2025 Mazda CX-70 vs. 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70

2025 Mazda
CX-70

MSRP*: $40,445 to $55,950
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2024 Volvo
XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $71,900 to $80,100
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MPG - City 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 64.1 ft3
Engine
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 455-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 280 - 340 hp 455 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 77.6 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 39.6 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.3 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-70 than in the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid. The Mazda CX-70 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Mazda CX-70 is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Mazda CX-70 is a little narrower than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Mazda CX-70, which is slightly longer than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Mazda CX-70 has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Mazda CX-70 will do just as well as the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, since they have about the same towing capacity. When it comes to horsepower, the Mazda CX-70 has a lot less horsepower than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Mazda CX-70 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Utility
The Mazda CX-70 has less seating than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, making the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.