Compared: 2025 Mazda CX-70 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV

These midsize SUVs from Mazda offer different powertrains and packaging.

Chris Teague | 

Dec 3, 2024 | 3 min read

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The two-row 2025 Mazda CX-70 and CX-70 plug-in-hybrid (PHEV) models build on the foundation laid by the closely related three-row 2024 Mazda CX-90 and CX-90 PHEV. Mazda offers two powertrain options for the new CX-70 models: a hybridturbocharged inline-six-cylinder engine and a 2.5-liter four-cylinder PHEV.

The CX-70 PHEV is available in only two trim levels, compared with the CX-70's five, but there are other key differences to note. Here's how the two stack up in three key areas.

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The CX-70 PHEV's Price Exceeds the CX-70's

Mazda offers a range of trims for the CX-70, with pricing starting at around $42,000 for the base 3.3 Turbo Preferred model. All CX-70s come with a turbocharged 3.3-liter inline-six that produces 280 horsepower, while the available S model boosts the output up to 340 horsepower. All-wheel drive is standard on both CX-70s.

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The CX-70 PHEV comes in only Premium and Premium Plus trims, two of the higher variants from the standard model line. Pricing for the CX-70 PHEV Premium starts at around $56,000, a significant upcharge over the most basic CX-70.

That money buys quite a few features, however, including selectable driving modes, a towing capacity of up to 3,500 pounds, and a bose premium audio system. The SUV is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, an electric motor, and a 17.8-kWh battery pack, making a combined 323 horsepower.

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Both SUVs Get Robust Safety and Infotainment Features

While the CX-70 PHEV line starts higher up the trim ladder, the basic CX-70 is well equipped, with tech and comfort features aplenty. It comes standard with black leather upholstery, automatic climate controls, heated front seats, and a power-adjustable driver's seat.

Infotainment features include a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, wireless phone charging, front and rear USB-A inputs, and an eight-speaker audio system.

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The CX-70 PHEV Premium builds on those features with a power panoramic sunroof, a Bose 12-speaker stereo, four USB-C ports, satellite radio, and three-zone automatic climate controls. It also adds a head-up display for vehicle speed and other information.

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A PHEV Helps the CX-70's Fuel Economy

The Mazda CX-70 PHEV offers an all-electric range of 26 miles, which gives it the ability to function without fuel for short periods. Unlike EVs, the PHEV functions like a traditional hybrid once it exhausts the electric range. Mazda also quotes an estimated 56 MPGe on a full charge.

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Mild hybrids tend to be slightly less efficient than traditional hybrids, but their electric motors do boost fuel economy over pure gas engines. Per Mazda's estimates, the CX-70 with the 280-hp engine returns 24/28/25 mpg on the EPA's city/highway/combined test cycles, but it's worth noting that the S variant drops the city figure to 23 mpg.

All vehicle pricing includes MSRP plus destination charges (set at the time of publication), and will be rounded to the nearest thousand.

Chris Teague

After working in the technology and software industry for several years, Chris Teague began writing as a way to help people outside of that world understand the sometimes very technical work that goes on behind the scenes. With a lifelong love of all things automotive, he turned his attention to breaking news, writing new vehicle reviews, and detailing industry trends.