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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 7 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | PHEV |
| Base Price | $49,950–$64,101 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV is a phev that earns a Carivo score of 7.8/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.4/10, while Value at 7.0/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 8.1/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.4/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
With 7.4/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. On technology it rates 8.1/10: a modern, well-integrated suite that compares favorably with anything at this price point.
Priced from $49,950–$64,101, 56 MPG, seating 7, the Mazda CX-90 PHEV sits in the premium tier of the phev category. At 7.0/10 for value, it delivers fair pricing for what's on offer, though the best alternatives in this price range score slightly higher. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Verdict: Nothing about the 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good phev should — quietly and competently.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV ranks #11 of 40 phevs in the Carivo database — better than 75% of the segment. Its 7.8/10 overall score is 0.3 points above the segment average of 7.5/10. Its $49,950 starting price is about 16% above the segment's median of $43,041.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full PHEV ranking →
Across the CX-90 PHEV model years we've scored, the 2024 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.9/10 | $51,448 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 7.8/10 | $49,950 |
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