More info on the 2024 Mazda CX-90 Turbo Preferred Plus here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-mazda-cx-90-review-a1943302819/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Ratings and test results on every car CR purchases and tests: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Mazda is aiming upscale with the 2024 CX-90, creating an all-new three-row SUV that separates itself from mainstream models like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, and Ford Explorer, with aspirations toward luxury brands such as Acura, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz. The CX-90 Turbo Preferred Plus we purchased anonymously for our test program is built on a brand-new platform, and boasts Mazda’s first-ever inline six-cylinder engine mated to the brand’s own eight-speed automatic transmission. But will all the new changes be enough to impress buyers within the highly competitive market? We also explain CR’s testing process, from the moment we purchase a vehicle to when we publish our conclusions in our Road Test report.
SHOW NOTES
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00:00 – Introduction
00:15 – 2024 Mazda CX-90 first impressions
01:19 – What is new about the CX-90
03:02 – The Mazda Buyer
04:39 – How It Drives
07:19 – The Ride
08:10 – Can Mazda pull off a 60K SUV?
10:19 – Interior Fit and Finish
12:05 – Controls
14:37 – Rear Seats
15:52 – Question 1: From the time CR purchases a vehicle for the test program how long does it take for the full review to be posted on the website?
20:50 – Question 2: Why does it seem impossible to lease an EV at MSRP and get the EV credit back as lease cash?
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All-New 2024 Mazda CX-90 Aims Up-and Makes A Direst Hit
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/suvs/2024-mazda-cx-90-review-a1943302819/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
2024 Mazda CX-90
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/mazda/cx-90/2024/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Most Reliable and Fuel-Efficient New Midsize SUVs
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/car-reliability-owner-satisfaction/new-midsized-suvs-most-reliable-fuel-efficient-a2811867777/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
New Cars on the Horizon
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/new-cars-on-the-horizon-a1920770135/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
How Leasing an EV Can Save You Money
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buying-a-car/how-leasing-an-ev-can-save-you-money-a6013438463/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
Leasing vs. Buying a New Car
https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buying-a-car/leasing-vs-buying-a-new-car-a9135602164/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT
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I'm really looking forward to the cx 70. I feel like there is alot of us that just want a 5 seater with ample room. The cx5 is just kinda dinky
It will great to drive the diesel version when it will be sell in Europe
Mazda made a big mistake when they shaved 60 hp from the same engine to justify the much higher prices of the S models!
Mazda up to now has been moving upscale since the launch in 2017 of the CX-5, now and still the top selling Mazda. The CX-50 took it incremental more upscale. The CX-30 did the same. Now the CX-90 is moving much more in the upscale direction with a new powertrain that is fully modern (8 speed automatic instead of 6 speed, inline 6 instead of inline 4). I think as long as their reliability holds up they will continue to do well. It is like Subaru was years ago – a small company that appeals to performance drivers for a cheaper price than the European imports. Really appreciate the background on how they test the cars over 8 weeks pending weather and then discuss, and write the 5000 word story. Very interesting!
EV rules for tax credits are confusing. Here are some to try to help: If you are single and you make a modified AGI over $150,000, you don't get any credit. If you are married and you make a modified AGI over $300,000 you don't get any credit. If you are the head of household and you make a modified AGI over $225,000 you don't get any credit. In 2024 the rules will be simplified. The new rule is that if you’re buying a clean vehicle, you will have the option, beginning in 2024, to take the EV tax credit as a discount at the time you purchase the vehicle. Essentially, you would be transferring the credit to the dealer, who would be able to lower the price of the vehicle by the amount of the credit. This means that you won’t have to wait until it’s time to file your tax return to benefit from the electric vehicle tax credit.
27:20There’s EV’s then there’s Tesla. EV’s have dealerships, advertising, msrp rebates. Then there’s Tesla which has NONE OF THAT MESS!!!!
So how was the plug in hybrid?
Oh wow another 3 row SUV-Mazda has horrible trade in value-No Mazda is worth $60000-look elsewhere Toyota-Honda.
Its amazing how long you speak about EVs and don't mention Tesla!
Talk about above msrp… no mention of Tesla.
Talk about tax credit… no mention of Tesla.
Talk about EVs being expensive, no mention the Model 3 after tax credits is cheaper than a Camry!
No wonder people feel you are anti Tesla, I was both shocked and disappointed
I just don't understand this obsession of adults that want to try and fit in the third row of a family car. This is an edge case argument that shouldn't be part of the conversation of which 3 row SUV is best.
Car reviewers need to be more brutal, like the tech reviewers. The more triggered the fanboys, the better. CR is the only car reviewer who does this. Every other car reviewers on youtube are too afraid of the mob.
As someone who only buys Subarus and Mazdas, there’s no way I’m paying $60k when I can get a Forester for 1/3 less
I bought a 2017 XT5 with the electronic shifter. It took me a day to get used to it. I love it now. I'm buying a CX 90, and the shifter is not an issue.
I’m not having problems with the info screen, the short cut buttons make it so simple…..
All three of these “experts” are dead wrong about the shifter. Everyone hates push button shifters so much worse. Having to look down to make 3 point turns in a giant vehicle and slam it into park? No. This is the last frontier of manual controls. Next they’ll suggest putting them behind screens to save money, lol. A driver should have and feel control behind a 2 ton object.
so like a Mercedes or BMW…but reliable…and not cost a fortune to repair!
HI KEITH, GABE, AND MIKE, HOW ARE YOU?? UH, WHEN YOU WERE TALKING ABOUT ELECTRIC CARS SELLING ABOVE THE MULRONEY WINDOW STICKER, DOES THAT INCLUDE TESLAS?? AND WHILE KEITH MENTIONED THIS MIGHT NOT BE THE BEST YEAR TO BUY AN EV CAR, ISN'T TESLA GIVING BIG DISCOUNTS ON THE MODEL THREE?? I FOUND IT VERY UNUSUAL FOR A SHOW, YOURS OR OTHERWISE, GOING FOR A HALF AN HOUR TO, I BELIEVE, NOT MENTIONING THE TESLA NAME ?? THANKS GUYS!! GLAD TO SEE GABE AGAIN!!
"Giving financial aid to rich people is probably not something we should advocate" Thank you Gabe! Would you run for Congress?
I have owned two Mazdas purchased new: A 1990 626 with manual transmission and my current 2014 Mazda 6 Sport also with a manual transmission. The 2014 now has 109K miles and is capable of returning 35mpg @ 80 mph. I have had absolutely no mechanical issues and do my own routine maintenance. The Skyactive technology is pretty impressive. I am waiting to see what the real world mpg on the Preferred Plus will be in your testing. We do not need the 3rd seat all the time, but could use the extra space with the 3rd seat down. We also have owned 2 Subaru Foresters from new. A 2011 base trim with auto and our current 2016 base with CVT. The Foresters have been reliable, but I am not a fan of the CVT or engine revs trying to maintain highway speeds on moderate hills. I would appreciate a vehicle with a more relaxed feel for long distance, better driving dynamics and above average fuel mileage for the class. If the CX90 delivers on all of this I am seriously interested.
Not sure they needed the turbo, the earlier Highlanders did well with a non-turbo V6. Problem with turbos, as soon as the boost kicks in, gas mileage drops like a rock. Maybe I missed it, but it needs premium gas.
Thanks for this!
mazda has a massive partnership with Toyota…they build cars in the same factory in Alabama , these guys should know this …they even said Mazda had no partner companies ….wrong!
Seriously. Thank you for the information.
Umm, wasn’t this suppose to be a Mazda CX-90 review?
We tested a cx30 the entertainment system was fumbling to operate this car should have a touch screen when then tested RAV4 hybrid the whole test with the cx 30 we couldn’t figure out how to work the entertainment system with the rav it was so easy myself I’ve been waiting for the cx70 my lease on my 22 pathfinder is up in 2024 September but if it doesn’t have a touchscreen I probably won’t lease it Genesis maybe my choice
Your comments on CX60 ?
I've seen huge number of road tests over the years. I don't remember any where "dummy weight" (mass to be exact) was used to simulate the passenger plus "cargo" in the rear of the vehicle. This is not a realistic testing. Reason for this comment: "you don't need the 340."
The estimate of 8 weeks delay after testing to the actual road report is optimistic in some cases. The BMW X1 report took six months.
I can see "I don't like guy" again preaching how nice Hyundai/Kia is representing his payee interests really well 😂🤣
Sorry but some diet will make you fit better in Miata or CX90 too, seats are designed for average folks … My 6'1" 215lbs fits perfectly comfortable but at the same time I slide around in most American brands
8 seats complains are a joke , 4 adults and 4 small kids maybe … 6 are fine , 7 squeeze and that is perfectly ok .
Shifter, no problem what so ever.
Sportier ride on 21s , just drop 2 psi to 31psi and it will be lot sorter or get 19 inch version .
8:23 Actually Toyota owns quite a bit of the shares of Mazda's