Does the Mazda have a heads-up display? Does the Mazda have heated third row seats?? Does the Mazda have USB ports on the third row??? Does the Mazda have cooled second row seats???? If the Mazda doesn't have all of those then the Palisade wins with its quirks and features.
@@turbinator1990 which is just crazy. Typically it’s not a direct conversion though. The comparable car is usually a bit more in the U.S. when taking into account conversion. A 63k vehicle in CAD is probably more like 50-53k USD even though if we are just looking at it from a currency perspective it should be 46k USD.
When you have kids and take a lot of road trips, the space matters. I've 2 MDXs over the last 10 years and it's for sure a nice vehicle but we always felt cramped in it. The pallisade feels huge, and the space makes everyone more comfortable. We absolutely love it.
@@plmn93 yea idk what Mazda is thinking, they're focused too much on the engine and rear wheel drive platform. the practicality of the CX-90 is disappointing. just too tight inside for a 3 row family hualer.
if you really need space, get a toyota Sienna, all the room you could ever want for under 40k. You just have to drive a minivan, but you'll save 20K simply because it's uncool.
I used to be in the camp of "wtf no android auto touch available in motion?" However, after a couple months of using the rotary dial for all my inputs in my 2017 Mazda 3, it's my preferred input method. No ugly, greasy fingerprints all over the screen, and I've got my muscle memory established to the point where I rarely look at the screen, even for firing up navigation for saved destinations. I don't think I've touched the screen once in over a year, even if the car's parked.
Same with BMW. Once you get used to the rotary it’s much more intuitive and feels more natural navigating the interface. I didn’t consider the fingerprints issue until you mentioned it!
Yeah the controls for the infotainment in Mazda has been and always will be superior to touch in 9/10 scenarios. The only time a touchscreen is superior is if you're parked, or if a passenger is changing something. But when driving it's useless and much more distracting.
6nice try bud. the bottom line for you is that you had to rationalize and go through the learning curve, to retrain yourself to accept that you don't have a choice and are forced to using the dial.... fact is the dial is just as distracting as the touch screen. you can slice and dice this argument all day, but it all boils down to you having to glance at the screen no matter which system you have.
I went with the CX-90 GT with the lower 280hp/332lb-ft engine for the better fuel economy (not using premium) while not sacrificing many features from the top trim but saving $10k. I'm good with that.
I have a 2021 Palisade Limited I got for 48k out the door with a lifetime warranty back in 2020. It’s a fantastic car and truly intend to keep it for a couple decades with the warranty.
That price with “Lifetime warranty”. Yeah that didn’t happen lol. why do people who buy cars spend so much time weaving unrealistic purchase deals and leave out all context, such as if there was a trade. Just to enjoy your car, no one cares about your fictional magic deal …it doesn’t make your vehicle any cooler. The palisades starts at 57k now before all the fees and taxes. You didn’t get just 10k worth in discounts the dealership would be well into the negative. Get real.
@@John-kx3ng Mazda has been pushing hard to eliminate that “Mazda is budget” image for years now. Their cars definitely look and feel like they can compete with anything from the aforementioned Japanese makers. Hyundai has done a better job than Toyota in their latest cars, but they have the Genesis brand, so a lot of the premium materials and engines are going to that brand instead. Mazda is definitely a tier above.
@@spilot1016 Maybe for ICE vehicles...but for EVs, Koreans have the edge in 2023. Whether that continues in the future, we'll see but it's been an absolute disaster for Toyota / Subaru EVs from the get go.. I've driven primarily Japanese vehicles, but my next SUV will probably be a Genesis EV..
I'm a Mazda SUV owner and disagree with this. Mazda is not all that desirable and they're going to get stomped on by Lexus / Acura and likely even Genesis. $63k for a Mazda SUV is going to be a tough proposition for many. As an entusiast, there's no way I would ever trade my CX-5 for the CX-90, even though I could afford to do so. $50k-ish is a sweet spot and above this, I'm going with lux name plates. Pretty sure most would follow suit. More than anything, the wonky hybrid powertrain is a deal breaker, fuel efficiency be damned..
Hands down to mazda cx90 beautiful suv inside and out and ofcourse the driving dynamics is awesome! Mazda cx90 can compete with the luxury suv like bmw and accura
I use the Blindspot cameras in my Tucson ALL THE TIME! I have 3 vehicles, and the other 2 are not Hyundai/Kia, and I find myself looking at my gauge cluster everytime I throw on the turn signal. And then I'm like, "Oh yea, it doesn't have that." 😞 So, yes, there are those of us who LOVE the blindspot camera feature. I literally wish EVERY vehicle had that feature.
I have a telluride and it’s probably my number one feature that I look for in a new vehicle. I used to drive a mazda3 and I absolutely loved it, in fact I cried when we traded it in lol but I MAY sacrifice the blind spot cameras for the driving experience of the Mazda. *edit to say I’m on my husbands account*
@@scoopaway9176 mazda is basically an entirely new company after 2014. QC has gone way up on their cars, and good luck getting your warranty honored lmao
Being a cx5 and Mazda 3 owner I couldn’t relate to Jacob’s complaints at all 😂 except the third row room. I was expected a solo review of the cx90 tho 😮
6:48 In Hyundais you can just lock the doors at any point. As long as you have the smartkey with you, the trunk will still open, and then when you close it it'll be locked again.
The power matters when you add more passengers. The vehicle performance is weighed down by additional weight and the vehicle will perform sluggishly if it doesn't have ample power.
Last year drove Hyundai Kona with Lane Keep Assist. It was the best lane keeper I've ever drove: it keeps the best trajectory on any speed and do it very comfortable. The second place I give to Opel Grandland. Interesting is it the same over all cars in Hyundai.
I drive a 2023 Hyundai Palisade and just love it. 23,000 plus miles and zero problems. The engine has plenty of power to move the car when full of people and luggage. The Mazda engine would be a nice option for the Palisade.
You're only at 23k. Hyundai's and Kia's fail around 50-60k. 6 million fires and counting. Your time hasn't come yet, my friend. Be patient. It will inevitably fail.
I have 23 palisade, it is very good . I had 2016 sonata even that was so great . Hyundai used to be a cheap company back 15 or 20 years ago but now , they improved leaps and bounds .
I'm team rotary knob. I recently bought a CX-5 and wasn't sure how I'd feel about it, but after just a month I can do pretty much everything without looking by counting clicks!
same i know what and where every click will take me and with seconds i can get where i want do what i want and then enjoy the ride im rotary clicker ALL DAY skrew the touch skreen that was increfibly annoying to be honest
Mazda brand image is so much better than Hyundai, even Hyundai's newest cars didn't have any logo on the steering wheel because apparently they want the interior to feel upscaled but the Hyundai logo just didn't cut it.
Hearing from an engineer familiar with the Mazda transmission, it’s a conventional transmission with an internal clutch pack serving as the “wet clutch”. He claims this possibly limits the ability to launch from a standstill, and also makes it incredibly complex to modulate as it’s acting as a torque converter at a standstill, needing to prevent rollback but also engage on demand. Hopefully it was engineered for reliability…
Well, it's been the same transmission style in the Mazda 6-speed for years. And they have been decently reliable. Hopefully the new 8-speed is the same.
AFAIK it uses the mild hybrid electric motor to launch and then handoff to the clutch. There is no torque converter so it cant move the vehicle from a standstill without the electric motor.
@@thomasbezak1090 sounds like a better more reliable system then since the electric motor will take the most pressure by initiating movement from standstill. This should be standard imo
isnt that the same style they used for the 6 speed? my 2021 mazda 3 has 140k yes it sucks from a standstill, but its been flawless so far. most of the driving is city driving to. unlimited KM powertrain warranty for 5 years.
Nice making such an wonderful video I am pleased. That car is expensive but I can show you how to afford the money to purchase that car within two months. Ask me how it works if you're interested
I'd rather have the mazda, too, for the driving experience. But the Hyundai isn't too bad! I've had a 2016 maxcruz and put over 200k miles on it. the only caveat, tho is you can't drive for 20 hours continuously on a hot day. I live in saudi arabia so it reaches 50c over here.
I don't want bold and aggressive. The Mazda looks so fine and elegant, it looks like an early-mid 2000s car with subtle refinements. What a great design inside and out!
Yuri, I totally get what you mean about the eco system. I have a 2016 CX-5 and ordered a 2023 CX-5 and love the rotary dial life. I have elantras and Corollas at work and I hate using that touch screen, especially when I’m on a bumpy road, my finger keeps moving when I want to select stuff. Plus no finger prints if I don’t use the touch screen. Side Note: I asked on Twitter to confirm the apple car play touch screen working while driving and I appreciate that you guys snuck it into this video. My 2016 CX5 has no CarPlay so couldn’t test it myself.
@@platano4924 Well to be precise I don't take bmw or Mercedes at all, just saying hypothetically I would take a "lesser model" of them over the high end Mazda or Hyundai.
I noticed Mazdas are always smaller than the competition and not as comfortable... They look good, and seems like the interior is more designed for looks rather than comfort.... I noticed the same theme for almost all the Mazda cars...
@@stacyvang2760 How is the interior lacking? Do you have an older Mazda? Because recent Mazda models have been really luxurious and Mazda has been positioning itself to be a premium brand. Way nicer than Honda, Toyota, etc
Saw a lot of people here trying to decide between the telluride, Highlander and the CX-90. It’s simple, if interior space is your priority, CX-90 would lose every time, as it was never designed to be a minivan alternative. But if you care about design, craftsmanship, driving dynamics, and how all of them come together as a whole, it would literally be an insult to even compare the CX-90 to the highlander, telluride, or even the MDX. Nobody in their right mind, given they know at least a little bit about cars, would compare a RWD inline-6 turbo setup to a bunch of FWD turbo 4 and V6 cars and ask which is better - they are not even in the same league. Can’t believe we are still having this conversation…
Absolutely agree with what you said. I am looking for an optional 3rd vehicle. Yes, 3rd row is a little tight, but for me with a family of 4, it will be optional and only used rare cases. When it comes looks, styling, interior, I am in love with CX 90. I did check Palisade, New Pilot and the interior quality does not match. I am looking to buy CX90 Premium Plus in artesian red. I own 2015 CX5 and no issues so far with Mazda.
I don't understand why Mazda can't manage to build a car that both drives well and is class competitive in practicality. Its as if they want to stay a sales also-ran.
Exactly this. 90% if people here might want the CX-90 for its I6, RWD, turbo, including myself. But we are such a small percentage (less than 5%) of new car buyers. Most would prefer the Palisade for its extra few features, and especially space/carrying capacity.
@@zogadwoe As a single man, I go with the CX-90 for driving performance. If I have a family, I will go with the Palisade. Preferably the Caligraphy trim.
Palisade/Telluride definitely are still the value king in its segment. However, I prefer the Mazda chassis, powertrain and over quality/refinement for an extra $10k if I was to keep it for 6+ years.
The Mazda has the Turbo 6 available in a medium level trim that is cheaper than this palasade. This comparison didnt actually compare apples to apples. Need more info, but both are nice.
Also you don’t need a top trim. You can get the lower HP i6 with most of the features in this car for around 50k which is the same as the loaded Pallisade before markup.
@@tmarriotti You don't think the Mazda is going to have a huge markup? They'll be in limited supply...you figure out the math. You didn't think you comment through. Also, not all Hyundai/Kia dealerships have huge markups. Do better than this.
Mazda wins, no question. Way more power and better fuel economy. Much better driving dynamics. Fantastic front row / cabin. The "Calligraphy" trim of the Palisade is expensive (very close in price to the CX90), and now it looks so basic, so if you pay almost the same, why accept less?
For me, the sweet spot in the CX-90 line up is going to be the 280 HP engine in the Premium Plus trim level. It’s down a little bit on horsepower than the high output 6 and is missing a couple of little luxury features like the power steering wheel or rear ventilated seats, but it does check off all the other boxes … panoroof, front ventilated seats, and bonus, it seats three (kids) in the third row, so it has slightly more seating capacity. For nearly $10,000 less than its high output counterpart, it will retain the awesome handling.
Mazda owner here...similar with Yuri with the CX-5 and it's not bad...but noticing squeaks and rattles now, but the biggest letdown is the infotainment. The dealership experience was not great either (just switched Mazda dealerships). I think the CX-90 is decent looking (except for the headlights which are not wide enough) and nice interior. But at $63k, would rather fork over more and go for a Lexus / Acura or Genesis. Both great cars, but at $53k range, I would probably go Palisade / Telluride
I rented a cx5 in 2022 while I was waited for my Mazda 3 to come in from Japan. As to infotainment the new one is light years ahead of the old. It’s very enjoyable. As to the squeaks and such, Mazda pretty much fixed this after 3 years of the car being out for the 3. So there might be some growing pain for the new cars too. That or they’ve fixed whatever issues were going around brand wide
No normal person is calling a $63,000 vehicle affordable or budget friendly. Especially for a Hyundai! Anyway I enjoyed the back and forth here, and I'm subscribing today!!!
@TheStraightPipes you need to get that CX-90 over to Tuxmat so they can laser scan it.😊 I recently cancelled my order for a 2023 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy and now have a 2024 CX-90 Signature on order. As an enthusiast FR with an inline 6 and that beautiful interior are hard to pass up.
I totally agree with everything mazda. It is something you just need to experience it. Once you have a mazda you won’t like anything else. It is just better.
I prefer bmw’s driving experience. But when you compare cost to buy and reliability, it surely looks like Mazda is a total winner. I drove the 90 yesterday and couldn’t get over how well it handles accelerates and steers. The fit and finish while not German is still remarkable for an Asian reliable car. I’m trying to negotiate a purchase of the cx70 this week.
I'm waiting for the reveal of the coming CX-70 (2-row) version of this. Hoping it will be offered with that 3.0L Skyactive 280hp. Will be perfect for me.
I think all these reviews are sleeping on the lower trim CX-90s. Mazda always has really good value options, and the trim levels always feel very fairly equipped. The inline six really helps with the premium feeling, not sure it really matters if it has more HP or not. 280hp in base trim is more than adequate. Whatever the first trim that unlocks the bigger rims is probably the sweet spot.
The Palisade for sure is a nice rig and offers good value, but the CX-90 is absolutely worth the extra $$. The Mazda is soooooooo much better looking inside and out, faster and handles much more competently. We picked up a new Acura MDX A-Spec in the last year and if the CX-90 was available at the time, we almost certainly would have went that route.
I traded my Cx9 Carbon for a Palisade about 2 months ago. So far, after diving it and a road trip, the Palisade offers so much more than mazda and im glad i made the trade. The warranty is great, but hopefully, i won't need it, and I'll update with any less than normal troubles. I was nervous of the brand but its won me over fully. The SUV is better then my cx9 and my 2021 traverse.
The cx90 with the grey two tone interior looks insane. Very minimalist with a nice german looking exterior. If I was into suvs I would consider the cx90.
My favorite reviewers reviewing my life decision 😜 I am a Mazda admirer who bought 2023 Palisade Calligraphy 😀 no regrets as such but the InLine 6 Turbo is something to ponder over 😐
Yeah the calligraphy trim makes the car worth it tbh, I'd get it over a GV80 Because the extra money for the GV80 almost isn't worth it when it's so close
@@mbenton6 congrats. How is the space in the trunk behind the 3rd row? I'm mot feeling the way the sunroof opens in the Mazda. Tell us more about tour experience as an owner.
You're missing the $10k dealer markup on the Hyundai that we're seeing in the States. Wife got a CX 90 PHEV over the Palisade Calligraphy because after dealer mark-ups the prices were within $1,000 of each other. She's absolutely loved her CX-90.
I bought the CX90 Turbo S package which has the 340 HP version. I also own a BMW 535 with the B58 inline turbo 6 and 8 speed transmission. I love Mazda's, having recently owned a MX-5 and a Mazda 3 GT. I couldn't wait to get Mazda's inline turbo 6 with the 8 speed transmission. If anyone wants to see what the gap is between the BMW and the new Mazda inline 6, this is the perfect combo to compare. The BMW still is pretty far ahead in the transmission especially as it never seems unsure of itself, which is what I have seen in the Mazda at low speeds. The Mazda CX90 is a great upgrade for Mazda, but still lacks the refinement of the BMW...in my opinion.
Me and my wife purchased in full the first cx-90 in midland Odessa Texas area!!!! We love ❤️ it!!!! And boy oh boy does she drive great!!!! We have 1 kid so space in third row isn’t a big deal. It’s a great great ride. MAZDA!
Hyundai has been really good during this decade, although I have been really annoyed by the "Wahs" of the commercials, especially when I'm watching hockey
Thats not soul red Its a new type of red, a brother to soul red, engineered specially for the CX90 Its darker than soul red, almost wine colored under certain lights
Commenting before even watching the whole video: this is a test I needed to see although I would have liked to see the non Turbo S version as it's similar priced and more apples to apples.
you compared highest Mazda CX 90 trim with lowest or mid tier Palisade trim. I really wanted to see the difference in trims at similar prices. E.g. Calligraphy vs Turbo Premium plus
Mazda cx90 is a midsize suv, compared to the palisade, which is a standard suv. I also hate that the side mirrors on the mazda are to forward, and you feel cramped in there. While it is a very nice suv its just to small for an everyday car for a 5.9 person. I just rented a palisade and it feels more roomier.
Both excellent vehicles but I expect the Mazda to have less issues long term. (obviously excluding the first model year as for any new car the first model year will have the most issues)
FINALLY YOU LISTENED ....HOW MANTY TIMES HAVE YOU STATED IT DOES NOT HAVE TOUCHSCREEN ...I posted every time I heard you guys state no touch screen many times ...thank -you.
I would love to see mention of auto-dimming exterior side mirrors. It's a feature so many automakers overlook but it is a necessity for me personally and I would love to know which models have it.
Oof that’s a good one ! How do you locate cars with that? Do you just default to buying more high end expensive cars because they often have them and you don’t have to think, or do you find the mainstream cars with them?
@@Natethegreat200c I have astigmatism so dimming side mirrors were a must-have when I was car shopping. Virtually no economy cars have them besides the odd VW or Nissan (and even then, you might need to import parts from overseas). It's generally limited to premium/luxury brands. Genesis includes it on most trims, so I went for a used 2015 sedan. And Mercedes only includes it on the driver side for some reason.
I think I’m this segment, having a FWD layout might be the better option. They are more space efficient and most parents that are buying this don’t really care for what engine their vehicle has or anything. That being said, I can’t wait to see what other vehicles come on this Mazda platform
Transverse engine and automatic transaxels have a well known history to be garbage especially the later ones used in kias/hyundais having so many issues. Components have to be far more compact to fit under the front hood compared to a conventional longitudinal engine and transmission layout that they can make alot larger and stronger.
@@TheRandomActivity Wrong. Longitudinal engine and transmission needs to be compact than a transverse engine because it takes a lot of space in the hood (you need longer hood length), longer wheelbase, and a hump in the cabin to accomodate a driveshaft, which reduce cabin capacity. And all of that makes the chassis heavier than a fwd. Meanwhile, transverse fwd engine takes less space because the engine and transmission is only located in the front and provide more space in the cabin. Honda and toyota have been making fwd cars for a long time and it's known for their reliability. I don't want to talk about bmw, merc, and other euro cars about reliability lol
Well, if you really need to transport 5 passengers regularly, a minivan would be infinitely better than either. That's where you really get space efficiency
The good thing about the Mazda's infotainment is that the screen is at a good distance where your eyes don't have to adjust as much when glancing back and forth from the road to it. Also, the dial is right where your arm will naturally lay, so you can comfortably use it without having you hold your arm up trying to touch the screen while going over bumps and stuff.
Why is everyone so upset about the Mazda touch screen situation? I think the rotary control knob is easy to use and much less distractive. And the Mazda feels clunky because of the transmission. The electric motor is actually driving the car forward briefly before the clutch engages to the engine.
13:35 the Mazda DOES have a towing mode but its hidden until you hook up to something with the trailer hitch and the electronic connections that you would have installed with your hitch. Its the same for my CX-50. No need to display the option when you are not towing anything.
Sooo agree with you that the infotainment in Mazda focuses on safety, and by that is better! Just needs to get use to it for a while to get the muscle memory going. I have a Mazda 6 with the same infotainment, and I hoped that other manufactures get rid of the touch screens to reduce accidents (increased typically in new EV's that have those)
Can’t wait to see the Mazda CX-70 this year! If the CX-70 is anything like the CX-90, Mazda will likely have two extremely good sellers! Love my ‘19 CX-5, but a CX-70 would be extremely tempting after seeing this beaut!
Agreed! I’m just concerned they will go to American and try to make it wider than the European version. One thing I love about my CX-5 is the size. Fingers crossed
Interesting I think the mazda is better way better. The coming cx-70 with that 3.3T inline 6 is going to be an rdx slayer and a gv-70 competitor for $7k -$10k cheaper than both.
Bought a 24 CX-90 Select (base model). I love it. Got it at MSRP for $38.5k with a rebate off the lot. Even the base model had features i didnt know existed. Theres a couple things i would have like to have, like power folding mirrors, even though it has heated mirrors. I dont want heated or fancy leather seats, or a sun/moon roof. I just wanted it for the 3rd row and drivetrain with 28mpg.
I understand you get the vehicles the car companies give you but you could just compare the entry inline 6 Turbo Premium Plus with the Palisade for an Apples to Apples comparison. The entry inline 6 is 280 HP and 319 tq and has all the same driving dynamics, it’s just less boost.
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good one!!!
dont need new ugly X7 against mercedes!
1st of 3 great vehicles to come :) Yuri definitely will be ordering a 70 next year.
Does the Mazda have a heads-up display? Does the Mazda have heated third row seats?? Does the Mazda have USB ports on the third row??? Does the Mazda have cooled second row seats???? If the Mazda doesn't have all of those then the Palisade wins with its quirks and features.
The mazda is starting to look dated, now.
@@carlosovalle6165 Yes to all
It’s amazing that in this day and age, we are calling a $63,000 vehicle affordable.
For a full size 3-row SUV that is the price to pay, about $46,000 USD
@@turbinator1990 which is just crazy. Typically it’s not a direct conversion though. The comparable car is usually a bit more in the U.S. when taking into account conversion. A 63k vehicle in CAD is probably more like 50-53k USD even though if we are just looking at it from a currency perspective it should be 46k USD.
As much as its amazing to say 16$/h wage is the minimum wage nowadays. Gotta put things in perspective eh?
My thought exactly 😂
@@NiagaraWeddingVideographer The Mazda website says $59,950 American for the top trim though
When you have kids and take a lot of road trips, the space matters. I've 2 MDXs over the last 10 years and it's for sure a nice vehicle but we always felt cramped in it. The pallisade feels huge, and the space makes everyone more comfortable. We absolutely love it.
Yep. If you really need a three row SUV, the CX90 doesn't make much sense. One of the worst in class from a practicality standpoint.
@@plmn93 yea idk what Mazda is thinking, they're focused too much on the engine and rear wheel drive platform. the practicality of the CX-90 is disappointing. just too tight inside for a 3 row family hualer.
@@_M.... That's why my local Mazda dealer has three CX-90s in stock while Palisades, Tellurides, and Pilots have waiting lists.
if you really need space, get a toyota Sienna, all the room you could ever want for under 40k. You just have to drive a minivan, but you'll save 20K simply because it's uncool.
Love the Sienna!
I used to be in the camp of "wtf no android auto touch available in motion?" However, after a couple months of using the rotary dial for all my inputs in my 2017 Mazda 3, it's my preferred input method. No ugly, greasy fingerprints all over the screen, and I've got my muscle memory established to the point where I rarely look at the screen, even for firing up navigation for saved destinations. I don't think I've touched the screen once in over a year, even if the car's parked.
Same with BMW. Once you get used to the rotary it’s much more intuitive and feels more natural navigating the interface. I didn’t consider the fingerprints issue until you mentioned it!
Yeah the controls for the infotainment in Mazda has been and always will be superior to touch in 9/10 scenarios.
The only time a touchscreen is superior is if you're parked, or if a passenger is changing something. But when driving it's useless and much more distracting.
Wrong take 😮
Same thoughts after a month into owning my cx50
6nice try bud. the bottom line for you is that you had to rationalize and go through the learning curve, to retrain yourself to accept that you don't have a choice and are forced to using the dial.... fact is the dial is just as distracting as the touch screen. you can slice and dice this argument all day, but it all boils down to you having to glance at the screen no matter which system you have.
Mazda already wins in my books due to being on a Rear Wheel Drive Platform compared to a Front Wheel Drive one (like that of the Palisade)
It handles incredibly well
@@TheStraightPipes which one?
@@user_jshkdbsms the Mazda obviously lol
The Mazda is premium, the Hyundai not so much.
Yup. Wouldnt even consider fwd
I went with the CX-90 GT with the lower 280hp/332lb-ft engine for the better fuel economy (not using premium) while not sacrificing many features from the top trim but saving $10k. I'm good with that.
How many kids u got sir?
That engine only has about 25 HP. More than what you get with Mazda 50 turbo which runs on four bangers.
This is exactly what I did too
Same here. The 280 is enough for me & the family
@@keytothegate68 But the inline 6 is a much better engine for the more upscale, heavier car.
I have a 2021 Palisade Limited I got for 48k out the door with a lifetime warranty back in 2020. It’s a fantastic car and truly intend to keep it for a couple decades with the warranty.
What items are included in the lifetime warranty? This service is not provided in South Korea. I am really curious about it.
@@zniperaa9865 I'm pretty sure everything, its a $100 deductible. I also believe it's dealership specific, not cooperate
@@danielgillrup9518that dealer lied to close the deal. They will not be fixing it for just $100 for decades
That price with “Lifetime warranty”. Yeah that didn’t happen lol. why do people who buy cars spend so much time weaving unrealistic purchase deals and leave out all context, such as if there was a trade. Just to enjoy your car, no one cares about your fictional magic deal …it doesn’t make your vehicle any cooler. The palisades starts at 57k now before all the fees and taxes. You didn’t get just 10k worth in discounts the dealership would be well into the negative. Get real.
@@DerekJamesMandyMust be “forgetting” that he probably had $20k trade equity or cash down to get that out the door price
I honestly absolutely love the paint on the Mazda. But each to their own i guess
It's like a mystic purple
But I wonder how it would fade over time, being in the harsher climates up north it might look really bad in a few years.
Mazda might finally be in that Acura/Infinity/Lexus category with this one. Incredible interior.
Yes no comparison to a Hyundai.
@@John-kx3ng Mazda has been pushing hard to eliminate that “Mazda is budget” image for years now. Their cars definitely look and feel like they can compete with anything from the aforementioned Japanese makers.
Hyundai has done a better job than Toyota in their latest cars, but they have the Genesis brand, so a lot of the premium materials and engines are going to that brand instead. Mazda is definitely a tier above.
I would put it above Acura and Infiniti and perhaps even Lexus
@@uniquelypositive Mazda luxury? 🤣🤣🤣
@@uniquelypositivelol only Mazda fans think it’s above Lexus and Acura. Mazda is for Uber drivers and car rental companies
Yuri went so fast in that Palisade, it put hair on his face.
😂🧔🏻♂️
Lol! That is some goofy sh*t right there.
Lol😂
Until the corner came and there went the grin.... 😂
I wanted them to cut back to Jakub with a soul patch
Mazda is a huge step up from the Hyundai in terms of brand and appeal. Worth it for that alone
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Exactly, this comparison is a crime.
100% No matter how good the candy wrapper is, Hyundai (and KIA, for that matter) are still no match to Japs... especially engineering-wise
@@spilot1016 Maybe for ICE vehicles...but for EVs, Koreans have the edge in 2023. Whether that continues in the future, we'll see but it's been an absolute disaster for Toyota / Subaru EVs from the get go.. I've driven primarily Japanese vehicles, but my next SUV will probably be a Genesis EV..
I'm a Mazda SUV owner and disagree with this. Mazda is not all that desirable and they're going to get stomped on by Lexus / Acura and likely even Genesis. $63k for a Mazda SUV is going to be a tough proposition for many. As an entusiast, there's no way I would ever trade my CX-5 for the CX-90, even though I could afford to do so. $50k-ish is a sweet spot and above this, I'm going with lux name plates. Pretty sure most would follow suit. More than anything, the wonky hybrid powertrain is a deal breaker, fuel efficiency be damned..
Hands down to mazda cx90 beautiful suv inside and out and ofcourse the driving dynamics is awesome! Mazda cx90 can compete with the luxury suv like bmw and accura
I had a CX-5…There’s definitely a learning curve to the Mazda infotainment system….but once you figure it out, it’s pretty intuitive.
I use the Blindspot cameras in my Tucson ALL THE TIME! I have 3 vehicles, and the other 2 are not Hyundai/Kia, and I find myself looking at my gauge cluster everytime I throw on the turn signal. And then I'm like, "Oh yea, it doesn't have that." 😞 So, yes, there are those of us who LOVE the blindspot camera feature. I literally wish EVERY vehicle had that feature.
Me too! I find them handy when the sun is blinding me from the side!
I have a telluride and it’s probably my number one feature that I look for in a new vehicle. I used to drive a mazda3 and I absolutely loved it, in fact I cried when we traded it in lol but I MAY sacrifice the blind spot cameras for the driving experience of the Mazda.
*edit to say I’m on my husbands account*
@@justindavies9934 lol... It's ok, dude. Don't be ashamed to cry, my man. Lol. J/j... Lol
I bought my Palisade to be a road trip machine and it excels in that. Very comfortable and lots of space. Not perfect, but worth the $.
What year? And reliability issues?
When you say not perfect, what do you find it lacking in that would make it perfect for you?
@@xxk4rilsxx ten year warranties same with telluride. I've owned mazda's and they always broke in four years and had no warranties 😂.
One reason why I want a Telluride. Want to take my family on lots of road trips.
@@scoopaway9176 mazda is basically an entirely new company after 2014. QC has gone way up on their cars, and good luck getting your warranty honored lmao
Pallisade is FWD while the CX90 is a RWD with a 6 in line, that compromise the interior, also the propeller shaft and diff in the rear
Being a cx5 and Mazda 3 owner I couldn’t relate to Jacob’s complaints at all 😂 except the third row room. I was expected a solo review of the cx90 tho 😮
6:48 In Hyundais you can just lock the doors at any point. As long as you have the smartkey with you, the trunk will still open, and then when you close it it'll be locked again.
The power matters when you add more passengers. The vehicle performance is weighed down by additional weight and the vehicle will perform sluggishly if it doesn't have ample power.
Last year drove Hyundai Kona with Lane Keep Assist. It was the best lane keeper I've ever drove: it keeps the best trajectory on any speed and do it very comfortable. The second place I give to Opel Grandland. Interesting is it the same over all cars in Hyundai.
I drive a 2023 Hyundai Palisade and just love it. 23,000 plus miles and zero problems. The engine has plenty of power to move the car when full of people and luggage. The Mazda engine would be a nice option for the Palisade.
You're only at 23k. Hyundai's and Kia's fail around 50-60k. 6 million fires and counting.
Your time hasn't come yet, my friend. Be patient. It will inevitably fail.
@@jacobforwood300 My Palisade will out last you!
I have 23 palisade, it is very good . I had 2016 sonata even that was so great . Hyundai used to be a cheap company back 15 or 20 years ago but now , they improved leaps and bounds .
@@KarthikKesiraju Happy you are enjoying your Palisade!
@@KarthikKesiraju
A car that just copied the design of another company. A Hyundai car without commitment and pride is worthless.
I'm team rotary knob. I recently bought a CX-5 and wasn't sure how I'd feel about it, but after just a month I can do pretty much everything without looking by counting clicks!
In another review vid I learned there’s a deep menu setting that enables touch screen.
same, they are amazing to use😊
same i know what and where every click will take me and with seconds i can get where i want do what i want and then enjoy the ride im rotary clicker ALL DAY skrew the touch skreen that was increfibly annoying to be honest
Mazda brand image is so much better than Hyundai, even Hyundai's newest cars didn't have any logo on the steering wheel because apparently they want the interior to feel upscaled but the Hyundai logo just didn't cut it.
They didn’t want to fool you cheaply though, like calling their CVT transmission with IVT. 😂
The Hyundai logo their using in their electric cars is 4 dots which is Morse code I believe for H
Hearing from an engineer familiar with the Mazda transmission, it’s a conventional transmission with an internal clutch pack serving as the “wet clutch”. He claims this possibly limits the ability to launch from a standstill, and also makes it incredibly complex to modulate as it’s acting as a torque converter at a standstill, needing to prevent rollback but also engage on demand. Hopefully it was engineered for reliability…
Well, it's been the same transmission style in the Mazda 6-speed for years. And they have been decently reliable. Hopefully the new 8-speed is the same.
AFAIK it uses the mild hybrid electric motor to launch and then handoff to the clutch. There is no torque converter so it cant move the vehicle from a standstill without the electric motor.
This system should be more reliable but uses the electric motor to smooth it operation. Like Mercedes they have similar gearbox now
@@thomasbezak1090 sounds like a better more reliable system then since the electric motor will take the most pressure by initiating movement from standstill. This should be standard imo
isnt that the same style they used for the 6 speed? my 2021 mazda 3 has 140k yes it sucks from a standstill, but its been flawless so far. most of the driving is city driving to. unlimited KM powertrain warranty for 5 years.
Mazda is killing it, gutdamn! Can't wait to see what they'll do for the next gen mx5 😍
Hopefully put the straight 6 with turbo in. 😅
Nice making such an wonderful video I am pleased. That car is expensive but I can show you how to afford the money to purchase that car within two months. Ask me how it works if you're interested
I rather the Mazda .. luxurious & will last way longer than that Hyundai
WAY LONGER.
I'd rather have the mazda, too, for the driving experience. But the Hyundai isn't too bad! I've had a 2016 maxcruz and put over 200k miles on it. the only caveat, tho is you can't drive for 20 hours continuously on a hot day. I live in saudi arabia so it reaches 50c over here.
I use the camera feature for the mirrors all the time as an owner of 2 cars with it. Especially late at night
I don't want bold and aggressive. The Mazda looks so fine and elegant, it looks like an early-mid 2000s car with subtle refinements. What a great design inside and out!
Yuri, I totally get what you mean about the eco system. I have a 2016 CX-5 and ordered a 2023 CX-5 and love the rotary dial life. I have elantras and Corollas at work and I hate using that touch screen, especially when I’m on a bumpy road, my finger keeps moving when I want to select stuff. Plus no finger prints if I don’t use the touch screen.
Side Note: I asked on Twitter to confirm the apple car play touch screen working while driving and I appreciate that you guys snuck it into this video. My 2016 CX5 has no CarPlay so couldn’t test it myself.
It's also kind of crazy how the $70k Mazda is considered "affordable" these days. Anxious to see what the EV9 is like in the real world.
60k at Mercedes and bmw gets you two sizes smaller, base version with a lot of tech missing.
@@hamburglar83I would still take them over Mazda or Hyundai.
@@BrianKenney-wc4qd🤣 you take a bmw or Mercedes over a Mazda.. are you perhaps leasing not buying, right?
@@platano4924 Well to be precise I don't take bmw or Mercedes at all, just saying hypothetically I would take a "lesser model" of them over the high end Mazda or Hyundai.
@@BrianKenney-wc4qd the CX-90 is just as luxurious as a comparable BMW or Mercedes tho. Mazda has been positioning itself as a premium brand
I noticed Mazdas are always smaller than the competition and not as comfortable... They look good, and seems like the interior is more designed for looks rather than comfort.... I noticed the same theme for almost all the Mazda cars...
I have a Mazda. It interior is lacking compared to other brands but I LOVE the way it drives. Very sporty! I’ll stick with Mazda for that reason.
@@stacyvang2760 How is the interior lacking? Do you have an older Mazda? Because recent Mazda models have been really luxurious and Mazda has been positioning itself to be a premium brand. Way nicer than Honda, Toyota, etc
Saw a lot of people here trying to decide between the telluride, Highlander and the CX-90. It’s simple, if interior space is your priority, CX-90 would lose every time, as it was never designed to be a minivan alternative. But if you care about design, craftsmanship, driving dynamics, and how all of them come together as a whole, it would literally be an insult to even compare the CX-90 to the highlander, telluride, or even the MDX. Nobody in their right mind, given they know at least a little bit about cars, would compare a RWD inline-6 turbo setup to a bunch of FWD turbo 4 and V6 cars and ask which is better - they are not even in the same league. Can’t believe we are still having this conversation…
This. It’s either buy a car so your family can have a party in the back OR by a masterpiece
Absolutely agree with what you said. I am looking for an optional 3rd vehicle. Yes, 3rd row is a little tight, but for me with a family of 4, it will be optional and only used rare cases. When it comes looks, styling, interior, I am in love with CX 90. I did check Palisade, New Pilot and the interior quality does not match. I am looking to buy CX90 Premium Plus in artesian red. I own 2015 CX5 and no issues so far with Mazda.
I don't understand why Mazda can't manage to build a car that both drives well and is class competitive in practicality. Its as if they want to stay a sales also-ran.
Je suis tout à fait d’accord avec vous
But let's let the new MDX turbo compete. Relax
If i was the driver, I take the CX-90. If i was a passenger, Palisade hands down for more room and comfort!
Exactly this. 90% if people here might want the CX-90 for its I6, RWD, turbo, including myself. But we are such a small percentage (less than 5%) of new car buyers. Most would prefer the Palisade for its extra few features, and especially space/carrying capacity.
Good opinion. I bet most people would agree with this if they are driving enthusiasts
But the driver buys the vehicle 😉
@@aaronj5573 and the passengers help you keep it 😅 especially if you have a partner and kids 😊
@@zogadwoe As a single man, I go with the CX-90 for driving performance. If I have a family, I will go with the Palisade. Preferably the Caligraphy trim.
Palisade/Telluride definitely are still the value king in its segment. However, I prefer the Mazda chassis, powertrain and over quality/refinement for an extra $10k if I was to keep it for 6+ years.
Except most dealers all have huge markups on Telluride/Palisade so they are basically even
The Mazda has the Turbo 6 available in a medium level trim that is cheaper than this palasade. This comparison didnt actually compare apples to apples. Need more info, but both are nice.
Also you don’t need a top trim. You can get the lower HP i6 with most of the features in this car for around 50k which is the same as the loaded Pallisade before markup.
Indeed.
Historically, the Mazda will run forever.
The Hyundai will be used up @ 120k.
@@tmarriotti You don't think the Mazda is going to have a huge markup? They'll be in limited supply...you figure out the math. You didn't think you comment through. Also, not all Hyundai/Kia dealerships have huge markups. Do better than this.
Mazda wins, no question. Way more power and better fuel economy. Much better driving dynamics. Fantastic front row / cabin. The "Calligraphy" trim of the Palisade is expensive (very close in price to the CX90), and now it looks so basic, so if you pay almost the same, why accept less?
For me, the sweet spot in the CX-90 line up is going to be the 280 HP engine in the Premium Plus trim level. It’s down a little bit on horsepower than the high output 6 and is missing a couple of little luxury features like the power steering wheel or rear ventilated seats, but it does check off all the other boxes … panoroof, front ventilated seats, and bonus, it seats three (kids) in the third row, so it has slightly more seating capacity. For nearly $10,000 less than its high output counterpart, it will retain the awesome handling.
280HP is so little. I need at least 500HP.
@@littledovecitydustbro what???
Kudos to the reviewer for this detailed comparison! It's refreshing to see two strong contenders in the SUV market. 👍👍
Mazda owner here...similar with Yuri with the CX-5 and it's not bad...but noticing squeaks and rattles now, but the biggest letdown is the infotainment. The dealership experience was not great either (just switched Mazda dealerships). I think the CX-90 is decent looking (except for the headlights which are not wide enough) and nice interior. But at $63k, would rather fork over more and go for a Lexus / Acura or Genesis. Both great cars, but at $53k range, I would probably go Palisade / Telluride
I rented a cx5 in 2022 while I was waited for my Mazda 3 to come in from Japan. As to infotainment the new one is light years ahead of the old. It’s very enjoyable. As to the squeaks and such, Mazda pretty much fixed this after 3 years of the car being out for the 3. So there might be some growing pain for the new cars too. That or they’ve fixed whatever issues were going around brand wide
No normal person is calling a $63,000 vehicle affordable or budget friendly. Especially for a Hyundai! Anyway I enjoyed the back and forth here, and I'm subscribing today!!!
That tan and black interior on the Mazda is on 🔥. I've always had black interiors but would totally get this in the cx90.
@TheStraightPipes you need to get that CX-90 over to Tuxmat so they can laser scan it.😊
I recently cancelled my order for a 2023 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy and now have a 2024 CX-90 Signature on order. As an enthusiast FR with an inline 6 and that beautiful interior are hard to pass up.
Congrats!!
How long will your order wait time be?
@@KenSheppa 8 weeks
@@KenSheppa Roughly 90 days. I expect delivery around mid to late July.
Totally legit comments (Not from TuxMat employees)
I totally agree with everything mazda. It is something you just need to experience it. Once you have a mazda you won’t like anything else. It is just better.
I prefer bmw’s driving experience. But when you compare cost to buy and reliability, it surely looks like Mazda is a total winner. I drove the 90 yesterday and couldn’t get over how well it handles accelerates and steers. The fit and finish while not German is still remarkable for an Asian reliable car. I’m trying to negotiate a purchase of the cx70 this week.
The Mazda you show is the top of the line model. The base Mazda 6 cylinder turbo model, with 280hp, is $10k less.
I'm waiting for the reveal of the coming CX-70 (2-row) version of this. Hoping it will be offered with that 3.0L Skyactive 280hp. Will be perfect for me.
And they showed an XRT Palisade which is $42k not $52k like the calligraphy
I think it speaks to Mazda's design ethos that even its largest SUV offering is still fun to drive! I'd love to get one of my own
I cannot believe how fast that mazda went into production
I think all these reviews are sleeping on the lower trim CX-90s. Mazda always has really good value options, and the trim levels always feel very fairly equipped. The inline six really helps with the premium feeling, not sure it really matters if it has more HP or not. 280hp in base trim is more than adequate. Whatever the first trim that unlocks the bigger rims is probably the sweet spot.
agreed but at the price point Im wanting ventilated seats
Don't play with my emotions with the box test 😢
I use the blind spot camera views all the time in my Genesis! It works great!
The Palisade for sure is a nice rig and offers good value, but the CX-90 is absolutely worth the extra $$. The Mazda is soooooooo much better looking inside and out, faster and handles much more competently. We picked up a new Acura MDX A-Spec in the last year and if the CX-90 was available at the time, we almost certainly would have went that route.
14:43 that screenshot edit had me spill my coffee 🤣 10/10 I love you guys
I traded my Cx9 Carbon for a Palisade about 2 months ago. So far, after diving it and a road trip, the Palisade offers so much more than mazda and im glad i made the trade. The warranty is great, but hopefully, i won't need it, and I'll update with any less than normal troubles. I was nervous of the brand but its won me over fully. The SUV is better then my cx9 and my 2021 traverse.
that cx90 looks so much better in and out
Great way to compare similar vehicles by jumping from one to another the same day.
That 39k bare bone CX-90 with that straight six 8speed auto gatta be steal
The Mazda is pure class. If I was in the market for a new midsize SUV between 50-100k, only thing I’d consider over this would be the Mercedes GLE
The cx90 with the grey two tone interior looks insane. Very minimalist with a nice german looking exterior. If I was into suvs I would consider the cx90.
That blacked out palisade looks so sick though. Seen many get that and mod it up too, looks pretty badass
I have a Sonata and use the turn signal cameras all the time. They make lane changes a breeze
It's so refreshing to see any color at all in the kitchen!
The mazda screams BMW and I like it ngl
My favorite reviewers reviewing my life decision 😜 I am a Mazda admirer who bought 2023 Palisade Calligraphy 😀 no regrets as such but the InLine 6 Turbo is something to ponder over 😐
Yeah the calligraphy trim makes the car worth it tbh, I'd get it over a GV80 Because the extra money for the GV80 almost isn't worth it when it's so close
Just bought cx90. This exact one
@@mbenton6 congrats. How is the space in the trunk behind the 3rd row? I'm mot feeling the way the sunroof opens in the Mazda. Tell us more about tour experience as an owner.
It takes about 2 months to receive $62,300 with a few addon accessories
I'm keeping the third row down I have 2 young teenagers
You're missing the $10k dealer markup on the Hyundai that we're seeing in the States. Wife got a CX 90 PHEV over the Palisade Calligraphy because after dealer mark-ups the prices were within $1,000 of each other. She's absolutely loved her CX-90.
The SOUL RED CRYSTAL METALLIC is also available for the CX-90.
More power, better FE, better driving dynamics, more premium interior... I'll take the Mazda.
I bought the CX90 Turbo S package which has the 340 HP version. I also own a BMW 535 with the B58 inline turbo 6 and 8 speed transmission. I love Mazda's, having recently owned a MX-5 and a Mazda 3 GT. I couldn't wait to get Mazda's inline turbo 6 with the 8 speed transmission. If anyone wants to see what the gap is between the BMW and the new Mazda inline 6, this is the perfect combo to compare. The BMW still is pretty far ahead in the transmission especially as it never seems unsure of itself, which is what I have seen in the Mazda at low speeds. The Mazda CX90 is a great upgrade for Mazda, but still lacks the refinement of the BMW...in my opinion.
Definitely the Mazda. The Hyundai wont hold resale value like the Mazda, plus you'll have to deal with shady Hyundai dealerships.....
THE ULTIMATE COMPARISON!!! YOU GUYS ARE GENIUSES!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH 😭😭😭
Both of them got a great front side design than the new BMW....
Me and my wife purchased in full the first cx-90 in midland Odessa Texas area!!!! We love ❤️ it!!!! And boy oh boy does she drive great!!!! We have 1 kid so space in third row isn’t a big deal. It’s a great great ride. MAZDA!
CX-90 by far is a better buy.
It’s tiny… awful value for the space
I own a CX90 and the cargo space is very disappointing
Hyundai has been really good during this decade, although I have been really annoyed by the "Wahs" of the commercials, especially when I'm watching hockey
CX-90 by a mile. Especially in Soul Red
Thats not soul red
Its a new type of red, a brother to soul red, engineered specially for the CX90
Its darker than soul red, almost wine colored under certain lights
@@joecool9739 the color in the video is Artisan Red. Looks ok but not as good as Soul Red
'By a mile'. ... But it will outlast the Daewoo by 200K.
I’m test driving a cx90 today. Love my cx5. Just need the room for my kids and hockey bags.
Dude A: The Palisade is literally better in every parameter!
Dude B: Yeah, well! I prefer the Mazda!
Peak brand-washed behaviour.
Commenting before even watching the whole video: this is a test I needed to see although I would have liked to see the non Turbo S version as it's similar priced and more apples to apples.
you compared highest Mazda CX 90 trim with lowest or mid tier Palisade trim. I really wanted to see the difference in trims at similar prices. E.g. Calligraphy vs Turbo Premium plus
I would luv to see you play with the touch screen while driving in heavy traffic.....good luck....rotary knob is the way to go
Mazda CX-90 is the best, Mazda always do an outstanding job on every vehicle they produce😊
Mazda cx90 is a midsize suv, compared to the palisade, which is a standard suv. I also hate that the side mirrors on the mazda are to forward, and you feel cramped in there. While it is a very nice suv its just to small for an everyday car for a 5.9 person. I just rented a palisade and it feels more roomier.
Both excellent vehicles but I expect the Mazda to have less issues long term. (obviously excluding the first model year as for any new car the first model year will have the most issues)
FINALLY YOU LISTENED ....HOW MANTY TIMES HAVE YOU STATED IT DOES NOT HAVE TOUCHSCREEN ...I posted every time I heard you guys state no touch screen many times ...thank -you.
I would love to see mention of auto-dimming exterior side mirrors. It's a feature so many automakers overlook but it is a necessity for me personally and I would love to know which models have it.
Palisade has it, but you'll have to option up to Limited/Calligraphy I believe.
Oof that’s a good one ! How do you locate cars with that? Do you just default to buying more high end expensive cars because they often have them and you don’t have to think, or do you find the mainstream cars with them?
@@Natethegreat200c I have astigmatism so dimming side mirrors were a must-have when I was car shopping. Virtually no economy cars have them besides the odd VW or Nissan (and even then, you might need to import parts from overseas). It's generally limited to premium/luxury brands. Genesis includes it on most trims, so I went for a used 2015 sedan. And Mercedes only includes it on the driver side for some reason.
My 2009 mazda6 has auto-dimming exterior and interior mirrors. Not sure if Mazda still offers that. It requires a light sensor in the center mirror.
I'd bet the 90 has it. My 16' mazda6 has them. I'd be shocked if they omitted that feature on their most premium product ever.
Any word on when the base inline 6 will be available to compare/review? Would be interesting to see a price matched comparison.
Its already out as well.
I think I’m this segment, having a FWD layout might be the better option. They are more space efficient and most parents that are buying this don’t really care for what engine their vehicle has or anything. That being said, I can’t wait to see what other vehicles come on this Mazda platform
Transverse engine and automatic transaxels have a well known history to be garbage especially the later ones used in kias/hyundais having so many issues.
Components have to be far more compact to fit under the front hood compared to a conventional longitudinal engine and transmission layout that they can make alot larger and stronger.
@@TheRandomActivity Wrong. Longitudinal engine and transmission needs to be compact than a transverse engine because it takes a lot of space in the hood (you need longer hood length), longer wheelbase, and a hump in the cabin to accomodate a driveshaft, which reduce cabin capacity. And all of that makes the chassis heavier than a fwd. Meanwhile, transverse fwd engine takes less space because the engine and transmission is only located in the front and provide more space in the cabin. Honda and toyota have been making fwd cars for a long time and it's known for their reliability. I don't want to talk about bmw, merc, and other euro cars about reliability lol
Well, if you really need to transport 5 passengers regularly, a minivan would be infinitely better than either. That's where you really get space efficiency
@@PaulHojdaTrue if you’re transporting 6 regularly. For 5 a minivan is overkill, and excruciatingly boring overkill at that.
The good thing about the Mazda's infotainment is that the screen is at a good distance where your eyes don't have to adjust as much when glancing back and forth from the road to it. Also, the dial is right where your arm will naturally lay, so you can comfortably use it without having you hold your arm up trying to touch the screen while going over bumps and stuff.
Mazda for sure for me
“As someone who doesn’t have any invested interest in either brand” …..”as someone who’s already in Mazda ecosystem…”
I like the car but it doesn’t make a difference to me if you buy Mazda. Like I don’t make anymore money if YOU go buy a Hyundai instead of a Mazda
@@TheStraightPipes 😂
I wish ya put this up against the Pilot Elite. But still good review. Thanks for the content!
Why? the Pilot is a joke and sorely outclassed by anything in this class.
Why is everyone so upset about the Mazda touch screen situation? I think the rotary control knob is easy to use and much less distractive.
And the Mazda feels clunky because of the transmission. The electric motor is actually driving the car forward briefly before the clutch engages to the engine.
Love how not many people noticed Yuri’s beard growth throughout the video 🤣
Yea.. I noticed it too 😂😂
13:35 the Mazda DOES have a towing mode but its hidden until you hook up to something with the trailer hitch and the electronic connections that you would have installed with your hitch. Its the same for my CX-50. No need to display the option when you are not towing anything.
Sooo agree with you that the infotainment in Mazda focuses on safety, and by that is better! Just needs to get use to it for a while to get the muscle memory going.
I have a Mazda 6 with the same infotainment, and I hoped that other manufactures get rid of the touch screens to reduce accidents (increased typically in new EV's that have those)
Can’t wait to see the Mazda CX-70 this year! If the CX-70 is anything like the CX-90, Mazda will likely have two extremely good sellers! Love my ‘19 CX-5, but a CX-70 would be extremely tempting after seeing this beaut!
Agreed! I’m just concerned they will go to American and try to make it wider than the European version. One thing I love about my CX-5 is the size. Fingers crossed
Interesting I think the mazda is better way better. The coming cx-70 with that 3.3T inline 6 is going to be an rdx slayer and a gv-70 competitor for $7k -$10k cheaper than both.
Mazda any day, for interior and exterior! Best SUV we ever had.
The box test was the only reason I sub'd 😢
Bought a 24 CX-90 Select (base model). I love it. Got it at MSRP for $38.5k with a rebate off the lot. Even the base model had features i didnt know existed. Theres a couple things i would have like to have, like power folding mirrors, even though it has heated mirrors. I dont want heated or fancy leather seats, or a sun/moon roof. I just wanted it for the 3rd row and drivetrain with 28mpg.
That Palisade is rocking quite the Hitler mustache from the front.
I can't see it.
I can't unsee it now thx 😂
I had a santa fe and now a cx9 . Just for all the mechanicals problems i had with the Hyundai iwould never buy an other one
I understand you get the vehicles the car companies give you but you could just compare the entry inline 6 Turbo Premium Plus with the Palisade for an Apples to Apples comparison. The entry inline 6 is 280 HP and 319 tq and has all the same driving dynamics, it’s just less boost.