2026 Mazda CX-90: Stamford Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 2026 Mazda CX-90
The CX-90 is Mazda's flagship three-row SUV, seating up to eight across six trims and one 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-6 engine tuned two different ways. The base tune makes 280 hp and 332 lb-ft on regular 87-octane fuel across Select, Preferred, Premium Sport, and Premium Plus ($39,300–$50,270); the S tune wakes the same engine up to 340 hp and 369 lb-ft on premium 91-octane fuel in the two Turbo S trims ($54,140–$57,570). Every figure excludes the $1,530 destination charge. Standard AWD, an 8-speed automatic, and 3-row seating come on every trim; only the range-topping S Premium Plus swaps the 2nd-row bench for captain's chairs, dropping capacity to seven. Riley Mazda has the lineup on Myrtle Avenue in Stamford, a straight shot to the I-95 on-ramp where a 5,000-lb-capable tow rating (on the trims that carry it) actually gets used.
The biggest Mazda SUV, and the only 3-row in the family
Riley Mazda has been selling cars on Myrtle Avenue since James Riley opened the doors in 1959, and the CX-90 sits at the top of the SUV row today — above the CX-5, CX-50, and the closely related CX-70. The distinction that trips up cross-shoppers between those last two: the CX-70 is a two-row, five-passenger SUV built on the same platform and running the same 3.3-liter turbo inline-6, while the CX-90 stretches that platform to a genuine third row for up to eight people. If a third-row seat needs to fold down for actual humans more than twice a year, the CX-90 is the one to look at; if not, the CX-70 guide covers the shorter, tighter-turning version of the same mechanicals.
One more model to keep separate: the CX-90 Plug-In Hybrid is not a trim of this vehicle. It's a distinct model line on Mazda's own site, with its own PHEV Premium and PHEV Premium Plus trims starting at $50,695 and a different powertrain entirely (a 2.5-liter engine plus electric motor). This guide covers only the gas-powered CX-90 Inline 6 — the six trims below, all running the 3.3-liter turbo six.
One engine block, two very different outputs
Every 2026 CX-90 trim gets Mazda's e-Skyactiv-G 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-6 and i-Activ all-wheel drive as standard equipment — there's no front-wheel-drive or four-cylinder version to worry about. What changes trim to trim is the tune. Select through Premium Plus run the base calibration: 280 hp, 332 lb-ft, and a rating built around regular 87-octane fuel. The two Turbo S trims get a retuned version of the identical engine block making up to 340 hp and 369 lb-ft — but that number is a premium-fuel figure, achieved on 91-octane gas. Feed a Turbo S regular fuel and nothing breaks, but the output drops back toward the base engine's range. EPA estimates land at 23 city / 28 highway / 25 combined for both tunes, and the SKYACTIV-Drive 8-speed automatic with manual-shift mode is standard across the board.
The six trims, briefly
3.3 Turbo Select ($39,300) opens the line with leatherette seating and the full 8-passenger layout. 3.3 Turbo Preferred ($43,450) adds a power moonroof and leather-trimmed heated front and 2nd-row seats. 3.3 Turbo Premium Sport ($47,480) is the first trim rated for the full 5,000-lb towing figure and adds Mi-Drive's Sport, Off-Road, and Towing modes. 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus ($50,270) brings Nappa leather and a 360-degree camera built around a Trailer Hitch View. 3.3 Turbo S ($54,140, badged 3.3 Turbo S Premium Sport on the window sticker) is where the 340-hp tune and the Mazda Driver Personalization System live. 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus ($57,570) tops the range with premium Nappa accents, ventilated front and 2nd-row seats, and the only standard captain's-chair 2nd row in the lineup — 7 passengers instead of 8.
Why Stamford buyers keep saying yes
The CX-90 shows up by name in the dealer's own review history with real regularity. Y Santiago, on a recent purchase: "So happy with my new car. Miguel was amazing. So down to earth and transparent. I felt comfortable with him being that he is so knowledgeable and Jesse made sure to get me the best figures for my deal. Great place. In and out fast. No waiting and most importantly no games... Love my CX-90. Get yourself one!" Miguel Barraza is a certified sales consultant on the Riley Mazda team page. Riley Mazda's overall Google rating sits at 4.8 stars from more than 2,000 reviews across the store.
That reputation traces back to the Riley family's Omotenashi philosophy — the Japanese hospitality principles that third-generation ownership (Curtis and Chris Riley) still runs the store on today. In practice, buyers describe getting an out-the-door number without a runaround and paperwork that doesn't eat the afternoon, which matters more on a vehicle in this price range than it does on an economy car.
Frequently asked questions
How many people fit in a 2026 CX-90?
Eight, on every trim except the S Premium Plus. That top trim swaps the standard 2nd-row bench for captain's chairs, which drops capacity to seven in exchange for two individual, more comfortable middle-row seats.
What's the difference between the CX-90 and CX-70?
Rows and seats. The CX-90 is a three-row SUV seating up to eight; the CX-70 is a two-row SUV seating five. They share the same 3.3-liter turbo inline-6 engine and platform, so the choice comes down to whether that third row earns its keep.
Does the CX-90 require premium gas?
Only the Turbo S trims need premium 91-octane to reach their full 340-hp, 369-lb-ft rating. The Select, Preferred, Premium Sport, and Premium Plus trims run their rated 280 hp on regular 87-octane fuel.
How much does a 2026 Mazda CX-90 cost?
MSRP runs $39,300 to $57,570 across the six gas trims, excluding the $1,530 destination charge. See the pricing & leasing guide for what that looks like with Connecticut tax and current factory programs included.
Is the CX-90 the same as the CX-90 PHEV?
No. The CX-90 Plug-In Hybrid is a separate model with its own trims (PHEV Premium and PHEV Premium Plus) starting at $50,695 and a different powertrain — a 2.5-liter engine paired with an electric motor rather than the turbo inline-6 covered in this guide.
Where can I see one in Stamford?
Current CX-90 inventory is at Riley Mazda, 75 Myrtle Ave, a short drive from downtown Stamford and the I-95 corridor.
The bottom line
The CX-90 is the Mazda for buyers who've outgrown the CX-50 or CX-70 but don't want to leave the brand for a third row. Six trims split cleanly by fuel type and towing capability rather than by gimmicks, every one starts on leatherette-or-better seating and standard AWD, and the family-run dealership behind it has spent over sixty years making the paperwork the easiest part of the process.
MSRP figures exclude the $1,530 destination charge ($1,575 in Alaska) plus taxes, title, license fees, and options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Turbo S output (340 hp / 369 lb-ft) requires premium 91-octane fuel; base Turbo trims are rated 280 hp / 332 lb-ft on regular 87. Towing capacity requires proper equipment, varies by trim, and should never be assumed without confirming the specific trim's rating. Fuel-economy figures are EPA estimates; actual results vary. Equipment and availability can change with production timing; confirm current specifications with Riley Mazda. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Riley Mazda.
