Mazda just broadened the audience of its flagship SUV with a brand new model name. I took the all-new 2025 Mazda CX-70 on a road trip from Charleston to Asheville, North Carolina. Unsurprisingly, it punches above its weight in luxury and performance. But somewhat surprisingly, the differences between it and its three-row counterpart, the CX-90, cause one to question the need for an entirely new name.
The good news is that once you accept the subtlety of the distinction between the CX-70 and its forebear, it is a fantastic two-row SUV with an interior that holds its own next to pricier options from Lexus, Jeep, or BMW. I drove the PHEV hybrid version in its most luxury Premium Plus trim level. 500 miles later, after a trip to the Smoky Mountains and back, I can safely say that if you like two-row SUV’s, you’ll love it.