2026 Mazda CX-90 Plug-In AWD SUV

The biggest Mazda was taken to Pirate Radio 104.7FM in Greeley for a review.  Here are some thoughts regarding the latest version of the $60,030.00 Mazda CX-90, first on air and secondly in print:

The big Mazda CX-90, Mazda’s largest SUV, is a beautiful vehicle that is easy on the eyes. The tasteful, old-fashioned chrome-plated trim gives it an elegant touch, while the aluminum wheels add to its upscale appearance. There’s plenty of acceleration, thanks to its 323 horsepower output, which is greater than that of many hybrids, and the driving range is terrific. In fact, it seemed as if the CX-90 was making gasoline—the fuel gauge hardly seemed to move.

Inside, the CX-90 has plenty of thoughtful touches that are indicative of a true luxury vehicle. Third-row seating A/C vents, auto-folding outside mirrors, blonde wood interior trim appointments, power tilt-and-telescope steering (with no lever to operate), and paddle shifters are just some of the features that make the experience feel special. Overall, the 2026 CX-90 combines beautiful styling, a wonderful paint job, strong performance, impressive range, and genuine luxury touches in a package that is both practical and pleasurable to drive.

SPECS

 Deep crystal (blue) metallic paint with white leather seating for 7 – heated and ventilated front seats, heated second row seats – tows 3,500 lbs., weighs 5,267 lbs., 122.8” wheelbase, 202” long and cargo capacity is 16 cubic ft., 21” x 8” black and silver finished aluminum multi spoke wheels and 275/45R21 Falken Wildpeak radials, Premium Plus package trim, 12.3” infotainment screen, rear vision and surround view camera, radar cruise control, rear window shades, flatbed phone charger, pushbutton/remote electric starter, power tilt/telescope steering column, leather wrapped heated steering wheel, panoramic glass roof, navigation, power folding side mirrors, Bose FM/AM-Satellite stereo with 12 speakers and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, 323 horsepower 4-cylinder hybrid engine, 369 lb. ft. of torque, 8 speed automatic with all wheel drive, zero to 60 in 6.6 seconds and 115 mph top speed, $60,030.00 list price, built in Hofu, Japan, 26 mpg combined rating, 56 mpg-e electric+gas rating, 18.5 gallon gas tank with range of 600 plus                                                                                                  

2026 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro 4 x 4 Pickup

The Tundra was presented at Pirate Radio 104.7FM in Greeley during a hot spell for a review:

Wave Maker (blue) paint with black Nulux seating for 5 – heated and ventilated front seats, tows 11,000 lbs. weighs 6,062 lbs., 233.5” long and cargo bed os 5.5’ long, 18” x 8” black finished BBS aluminum multi spoke wheels and 265/65R18 Falken Wildpeak radials, TRD Pro package trim, 14” infotainment screen, rear vision and surround view camera, radar cruise control, flatbed phone charger, pushbutton/remote electric starter, tilt/telescope steering column, leather wrapped heated steering wheel, panoramic glass roof, sliding back glass, navigation, JBL FM/AM-Satellite stereo with 12 speakers and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto capability, 437 horsepower 3.5 liter turbo V-6 hybrid engine, 583 lb. ft. of torque, ten speed automatic with four wheel drive, TRD cat-back exhaust system, zero to 60 in 5.6 seconds and 115 mph top speed, $78,847.00 list price, built in San Antonio, 20 MPG highway rating, 19 mpg combined rating, 18 mpg city rating, 32.2 gallon gas tank with range of 600 plus