Top Mazda SUVs for Summer Road Trips: Comfort, MPG & Cargo Space Compared

There’s something for everybody in Mazda’s outstanding family of SUVs, meeting all types of household budgets and the family’s summer road trip requirements.

Mazda SUV models differ in comfort features, MPG, and cargo space, so for the astute buyer, making comparisons is always a good idea before pulling the trigger on a particular model.  

What are the current Mazda SUV models?

The smallest of Mazda’s SUVs is the subcompact crossover Mazda CX-30. 

The CX-5 and the more off-road-ready CX-50 compete in the compact SUV segment, while the largest Mazda SUVs are the midsize CX-70 and CX-90.

Mazda SUV comfort comparisons

Mazda has always taken passenger comfort seriously, with all models offering stylish premium interiors, high build quality, quality materials, and plenty of comfort and luxury features.

The CX-30, CX-5, CX-50, and CX-70 all seat up to five passengers in two rows, with the CX-90 being the sole three-row seater that accommodates up to eight passengers.

For the ultimate in comfort and space for summer road trips, buyers should look to the CX-70, which shares the CX-90’s dimensions but seats only five passengers, freeing up interior passenger space. 

Standard comfort features across all SUV models include the following usual expected items and more:

• Air conditioning
• Power windows
• Power door locks 
• Up-to-date modern Infotainment systems  
• Bluetooth® hands-free phone and audio capability
• Wireless Apple CarPlay® integration and Wireless Android Auto™compatibility 
• Steering-wheel-mounted audio, phone, and cruise controls

Our table below makes it easy to compare passenger space in cubic feet by model.

CX-30	CX-5	CX-50	CX-70	CX-90
94.1	106.5	100.3	141.6	141.6

Which Mazda SUV is the most fuel-efficient?

Rising fuel costs put pressure on often static household budgets, so choosing a Mazda SUV that fits your summer road trip travel budget is important. 

All Mazda SUV models are powered by naturally aspirated or turbocharged gasoline engines, with the CX-50, CX-70, and CX-90 also available as Hybrid models, and the CX-70 and CX-90 offering a PHEV option.

A quick look at each model’s estimated EPA combined mpg will give you an idea of what to expect.

CX-30 Naturally aspirated / Turbocharged	CX-5 Naturally aspirated / Turbocharged	CX-50 Naturally aspirated / Turbocharged / HYBRID	CX-70 HYBRID/PHEV	CX-90/HYBRID/PHEV
28.0 / 25.0	28.0 / 25.0	28.0 / 25.0 / 38.0	25.0 / 56 MPGe in gasoline and electric mode	25.0 / 56 MPGe in gasoline and electric mode

Cargo space comparison

There’s really no point in hitting the road for your summer road trip if your car can’t carry all your luggage. With a wide range of models, the Mazda SUV lineup matches cargo space needs to budgets.

With all seating positions occupied, each model offers the following primary cargo space behind the last row of seats, measured in cubic feet, with the CX-70 being the top pick.

CX-30	CX-5	CX-50	CX-70	CX-90
20.2	30.9	31.4	39.6	15.9

Discover the Mazda SUV models lineup at Seacoast Mazda

Find out more about the Mazda SUV models lineup at Seacoast Mazda. 

With all the latest Mazda models to discover and an impressive selection of quality pre-owned vehicles, Seacoast Mazda will meet all your summer road-trip motoring needs.

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