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Can the 2025 dark-themed Mazda CX-90 compete with its rivals?

Everyone loves a good SUV showdown, and Mazda goes bold (and dark), entering the 2025 competition with a darker, more striking CX-90.

Shaynah Miranda
The new Mazda CX-90 for 2025 shows off its dark side in the Premium Sport trim.

This year, Mazda throws down the gauntlet with a darker, more stylish CX-90. Mazda has finally revealed the revamped Mazda CX-90 with its 2025 Premium Sport trim. 

Related: Mazda adds another hybrid to its lineup with the 2025 CX-50
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Starting at a price of $37,845 (approximately P2,205,757.98), the new trim steps into the darker side, with a sportier version priced up to $54,900 (approximately P3,199,791.60) for the plug-in hybrid option. But how does it really compare to its established rivals like the Volvo XC90 and the Hyundai Palisade?

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The new trim levels up with a blacked-out exterior, including a gloss black grille and black chrome accents, contrasting sharply with the more conventional designs of the Hyundai Palisade and Volvo XC90, which could appeal to those looking to love a dark theme for their cars.

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Performance-wise, the CX-90's turbocharged 3.3-liter engine delivers 280 hp and 452 Nm of torque, which is quite competitive. Its performance closely matches the Volvo XC90’s engines and surpasses the Hyundai Palisade in horsepower. 

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The plug-in hybrid version ups the competition with 323 hp and adds an electric range of 26 miles, a feature not available in its competitors.

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Inside, the CX-90 rivals its competitors with premium features such as a 12.3-inch digital display for both the instrument cluster and infotainment system, a 12-speaker Bose audio system, and advanced safety features, which puts it on par with the XC90’s high-tech offerings and the Palisade’s family-oriented amenities.

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With its dark styling and top-notch tech, the new CX-90 from Mazda, seems like it's ready to win over the Philippine market.  Car shoppers here like their vehicles to be practical yet packed with premium features, and the CX-90 ticks all those boxes. With competitive pricing and a comprehensive feature set, the CX-90 might just sway buyers from its competitors.

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For now, we can only keep our fingers crossed that it makes its way here. For reference, the locally available Mazda CX-90 carries a much heftier price tag starting at P3,680,000, and goes all the way up to P3,830,000 for the top Exclusive variant. It makes quite a strong case for itself as a premium SUV, but surely, this stealthy trim option unveiled in the US will catch the fancy of even more enthusiasts. Until then, you can explore Mazda’s current offerings and other available cars on AutoDeal.com.ph. Find your next car and get started with a quick click on the “Get Quote” button.

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