2025 Mazda CX-70 revealed with familiar looks and Alexa integration

KUALA LUMPUR: Back in 2021, Mazda set the wheels in motion for the release of five new SUVs - the CX-50, CX-60, CX-70, CX-80, and CX-90. Well, we have already witnessed the introduction of three of them (CX-50, CX-60, CX-90), and now it's time to unveil the fourth masterpiece - introducing the CX-70. 

The Mazda CX-70 is a five-seater SUV based on the company’s large platform and shares its wide-body design language with the 7-seater CX-90. We can see the near-identical front grille, headlights, body shell, and even tail lights. However, the new SUV confirms its unique identity with distinctive bumpers, new machine-cut finished 21-inch wheels, and black accents on door handles, mirror caps, and roof rails.

Mazda has kept the exact dimensions of the CX-70 under wraps. However, the automaker has confirmed that it shares the same body as the larger SUV, boasting an impressive length of approx 5 meters.

The inside story is also similar to that of the CX-90, with the omission of the third-row seating. It is adorned with quality materials and finishes with contrast grey metallic inlays and red Nappa leather with red stitch detailing, inspired by the 100th Anniversary Special Edition MX-5. Adding to the convenience are remote-folding rear seats for easy loading, an optimized rear cargo area with compartments and hooks and a unique sub-trunk design for stowing valuables out of sight. 

The CX-70 is equipped with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, a tri-zone climate control system, a heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, a wireless smartphone charger, and a 360-degree camera.

Speaking of the advanced assistance technologies, the SUV offers an Unresponsive Driver Support system. This emergency-only system is a new addition to Cruising & Traffic Support, which can automatically decelerate and stop the vehicle if the driver is unresponsive to escalating alerts.

Additionally, the CX-70 is the first Mazda SUV to feature Alexa integration, enabling hands-free commands for various functions such as changing the temperature, and radio station, and controlling smart home devices.

As for mechanicals, it borrows the 3.3-litre inline-six turbocharged engine from its sibling, which produces 280 hp and 450 Nm of torque in the standard form and 340 hp and 500 Nm in the higher version. A PHEV option is available, comprising a 323 hp/500 Nm 2.5-litre four-cylinder, 91-hp electric motor and 17.8-kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery.

While Mazda is yet to unveil the pricing details for the CX-70, the highly-anticipated SUV is scheduled to make its debut in US showrooms come spring 2024.

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