2026 Mazda CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 is essentially a CX-90 with its third row of seats removed, offering a larger cargo capacity in return. Like the CX-90, the CX-70 is offered with the choice of three engines: a pair of turbocharged six-cylinder engines and the plug-in hybrid (PHEV), covered here. Like many PHEVs, the CX-70 helps to bridge the gap between conventional and fully electric vehicles, providing a decent amount of all-electric driving range before it switches on its engine and drives like a regular hybrid. Like other Mazdas, the CX-70 stands out from the crowd with a more refined interior and sharper overall performance. This year, Mazda has drastically lowered the price for the CX-70 PHEV, though there's a catch.

The CX-70 Plug-in Hybrid was previously considerably more expensive than a standard gas-only CX-70, making it hard to fully justify buying one. But that's changed for 2026. The starting price for the PHEV is now similar to that for the regular CX-70. To do that, however, Mazda has cut some features that were previously standard equipment. As such, the Plug-in Hybrid isn't quite as well equipped as the regular gas-powered CX-70. But you'll definitely save on gas over the long run as long as you can frequently charge your CX-70 PHEV at home. This year's CX-70 also has a slightly longer all-electric range: 32 miles compared to last year's 26 miles.