2026 MAZDA CX-70 BUYER’S GUIDE

 

2026 MAZDA CX-70

BUYER’S GUIDE

Mid-Size Two-Row Crossover SUV

Starting MSRP: $42,250

7 Trim Levels • 3 Powertrains • Standard AWD

MSRP excludes $1,530 destination & handling. Dealers set final prices.

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What’s New for 2026

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 receives meaningful updates across the lineup that enhance value, style, and capability. Here’s what’s changed:

Exterior Updates

• New gloss black Mazda emblems and black badges on the rear liftgate across all models

• Continued “black out” sporty exterior theme carried forward from the CX-70’s launch design

Interior and Comfort Upgrades

• Ventilated front seats now standard on the base 3.3 Turbo Preferred trim (previously unavailable)

• Heated rear seats now standard on the 3.3 Turbo Preferred

• Heated steering wheel now standard on the 3.3 Turbo Preferred

• 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar and 2-position memory now standard on Preferred

• 8-way power adjustable passenger seat now standard on Preferred

PHEV Improvements

• EPA-estimated all-electric range increased to 30 miles (up from previous model year)

• PHEV trim lineup restructured with SC and SC Plus designations

• Charge Mode button and EV mode added to Mi-Drive on PHEV models

Trim Lineup and Pricing

The CX-70 is available in seven trims across three powertrain tiers. All models come standard with i-ACTIV all-wheel drive, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and Kinematic Posture Control.

Trim	MSRP	Power	Fuel	MPG	Tow
3.3 Turbo Preferred AWD	$42,250	280 HP / 332 lb-ft	Regular	24/28/25	3,500 lbs
3.3 Turbo Premium AWD	$46,280	280 HP / 332 lb-ft	Regular	24/28/25	5,000 lbs
3.3 Turbo Premium Plus AWD	$49,570	280 HP / 332 lb-ft	Regular	24/28/25	5,000 lbs
3.3 Turbo S Premium AWD	$53,240	340 HP / 369 lb-ft	Premium	23/28/25	5,000 lbs
3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus AWD	$56,670	340 HP / 369 lb-ft	Premium	23/28/25	5,000 lbs
PHEV SC AWD	$44,250	323 HP / 369 lb-ft	Premium	30 mi EV	3,500 lbs
PHEV SC Plus AWD	$47,250	323 HP / 369 lb-ft	Premium	30 mi EV	3,500 lbs

MPG shown as City/Highway/Combined. PHEV models show EV-only range instead of MPG.

Trim-by-Trim Breakdown

3.3 Turbo Preferred AWD — $42,250

Engine: e-SKYACTIV G 3.3L Inline-6 Turbo with M Hybrid Boost (48V mild hybrid). 280 HP and 332 lb-ft on regular fuel. EPA-estimated 24 city / 28 highway / 25 combined MPG.

The entry-level Preferred sets a high bar with an extensive list of standard features for 2026:

• 21-inch black metal finish alloy wheels with 275/45 R21 tires

• Black honeycomb front grille, roof rails, rear roof spoiler, and exterior garnishes

• Power sunroof with one-touch open/close and interior sunshade

• LED headlights with auto-leveling, LED DRLs, LED taillights, High Beam Control

• Rain-sensing wipers, privacy glass, power heated side mirrors with LED turn signals

• Power rear liftgate with programmable height

• Leather seating (black or greige), ventilated front seats, heated front and rear seats

• Heated steering wheel, leather-wrapped shift knob and steering wheel

• 8-way power driver’s seat with lumbar and 2-position memory; 8-way power passenger seat

• Retractable rear sunshades, paddle shifters, wireless phone charger

• 12.3-inch Mazda Connect center display with wireless Apple CarPlay / Android Auto

• 7-inch TFT LCD instrument cluster, 8-speaker audio, Alexa Built-in

• 4 USB-C ports (2 front, 2 rear), Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry, push-button start

• Automatic 3-zone climate control, remote-folding rear seats, sub-trunk storage

• i-Activsense safety: Smart Brake Support, Blind Spot Monitoring, Mazda Radar Cruise with Stop & Go, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Vehicle Exit Warning, Rear View Monitor (static), Driver Attention Alert, front and rear parking sensors

• Mi-Drive modes: Sport / Off-Road

• Towing capacity: 3,500 lbs

3.3 Turbo Premium AWD — $46,280

Adds to Preferred:

• Towing mode added to Mi-Drive, increasing max tow to 5,000 lbs

• Hands-free power rear liftgate

• Auto-folding, auto-dimming side mirrors; shark fin antenna

• Piano black door handles and pillar garnishes; silver front bumper valence

• 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster with Active Driving Display (HUD)

• Bose 12-speaker premium audio system

• Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror with Homelink garage door opener

• Mazda Online Navigation, SiriusXM with 3-month trial

• Upgraded interior LED lighting (rear console, overhead shifter area, door pockets)

• Added safety: Cruising & Traffic Support, Emergency Lane Keeping (Blind Spot Assist, Road Keep Assist, Head-on Traffic Avoidance), Secondary Collision Reduction, Traffic Sign Recognition, Speed Limit Assist added to Radar Cruise

3.3 Turbo Premium Plus AWD — $49,570

Adds to Premium:

• Nappa leather seats (black or red, without quilting)

• Power panoramic sunroof (replaces standard sunroof)

• Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) and Signature headlamp/taillights

• Windshield wiper de-icer, 150-watt cargo area outlet

• Interior mid panel — leather with stitching and piping (black or red)

• Added safety: 360° View Monitor with See-Through View and Trailer Hitch View, Front Cross Traffic Alert, Smart Brake Support Rear, Smart Brake Support Front Crossing, Security System (burglar alarm), Rear View Monitor upgraded to dynamic guide lines

3.3 Turbo S Premium AWD — $53,240

Engine: e-SKYACTIV G 3.3L Inline-6 Turbo (High Output) with M Hybrid Boost. 340 HP and 369 lb-ft on premium fuel. EPA-estimated 23 city / 28 highway / 25 combined MPG. Induction Sound Enhancer included.

Includes all features from the Standard PT models plus:

• 21-inch black metal + machine cut finish alloy wheels

• Body-color lower bumpers, wheel arch molding, and door garnishes with black chrome

• Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel with memory setting

• Driver Personalization System and Driver Monitoring

• Nappa leather seats (black or red, without quilting)

• Power panoramic sunroof, body-color front bumper guard

• Smart Brake Support Turn-Across Traffic and Smart Brake Support Rear with pedestrian detection

• Full i-Activsense safety suite including all features from Premium Plus

• Towing capacity: 5,000 lbs with Mi-Drive Towing mode

3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus AWD — $56,670

Adds to Turbo S Premium:

• Quilted Tan Nappa leather seats

• Two-tone leather-wrapped steering wheel

• Suede dash inserts with stitching and piping (tan)

• Rear foot lamp, door trim indirect illumination

• Windshield wiper de-icer, 150-watt cargo outlet

• Gun Metallic (standard) or Bright (optional) IP decoration panel

PHEV SC AWD — $44,250

Powertrain: e-SKYACTIV PHEV producing 323 HP and 369 lb-ft on premium fuel. 30-mile EPA-estimated all-electric range. 8-speed automatic with Charge Mode button and Mi-Drive EV mode. 3,500 lbs towing capacity.

Standard features include:

• 19-inch gray metallic alloy wheels with 265/55 R19 tires

• Leatherette seating, 8-way power driver’s seat with lumbar, 4-way manual passenger seat

• PHEV fender badge and black SC liftgate badge

• 12.3-inch center display with wired Apple CarPlay / Android Auto (touchscreen)

• 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster, 8-speaker audio

• Alexa Built-in, 4 USB-A ports and 4 USB-C ports, push-button start

• Power liftgate, heated side mirrors with LED turn signals

• Safety: Smart Brake Support, Blind Spot Monitoring, Mazda Radar Cruise, Lane Keep Assist, Driver Attention Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Rear View Monitor (static)

• Note: No heated seats, heated steering wheel, or wireless phone charger on base PHEV SC

PHEV SC Plus AWD — $47,250

Adds to PHEV SC:

• Leather seating (black or greige), 8-way power passenger seat

• Driver’s seat upgraded to 8-way with lumbar and 2-position memory

• Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, heated steering wheel

• Active Driving Display (HUD), retractable rear sunshades

• Interior mid panel — leather with piping, front foot lamp illumination

• Spare tire, floor mats, wireless phone charger

• Added safety: Secondary Collision Reduction, front and rear parking sensors

Packages and Options

Mazda keeps the CX-70 option sheet simple — there are no additional packages available for 2026. The only factory options are premium paint colors.

Available Exterior Colors

Color	Price / Notes
Jet Black Mica	Standard
Rhodium White Premium	+$595
Soul Red Crystal Metallic	+$595
Zircon Sand Metallic	+$595
Polymetal Gray Metallic	+$595
Melting Copper Metallic	+$595 (not avail. on Preferred or PHEV SC)

Interior Color Options

• Preferred: Black or Greige leather

• Premium: Black or Greige leather

• Premium Plus: Black or Red Nappa leather

• Turbo S Premium: Black or Red Nappa leather

• Turbo S Premium Plus: Tan quilted Nappa leather only

• PHEV SC: Black leatherette

• PHEV SC Plus: Black or Greige leather

Key Specifications

Powertrain Comparison

	Standard PT	High PT	PHEV
Engine	3.3L I6 Turbo	3.3L I6 Turbo (High)	e-SKYACTIV PHEV
Horsepower	280 HP @ 5,000 rpm	340 HP @ 5,000 rpm	323 HP (system)
Torque	332 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm	369 lb-ft (system)
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Premium	Premium
Mild Hybrid	48V M Hybrid Boost	48V M Hybrid Boost	N/A (full PHEV)
Transmission	8-speed automatic	8-speed automatic	8-speed automatic
EV Range	N/A	N/A	30 miles
Tow Capacity	3,500 / 5,000 lbs*	5,000 lbs	3,500 lbs
EPA MPG (C/H/Comb)	24/28/25	23/28/25	—

*Standard PT: 3,500 lbs on Preferred; 5,000 lbs on Premium and above with Towing mode.

Dimensions and Capacity

Measurement	Value
Wheelbase	122.8 in
Overall Length	200.8 in (201.6 with plate holder)
Overall Width (with mirrors)	84.9 in
Overall Height (without antenna)	68.2 in
Ground Clearance (21-in wheels)	8.1 in
Seating Capacity	5 passengers
Front Headroom (with moonroof)	39.7 in (Std PT)
Rear Headroom	39.3 in (Std PT)
Front Leg Room	41.7 in
Rear Leg Room	39.4 in
Cargo Volume (behind 2nd row)	39.6 cu ft
Cargo Volume (seats folded)	75.3 cu ft
Passenger Volume	141.6 cu ft
Fuel Tank	18.5 gal (Std PT / PHEV); 19.6 gal (High PT)
Curb Weight	4,863 lbs (High PT); 5,198 lbs (PHEV)
Turning Circle (curb-to-curb)	38.1 ft radius

Wheels and Tires

• Standard PT and High PT: 21 x 9.5J alloy wheels with 275/45 R21 M+S tires

• PHEV: 19 x 8J alloy wheels with 265/55 R19 M+S tires

• Spare tire: Temporary spare standard on all trims except PHEV SC (available on SC Plus)

Brakes

• Front: Ventilated disc, 13.8 in / 350 mm (12.9 in / 328 mm on Preferred)

• Rear: Ventilated disc, 12.0 in

• Electronic parking brake with auto-hold on all models

Shopping Tips

Which Trim is Right for You?

Best Value: The 3.3 Turbo Preferred at $42,250 is remarkably well-equipped for 2026, with ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power 8-way driver’s seat all now standard. Most buyers will find everything they need here.

Sweet Spot: The 3.3 Turbo Premium at $46,280 adds the 5,000-lb tow rating, hands-free liftgate, Bose audio, full digital cluster, HUD, navigation, and a meaningful step up in safety tech. If you plan to tow, this is the entry point for the higher tow rating.

Luxury Pick: The 3.3 Turbo S Premium at $53,240 brings 340 HP, the full safety suite, Nappa leather, power panoramic sunroof, and the 360° camera. It’s the most complete package before the top-tier cosmetic upgrades.

PHEV Consideration: The PHEV SC at $44,250 makes sense if you have a short commute and can charge at home. However, the base PHEV SC is notably stripped compared to the gas Preferred — no heated seats, no heated wheel, no wireless charging, and leatherette instead of leather. The SC Plus at $47,250 addresses most of these gaps.

Key Competitors

Cross-shop the CX-70 against the Toyota Grand Highlander, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Telluride, Chevrolet Traverse, Jeep Grand Cherokee, and Honda Passport. The CX-70’s inline-6 powertrain, standard AWD, and premium interior materials set it apart in this segment.

Things to Know Before You Buy

• All CX-70 models are 2-row, 5-passenger only. If you need a 3rd row, look at the CX-90.

• The Standard PT engine runs on regular fuel; High PT and PHEV require premium.

• 5,000-lb towing requires the Premium trim or higher (and Mazda Genuine Towing Accessories).

• PHEV models use 19-inch wheels rather than the 21-inch wheels on gas models.

• Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto is standard on all gas models but not the base PHEV SC (wired only).

• No factory option packages exist — choose your trim and color, and that’s it.

• Destination and handling adds $1,530 ($1,575 in Alaska) on top of MSRP.

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Information sourced from Mazda’s official 2026 CX-70 Specification Deck and Press Release (October 2025)