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Mazda CX-70
Car and Driver says all nonhybrid CX-70 models come with a turbocharged 3.3-liter inline-six engine that makes 280 horsepower in base form and 340 horsepower in S trims. MotorTrend says Mazda targets the midsize SUV segment with the 2026 CX-70, a class in which it stands out with its striking design, standard inline-six engines, and available plug-in hybrid powertrain, and that the 2026 Mazda CX-70 plug-in hybrid pairs a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and an eight-speed automatic transmission, with all PHEV variants coming standard with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch central display.
Inline-six power across nonhybrid trims
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says all nonhybrid CX-70 models come with a turbocharged 3.3-liter inline-six engine that makes 280 horsepower in base form and 340 horsepower in S trims, noting Car and Driver has yet to test the less powerful 280-hp version and reviews the CX-70 Hybrid separately.
Standing out with standard six-cylinder power
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says Mazda targets the midsize SUV segment with the 2026 CX-70, a class in which it stands out with its striking design, standard inline-six engines, and available plug-in hybrid powertrain.
The plug-in hybrid alternative
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says the 2026 Mazda CX-70 plug-in hybrid pairs a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine with an electric motor and an eight-speed automatic transmission, and all PHEV variants come standard with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch central display.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the Mazda CX-70 have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says 280 hp in base nonhybrid form, or 340 hp in S trims.
What engine does the Mazda CX-70 PHEV use?
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) says a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder with an electric motor.
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The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is built around 3.3L turbo inline-six or 3.3L turbo-S inline-six, rated at 280 / 340 horsepower across its midsize SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2026 U.S. lineup has 5 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe most the 2026 Mazda CX-70 is published to tow is up to 5,000 lb (turbo).
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA recalls, complaints and crash ratings for the 2026 CX-70.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2026 Mazda CX-70
Preferred, Premium and Premium Plus share the 280-horsepower turbo six, while the Turbo S trims step up to a 340-horsepower tune of the same engine; a separate plug-in-hybrid powertrain is offered too and is covered separately.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
2 indexed Mazda CX-70 model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mazda CX-70 | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Mazda CX-70 | 2025 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Mazda CX-70.
The Mazda CX-70 is built alongside the Mazda CX-90, and public records cover the two together. Generation history, the fact box and background are on the Mazda CX-90 page; the safety record for the Mazda CX-70 itself follows.
NHTSA rated the 2025 Mazda CX-70 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.
Recent recalls (4 campaigns across the latest model years)
- September 2025, Electrical System:Body Control Module:Software. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV). The fuel gauge in the instrument cluster may display an inaccurate fuel reading. Consequence: An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- October 2024, Electrical System:Software. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles equipped with a Dash Electrical Supply Unit (ESU). During vehicle startup, the defroster, seat belt warning, 360° view monitor functions, and the PHEV high-voltage battery cooling system may… Consequence: An ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.
- October 2024, Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm). Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction indicator lights to illuminate and a loss of drive power. Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Owners filed 50 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Mazda CX-70, most often about lane departure (19), forward collision avoidance (9), power train (7).
Year by year
The Mazda CX-70 across 2 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mazda CX-70 | 25–26 | $2,600–$3,200 | 3 | 5 stars | ||
| 2025 Mazda CX-70 | 25 | $2,500–$3,100 | 3 | 4 | 50 | 5 stars |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Mazda CX-70, one model year at a time.
| Step | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Electric range, miles | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 to 2026 | 25.0 to 25.5 | 26 to 32 | Labels: CX-70 Hybrid Boost High Power 4WD, CX-70 Hybrid Boost Low Power 4WD, CX-70 SC 4WD | Labels: CX-70 4WD, CX-70 4WD PHEV |
Trim by trim
Every 2026 Mazda CX-70 trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.3 Turbo Preferred | AWD | 3.3-liter 6-cylinder (e-SKYACTIV-G, MHEV, Turbo) | 280 | 332 | 4,709 | 3,500 | 25 | $44,280 |
| 3.3 Turbo Premium | AWD | 3.3-liter 6-cylinder (e-SKYACTIV-G, MHEV, Turbo) | 280 | 332 | 4,709 | 5,000 | 25 | $48,310 |
| 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus | AWD | 3.3-liter 6-cylinder (e-SKYACTIV-G, MHEV, Turbo) | 280 | 332 | 4,709 | 5,000 | 25 | $51,100 |
| 3.3 Turbo S Premium | AWD | 3.3-liter 6-cylinder (e-SKYACTIV-G, MHEV, Turbo) | 340 | 369 | 4,863 | 5,000 | 25 | $54,970 |
| 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus | AWD | 3.3-liter 6-cylinder (e-SKYACTIV-G, MHEV, Turbo) | 340 | 369 | 4,863 | 5,000 | 25 | $58,400 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2026 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Mazda CX-70.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | (6.3 qt) | – | – | – | CR2032 |
| 2025 | 6.3 qt | – | – | – | CR2032 |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Mazda CX-70: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | not available | ||
| 2025 | 4 | 50 | electrical system, powertrain |
| 2024 | not available | ||
| 2023 | not available | ||
| 2022 | not available | ||
| 2021 | not available | ||
| 2020 | not available | ||
| 2019 | not available | ||
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Mazda CX-70?
Federal recall records don't single out a best Mazda CX-70 model year: recall counts across the 1 published model years checked here stay within a normal range of this nameplate's own average (about n/a recalls per year), with no year standing out as notably higher or lower. Recall count is one input, not a purchase verdict. It says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record.
Q02What are common recall-related problems on the Mazda CX-70 by model year?
2025: electrical system, powertrain.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Climate and electrical, Transmission and drivetrain.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 CX-70 come in?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 (midsize SUV) comes in 5 trims: 3.3 Turbo Preferred, 3.3 Turbo Premium, 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus, 3.3 Turbo S Premium, 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus.
Q02What are the 2026 CX-70 trims?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 trims are 3.3 Turbo Preferred, 3.3 Turbo Premium, 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus, 3.3 Turbo S Premium, 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus, listed from the entry 3.3 Turbo Preferred up to the top 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 CX-70 use?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is built around 3.3L turbo inline-six or 3.3L turbo-S inline-six, rated at 280 / 340 horsepower across its midsize SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2026 CX-70 have?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is rated at 280 / 340 horsepower (3.3L turbo inline-six or 3.3L turbo-S inline-six).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 CX-70?
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is offered with Standard AWD.