The Mazda CX-70 is cheaper than the CX-90 from which it is derived
The Japanese manufacturer Mazda took everyone by surprise with the launch of CX-70. While we were expecting a smaller vehicle, the manufacturer was content to timidly rework the appearance of the CX-90 and remove a row of seats to present it as an all-new model. The pricing strategy for this new model is now known, and it respects the hierarchy in the manufacturer’s range, while approaching that of the CX-90.
6 versions are offered of this new CX-70. The GS-L and GT are equipped with the 3.3-liter inline 6-cylinder engine equipped with 48-volt mild hybridization (MHEV) technology with a power of 280 horsepower, while the GT-P versions and Signature instead push 340 horsepower from this same engine. Then come the GS-L and GT versions equipped with the mechanical plug-in hybrid composed of a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder juxtaposed with a 173-horsepower electric motor, bringing the total power to 323 horsepower. These two plug-in hybrid versions offer an approved range of 42 kilometers, like the CX-90, thanks to a 17.8 kilowatt-hour battery. All CX-70s are equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive.
The price details of the 2025 CX-70, including transport and preparation costs, are as follows, in comparison with those of the 2024 CX-90 from which it is derived:
| Engines | Releases | 2024 Mazda CX-90 | 2025 Mazda CX-70 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MHEV | GS | $48,925 | ND |
| GS-L | $52,325 | $52,752 | |
| GT | $58,375 | $57,352 | |
| GT-P | $62,325 | $61,302 | |
| Signature | $66,575 | $65,302 | |
| PHEV | GS | $57,925 | ND |
| GS-L | $62,975 | $61,752 | |
| GT | $67,375 | $66,352 |
You’ll notice that, unlike its three-row sibling, the CX-70 won’t offer the two entry-level GS trims, leaving room for the GS-L trims for people looking for a more attractive price. This GS-L version of the CX-70 is more expensive than that of the CX-90, but the onboard equipment is larger, notably with a sunroof and the capacity to tow 2272 kg (5000 lb) as standard. As a result, taking into account the equipment differences, the CX-70 ends up being about $1,000 cheaper than the equivalently equipped CX-90.
The range opens with the GS-L version with a 6-cylinder engine which offers, as standard equipment, the sunroof, heated front seats, three-zone air conditioning and all driving assistance systems. The GT version adds 21-inch wheels, a panoramic sunroof, a better audio system and the 360-degree camera, among others, while the GT-P allows access to the 340 horsepower engine for more power. The Signature version allows you to add more refined stylistic accessories as well as a 12.3-inch screen in the center. For the plug-in hybrid version, the equipment differences are also similar.
The Mazda CX-70 will arrive in Canada this spring.
