2024 Mazda CX-90 First Drive: Battle on Two Fronts

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San Francisco, CA - The Mazda CX-90 is the latest model to join Mazda’s seventh generation lineup, started by the Mazda3 and CX-30 and continuing with the CX-50 and now this latest six- seven- or eight-person flagship SUV.

It is here to do battle with established players such as the Nissan Pathfinder, Honda Pilot and Toyota Highlander. But because the CX-90 can be spec-ed in a variety of ways, Mazda says it also aims to go up against against luxury players like the Acura MDX and Infiniti QX60. It’s a fight on two fronts, of sorts, and it’s a big task to undertake. Does the CX-90 have the chops?

The exterior
There isn’t much to quibble about regarding the CX-90’s looks - this is one darn good-looking crossover. Not much of a surprise coming from Mazda.

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