I mean not to dampen the Mazda enthusiasm but is that a lot of highway driving? Mazdas aren't known for a relaxing and comfortable nature. Something like a older 2016-2017 Lexus ES350 or 2019-2021 Toyota Avalon Hybrid would be more suited to putting in relaxing highway miles. The closest thing would be looking at a 2018-2021 Mazda 6 Turbo Signature Edition. That'd be as comfortable long-distance driver you can get in Mazda Land. Or a new CX-90 or CX-70 Hybrids AWD if you're looking at new cars? If you really need AWD the later build AWD Subaru Legacy XT's are pretty nice too? So many options...
Whats your price? How many miles on a used car? New car? Why do you want AWD? If you're really in the market id highly suggest finding a late local CarMax and taking a day to drive 4-5 different cars/suv's. (With your wife/partner) Take notes for each test drive. I've had good experiences with CarMax as they aren't really pushy because the pricing is the price (yes you do pay more) but their inventory is usually pretty new and clean.