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Could You Recommend the Mazda CX-90 as an Excellent SUV for Families?
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franchcars
- Posts: 41
- Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:38 pm
Great job on the video. Being a family person myself, I can totally get behind a review that includes first-hand accounts, opinions, and criticisms. Such a lovely family; I appreciate you writing this. I am at a different stage of life now that my kids are grown and I have grandkids in car seats, but I still think the CX90 is a great family vehicle.
The CX-90's third-row seating is deplorable in my opinion. Legroom is severely limited in the second row due to the seats' low height, which prevents passengers from putting their feet under them. The cargo area behind the third row when folded down and with the second row seats folded down is much larger in my 2008 Mazda CX-9, and there is also much more space in the third row overall. Plus, I've never experienced a check engine light in the eighteen years that I've owned my CX-9. Sadly, that is not the case with my 2024 CX-90. The store has had it in their possession for a few weeks now, patiently waiting for a new MHEV hybrid battery, which is now on back order.
Tragically, it seems like your vehicle is giving you quite a running for your money. When it comes to cargo capacity, Mazda usually puts driving dynamics and flair ahead of anything else. The third row was a major selling point for several of the evaluations I read when comparing the CX-70 and CX-90. Among the many reasons we chose the CX-90 was its third row, which greatly enhances its utility. Our first impressions of the adult third row were that it offered more space for legs than the GLS, which is one of the passenger cabins. In comparison to the MDX we drove, it is somewhat larger. Ultimately, if maximisation of third row comfort is an important goal when selecting a car, there are better options than the CX-90's serviceable third row.
Keep in mind that I am not now trash-talking Mazda. I still find that this vehicle meets my requirements for a CUV; I typically drive it alone, therefore I value a vehicle with good handling. I have been satisfied with my 2008 CX-9. It is a lovely vehicle. The first month's supply of the 3.7L V6 was purchased by me. The CX-90 seems like it was hurried to market, which is understandable given the complexity of modern vehicles. What matters most is how Mazda handles customer displeasure and how it fixes problems when they happen.
This vehicle might not be the best choice for families with teenagers in the third row because of the cramped conditions on that level. Having said that, the CX-90 is an excellent choice for families if you ever find yourself in a bind.
While Mazda has made many improvements to this car, they have also made several setbacks compared to the previous generation of six-cylinder vehicles, which were released more than ten years ago. These include an increase in engine and third-room noise, a less refined gearbox and so on.
I must express my opinion about this.... Among compact SUVs, the CX-90 has the most power and handling. On rare occasions, it can outperform its pricing category. A fantastic car in the making, provided they fix the dependability issues.
This vehicle might not be the best choice for families with teenagers in the third row because of the cramped conditions on that level. Having said that, the CX-90 is an excellent choice for families if you ever find yourself in a bind.
While Mazda has made many improvements to this car, they have also made several setbacks compared to the previous generation of six-cylinder vehicles, which were released more than ten years ago. These include an increase in engine and third-room noise, a less refined gearbox and so on.
I must express my opinion about this.... Among compact SUVs, the CX-90 has the most power and handling. On rare occasions, it can outperform its pricing category. A fantastic car in the making, provided they fix the dependability issues.
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Loonie4cars
- Posts: 37
- Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:49 pm
I also believe that it was hurried to market. Experienced a 24 CX-90 PP PHEV race. Many bothersome problems, unrelated to the driving train. I went for a 26 CX-90 PP with a turbo inline 6-cylinder engine, taking a gamble on it. Completely distinct species. There are no flaws. Happy.
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NavemRash4u
- Posts: 32
- Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:01 pm
Has the 2026 been in your possession for a while?
Do you know if the PHEV had flaws from the get-go or if they appeared later on?
And the 2026 doesn't have any of those issues, right? Those that weren't associated with the PHEV drivetrain, that is.
Do you know if the PHEV had flaws from the get-go or if they appeared later on?
And the 2026 doesn't have any of those issues, right? Those that weren't associated with the PHEV drivetrain, that is.