The 2026 Mazda CX-90 is the brand’s most family-friendly SUV, mainly because of its standard 3-row seating. There are many midsize SUVs that can haul all of the kids comfortably, but what features make the CX-90 stand out as a great family SUV? Let’s take a look.
i-Activsense
This is Mazda’s name for its standard bundle of driver assistance tech features. It includes full-speed adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assist. We love to see features like these come standard in family-oriented vehicles.
Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control
This is a simple comfort feature that makes a big difference. The driver, front passenger, and rear passengers all have their own “zone” for the climate control system, ensuring comfort for all of the CX-90’s occupants. We love that it comes standard in every trim.
Up to 8 Seats
Some midsize 3-row SUVs in this class have a maximum seating capacity of seven, and some have eight. The Mazda CX-90 is one of them that can seat up to eight. If maximizing the number of seatbelts in a midsize SUV is a priority for you, then the CX-90 should be on your shopping list.
Luxurious Second Row
The second row of the Mazda CX-90 can get pretty fancy, depending on how it’s optioned. For starters, most trims have heated second-row seats, which your passengers will appreciate if you live in a cold climate. A second-row center console between two Nappa leather-trimmed captain’s chairs is also available, making this Mazda feel like a pricier luxury SUV.
Top Safety Pick+
Okay, this isn’t really a “feature,” per se, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the outstanding safety scores of the Mazda CX-90. It earns the Top Safety Pick+ award, which is the highest honor given by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). It also earns the top 5-Star overall safety score by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). That’s as close to perfect as a car can get when it comes to U.S. safety ratings.
