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Just did a quick Google and this was the answer: "The 2.5L engine in the Mazda CX-90 PHEV is not an "all-new" engine design, but rather an updated version of Mazda's existing naturally aspirated 2.5L 4-cylinder Skyactiv-G engine. It is heavily modified for plug-in hybrid duty, paired with a 68...

The 2.5L used in the CX90 hybrid is unrelated to the 2.5 used in the CX5 for over a decade?

I was thinking it made no sense the hybrid CX5 wasn't ready at launch as they already have a 2.5L hybrid for the CX60/70/90 with 323hp and 369 ft/lbs and an 8sp automatic. Of course, this is a RWD platform, but surely Mazda can adapt it to work with FWD.

I guess time will tell. I read good and bad experiences with Kia and Mazda all the time so it isn't isolated to Kia. I am at 3500 miles and going in for my first oil change today (along with a software recall update for the emission system). I don't plan on adding any aftermarket stuff...

Can you elaborate? I would love to know what to look out for on my 25.

The CX-9 isn't in production anymore, is it? They have three different engines in the CX-50 so it isn't unusual. I personally think they should have either waited to release the new CX-5 until the hybrid was ready or continue the turbo until the hybrid was released.

Interesting. Maybe on lower end models, but the Telluride has very solid doors. Easily equal if not better than the '21 I CX-5 I had.

They show a "Used- Like New" unit available for $70 so you still get a deal....

Toyota was involved in the 1st gen CX-9? I thought it was a Ford/Mazda only. In a quick look online (wikipedia), I see nothing mentioning Toyota involvement.

I don't think the same would be said for Kia/Hyundai.... Lots of niceties for the money.

Others I might suggest, if you like hybrids, are the Kia/Hyundai twins Sportage/Tuscon in the hybrid trims. They come close to the power of the CX-5 2.5T and provide better economy at the same time.

Yep, the previous gen Outback had a giant tablet like the new CX-5. They realized it wasn't a great idea and went back to a smaller screen with physical controls. I am shocked and dismayed Mazda decided to go all in on the huge screen with almost no physical controls. Opposite of what they...

An unwise move IMHO. Sure, offer an electric variant if you like, but at least offer a hybrid (which is what Toyota does best).

Huge mistake if that is how it is (having to go into the touchscreen to disable every time you drive).

It's pretty lame there are no upgraded versions available at launch. I think they should have waited to release until a new powertrain was available. An extra 150 lbs with no increase in power? Nope....