Mazda CX-70 vs. Mazda CX-90: What’s the Difference?

Cross-shopping the 2026 Mazda CX-70 and Mazda CX-90? At Napleton’s Schaumburg Mazda, it’s one of the questions we hear most. These two SUVs look nearly identical, share the same engines, and ride on the same wheelbase — the real difference comes down to how many rows of seats you need. Here’s a side-by-side look to help you choose the right Mazda for your family.

Seating: The Biggest Difference

This is where the Mazda CX-70 and Mazda CX-90 truly diverge. The Mazda CX-70 is a two-row SUV built for up to five passengers, with the third-row space instead reserved for extra cargo and underfloor storage. The Mazda CX-90 adds a third row, seating up to seven passengers with available second-row captain’s chairs, or eight with a standard second-row bench. At Napleton’s Schaumburg Mazda, we typically recommend the Mazda CX-70 for couples, small families, or anyone who wants a two-row layout, and the Mazda CX-90 for families who regularly need to seat six, seven, or eight.

Size, Engines & Performance: Nearly Identical

Beyond seating, the two SUVs are remarkably similar. Both share a 122.8-inch wheelbase and nearly identical exterior dimensions, plus the same engine lineup: a 280-horsepower e-Skyactiv®-G 3.3L turbocharged inline-six, an available high-output version producing up to 340 horsepower, and a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) option. Every 2026 Mazda CX-70 and Mazda CX-90 comes standard with i-ACTIV AWD® and Mazda’s i-ACTIVSENSE® safety suite, so shoppers at Napleton’s Schaumburg Mazda won’t sacrifice power or safety technology either way.

Cargo Space

Because the Mazda CX-70 doesn’t give up trunk space to a third row, it offers more cargo room and underfloor storage behind its second row than the Mazda CX-90. The Mazda CX-90, meanwhile, offers 14.9 cubic feet behind its third row and up to 74.2 cubic feet total with both rear rows folded — more flexibility for families hauling gear and passengers together.

Pricing

Pricing between the two is close, and the Mazda CX-90 starts lower. The 2026 Mazda CX-90 starts at $39,300 for the 3.3 Turbo Select trim, while the 2026 Mazda CX-70 starts at $42,750 for the 3.3 Turbo Preferred trim, since the Mazda CX-70 doesn’t offer an entry-level Select trim. Both models top out in the high $50,000s fully loaded. The team at Napleton’s Schaumburg Mazda can walk you through current pricing and incentives on both.

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