The 2025 Mazda CX-90 comes in four main trim levels, each with different standard features and pricing
The 2025 Mazda CX-90 is offered in Preferred, Select, Preferred Plus, and Premium trims. Each step up adds features like upgraded interior materials, additional technology, or enhanced safety systems. The base Preferred trim starts with essentials like a touchscreen infotainment system and standard safety features, while the Premium trim includes leather seating, a Bose sound system, and advanced driver information options.
Mazda also offers the CX-90 PHEV (plug-in hybrid electric vehicle) as a separate powertrain choice across most trim levels. The PHEV version costs more than the standard gasoline engine but offers better fuel economy and the ability to drive on electric power alone for shorter trips. Your choice of trim and powertrain depends on your budget, how you plan to use the vehicle, and which features matter most to you.
Key Takeaways
- The 2025 CX-90 offers four gasoline trim levels (Preferred, Select, Preferred Plus, Premium) plus a PHEV option that runs on both electric power and gas.
- Base trims include a 10.25-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Mazda's i-Activsense safety suite as standard.
- Higher trims add features like leather seats, panoramic sunroofs, heated steering wheels, and upgraded audio systems.
- The PHEV version can drive up to 44 miles on electric power alone before the gas engine engages, making it useful for daily commutes.
Standard features across all 2025 CX-90 gasoline trims
Every 2025 CX-90 gasoline model includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, allowing you to connect your phone for navigation and music. All trims come with Mazda's i-Activsense safety package, which includes automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, and lane-keeping information. You also get a rearview camera, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert as standard.
The base engine across all gasoline trims is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that produces 227 horsepower. Fuel economy sits around 26 miles per gallon city and 32 highway for front-wheel drive models, though all-wheel drive versions are slightly lower. All trims come with a six-speed automatic transmission and either front-wheel or all-wheel drive options.
What changes in the Preferred, Select, and Preferred Plus trims
The Preferred trim is the entry point and includes the essentials listed above. Moving to the Select trim adds features like a power liftgate, heated front seats, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. The Preferred Plus trim introduces a panoramic sunroof, a Bose premium sound system with nine speakers, and heated rear outboard seats.
Interior materials also improve as you move up. The Preferred uses cloth seating, while Select and higher trims offer leatherette (synthetic leather) upholstery. The Preferred Plus adds genuine leather on the steering wheel and shift knob. Storage and convenience features like a power driver's seat and a heated steering wheel appear at the Preferred Plus level.
Premium trim features and what sets it apart
The Premium trim is the fully loaded version of the gasoline CX-90. It includes everything from lower trims plus genuine leather seating throughout the cabin, a power passenger seat, and a 12-speaker Bose sound system. The Premium also adds a head-up display that projects speed and navigation information onto the windshield, and a 360-degree camera system that shows you a bird's-eye view of the vehicle when parking.
Premium models come standard with all-wheel drive and include adaptive LED headlights that adjust their beam pattern based on driving conditions. You also get a power-adjustable steering column, ventilated front seats, and a power-adjustable rear liftgate. The Premium trim is the only gasoline version that offers some of the most advanced driver information features as standard, including adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability.
The 2025 CX-90 PHEV: how it differs from the gasoline version
The PHEV version uses a 2.5-liter gasoline engine paired with two electric motors, producing a combined 323 horsepower. The battery pack allows up to 44 miles of all-electric driving before the gas engine starts. This makes the PHEV useful if your daily commute is under 44 miles, since you could potentially drive several days on electric power alone and only use gas for longer trips.
The PHEV comes in Preferred, Select, and Premium trim levels, with pricing roughly $8,000 to $10,000 higher than the equivalent gasoline trim. Fuel economy is measured differently for plug-in hybrids — the EPA rates it in MPGe (miles per gallon equivalent), which accounts for both electric and gas consumption. The PHEV requires access to a charging outlet or home charger to recharge the battery, which typically takes 8 to 10 hours on a standard 120-volt outlet or 2 to 3 hours on a 240-volt charger.
All-wheel drive and powertrain options
Front-wheel drive is standard on all gasoline trims except the Premium, which comes with all-wheel drive only. You can add all-wheel drive to the Preferred, Select, and Preferred Plus gasoline models for an additional cost. The PHEV is available with front-wheel or all-wheel drive across all trim levels.
All 2025 CX-90 models use an eight-speed automatic transmission (the gasoline version uses a six-speed). The PHEV's electric motors provide when ready torque, making acceleration feel quicker than the gasoline engine alone, even though the top speed is electronically limited. All-wheel drive versions offer better traction in snow and wet conditions but reduce fuel economy slightly compared to front-wheel drive.
Technology and safety features by trim level
The base infotainment system on all trims includes a 10.25-inch touchscreen, but the Premium trim upgrades to a larger 12.3-inch display. All models support wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, though you'll need to plug in on base trims for the first connection. Navigation is available as an add-on package on lower trims and comes standard on Premium models.
Safety features scale with trim level. All trims include the i-Activsense suite with automatic emergency braking and lane-keeping information. The Premium trim adds adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, which can bring the vehicle to a complete stop in traffic and resume automatically. A 360-degree camera system and blind-spot view monitor (which shows the blind spot on the infotainment screen) are exclusive to the Premium trim on gasoline models, though they're available on higher PHEV trims.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get a sunroof on the base Preferred trim?
No, the panoramic sunroof is exclusive to the Preferred Plus and Premium gasoline trims. On the PHEV, it's available on the Premium trim. You cannot add it to lower trims as an option.
What's the difference between the Select and Preferred Plus trims?
The Preferred Plus adds a panoramic sunroof, Bose premium sound system, heated rear seats, and a heated steering wheel. The Select has heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel but no sunroof or rear seat heating. Preferred Plus also includes genuine leather on the steering wheel and shift knob.
Do I need a home charger for the PHEV, or can I use a regular outlet?
You can charge on a standard 120-volt outlet, but it takes 8 to 10 hours for a full charge. A 240-volt home charger cuts that to 2 to 3 hours and is more practical if you charge daily. Many owners install a 240-volt charger at home, though it's not required.
Is all-wheel drive worth the extra cost on the gasoline CX-90?
All-wheel drive improves traction in snow and wet conditions and provides better handling on winding roads. It reduces fuel economy by 1 to 2 miles per gallon. If you live in an area with frequent snow or drive in wet conditions regularly, it's worth considering. For dry climates, front-wheel drive is sufficient.
What's included in Mazda's i-Activsense safety package?
i-Activsense includes automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane-keeping information, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. These features come standard on all 2025 CX-90 models. The Premium trim adds adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, which is not included on lower trims.