 2024 Mazda CX-90 Turbo S Is An Upscale Family SUV For Driving Enthusiasts

For decades, Japanese company #Mazda has always placed a high emphasis on driving dynamics. That priority has always even extended to their 3-row family SUV, the CX-9. For 2024, the #MazdaCX90 replaces to the CX-9 and this #CX90TurboS is the most luxurious and powerful vehicle the company has ever produced. Motivated by a 340 HP turbo I-6 cylinder engine boosted by a small electric motor, this #CX90 is designed to be the new flagship vehicle for Mazda.
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[@theredline]

Happy Friday guys! Hope you all had a great week! Its been a few months since we first drove the CX-90 and we go over our impressions on this car after spending a week with one! Mazda also tells us they'll be sending us the PHEV version sometime next month for a week so expect an updated review on that as well! Hope you all have a great weekend! 😃

[@axela.7609]

I was looking for the third row/In-laws joke. Did not happen here lol.

[@normanli7085]

@@axela.7609 well technically compared to luxury midsize 3 row SUVs, the cargo space is similar, but the third row has an inch more headroom and legroom to where an average adult can fit with barely room to spare. Many others in the luxury class are too tight for adults

[@ameliaandaidensfunlife9924]

The long wheelbase means nothing to interior space, the hood is too long, the cabin is short, that's why it only has less than 80 cu ft when all back seats folded.

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building!!!

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

I would love to see some comparisons of the CX-90 vs (semi-) luxury competitors: CX-90 vs Genesis GV80 Acura MDX base engine (not Type S) Infiniti QX60 Volvo XC90 Audi Q7 base engine or PHEV Jeep Grand Cherokee L Lincoln Aviator Cadillac XT6 Land Rover Discovery Range Rover Sport PHEV BMW X5 / Mercedes GLE if they are offered with 7 seats, idk if they are

[@TfiveR]

LOVE what Mazda is doing, and couldn't be more excited to see what is to come from one of the best drivers car brands.

[@ArchYeomans]

Good brand. I can't wait to sell my Jeep and move away from the corrupt Stellantis group.

[@BrandonG8Man]

You want your cake and eat it too. You go on and on about the rear wheel drive “enthusiast” dynamics and then complain about it being less space efficient(missed opportunity). You simply can’t have the long hood, RWD proportions and have efficient packaging. If you want the most space, then you go for the FWD based Grand Highlander, Atlas, Telluride/Palisade. It isn’t a missed opportunity, it was a design decision.

[@kevtn8]

Exactly ! Space and cargo can only be compared to similar sized RWD Crossovers so maybe BMW, Mercedes or Audi that's it. People that care for space will opt for Toyota or Honda regardless. This was intentional design choice by Mazda knowing where they want to go now and in near future !

[@heNzVf20c]

And I like their decision. Order was place May 5th. Dealer said mines should be ready next week!

[@gaijinbot8135]

​@@trenton737CX-90 is bigger than the Explorer though, 156.5 passenger volume for the CX-90 and 152.7 for the Explorer. More space in the CX-90 for passengers.

[@goodfellatony84]

Yea definitely not a "missed opportunity ". Those vehicles that Sofyan is comparing to is of a different breed.. FWD and RWD proportions are VERY different.

[@jermainedouglas7301]

Compare it to the space in the current explorer

[@scottboyd8892]

I believe people forget about Mazda vehicles. This is very nice and I have seen a few other KZbin videos on this where they compared this vehicle against the like of a BMW and a Mercedes. It didn’t win, but was right there with them and $30k less. That is a win to me. The design is nice by being sporty and luxurious at the same time. If I needed the room, this would be a look and deserves a test drive to compare with other vehicles. The class it competes in has some strong competition and without actually driving I can’t say it is better. But it is really nice.

[@MattGarcyaDC]

past few months mazda sales have been increasing like crazy

[@scottboyd8892]

@@MattGarcyaDC I really believe they have increased due to the way KZbin creators have presented them. The word is getting out.

[@cory5525]

I like the interior but the back cargo door looks terrible 😢

[@tri3pleagent]

I think this is the best looking SUV in the class. Very nicely designed inside and out.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

It's the longer dash-to-axle ratio from the RWD set up that makes it look so good.

[@thomas735]

I agree, I’d say the pilot and the telluride are 2nd and 3rd.

[@naveenthemachine]

This looks just as good as the aviator and gv80

[@robertwise1411]

all of you need your eyesight checked

[@Simon-oq6ds]

Very good looking vehicle but the back is kinda ungainly. I like the look of the CX-9 better from C-pillar on back.

[@KhrissyDaDon]

This may not have the most interior room, but I’ll give it to Mazda for thinking about materials, driving feel, colors and design!

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

These things doesn't matter in this class !! Space is needed

[@KhrissyDaDon]

@@ibrahimbashir6634 I really dislike, when someone comes under an opinionated comment and say something!

[@heNzVf20c]

Not everyone cares about space. I’m a driving enthusiast. I care about driving dynamics and my family is growing so I need a vehicle with a third row. In the cx90’s price range, IMO I believe it looks and handles better than the other vehicles in this category. So that is why I’m getting one. My dealer said it should be ready by next week! Oh and I tried sitting in the 3rd row. I’m bout 5’7” like him but I’m overweight. I set the 2nd row to a comfortable position for me to sit in and then jumped behind my 2nd row position into the 3rd row and I fit fine. I ordered a turbo S premium, so it doesn’t come with a center console in the 2nd row which gives more leg room in the middle for 3rd row passenger. So I have no problem with space in that trim. I live in Hawaii so I will not be doing any long road trips with it. So to me this is the perfect vehicle that offers a 3rd row of seating.

[@KhrissyDaDon]

Rear legroom Infiniti Qx60: 37.7in Acura MDX: 38.5in Volvo XC90: 37.0in Mazda CX90: 39.4in Out of the luxury bunch, the Mazda clearly has the most legroom, so it’s clear what market Mazda is targeting!

[@KhrissyDaDon]

@@heNzVf20c exactly, not everyone comes into this class seeking a big cumbersome box 📦 on wheels, because if that was the case, the Highlander wouldn’t have been the bestseller, and it has a curvaceous design and has one the smallest interior in its class!

[@bigolejuicycaawk]

one of the best looking/performing/reliable top 5 AT LEAST… and this guy still has a million things to pick at

[@TheRotorious13b]

You keep mentioning "missed opportunities". Regarding size/space don't think they missed anything at all. It is built to compete across "segments" so, while it may not have as much room as some mainstream rivals, it offers a better interior and driving experience. And, while it may not be as quick as the dragstrip as some of the premium offerings, it has more room than most, and costs tens of thousands less. It is THE sweet spot.

[@chaarleess]

This is what happens when Sofyan expects too much and starts whining about it

[@MegaBlessing2011]

I'm older, I don't need a giant family hauler, just an suv that's not too big.

[@AlvaMBates]

Well said & Amen!!

[@yankeesusa1]

They missed because this engine and tech is new and not tested yet. The timing chain is behind the engine, so if it needs to be repaired the engine will have to be lifted out. Not good at all. Same thing will need to happen for fuel pump and other components. But while under warranty this is a great vehicle.

[@TheRotorious13b]

@@yankeesusa1 ​So you're basing this "miss" on a video that you saw on KZbin from a Toyota tech who didn't essentially understand Mazda's engineering decisions. Got it. No, those things aren't "misses". Timing chain issues really aren't a thing nowadays and realistically you shouldn't be concerned with one breaking, at anything under say 200,000 mi. And as far as removing the engine to service it, With the current design, we're talking about a 30-minute process if that, And this is according To a Mazda tech that I spoke with directly, who has been working with Mazdas for over 40 years.

[@kkcarl9566]

I just bought mine yesterday, and can honestly say that it drives like a dream. I could not be more pleased with my decision. We tested the Telluride and Palisade and this CX-90 bested them both by far.

[@franki3Ru550]

To bad it doesn't look futuristic, it looks like a 2014 car no offense

[@thunderbolt854]

​@@franki3Ru550sorry to say but you have no taste or respect for driveability.. looks is not everything.. that said the smoother lines are far elegant than other crappy ev designs coming out these days

[@paulstefaniuk27]

I just got mine in July with the exact interior/exterior but in Canada the top model is still the Signature. It is a beautiful SUV and the fit and finish are way above its peers. If you’re looking for more space get a minivan!

[@al151]

Not really. Even basic competitors like Honda Pilot, Kia Telluride, Hyundai Palisade and Grand Highlander offer more space. Grand Highlander even comes with Hybrid setup. No need for a van.

[@oneslackr]

Just for starters minivans are lame & they're ugly. That's enough reasons never to buy one.

[@tbayhell2304]

​@@al151 Considering a RWD, luxury platform, the Audi Q7, BMW X5 and MBenz GLE are the closest competitors. The grand highlander for example is a FWD platform, hybrid that competes with the Honda Pilot for example, and the Hyundai Pallasade uses a minivan FWD platform. Those are completely different platform from an Inline 6 cylinder RWD platform.

[@lornestein7248]

Thanks for being a "beta-tester" for this new platform. Hopefully they will get any bugs out by the time CX-70 comes around, which is the one I'm more interested in.

[@mbenton6]

​@@al151those are not mazdas competitors. Mazda RwD and those are fwd. All mazda Cx90 are AWD and say that about the others. They are not in the same league

[@dnice362]

Mazda has very solid vehicles and styling and imo, fair pricing maybe the best pricing on the market for what you get

[@vahabkhademi2142]

I researched cars for one year (test drive and viewed reviews); a Mazda would never occur to my mind. Until one evening I test drove a Mazda 3, signed the lease, and drove it home. Im so happy with Mazda.

[@resurgamm]

I love my 2023 3 premium awd

[@JuanCarlosLTO]

I typically agree with Sofian’s take on most cars but not on this one. He compares this with other cars that are not direct comparables: less cargo area than a Pilot? (Pilot being a FWD will have a deeper rear cargo compartment) then he says that some things in the CX90 are not as nice as other competitors: names? This is a non-premium RWD 3rd row SUV. It doesn’t have many competitors, maybe the ford explorer? He also criticizes it for not being more ambitious in the design therefore looks like a CX-9… how is this a bad thing? A car manufacturer that is loyal to their design language. Basically a Mazda that looks like a Mazda. Unlike for example Kia/Hyundai/Genesis that have no coherency between their models and look sometimes like Bentleys, Porsches, Mercedes… I have never owned a Mazda but i really like this CX90 and I’m waiting to see the cx70 as we have no use for a 3 row SUV.

[@bobbowie9350]

These,mazdas are same sausage , diff lengths. Parts bin boring

[@Sideways_Singh]

This is mazdas first luxury car, they are changing there whole brand to be more expensive and luxury, this is rwd and has a inline 6, it has quilted nappa leather seats, the leather is on the level of a higher trim bmw. It competes with, lexus, infiniti, volvo, jeep.

[@Justmejbful]

So because the Mazda has a different powertrain layout that means it doesn't compete with FWD based crossover SUVs? Doesn't the Grand Cherokee and Explorer still compete with other midsized SUVs? As far as I am aware the Explorer and Highlander are no 1 and number 2 on the list on terms of sales. People cross shop them all the time. Mazda chose to prioritize driving experience in a midsized family SUV while most competitors chose to prioritize space for families.

[@JuanCarlosLTO]

@@Justmejbful it’d be interesting to know what’s the target segment Mazda is trying to compete against. Any car can compete against any other. People make car choices based on many things even within the segment. Mazda already had the CX-9 that was within the Highlander/Pilot customer. They chose to go RWD with longitudinal engine layout. In my opinion, this is not random and I’m sure people way smarter than me thought it throughly and weighed pros and cons.

[@Justmejbful]

@@JuanCarlosLTO the CX90 will eventually replace the CX9 though

[@jeremysantaana859]

Awesome vehicle and I love the Mazda CX-90 😍🔥

[@dparis2172]

I love the knob control and if someone has a problem figuring out how the shifter works, they shouldn’t be driving a car.

[@KillaninjaFC]

Tell that to the NYC valet parking lot attendants who leave my CX-90 in Drive when they drop it off. Luckily the car is smart enough to understand what is going on when the car is in D, the Driver's seatbelt is unbuckled, the Driver's door is open, and no one is on the Driver's seat. It applies the e-brake and shows a warning message on the speedometer display requiring a Shift To Park before it will start moving again.

[@canyonblue737-8]

of course you get used to it, but when you see a conventional looking shifter like this you don't expect the Parking to require a moment to the left. when I test drove it and put it in "park" it began to reverse when I realized what happened (I just moved it all the way forward expecting it to be in park.) the bottom line is it is 2023 and nearly every manufacture feels the need to put their own twist on how to select drive modes... its maddening but a fact of life.

[@itsTheGshow]

@@KillaninjaFCstop letting valets drive your car? The kid making minimum wage ain’t going to treat your vehicle well. Park it yourself and tell the valet to shove it.

[@KillaninjaFC]

@@itsTheGshow tell me where to park non valet in New York and I'm there. I know a couple of self park places but they are extremely rare

[@odinikita4821]

​@@KillaninjaFCuse that as an excuse to move out of the woke s******* that is New York

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

Glad to know that Mazda also does walk away auto lock, does anyone know other cars/brands also have such features other than Honda and Acura.

[@jbar_85]

I love that walk away feature!

[@Natethegreat200c]

Cadillac, and I believe bmw and Mercedes.

[@raf8474]

VW does this as well.

[@theyadmire511]

@@Natethegreat200cwhich Mercedes?

[@UESide]

Wow. Mazda is so good with their cut lines, they always have been- just look at how the hood cut lines play off of the headlights

[@ArchYeomans]

Welcome to KODO design philosophy.

[@Vietboy85]

After almost three months of using it I do have some complaint, the downshift at low speed is very noticeable and sometimes can be very annoying, the I-Stop system working not so well, I have to turn it off everytime I started the car. Some random noises can be heard in the cabin. although interior looking very nice but not solid (like BMW x5 for example). The good about it is very nice looking suv, very luxurious look interior, very good on fuel.

[@jbar_85]

That looks like a beautiful SUV! If the CX-5 looks similar in the future, this would be amazing!

[@skylermchale6462]

I have had my Mazda for 5 years and it’s been such a great car

[@jbar_85]

Me too! ❤

[@mbenton6]

Missed opportunity? Best looking SUV out right now!!!

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Looks like egg ( useless egg )

[@heNzVf20c]

@@ibrahimbashir6634LoL. Your comment is useless. ( useless brain ) 😂

[@bobbowie9350]

Looks completely dated

[@jsfbay1]

I can't wait to see what the CX-70 is like. Perhaps the delay of it's release has to do with refining the drivetrain. Hurry up Mazda! Love the potential of this new platform.

[@alonzalbrown1883]

Check out that interior!! I love a nice two-toned interior especially, on the steering wheel. 😍

[@crow_2k11beatsbydre8]

Does it have a touchscreen infotainment system or still using that outdated rotary knob?........

[@naveenthemachine]

@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8 he explained in the video that CarPlay is touchscreen but not the oem system

[@heNzVf20c]

I personally don’t like it, so I order 1 trim lower, a turbo s premium to get the black napa leather.

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

Even though the car has more HP/Torque then competitors, it also weighs 2-300lbs more and doesn't allow for aggressive launches. But when you compare 1/4 mile times and trap speeds, you can see where the car shines. Also it is VERY efficient for a non full hybrid design. The 48v hybrid allows you to easily get over 23-25mpg combined. Most competitors only get 20mpg combined in the real world. Overall dont by the S versions for the extra power, because it isn't worth it. The base version will still do 0-60 in 7 seconds while being under stressed. Since it is an all new powertrain, that would be the safer bet.

[@heNzVf20c]

But the turbo s trims have the painted fenders which makes them look better. If there was an option to get the fenders painted in the lower trims I would have just ordered a lower trim, but there isn’t so I ordered a S premium trim.

[@Sideways_Singh]

It does not weigh more then competitors, infiniti, lexus, jeep cherokee l, the germans all weigh more. Mazda no longer competes with what they used to, this is a rwd inline 6 luxury car there first ever the entire brand is getting changed over to luxury.

[@Love23D]

@@heNzVf20c same, I got the highest trim and love the looks of it with painted fenders

[@bartomiejbienias6456]

Just paint it

[@heNzVf20c]

@@bartomiejbienias6456 nah, I want factory paint and warranty.

[@thomas735]

Never thought a 3 row crossover would look better than a Camaro or Challenger.

[@iluvcakes19]

Don't worry, that still hasn't been fulfilled.

[@thomas735]

@@iluvcakes19 idk man this will age better than the transformer-esque Camaro or the overweight Challenger.

[@iluvcakes19]

@@thomas735 weight has nothing to do with looks. The Challenger is an extremely good looking vehicle. I think it will age beautifully partially due to its retro styling. Plus the higher trims have become collector vehicles. I don't even think the CX90 looks better than the pre facelift Telluride and certainly not better than the Porsche Macan. As for the Camaro.... GM can't design a good looking, coherent vehicle to save their lives.

[@thomas735]

@@iluvcakes19 the challenger looks good from the front IMO, my biggest problem is that the wheels look small in the back because the body of the car is soo huge. They took a sedan and tried to turn it into a coupe. It also isn’t sports car material. Korean brands have come a long way but the Japanese designs seem to age better, at least IMO. Obviously anything Porsche is amazing but this is Mazda we are talking about lol.

[@RomanM803]

⁠​⁠@@thomas735you’re not making any sense a challenger wasn’t never a sedan it’s was always a coupe it’s based off the original challenger.

[@Charlie-rt7sb]

People always crying about buying a car with a new drivetrain. It literally comes with a powertrain warranty. I couldn’t imagine waiting years to buy something I want because there is a 0.3% chance there might be an issue and that issue will be fixed for free under warranty. Weirdos

[@bitbat9]

It’s still a pain in the ass when something goes wrong, especially with the constant part shortages we’re having.

[@DonLee480]

Mazda CX-90 got top safety pick plus on IIHS crash test and if you look at all the individual test scores; it actually has one of the best scores possible.

[@showyentertain1613]

Not to be bias, but I owned a 2016 Mazda 3 i-GT hatchback which 100% all parts and assembled in Japan. Been driven over 120K mile and have no issues. Just routine oil change, tire rotations, breaks and spark plugs, plus a can of sea foam every month. I’m looking forward to the Mazda 6 with same power train end of this or next year, preferably 100% in Japan lol

[@LandoVenturi]

Awesome to see Mazda go with a turbo inline six!

[@bored2323]

Who cares when it’s in a automatic family CUV not a manual transmission sports car

[@charlesreed8420]

BMW puts their inline 6 in everything.... What are you complaining about?@@bored2323

[@charlesreed8420]

not really, turbo i6 engines are pretty well established in the automotive industry.@@abishaialex9578

[@mbenton6]

​@abishaialex9578 it's not complicated... fool

[@kevtn8]

​@@abishaialex9578That mechanic specializes in Toyota mainly. Take what he says with grain of salt. Inline 6 by their nature have less moving parts and are generally simpler than most engines. Due to layout , there is also a lot more room to work on maintenance of engine. There may be small kinks here and there to iron out but after a year or two it should be rock solid.

[@kennethtisdale260]

Quad exhaust will look good being the top engine

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I'm thinking of buying one as well first SUV.

[@heNzVf20c]

I’m getting one. It will be my first suv as well.

[@r32rtb]

Who is going to sit adults in the third row? We just got the same trim as in this video. Third row is going to be down all the time. Got around 25 mpg on a 3k mile trip at around 80 mph.

[@jackmehoff9595]

Perfect blend of simplicity and luxury. A very unique vehicle with a unique power train.

[@kkcarl9566]

You're knocking points off because a Mazda looks like a Mazda? That's why we love this vehicle - it doesn't look or drive like any other car - it is a MAZDA in form and function.

[@Blue-moon12]

Nice to see an inline six. However, first model year for the transmission and engine...bound to have issues that will need ironing out.

[@thomas735]

Depends, might not since it’s made in Japan.

[@bitbat9]

@@thomas735yeah because Japanese cars have never had engine or transmission problems

[@thomas735]

@@bitbat9 not typically, at least not the ones made in Japan. Of course there will always be exceptions.

[@michaels7984]

It's been used for a year or two in the cx60 in Europe, don't think it's had many issues.

[@mbenton6]

Hell no. They said the same thing about the Mazda 2.5 turbo and is the most reliable engine ever

[@emmettmurphy2887]

Drove this trim car yesterday in Dallas. I have owned a LOT of SUV's and my other ride is a Benz AMG GLE. So, after driving the Mazda, I am indifferent as to which car I will drive over what my wife wants to drive. The driving dynamics are excellent, especially at that price point. Steering feel/brake modulation are Mazda, thank God. This is not your living room sofa and if you want an appliance that hauls a ton of stuff, wallows in corners, and is cavernous, this is not the drive for you. IF you want an SUV that drives smaller than it is because of the excellent suspension tuning and driving feel, the Mazda is the car. Tasteful styling is a huge bonus relative to the rest of the competitors. The powertrain is not as smooth as the BMW in the X5, and I had one (before it was T-boned) But a loaded X5 is $80K. Lastly, the German car repair bills are astronomical.....

[@elliottmanning4116]

In terms of the shifter, it’s an electronic design, so it should, theoretically, automatically put itself in park when you turn the vehicle off. But I understand it’s out of habit to want to put the shifter in park before you turn the car off.

[@doyoulikecrystalgel]

For me, it's between this (highest trim model), or MDX Type-S, or Genesis GV80. All of them the top trim. Finances are not much of a problem, so everyone's been telling me to go GV80. If I want to save some coin, the CX 90. Only thing is, I'm pretty sure the GV80 is dead for driving dynamics, which is where the mazda and acura SUV's shine.

[@KuyaArbee]

Yes that white exterior! Is what I love! 60k is a bargain! Honestly I just wish mazda would give us a non chrome edition!

[@XX-166]

Get all the chrome wrapped gloss black

[@bsmith161380]

I would like fog lights

[@keith6360]

If this is the exact same engine on the CX-60. Imagine tuning it to the CX-90’s number 😮

[@jsfbay1]

The main reason the center console isn't very deep is that the vehicle is RWD so the engine is mounted front-to-back so there's a transmission under that center console. And the 2nd row console is deeper because the transmission is no longer in the way. Later, in the 3rd row you complained about space - I *know* you understand the compromises of a long hood RWD platform - they probably decided to not make the vehicle any longer than it already is (to add more space in the 3rd row.) You owe it to your readers to point this out when you encounter those compromises during your review. Now WRT the wet plate clutch, hesitation, and occasional jerkiness, I agree with you 100% that this needs work. I think if they double the HP of the pancake electric motor, the hesitations on acceleration would be fixed. As for downshifts, I'm not sure what to say. It just needs a little more time in the oven. Finally, if anyone gets this far; for the love of pete, stop revving engines in neutral! Seriously, it's what caused me to unsubscribe. Unless you're revving a V8, forget about it! People are far more interested (well, car people anyway) in what it sounds like under full load, doing a 0-60 run, or better yet a 1/4 mile run. Thanks.

[@Love23D]

We got the S Turbo PP after more than a year waiting for Toyota to drop those ridiculous extra charges and addendums.

[@naveenthemachine]

You got a better car than anything Toyota or Lexus have to offer

[@gamelauncher9821]

@@naveenthemachinelove your comments 😊

[@gamelauncher9821]

Honestly your not missing much not getting a Toyota you got a beautiful car that’s worth your hard earned coin

[@Love23D]

@@gamelauncher9821 thank you! We love it!😀

[@Love23D]

@@naveenthemachine It drives pretty nice although I’d like it even more if the tranny is a bit smoother

[@DM72513]

2:45 he talks about how it's a mild hybrid and not a full hybrid like....... The Toyota Grand Highlander? How about the fact this exact vehicle comes in Plugin Hybrid trims?

[@samuelgoldstein6055]

I bet Mazda left the traditional starter cranking noise on purpose. As a car enthusiast, I hate not getting to hear it when I drive hybrids.

[@RonSmith472]

The packaging issues you point out are not really issues. They are the difference between a front wheel drive architecture and rear drive.

[@joshselkovits466]

Just bought my CX-90 Turbo S Premium Plus yesterday. I test drove several cars before landing on the CX-90, including the Telluride, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Acura MDX, VW Atlas, Volvo xc90, Lexus GX, and Genesis gv80. This review is DEAD ON accurate with the pros and cons. IMO, I liked the Telluride the most but would have cost $230/month MORE than the CX-90 It has several minor flaws but overall you get so much more than all of those others cars (except for the Telluride) for MUCH less money.

[@beri232]

I test drove a CX-90 a few weeks ago. I thought it was just "okay". I don't get what all the hype is about to be honest.

[@naveenthemachine]

The hype is it’s looks, silky smooth inline 6, RWD based, and double wishbone front suspension and it’s price.

[@beri232]

@@naveenthemachine go away Naveen. I don’t really think anyone values your opinion. I don’t know how you find the time to troll as much as you do. It must be very lonely by yourself in your parents basement.

[@canyonblue737-8]

@@naveenthemachine on the high trims it has some very aggressive color choices for the interior that are polarizing with no "normal" options, it has the lowest amount of interior storage spaces in the entire 3 row class (like horrifyingly low, I was shocked when I drove it), it's cargo volume is very low compared to the overall length of the vehicle when compared to the competition, and it has the highest price of all mainstream company SUVs putting it in reach of low end-luxury brand options such as the Acura MDX and INFINITI QX-60. The drive was "fun" with a good engine noise, steering and gearing, good gas mileage, but it isn't a speed demon even with the hybrid twin turbo underperforming the normal V6s from the QX-60 and low engine options of the MDX on 0-60 times. Overall for me it was a big miss, glossy at first glance, full of warts on a closer look.

[@XX-166]

Which model

[@beri232]

@@XX-166 turbo inline 6 top model. Signature was not out yet…. so one model below.

[@sergiootero5904]

Imagine that power train on the successor of the 6

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

CX-90 doesnt look like a radical redesign. Not much different from the CX-9 it replaces. Better than the Grand Highlander in looks. But the interior space is a let down. The bubble butt tailgate style is definitely an eye soar, to me. And the panoramic roof size is just pathetic with no effort making it larger for more airy open space.

[@juliandavis4582]

Dont be silly, people dont even open the roof.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@juliandavis4582 Stop speaking for other people! I use my sunroof ALL THE TIME. I had all of my windows down, including my sunroof yesterday at 92° weather.

[@cbruno12180]

Yea but this has a rwd bias powertrain vs the grand highlander

[@naveenthemachine]

And it looks better inside and outside. No sense of cheapness like the Toyota There’s a reason Toyota has the quality of a GM product

[@cbruno12180]

@@naveenthemachine agreed and these 4 cylinder turbo engines they are putting in their cars. Sound horrible feel cheap and nvh is just awful

[@derek17005]

$61,900!!! Probably a good time to snag a leftover 2022 CX9 with some good discounts if you don't have to have the upgrades the CX90 provides. That 2.5L/6speed combo was pretty darn bulletproof and the Signature trim in that vehicle, topped out around $48K and gave you all the goodies the 90 does. The CX90 is great don't get me wrong, but Mazda has a few misses (pathetic sunroof opening and interior storage for example). Also, I don't understand why Mazda didn't stretch it just a few more inches and give class leading legroom. Then it would be a no-brainer over the competition and was the biggest gripe I had about the CX9.

[@TheStimie]

Save 10 grand and get the less powerful version

[@juliandavis4582]

Very Harsh, Mazda has never had the largest vehicles in their lineup. This is a step in the right direction.

[@chillvelocity5686]

I hope they put a similar powertrain to the mazda 6

[@tomdrummy4984]

Nice, I’m waiting for cx70. However, new engine and new transmission, I would give it a few years

[@michaels7984]

They've been using the powertrain in the cx60 in Europe for a year or two, dont think it's had many issues other than just not being the smoothest switching from electric to gas if you have the plug in hybrid version.

[@mbenton6]

First engine and transmission... blah blah... blah... They said the same thing about the Mazda 2.5 turbo and is the most reliable engine ever. The same will be said about the this one. Haters gone hate

[@niuhuskieguy]

Except with this engine, Mazda did some very European design elements that will make some repairs quite pricey.

[@mbenton6]

I have not needed one thing repaired on my 2017 mazda 6. I have 170,000 miles

[@INoahGuy914]

I just seen this car today, I thought it was a BMW at first . It looks really nice in person. I had to look the car up because I never seen it before. Like the design a lot!🔥

[@Lorenzo1972.]

The noise it makes when you put your foot down is not good … it’s great!

[@mgdulan4756]

Mazda knocked this one out the park! Now all we need is a Mazda 9 sedan 😉

[@corbynluce9755]

Since this is the first higher premium mazda they may improve it as the years go on

[@mgjmiller1995]

16:55 Regarding ambient lighting...I don't need to change its color. Or its intensity. And I can't see why anyone else would "need" to manipulate ambient lighting either. Only lighting I 'change' is how bright the gauge cluster is at night, but that's different 🤷‍♂️

[@gamelauncher9821]

This all-new Mazda CX-90 completes in both segments standard and premium, they started with an RWD to AWD drivetrain, and an inline 6 turbo powertrain with a new 8-speed. Not to mention the exterior and interior design they have also stepped up their technology and features. This car has and is everything expected of a modern premium SUV for those worrying about the issue, every new car has problems especially when it is new from the ground up. It does have some aspects of Kodo design but it does not look like the CX-9 I don't know why everyone keeps doing that comparison I don't see it. This particular Tirm Turbo S Premium Plus completes with the likes of the new QX-60, the new RX 500h, the new x5, the MDX Type S, the GLE 450, and many more. It's just a great SUV that is worth it over Japanese premium options. Honestly Sofiyan you complain too much also nitpicking every single detail your job is to convince consumers to consider the CX-90 when shopping. until I see the engineering degree you think you have just do your job.

[@joetaylor2038]

Except for the lack of leg room in 2nd and 3rd rows which is pitiful when compared to the competition.

[@gamelauncher9821]

@@joetaylor2038 Yeah the exterior dimensions do fool you on the space available on the interior but most consumers with or without the want to use the space inside should be fine with those interior dimensions. If you want more space get a Tahoe, Sequoia, etc.. These SUVs are for individuals who want a car like drive but with more space.

[@skmnstr]

Great Review but *I Wish** people would really start emphasizing Mazda is no longer associated with Ford.. they are now 100% made in Japan

[@juliandavis4582]

Not quite. They manufacture cars in the US, Mexico and Japan

[@mozillagenesis]

Doesn't every car nowadays have the same solid door thunk... is that test even needed anymore?

[@Stressless2023]

He's mentioned a handful of car doors that sound cheap and "tinny" when closed. I actually appreciate that - My wife had an old 2005 Toyota Solara before we got married that sounded super hollow like the doors would fall off if you closed them even slightly hard.

[@isimonsez]

No they dont

[@miguelkennedy9520]

Redline Reviews makes the best videos ever :)

[@370gtalej5]

There’s a dark blue one I see at work everyday and damn it looks good

[@jonathane5675]

It may be a better value compared to a $70k BMW but Mazda over engineered it, made it too complicated by adding a timing chain in the rear which means half the car has to be disassembled and the engine pulled out if you need it replaced, which means high repair bills. The turbo charger wastegate is electronically controlled which is not ideal for reliability because you have an electronic component in a very hot area. The fuel system is direct injection only, not ideal for longevity and reliability as the engine will be more prone to carbon build up. Mazda made things more complicated by having no torque converter and instead have a clutch from a manual transmission that's electronically and hydraulically engaged and disengaged. The M Boost Mild Hybrid system is a tiny electric motor at 48 volts that charges a tiny lithium battery, it also assists or regenerates the battery when you're driving. It also uses a system called I stop, which is a fancy term for start/stop technology which many don't like, so when you stop at a traffic light it turns the engine off, but this system is crazier, it goes farther, by shutting off the engine when you're driving, every time you let go of the gas! When you accelerate again that little M Boost electric motor will start driving the car and start the engine and all of sudden your going again. Because the car has no alternator it's reliant on the tiny electric motor, which is supposed to add efficiency, better mpgs, but it's not really like that in the real world. The car also has no rear sway bar, which means when you're making turns it wallows a little too much, feels a bit heavy. The shifter is one of the most annoying things I've ever seen, the travel from park to neutral to reverse is more complicated and takes a minute to get used to. I wish they just had a simple one like the one in the CX-5/CX-9. I like Mazda, but this does not handle very well, you feel the weight of that giant power train inline-6, it understeers a lot and feels very wobbly, something unnatural for Mazda. The CX-9 feels more stable than this and that's the sad reality. But then it gets worse, the mild hybrid system, with the delays and disengagement, they're very noticeable, there's times when you push the gas and nothing happens for a second, this does not feel like luxury.

[@canyonblue737-8]

DEAD on. It's so underwhelming when you actually see it in person and drive it. When you realize this is a 3 row people family hauler and you open the center console to see something smaller than you'd find in a Honda Civic you already know the designers lost their minds.

[@emery2310]

I was waiting for this from you!!

[@Mujahideen_khinzir]

The design is actually solid

[@porfiriato84]

This one is nice. If I had kids I would most likely buy this SUV

[@canyonblue737-8]

and you'd have no storage room, I test drove it and it was incredible how there was so little storage space, dead last in the segment for cubby holes, cup holders, shelfs etc. just not practical for families... its a big car (super long because of the engine) but has very impractical interior space.

[@heNzVf20c]

@@canyonblue737-8 well I’m buying one for my family. This will be my 1st 3 row seater vehicle. Coming from an Audi sedan, a 5 door Subaru and a 2 seater convertible Honda, this has plenty of room for my family. More than I’ll ever have with my 3 cars now and it should be here next week! I’m from Hawaii so I won’t be going on long road trips and I don’t live in my car, so I don’t need a lot of extra storage space. I like to keep all my vehicle interiors clean. I don’t store unnecessary stuff in my vehicle. Cup holders, a storage spot for my sunglasses and my phone is all I need. Nobody is allowed to eat in any of my cars.

[@cable222222222222222]

That is a beautiful car but it has a big problem any kind of work you have to do to it you have to drop the engine fuel pump water pump anything that goes wrong with that car you have to drop the engine something that will cost a few dollars is going to cost thousands to fix so therefore the resale value should go to the floor as it gets older it becomes too expensive to fix same thing happens to Mercedes BMW

[@kennethtisdale260]

A Carbon Edition will be nice as well

[@marcusjamesOG]

I would love to see some 50-70mph roll acceleration test for real world applications

[@mbenton6]

Stop comparing this car to toyota and korean car... please. Mazda is on another level

[@naveenthemachine]

The cx90 is on par with the telluride palisade pilot but miles ahead of the grand highlander and even the Lexus RX and upcoming TX

[@noelsilva8887]

I agree with a lot of these comments. You can’t compare this with a front wheel drive pilot or grand highlander because this is a rear wheel drive which is a bad choice for space but good for drive and handling. So you can’t have both. This is more compare to a lower price bmw or Audi.

[@hamidmghazi]

Therotary dial is NOT annoying

[@juyusivan]

I love sofyans review most of the time but i think he complains too much on this review. This definitely will outlast the bmw’s, audi’s and other european cars. Made in japan and built quality will be better and wont fall apart as it age. Well done Mazda! Listen to car care nut and scotty kilmer for their review than sofyan of your on the market for a cx90

[@markford4577]

OMG Every nice thing you say is immediately followed by a "but" and negative assessment. One or the other would help w/o waffling back and forth. I don't know whether I would like this car or not.

[@bill7481]

This is a great-looking vehicle! But there are too many compromises here. As of now, I would not trade my 2019 CX-9 Signature for it. However, unlike what Sofyan says, I don’t think Mazda complicated the operation of the shifter just to be different. I despise it when reviewers assume the authority to spew out nonsense.

[@holgerviel1949]

Better than Telluride SX or Palisade? I'm not sold yet on the CX 90. I'm disappointed to hear that the inline 6 isn't as smooth as the BMW's 6 inline.

[@alirezapouyafard5750]

This car is absolutely insane for the money 💰 ❤

[@richiemochi]

Why have a plastic cover on an engine? if the engine gets too hot does it melt that plastic for long duration driving?

[@Frossyt]

Without reading the title and just looking at the headlight I thought It was a volvo for a second.

[@arman8097]

Mazda for life 🏎️🏎️🏎️🏁🏁🏁

[@KarlLetcher]

Mazda has for reasons unknown decided to place the timing chain at the back of the engine. When it comes time to change it, prepare yourself for a $7500 repair bill, since the engine will have to be removed entirely. Although I suppose people in this market lease anyway, and leave the problems for the plebes who buy used. Such is the way of the world.

[@life-pm5xl]

This is my next suv, since the grand Highlander is nowhere to be seen. Lol

[@jasondickens9003]

It's a beautiful vehicle and an SUV that has some personality. It's a wonderful alternative to a Ford Explorer Platinum or limited. Delete the third row and enjoy. It is not a BMW,Audi or Mercedes so leave it out of that level of consideration.

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

These journalist trying to overhype it to much

[@jasondickens9003]

@@andersonrodriguez8258 Agreed. He is way too subjective about what he wishes Mazda would have done, when quite frankly they did a decent job giving a mainstream SUV some personality and a different spin. I like that a family vehicle does not have to be boring.

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s not trying to be a bmw or Audi or Mercedes. But the fact that we can have a conversation of Mazda bmw and Mercedes in the same sentence really tells you something You just can’t have that kind of conversation in some other brands

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

@@jasondickens9003 go watch car care nut video technical Review on this one what a nightmare I guess Mazda hired all German engineers to design the engine transmission everything is dealership friendly not dyi friendly after warranty

[@CarsandTechInfo]

14:54 Sofyan the volume knob kind of doubles as the tuning knob because you move it too the left or right to go to the previous or next station or track

[@tonymj1973]

I’m not a Mazda fan but that MOPHO looks damn good!!!!!!

[@roy_ngugi]

Mazda did a great job on this car

[@anotheran]

For a Similar price you can get a Mdx a spec. Which is what most ppl willing to shop a Mazda would buy instead.

[@Rockaland2]

no touch screen in 2023.. come on mazda !

[@dougee515]

I have always love Mazda,drive a cx5 but they miss out on the opportunity to improve the mpgs big miss for me.

[@henryrestrepo8214]

I love it. I can't wait to see the new CX-70

[@clarkkent9080]

watch the Car Care nu's review and decide

[@wavehogger]

If it had a torque converter it would be

[@kainakuma]

This review is bang on! Honest and no BS.

[@GRIFF22]

Is this the same engine as in the cx-60 just tuned up?

[@tdefouw5852]

Is the only thing I lose by using regular unleaded gas some horsepower? Will the lower octane hurt the engine?

[@BlackNAVYAmericanVET]

Great video ❤review, Mazda is great .

[@rockiemountin7535]

Love the idea of the inline 6 I have the 2021 CX9 with the v4 2.5 turbo not a fan of turbos however it does go ok for such a heavy car I’d rather have a naturally aspirated, in-line six

[@jeffs6090]

Still waiting for the CX-70 phev! Any updated word on that arrival?

[@ArchYeomans]

Soon.

[@MegaRetr]

Awesome vehicle