2025 Mazda CX-70 Consumer Reviews
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3.3 Turbo Preferred - $41,975 MSRP
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$39,449Prices based on sales in VA thru 3/30/26
Final assembly in Japan
Needs a few minor tweaks, but a very solid vehicle
AD2493, 07/09/2024
updated 08/27/2025
2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
50 of 51 people found this review helpful
EDIT: This is after a little over a year and 12,000 miles. I still like this car, but I'm not going to be all that upset once my lease ends. Absolutely no reliability issues or concerns and the dealer network is great - loaner cars are provided (I've gotten fully loaded CX-70's or CX-90's from the two dealers I've gone to for regular maintenance). However, here are a few new annoyances I've discovered: The lack of storage space: I keep barely anything in my car so it's not a huge deal but there are very few places to put things in the driver's area. The battery when it gets cold out: if its below 40 degrees, the battery life plummets. If you live in a region with cold spells below 30 degrees, it's not even worth charging it. We're talking sub-12 mile electric range and the transition from gas to electric is not nearly as smooth The tires: The Falkens this car comes with are terrible and downright dangerous. Expect them to be worn out around 20,000 miles and they have terrible lateral grip when there is any rain. The gauge cluster: This is minor, but it would be nice to see the song playing or any infotainment issue on the cluster, versus just the infotainment screen. ORIGINAL: Overall, I'm very satisfied. With the CX70 in the picture, it makes it difficult to justify spending an additional $10-$15K on a similar Acura MDX, Infiniti QX60, or Genesis GV80, especially with the crash test ratings (best in class even with IIHS's updated tests) and Mazda's predicted reliability. I reluctantly returned my Alfa Romeo Stelvio lease in, and ended up getting a CX70. I wanted another Stelvio, but lease rates were awful compared to the CX70 PHEV (mostly due to federal incentives), and I needed more cargo space. If incentives were not around, I would have chosen the Inline 6, as the PHEV is somewhat gutless when the electric battery is depleted. Moreover, the CX70 made more sense than the CX90 for me, as I preferred the darker exterior accents, red Napa leather, and needed a rear bench seat for my dog. The CX90 will make more sense for most people, but I had absolutely no desire for a third row and prefer the niche-ness of the CX70. So far I'm very impressed with the CX70. It's very easy on the eyes and gets more complements than all of my previous cars, despite being the most pedestrian. With a little over 1,000 miles on it, I have only had to fill up the gas tank once. My electric bill on a level 1 charger (aka regular outlet) has only gone up about $15/mo since owning the CX70, and plugging in almost daily. Positives would include an impressive interior (at any price point), 90 degree opening rear doors, near instantaneous wireless Carplay connectivity, decent pickup for onramps, a great camera system, and a cavernous cargo area. An SUV of this size has no business handling as well as it does, and the steering is very tight and precise. The driver's seat may feel a bit snug for people coming from similar or larger sized vehicles, but I find it preferable for a more driver-oriented experience. The less positive things worth calling out would be the sunroof that doesn't open very far and it's loud when open, the 2.5L is loud when pushed, the transmission is a little slow to shift in non-sport mode, the paint is thin on the doors (visible orange peel exclusive to the doors), some cost-cutting measures visible (cheaper vinyl on the door arm rests, and the door handles and door thud do not sound or feel like a $60K car), and an overly-intrusive lane keep assist (even in the weakest setting), as well a large blind-spot around the D-Pillar. My two personal qualms would be the Mazda chime at startup (almost as annoying as the early 2000's GM chime), a weak heated steering wheel, and the CX70 being maybe about 10" too long. This would be a perfect 5 out of 5 stars if we got the CX60 from Europe, but it's a solid effort overall from an underrated and often overlooked brand.
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Beautiful car!
Marin1, 02/02/2025
2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
My wife and I bought the 2025 CX-70 PHEV about three months ago. It’s a beautiful car to look at, and the inside is very well made and appointed. I have the Premium Plus (highest level) and after rebate it came to about $54k. Given the quality of the construction and the amenities, I would’ve had to spend $75k on a comparable vehicle. So this car is, among other things, a great value in its class. The PHEV works perfectly well, although in hindsight I probably would’ve gone with the Inline-6. As I discovered, I really can’t use the PHEV to its fullest (can’t charge at home everyday, longer commutes). Plus I think the 6 would give me a little more power on a consistent basis. But that’s just me. I understand most people can utilize the PHEV technology, and this car is dialed in for that. Love the sizing of the vehicle. Lots of room upfront for the two of us, which is greater on our get-away trips, and the 70 has the bench seat in the back, which comfortably seats 3. And then there’s a bunch of space in the back to store luggage, etc, for all. The transmission when cold, and starting from a stop, is a little clunky. But it’s not that bad, and gets better as the car warms up. On the freeway, the transmission works great, and this is where the car excels. Good power, even though 4-cylinder PHEV, and long as you keep juice in the battery so it keeps the electric motor going and adding power to the gas engine. I would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone wanting a larger SUV, but maybe not wanting to go to a full-size 7-seater. You’ll be happy to have and drive this car.
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(18 month update) - Well dressed Zoom Zoom!
JomaTexas, 10/07/2024
updated 04/08/2026
2025 Mazda CX-70 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
18-month Update: Now, with a little experience and a few miles under the belt, I will say I still love this car. But, a few issues that are really frustrating and Mazda needs to address. 1) battery drain, poor battery - you can not leave this vehicle parked for more that a couple weeks without being run or it will not turn on (and no, we do not leave the key FOB in the car). This is shit, and I will continue to hound my dealer. Also, the battery design (access is so poor you can't put a conditioner on the battery - even if that would help). So, if you don't drive often, be prepared to just idle the vehicle weekly as part of your routine. 2) No remote start without connected (online account) services. This needs to be resolved (please someone create a workaround). 3) No way to default the I-stop setting to off (c'mon Mazda, nobody wants this engine destroying feature on). 4) Lastly, the one thing my dealer was able to resolve was a terrible rattle in the rear-seat. It took three dealer visits and a lot of patience, but they did get the rattle resolved. ----------------- Love our new CX-70. Beauty is in the eyes of the viewer and I think it is beautiful. Everything is as expected, quiet, comfortable sporty ride, plenty room. Personally, I like the infotainment setup. One minor con I hope Mazda addresses is a bit of hesitation during slow, rolling starts.
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Nice ride
Cx 70 Test drive Chapman Mazda, 06/23/2024
2025 Mazda CX-70 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
23 of 24 people found this review helpful
Roomy, luxurious and responsive. Still hoping Mazda will integrate n interactive touch screen and improvements can be made with the menu screen. Constantly having to go back to channel selection in the entertainment is a pain. It should be more simple to change your music selection. Overall impressive engineering and a bit more expensive than I'd like.
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Incredible value for the base model! CX-5 upgrade
Rick, 09/02/2025
2025 Mazda CX-70 3.3 Turbo Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (3.3L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I own a 2024 CX-5 and love it, but lately I've been needing a bit more trunk space for long road trips. About 6 months ago I started looking at other compact SUVs which could be an upgrade over the CX-5. The CX-5 has below average cargo space and backseat legroom, so I figured I could try something like the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-50, Kia Sportage, etc, without going into the mid-size SUV segment, but each of these vehicles was either not a compelling upgrade, or was too expensive for what it was. A few months later I see an ad about a $3000 cash discount a CX-70. At 40k, the base model (Preferred) ends up costing as much as the top trims of compact SUVs and Sedans! And sure enough, Mazda has appointed the base model really well, like they did for the CX-5. The materials look more basic compared to the wonderful interior you see in the higher trims, but they're still better than most competitors, especially on their base models. The base model also has black plastic trim on the bumpers, but with the right color (e.g. Zircon Sand) that actually looks better IMHO. Perhaps the only pieces that look a little cheap are the fake brushed metal plastic pieces on the center console and door cards. The ride is stiff, but it makes the car fun and incredibly responsive for its size. The engine (mine is non-S, 280hp) is adequate for its size. Compared to the CX-5, it's maybe a little less responsive at very low speeds (i.e. 0-20 mph) due to its weight, but then has way more power at higher speeds, especially when you let that turbo do the work. In normal mode, the transmission shifts pretty early to keep the engine quiet and the ride smooth. Once you put it in sport mode, the shifts happen at higher RPMs and the engine really starts come alive. It sounds so good... from what I could find out online, there's no fake engine noise, just potentially a physical connection between the engine bay and the cabin to improve resonance. You might have read reviews about weird transmission behavior... I personally don't feel it. While you can feel shifting (especially at lower speeds), it seems comparable to the CX-5 to me. Get a CVT if you prefer smooth acceleration. For $40k, the car feels plenty refined. Not sure if at higher trims the competitors feel more refined. Some negative opinions you read online could be about the PHEV version, which had a very rough start. Here's a few downsides: 1. No lane centering. It's there on higher trims, but other manufacturers add it on all trims. 2. Surprisingly little cargo space for the size of the vehicle, because the cargo floor is very high. Cargo space is still more than compact SUVs, but probably less than other 3-row SUVs when the third row is down. In general, the car doesn't use its 202" very efficiently. I can't imagine the CX-90 being useful as a 3-row SUV. 4. The car is stable at any speed, but wind noise starts to become noticeable above 75mph, and also mpg starts to drop significantly below advertised highway estimates. 5. Android Auto issues. The music can skip at first, it takes a few minutes to stop happening.
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