Is the 2025 Mazda CX-70 a BETTER luxury sport SUV than a Lexus RX 350? 

Okay, Joe, I am now leaning towards the 2025 Civic Hybrid. Makes sense to me since it's coming this summer, and it's right around the corner 😌

This Mazda CX70 is sharp, Joe, and love the painted fenders flares, with Zircon Sand color. I just wish they made the taillights a little different compared to the CX90.

@@DarkJediChrisG-1425hmmm 😂

@@DarkJediChrisG-1425that would have been a nice touch

Raiti, any jerkiness from the transmission? I've heard the software update fixed that.

I totally agree with you!

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too bad it’s only in a giant suv for moms and not in a sedan so it’s sorta wasted

Sedans are a total waste. So are midsize or compact SUVs with 3rd row seats only options. Mazda is doing it right here offering space, style, performance and luxury at a great price … quality and reliability seems to be on par or better than most Japanese or German cars.

@@DucaPro4X sedans and most SUVs are a waste? are you ok in the head? so every car is a waste? what is wrong with you?

I’m looking to trade my scat for one of this 🥲 would hate to let go my manual scat but idk this suvs looks good

The breakfast of champions!

You better believe it

Thanks for starting your day with us!

and more importantly, reliability

I like the way that you think!

Trust me I feel the same way!

I totally agree with you!

The cx50 and cx30 also have touchscreen carplay

@sajka123 - I found the touchscreen to be intrusive and not as nice as the lovely controls you get in this car. The physical buttons make it feel very premium, and it’s done for safety to ensure your eyes are always focused on the road which is a nice touch.

Thanks for letting me share the laughs and the SUVs with you.

Thanks for letting me share it all with you!

I really appreciate your great support!

Oh wow! What did you change to?

@@RaitisRides Quad satin black tips and magnaflow exhaust.

You got a great color.

You are not the first to say that!

That is an understatement.

You have great taste

Heck yeah Anish!

That is a good way to put it!

Yes it is.

What’s a CV?

@@gregoryvierra6114 good catch. I meant CX. Had just been writing on last week’s Genesis GV70.

It has pipes, they are just hidden.

I really felt it drove great in all the modes. Not to sure what they were experienceing.

A software update for powertrain has been available for months for early builds including CX60 diesel. And even then the transmission was smoother than the old 6 speed torque converter.

lmao no

have you not seen lexus and acura??? what are you smoking on @johanjonsson. They just got good value for what they are offering thats all.

I happen to agree... although I see Mazda more as the Audi of Japanese luxury manufacturers. But definitely Mazda is putting themselves in a class of their own. Lexus exteriors are polarizing... And Acura uses too much cheapish piano black on it's interiors (for the money imo *just a "fancy Honda" vibes). Mazda hits all the right notes (engine/power, plush/smart interior design and timeless exteriors)

Great minds think a like!

It is a touch screen

its only a touchscreen with apple carplay enabled

@@Lone-Wolf516 or Android Auto

Yeah they really nailed it!

$55k tho. Luxury car price. Mazda was once a brand the everyday person could afford

@@PolyMazda Starts at $40k.

@@PolyMazdathat was only for a little bit tho when sales fell when Ford had majority of Mazda control.. before the early 00’s Mazda appealed to the same market as it does today, with iconic large sedans, not all based from Ford. Mazda has been doing the whole “up and down” thing since its inception which is kinda funny and quirky, but they’re just so nice and quick you gotta love em for what they make!

Uhhhh you’re missing the point. This is a luxury SUV, therefore the price point is higher than the rest of the range. There is a CX-5 Turbo which is well under this price range if this is too dear, personally my CX-60 GT has been a fantastic car - much better than anything I could’ve got within this price range.

You are awesome l! Thanks for sharing the fun with me!

@@RaitisRides keep up the hard work and allowing us to come along for the rides with you!!! 👊🏽

I totally agree with you Julie! I am so glad to hear that you are enjoying!

That’s easy to identify, you can tell if your Lexus is made in Japan if your VIN starts with a J. My 2016 NX is made in Japan and 8 years later, no major repairs other than the regular service and spark plug replacement. In other words, if it’s not a J, then walk away 😂 It maybe unpopular opinion, but comparing a Lexus to a Mazda is not apples to apples. Mazda may start upping and refining their features for more luxury, but to get those luxurious features ups the price point to $55k for a Mazda, when those features are mostly standard on a Lexus. Also, since you’re a Lexus guy you should know for a fact that Lexus quiet cabins, smooth ride quality, well thought of designs and logic, like the arm rest cup holders slide out or you have power seats in the back, and suspension lasts (granted you take car of it) while Mazda or most non luxury cars will give you a quiet cabin ride or smooth suspension during the first 2-3 years, and designs are just lacking - like it’s a good gesture but no follow through. And all for the same $55k price range, the details are what sets these two cars apart.

Lexus cars are boring to drive.

@@johnnow1 "boring" is something INDIVIDUAL...and this is NOT for you!

@@trolleymctrollsen You contradict yourself. You say "If not made in Japan...walk away:. The 2025 RX 350 is made in Canada...this is why I walk away...simple! Yes, Lexus has a powerful name and image, but no longer the rest that it used to be there. Just look closer to the CX-70 then drive it when released, and you will understand better my initial comment. As Mazda evolved targeting upper clientele, Lexus put on the cruise control...Sad for Lexus.