The 2024 Mazda CX-90 Turbo S Is An Upscale Family SUV For Driving Enthusiasts 

Happy Friday guys! Hope you all had a great week! Its been a few months since we first drove the CX-90 and we go over our impressions on this car after spending a week with one! Mazda also tells us they'll be sending us the PHEV version sometime next month for a week so expect an updated review on that as well! Hope you all have a great weekend! 😃

You want your cake and eat it too. You go on and on about the rear wheel drive “enthusiast” dynamics and then complain about it being less space efficient(missed opportunity). You simply can’t have the long hood, RWD proportions and have efficient packaging. If you want the most space, then you go for the FWD based Grand Highlander, Atlas, Telluride/Palisade. It isn’t a missed opportunity, it was a design decision.

LOVE what Mazda is doing, and couldn't be more excited to see what is to come from one of the best drivers car brands.

I think this is the best looking SUV in the class. Very nicely designed inside and out.

one of the best looking/performing/reliable top 5 AT LEAST… and this guy still has a million things to pick at

This may not have the most interior room, but I’ll give it to Mazda for thinking about materials, driving feel, colors and design!

I believe people forget about Mazda vehicles. This is very nice and I have seen a few other RU-vid videos on this where they compared this vehicle against the like of a BMW and a Mercedes. It didn’t win, but was right there with them and $30k less. That is a win to me. The design is nice by being sporty and luxurious at the same time. If I needed the room, this would be a look and deserves a test drive to compare with other vehicles. The class it competes in has some strong competition and without actually driving I can’t say it is better. But it is really nice.

Mazda has very solid vehicles and styling and imo, fair pricing maybe the best pricing on the market for what you get

You keep mentioning "missed opportunities". Regarding size/space don't think they missed anything at all. It is built to compete across "segments" so, while it may not have as much room as some mainstream rivals, it offers a better interior and driving experience. And, while it may not be as quick as the dragstrip as some of the premium offerings, it has more room than most, and costs tens of thousands less. It is THE sweet spot.

I just got mine in July with the exact interior/exterior but in Canada the top model is still the Signature. It is a beautiful SUV and the fit and finish are way above its peers. If you’re looking for more space get a minivan!

I researched cars for one year (test drive and viewed reviews); a Mazda would never occur to my mind. Until one evening I test drove a Mazda 3, signed the lease, and drove it home. Im so happy with Mazda.

I just bought mine yesterday, and can honestly say that it drives like a dream. I could not be more pleased with my decision. We tested the Telluride and Palisade and this CX-90 bested them both by far.

Awesome vehicle and I love the Mazda CX-90 😍🔥

I love the knob control and if someone has a problem figuring out how the shifter works, they shouldn’t be driving a car.

I typically agree with Sofian’s take on most cars but not on this one. He compares this with other cars that are not direct comparables: less cargo area than a Pilot? (Pilot being a FWD will have a deeper rear cargo compartment) then he says that some things in the CX90 are not as nice as other competitors: names? This is a non-premium RWD 3rd row SUV. It doesn’t have many competitors, maybe the ford explorer? He also criticizes it for not being more ambitious in the design therefore looks like a CX-9… how is this a bad thing? A car manufacturer that is loyal to their design language. Basically a Mazda that looks like a Mazda. Unlike for example Kia/Hyundai/Genesis that have no coherency between their models and look sometimes like Bentleys, Porsches, Mercedes… I have never owned a Mazda but i really like this CX90 and I’m waiting to see the cx70 as we have no use for a 3 row SUV.

I was waiting for this from you!!

People always crying about buying a car with a new drivetrain. It literally comes with a powertrain warranty. I couldn’t imagine waiting years to buy something I want because there is a 0.3% chance there might be an issue and that issue will be fixed for free under warranty. Weirdos

Wow. Mazda is so good with their cut lines, they always have been- just look at how the hood cut lines play off of the headlights

I have had my Mazda for 5 years and it’s been such a great car

That looks like a beautiful SUV! If the CX-5 looks similar in the future, this would be amazing!

I can't wait to see what the CX-70 is like. Perhaps the delay of it's release has to do with refining the drivetrain. Hurry up Mazda! Love the potential of this new platform.

Never thought a 3 row crossover would look better than a Camaro or Challenger.

Missed opportunity? Best looking SUV out right now!!!

Not to be bias, but I owned a 2016 Mazda 3 i-GT hatchback which 100% all parts and assembled in Japan. Been driven over 120K mile and have no issues. Just routine oil change, tire rotations, breaks and spark plugs, plus a can of sea foam every month. I’m looking forward to the Mazda 6 with same power train end of this or next year, preferably 100% in Japan lol

After almost three months of using it I do have some complaint, the downshift at low speed is very noticeable and sometimes can be very annoying, the I-Stop system working not so well, I have to turn it off everytime I started the car. Some random noises can be heard in the cabin. although interior looking very nice but not solid (like BMW x5 for example). The good about it is very nice looking suv, very luxurious look interior, very good on fuel.

Glad to know that Mazda also does walk away auto lock, does anyone know other cars/brands also have such features other than Honda and Acura.

Mazda CX-90 got top safety pick plus on IIHS crash test and if you look at all the individual test scores; it actually has one of the best scores possible.

Awesome to see Mazda go with a turbo inline six!

Check out that interior!! I love a nice two-toned interior especially, on the steering wheel. 😍

Quad exhaust will look good being the top engine

This review is bang on! Honest and no BS.

Great video ❤review, Mazda is great .

Perfect blend of simplicity and luxury. A very unique vehicle with a unique power train.

If this is the exact same engine on the CX-60. Imagine tuning it to the CX-90’s number 😮

Even though the car has more HP/Torque then competitors, it also weighs 2-300lbs more and doesn't allow for aggressive launches. But when you compare 1/4 mile times and trap speeds, you can see where the car shines. Also it is VERY efficient for a non full hybrid design. The 48v hybrid allows you to easily get over 23-25mpg combined. Most competitors only get 20mpg combined in the real world. Overall dont by the S versions for the extra power, because it isn't worth it. The base version will still do 0-60 in 7 seconds while being under stressed. Since it is an all new powertrain, that would be the safer bet.

Just bought my CX-90 Turbo S Premium Plus yesterday. I test drove several cars before landing on the CX-90, including the Telluride, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Acura MDX, VW Atlas, Volvo xc90, Lexus GX, and Genesis gv80. This review is DEAD ON accurate with the pros and cons. IMO, I liked the Telluride the most but would have cost $230/month MORE than the CX-90 It has several minor flaws but overall you get so much more than all of those others cars (except for the Telluride) for MUCH less money.

I'm thinking of buying one as well first SUV.

Drove this trim car yesterday in Dallas. I have owned a LOT of SUV's and my other ride is a Benz AMG GLE. So, after driving the Mazda, I am indifferent as to which car I will drive over what my wife wants to drive. The driving dynamics are excellent, especially at that price point. Steering feel/brake modulation are Mazda, thank God. This is not your living room sofa and if you want an appliance that hauls a ton of stuff, wallows in corners, and is cavernous, this is not the drive for you. IF you want an SUV that drives smaller than it is because of the excellent suspension tuning and driving feel, the Mazda is the car. Tasteful styling is a huge bonus relative to the rest of the competitors. The powertrain is not as smooth as the BMW in the X5, and I had one (before it was T-boned) But a loaded X5 is $80K. Lastly, the German car repair bills are astronomical.....

Imagine that power train on the successor of the 6

Awesome vehicle

Hey hey I love your reviews and wondering what alley you are using. I loved that blue and looking for a new wallet.

In terms of the shifter, it’s an electronic design, so it should, theoretically, automatically put itself in park when you turn the vehicle off. But I understand it’s out of habit to want to put the shifter in park before you turn the car off.

Best in class that it just created !

Redline Reviews makes the best videos ever :)

The design is actually solid

Mazda knocked this one out the park! Now all we need is a Mazda 9 sedan 😉

I bet Mazda left the traditional starter cranking noise on purpose. As a car enthusiast, I hate not getting to hear it when I drive hybrids.

I love it

The noise it makes when you put your foot down is not good … it’s great!

Yes that white exterior! Is what I love! 60k is a bargain! Honestly I just wish mazda would give us a non chrome edition!

Is this the same engine as in the cx-60 just tuned up?

For me, it's between this (highest trim model), or MDX Type-S, or Genesis GV80. All of them the top trim. Finances are not much of a problem, so everyone's been telling me to go GV80. If I want to save some coin, the CX 90. Only thing is, I'm pretty sure the GV80 is dead for driving dynamics, which is where the mazda and acura SUV's shine.

The packaging issues you point out are not really issues. They are the difference between a front wheel drive architecture and rear drive.

Nice to see an inline six. However, first model year for the transmission and engine...bound to have issues that will need ironing out.

I hope they put a similar powertrain to the mazda 6

The main reason the center console isn't very deep is that the vehicle is RWD so the engine is mounted front-to-back so there's a transmission under that center console. And the 2nd row console is deeper because the transmission is no longer in the way. Later, in the 3rd row you complained about space - I *know* you understand the compromises of a long hood RWD platform - they probably decided to not make the vehicle any longer than it already is (to add more space in the 3rd row.) You owe it to your readers to point this out when you encounter those compromises during your review. Now WRT the wet plate clutch, hesitation, and occasional jerkiness, I agree with you 100% that this needs work. I think if they double the HP of the pancake electric motor, the hesitations on acceleration would be fixed. As for downshifts, I'm not sure what to say. It just needs a little more time in the oven. Finally, if anyone gets this far; for the love of pete, stop revving engines in neutral! Seriously, it's what caused me to unsubscribe. Unless you're revving a V8, forget about it! People are far more interested (well, car people anyway) in what it sounds like under full load, doing a 0-60 run, or better yet a 1/4 mile run. Thanks.

Since this is the first higher premium mazda they may improve it as the years go on

I would love to see some 50-70mph roll acceleration test for real world applications

I just seen this car today, I thought it was a BMW at first . It looks really nice in person. I had to look the car up because I never seen it before. Like the design a lot!🔥

My first video with the Redline Review was the 2013 honda civic from 10 years ago. I'm glad Sofan is reaching 1m sub.

Does anyone know if the turn and signal stalks are illuminated after dark? My Mazda CX-5 stalks are not illuminated.

$61,900!!! Probably a good time to snag a leftover 2022 CX9 with some good discounts if you don't have to have the upgrades the CX90 provides. That 2.5L/6speed combo was pretty darn bulletproof and the Signature trim in that vehicle, topped out around $48K and gave you all the goodies the 90 does. The CX90 is great don't get me wrong, but Mazda has a few misses (pathetic sunroof opening and interior storage for example). Also, I don't understand why Mazda didn't stretch it just a few more inches and give class leading legroom. Then it would be a no-brainer over the competition and was the biggest gripe I had about the CX9.

Very Nice Bro! Get Good People!

This car is absolutely insane for the money 💰 ❤

Without reading the title and just looking at the headlight I thought It was a volvo for a second.

We got the S Turbo PP after more than a year waiting for Toyota to drop those ridiculous extra charges and addendums.

Love the idea of the inline 6 I have the 2021 CX9 with the v4 2.5 turbo not a fan of turbos however it does go ok for such a heavy car I’d rather have a naturally aspirated, in-line six

Good looking suv

This all-new Mazda CX-90 completes in both segments standard and premium, they started with an RWD to AWD drivetrain, and an inline 6 turbo powertrain with a new 8-speed. Not to mention the exterior and interior design they have also stepped up their technology and features. This car has and is everything expected of a modern premium SUV for those worrying about the issue, every new car has problems especially when it is new from the ground up. It does have some aspects of Kodo design but it does not look like the CX-9 I don't know why everyone keeps doing that comparison I don't see it. This particular Tirm Turbo S Premium Plus completes with the likes of the new QX-60, the new RX 500h, the new x5, the MDX Type S, the GLE 450, and many more. It's just a great SUV that is worth it over Japanese premium options. Honestly Sofiyan you complain too much also nitpicking every single detail your job is to convince consumers to consider the CX-90 when shopping. until I see the engineering degree you think you have just do your job.

I love this sub

Thanks for the great in-depth review! Question though - you said it’s possible to use Apple CarPlay while driving if you change a setting? You might want to share how to do this, the rest of the internet thinks it’s not possible 😂 Is it really just a setting that needs to be changed?

This one is nice. If I had kids I would most likely buy this SUV

It's perfect the way it is.....❤❤❤

I love it. I can't wait to see the new CX-70

Danke schön

Nice, I’m waiting for cx70. However, new engine and new transmission, I would give it a few years

A Carbon Edition will be nice as well

I love sofyans review most of the time but i think he complains too much on this review. This definitely will outlast the bmw’s, audi’s and other european cars. Made in japan and built quality will be better and wont fall apart as it age. Well done Mazda! Listen to car care nut and scotty kilmer for their review than sofyan of your on the market for a cx90

Mazda for life 🏎️🏎️🏎️🏁🏁🏁

You're knocking points off because a Mazda looks like a Mazda? That's why we love this vehicle - it doesn't look or drive like any other car - it is a MAZDA in form and function.

Who is going to sit adults in the third row? We just got the same trim as in this video. Third row is going to be down all the time. Got around 25 mpg on a 3k mile trip at around 80 mph.

I’m not a Mazda fan but that MOPHO looks damn good!!!!!!

I agree with a lot of these comments. You can’t compare this with a front wheel drive pilot or grand highlander because this is a rear wheel drive which is a bad choice for space but good for drive and handling. So you can’t have both. This is more compare to a lower price bmw or Audi.

Great Review but *I Wish** people would really start emphasizing Mazda is no longer associated with Ford.. they are now 100% made in Japan

Only complaint I had of this when I sat in one is that it is actually not particularly space efficient. The center console for example is stupidly shallow to the point I think my mazda6 has a more useable center console. For a family hauler, these inefficiencies can be a deal breaker. It is a stunning car, but honestly a lot of the competitors aren't that far behind in quality. I am excited for the upcoming Chevy Traverse redesign, if it is anything like the current model then it will be an absolute champion of hauling people and their stuff.

Beautiful vehicle ❤ bought my 2023 Honda pilot trailsport and love it for the price. Would have been interested in this vehicle if it came at a price range 54-58 k for the S hybrid. Awesome vehicle.

Therotary dial is NOT annoying

Amazing job Sofyan!

OMG Every nice thing you say is immediately followed by a "but" and negative assessment. One or the other would help w/o waffling back and forth. I don't know whether I would like this car or not.

Mazda did a great job on this car

2:45 he talks about how it's a mild hybrid and not a full hybrid like....... The Toyota Grand Highlander? How about the fact this exact vehicle comes in Plugin Hybrid trims?

Best review ,, Does CX-90 going to be available for Africa

Love Mazda

Scotch Guard that suade section

There’s a dark blue one I see at work everyday and damn it looks good

This is close enough to my Infiniti FX37 that I will consider it once the Infiniti needs replaced. The price of this guy should be down to a reasonable number in 5-10 years.

我喜欢马自达的CX-90，设计的非常漂亮！帅！

The back kinda reminds me of the older CR-Vs

After having a CX9 for the last 5 years as a family car, i was hoping they would improve on front storage space for accessories and such. Instead they reduced it. Barely a place for a pack of gum

I have always love Mazda,drive a cx5 but they miss out on the opportunity to improve the mpgs big miss for me.