Best 3-Row SUV: New Mazda CX-90 vs 7 Rivals

We sent out the call. A request to every manufacturer, looking for new, significantly updated, or strong contenders in the mainstream three-row SUV segment. We need the best of best for a special AutoGuide Three-Row SUV Shootout Comparison brought to you by Weathertech. Our goal: to find the best 3 row SUV.

0:00 - Intro
0:58 - Mazda CX-90
4:53 - Honda Pilot
7:31 - WeatherTech Promo
8:14 - Hyundai Palisade
11:43 - Kia Telluride
14:34 - Toyota Highlander
17:05 - Subaru Ascent
20:02 - Nissan Pathfinder
22:42 - Mazda CX-9
25:51 - The Winner Is...

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[rogerp]

These full-segment reviews are SO valuable to the consumer - well done all, and congrats to the winner!

[JonasBuack]

Interesting that the Mazda got second despite being the newcomer. If the price is the only sore point compared to the 1st-place Hyundai, I'm willing to pay the price if I'm getting a better car. You can't ignore that inline 6 and rear-drive-based AWD architecture.

[sylverbullit]

I've never owned a Mazda, but the new Cx-90 is absolutely at the top of my list! Great video. Fair comparisons

[johnstancell]

Currently own a 21 CX-30 Turbo Premium and it's a stellar machine. With 2 kids and a dog and a lot of travel, I've been waiting for the CX-90. I'll likely be getting a 25 model after they've worked out any kinks from the first iteration.

[JoseCastillo-hlvl]

I don't know what they mean by the price here in the United States, more directly in New York, the CX-90 TURBO S costs the same as the hyundai and the pilot in their highest versions, so if all 3 are at the same price, I'll go 100% with the new cx-90 since I get 340 horsepower and an interior that competes with German SUVs, I have a 2021 pilot and I was thinking of making a change to the 2023 but now I'm buying the cx 90 turbo s

[bayoobalola]

"Quaint, premium, german". On the CX90 interior. CX90 a blend of everything particularly German and Japanese. Kudos

[JackSmith-qidr]

Convenient to omit that the CX90s can run on regular fuel but with a subsequent decrease in HP but still beats the competition.

[johnnytampocao]

Gorgeous car, Mazda CX-90 is now my favorite SUV.

[calenpope]

Great review guys! I enjoyed the nuance of the commentary; how several of the non-winners would be perfect for somebody, or how the Mazda was the best vehicle if it was cheaper. Lots of great points made and no overwrought nit-picking on a particular pet peeve.

[regisoppenheimer]

This is my fifth’s Mazda from 3 standard then automatic, cx5 cx9 and now CX90 S .
No problem in 15 years.😊

[IamH]

Goodbye to my beloved cx9, might not be what the market is looking for, but it was one hell of of a machine in terms of looks, handling safety.

[RetrieverTrainingAlone]

Up here in Alaska I like the Honda Pilot. 6-cylinder engine that can last >250, 000 miles. No CVT transmission, 10-speed transmission that can last > 250, 000 miles. Greatest width between wheel wells (50 inches) so I can easily fit a sheet of plywood or 2 XL dog boxes side by side in a Honda Pilot. Excellent All-Wheel Drive for winter driving up here in interior Alaska.

[noboringcars]

I just got my Palisade last week with lots of year end incentives. It’s actually better than most luxury cars in terms of equipment, and I have had many Mercedes and BMW products. It’s not as fast but you get all the latest tech and it works very well. I am picking up family at the airport tomorrow and we will have a great time touring in this vehicle.

[adriannalundasan]

Judging by the way Mazda is pricing the CX90, the base models competes with the mainstream segment while the top one can go head to head with the more premium brands and in my opinion and experience, the CX90 can easily topple the MDX, thanks to Acura for refusing to build a RWD platform and with that 10s ZF is completely a joke. Test drove a bunch of MDX in 2019 from 6 dealership in GTA area both have the same flaw in the tranny.

[ROB-]

I test drove the CX-90 and then bought a 2023 Buick Enclave Avenir. Mazda was second choice and I watched the CX-50 & CX-90 roll outs for months berore they were available.

[Pandabear]

I tested Palisade and CX-90 and ended up purchasing a CX-90. I have no regrets a month later

[ashwinshankar]

This is Great.. Thank you. Could you do a similar one when the Grand Highlander launches..

[guigocn]

Loved the video and the comparison although I do not agree with the price justification.
Also for the next time you guys do the same comparison, would be good to talk and show more the third-row, since it is the topic and differentiation of these SUVs.

[kevinlucas]

Great review !!! I agree as a former palisade owner, now have a limited tucson. It was the best vehicle I've ever owned !!! Two knocks though are the engine would be better with 4cyl turbo like Santa fe sport. But you can't argue the value, and with the most options too !!

[KrazyWorldWars]

Best comparison on ty for 3 rows suv. Kudos!