Mazda CX90 Comparisons
2024 CX-90 3.3L e-Skyactiv® G Turbocharged Inline 6 Premium Plus
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2023 Honda Pilot Elite AWD
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Performance
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Longitudinal engine placement and a rear-wheel drive-based platform for engaging, balanced handling; the Pilot has a transverse engine and uses a front-wheel-drive-based platform.
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23% more maximum torque at a much lower, more "real-world" engine speed. (332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm vs. 262 @ 5,000).
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Turbocharged mild hybrid powertrain for a superior combination of responsive performance and fuel economy; the Pilot is not a turbo or a hybrid.
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Double-wishbone front suspension (like Miata) for the ultimate in ride quality and handling precision; the Pilot has MacPherson struts, like the Honda Civic.
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Standard i-Activ AWD®; the Pilot offers all-wheel drive as an extra-cost option.
Exterior
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9-inch longer wheelbase for commanding stance, refined ride and accommodating interior packaging. (122.8 inches vs. 113.8).
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 More than 2-inch lower roofline for a sleeker, refined and athletic look.(68.7 inches vs. 71.0).
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Available Blind Spot Assist; the Pilot doesn't offer this useful feature.
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Interior
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Clear and colorful 12.3-inch central display touchscreen; the Pilot has a 9.0-inch touchscreen.
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Helpful 360-degree monitor with "See-Through View" that provides more confidence for parking or getting out of tight spaces; the Pilot doesn't offer a see-through feature.
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Inviting, upscale and serene interior with Takumi craftsmanship; the Pilot's interior styling is much more conventional with mid-grade details and materials.
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Addressing Pilot Advantages
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Larger interior (158.4 cubic feet vs. 141.6).
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Available torque-vectoring all-wheel drive: CX-90 has standard i-Activ AWD® and Kinematic Posture Control (KPC) to improve agility and reduce body roll in corners.
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10-speed automatic transmission: CX-90 has an advanced Skyactiv®-Drive 8-speed automatic transmission that integrates a mild hybrid drive system for great responsiveness and efficiency.Â
2024 CX-90 3.3L e-Skyactiv® G Turbocharged Inline 6 Premium Plus
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2023 Kia Telluride SX AWD
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Performance
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Longitudinal engine placement and a rear-wheel drive-based platform for engaging, balanced handling; the Telluride has a transverse engine and uses a front-wheel-drive-based platform.
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23% more maximum torque at a much lower, more "real-world" engine speed. (332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm vs. 262 @ 5,200).
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CX-90's inline 6-cylinder engine is inherently smoother with less vibration and noise than a V6 (the Telluride).
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Turbocharged mild hybrid powertrain for a superior combination of responsive performance and fuel economy; the Telluride is not a turbo and does not have an electric motor assist.
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Double-wishbone front suspension (like Miata) for the ultimate in ride quality and handling precision; the Telluride has MacPherson struts, like the Kia Rio.
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i-Activ AWD® and Kinematic Posture Control (KPC) offer confident steering with a sure-footed and stable ride even on sharp corners; the Telluride doesn't offer comparable handling engineering.
Exterior
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CX-90 features sleek, expressive crossover styling with an upscale, distinctive appearance; the Telluride has a more utilitarian look.
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Nearly 9-inch longer wheelbase for commanding stance, refined ride and accommodating interior packaging. (122.8 inches vs. 114.2).
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Larger wheels and tires. (275/45R21 vs. 245/50R20).Â
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Available auto-dimming side mirrors; not available on the Telluride.
Interior
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Helpful 360-degree monitor with "See-Through View" feature; the Telluride doesn't offer a see-through feature.
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Inviting, upscale and serene interior with Takumi craftsmanship; the Telluride's interior styling is much more conventional, with mid-grade details and materials.
Addressing Telluride Advantages
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Roomier interior: 178.1 cubic feet vs. 141.6 however, CX-90 has plenty of room and more premium environment.
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Larger engine: 3.8-liter vs. 3.3: CX-90's turbocharged engine and electric mild-hybrid assist give the driver a lot more torque, and they get it at a more real-world engine speed: 332 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm vs. 262 @ 5,200.
024 CX-90 3.3L e-Skyactiv® G Turbocharged Inline 6 Premium Plus
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2023 Toyota Highlander Platinum AWD
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Performance
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Longitudinal engine placement and a rear-wheel-drive-based platform for engaging, balanced handling; the Highlander has a transverse engine and uses a front-wheel-drive-based platform.
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Turbocharged 3.3-liter engine with mild hybrid system delivers more horsepower and torque for better responsiveness as soon as the accelerator is pressed:
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(280 horsepower vs. 265-5% more)
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(332 lb-ft of torque vs. 310-7%)
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CX-90's inline 6-cylinder engine is inherently smoother with a more refined feel than the Highlander's 4-cylinder, which has a louder, unappealing sound.
Exterior
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CX-90 features sleek, expressive, upscale crossover styling; the traditional tall SUV proportions give the Highlander a dated appearance.
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More than a foot longer wheelbase: 122.8 inches vs. 112.1 for a commanding stance, refined ride and accommodating interior packaging.
Interior
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Helpful 360-degree monitor with "See-Through View" feature; the Highlander doesn't offer a see-through feature.
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Inviting, upscale and serene interior with Takumi craftsmanship; the Highlander's interior styling is much more conventional, with less than premium details and materials.
Addressing Highlander Advantages
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Larger, more utilitarian appearance: CX-90 is designed to comfortably carry up to 8 passengers in a cleverly engineered package that sports a nearly 5-inch lower roofline and has more 3rd-row legroom.
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Economical 4-cylinder engine: CX-90's efficient mild hybrid powertrain, large fuel capacity and long range between fill-ups make it very easy to live with.
2024 CX-90 3.3L e-Skyactiv® G Turbo S Inline 6 Premium Plus
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2023 Acura MDX Advance Package SH-AWD
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Performance
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Longitudinal engine placement for and a rear-wheel-drive-based platform for engaging, balanced handling; the MDX has a transverse engine and uses a front-wheel-drive-based platform.
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Much more horsepower and torque with turbocharging and electric hybrid assist:
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(340 horsepower vs. 290-17% more)
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(369 lb-ft of torque vs. 267-38% more)
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Peak torque hits right away at just 2,000 rpm; the normally aspirated MDX has to rev all the way to 4,700 rpm.
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CX-90's inline 6-cylinder engine is inherently smoother with less vibration and noise than a V6 (MDX).
Exterior
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9-inch longer wheelbase for commanding stance, refined ride and accommodating interior packaging. (122.8 inches vs. 113.8).
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Larger wheels and tires. (275/45R21 vs. 255/50R20).
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Standard Adaptive Front Lighting; the MDX doesn't offer comparable technology.
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Standard Blind Spot Assist; the MDX doesn't offer this useful feature.Â
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Helpful 360-degree monitor with "See-Through View" feature; the MDX doesn't offer a see-through feature.
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Inviting, upscale and serene interior with Takumi craftsmanship-the MDX interior Â
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Driver Personalization System* uses a facial recognition camera to set the ideal driving position; the MDX has conventional adjustments for seat, steering and exterior mirrors.
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*Turbo S Premium and Premium Plus.
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Comfortable third row of seating offers more head, leg and hip room-Â
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Addressing MDX Advantages
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10-speed automatic transmission: CX-90 has an advanced Skyactiv®-Drive 8-speed automatic transmission that integrates a mild hybrid system for great responsiveness and efficiency.
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Available torque-vectoring all-wheel drive: CX-90 has standard i-Activ AWD® and Kinematic Posture Control (KPC) to improve agility and reduce body roll in corners.
2024 CX-90 e-Skyactiv® PHEV Premium Plus
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2023 Volvo XC90 Recharge T8 eAWD Ultimate
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Performance
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Longitudinal engine placement and a rear-wheel-drive-based platform for engaging, balanced handling; the XC90 has a transverse engine and uses a front-wheel-drive-based platform.
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With a tighter turning circle: 38.1 feet vs. 40.0, means that CX-90 can maneuver through tight spots the Volvo can't.
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Kinematic Posture Control (KPC) offers well-controlled body roll; the XC90 doesn't offer a comparable handling feature and
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With 455 total horsepower and 523 lb-ft of total torque, the XC90 Recharge T8 eAWD Ultimate holds a clear performance advantage over the CX-90 PHEV Premium Plus which has 323 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of torque.
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But that advantage comes at a very high price. With an MSRP of $79,400, the Volvo costs $22,450 more than the $56,950 Mazda.
Exterior
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CX-90 features sleek and expressive crossover styling with an upscale, distinctive appearance. The classic Volvo "wagon" styling gives the XC90 a more traditional appearance.
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Over 5-inch longer wheelbase for commanding stance, refined ride and accommodating interior packaging.
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(122.8 inches. vs. 117.5).
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CX-90's wider wheel track gives it a more "planted" stance and improves handling stability.
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(Front: 67.1 inches vs. 65.6)
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(Rear 67.2 inches vs. 65.6)
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CX-90's available panoramic moonroof can be opened to let the outdoors in-the Volvo's glass roof doesn't open.
Interior
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Clear and colorful 12.3-inch central display touchscreen; the XC90 has a small 9.0-inch touchscreen that is position low in the center stack requiring more eye movement to see it.
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More headroom and shoulder room in all three rows; the XC90's smaller passenger space measurements can make it feel snug.
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Helpful 360-degree monitor with "See-Through View" feature; the XC90 doesn't offer a see-through feature.
Addressing XC90 Advantages
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More powerful plug-in hybrid powertrain: The CX-90 PHEV's advanced plug-in hybrid powertrain balances strong power and responsiveness with fuel efficiency and value for the price.
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Volvo's excellent safety reputation: The CX-90 PHEV offers a number of safety and driver assist features that are not available on the XC90, including Vehicle Exit Warning and Front Cross Traffic Alert with Front Cross Traffic Braking.
