# Mazda CX-90 specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2026
- **MPG (combined):** 25-26
- **Drive:** 4WD
- **Years covered:** 2024-2026

## Quick answer

The 2026 Mazda CX-90 is a midsize/large SUV rated at 25-26 mpg combined. Engines: 3.3L V6 turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid.

## Every 2026 Mazda CX-90 version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | 240V charge | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| CX-90 4WD | 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | 4WD | Automatic | 24/28 | 26 mpg | 2.0 h | $3,150 | 159 g/mi |
| CX-90 4WD | 3.3L V6 turbo hybrid | 4WD | Automatic | 23/28 | 25 mpg | -- | $2,700 | 358 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Mazda CX-90 specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | 3.3L V6 turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic | 4WD | 25-26 |
| 2025 | 3.3L V6 turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic | 4WD | 25 |
| 2024 | 3.3L V6 turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic | 4WD | 25 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the CX-90 changed over the years?

- **2026:** combined mpg went from 25 to 25-26.

## What does it cost to run a CX-90?

The EPA puts the 2026 Mazda CX-90's fuel cost at **$2,700-$3,300 a year**, against about $3,016 for other current midsize/large SUVs: about average. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $15,000 in fuel.

## CX-90 vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Jeep Cherokee](/vehicles/jeep-cherokee) | Hybrid | 37 mpg | $1,800 |
| [Toyota Grand Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-grand-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 22-36 mpg | $1,850-$3,050 |
| [Toyota Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-35 mpg | $1,900-$2,800 |
| [Kia Telluride](/vehicles/kia-telluride) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-35 mpg | $1,900-$3,550 |
| [Hyundai Palisade](/vehicles/hyundai-palisade) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-34 mpg | $1,950-$3,550 |
| [Volvo XC90](/vehicles/volvo-xc90) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [Lexus TX](/vehicles/lexus-tx) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [BMW X5](/vehicles/bmw-x5) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15-26 mpg | $3,150-$5,500 |

Other current midsize/large SUVs from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2026 Mazda CX-90 get?

The 2026 Mazda CX-90 is EPA-rated at 25-26 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2026 Mazda CX-90 have?

The 2026 Mazda CX-90 comes with: 3.3L V6 turbo hybrid; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with 4WD.

### Is there a hybrid Mazda CX-90?

Yes. The Mazda CX-90 has been offered as a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which.

### Which Mazda CX-90 year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2026 Mazda CX-90 has the highest combined rating, up to 26 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Mazda CX-90 for a year?

About $2,700-$3,300 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Mazda CX-90?

The most efficient 2026 version, the CX-90 4WD, is rated 24 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (26 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2026 Mazda CX-90 emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 159-358 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Does the 2026 Mazda CX-90 come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2026 Mazda CX-90 is offered with 4WD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Mazda CX-90 cheap to run compared with other midsize/large SUVs?

About average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $2,700-$3,300 compares with about $3,016 for other current midsize/large SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

## All Mazda SUVs

- [Mazda CX-30](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-30)
- [Mazda CX-5](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-5)
- [Mazda CX-50](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-50)

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- [Mazda 3](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-3)
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- [Mazda 2](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-2): discontinued
- [Mazda 6](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-6): discontinued
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- [BMW X5](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/bmw-x5)
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## Car care

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Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-90
Updated: 2026-11-03
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