Kia Niro vs Mazda CX-70
Overview | |
Years produced2017-Present | Years produced2025-Present |
MSRP$26,590 | MSRP$40,445 |
Listings609 | Listings924 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe all-new 2023 Kia Niro offers up a fresh take on sustainable mobility. From cleanly defined exterior lines to a minimalist but eco-friendly cabin redesign (the seats are made from eucalyptus leaves!), the second-generation Niro also tops the fuel economy charts with a best-in-class 4.4 L/100 km combined. | |
Reviews SummaryThe CX-70 midsize SUV mimics the Lexus RX by offering two rows of seats, seating for five people, distinctive styling, an upscale interior, and gas or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains. If this new Mazda model looks familiar, you’re not mistaken. The 2025 CX-70 is the same as the CX-90, but without a third-row seat. Subtle styling changes help it to stand apart from its family-friendly sibling in the Mazda SUV lineup. Verdict: Mazda envisions itself as a premium brand and makes the necessary investments in its products to ensure credibility in that respect. However, its vehicles also cost less than luxury-badged alternatives, adding value to the equation. That value makes it easier to forgive the 2025 Mazda CX-70’s few shortcomings. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.6L 139 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine3.3L 280 hp I6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower280 hp @ 5000 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh | EV Battery Capacity0.33 kWh |
MPG City53 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway45 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 139 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name3.3L 280 hp I6 |
Torque | Torque332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower280 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity1.3 kWh | EV Battery Capacity0.33 kWh |
MPG City53 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway45 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Leather Seats | Leather SeatsStandard |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.8 cu ft | Cargo Space39.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3071 lbs | Curb Weight4709 lbs |
Height60.8 in | Height68.2 in |
Length174.0 in | Length200.8 in |
Width71.8 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase107.1 in | Wheelbase122.8 in |
Maximum Payload1140 lbs | Maximum Payload1292 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2017-Present | 2025-Present |
MSRP | $26,590 | $40,445 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The all-new 2023 Kia Niro offers up a fresh take on sustainable mobility. From cleanly defined exterior lines to a minimalist but eco-friendly cabin redesign (the seats are made from eucalyptus leaves!), the second-generation Niro also tops the fuel economy charts with a best-in-class 4.4 L/100 km combined. | The CX-70 midsize SUV mimics the Lexus RX by offering two rows of seats, seating for five people, distinctive styling, an upscale interior, and gas or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrains. If this new Mazda model looks familiar, you’re not mistaken. The 2025 CX-70 is the same as the CX-90, but without a third-row seat. Subtle styling changes help it to stand apart from its family-friendly sibling in the Mazda SUV lineup. Verdict: Mazda envisions itself as a premium brand and makes the necessary investments in its products to ensure credibility in that respect. However, its vehicles also cost less than luxury-badged alternatives, adding value to the equation. That value makes it easier to forgive the 2025 Mazda CX-70’s few shortcomings. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.6L 139 hp I4 Hybrid | 3.3L 280 hp I6 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 1.3 kWh | 0.33 kWh |
MPG City | 53 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 45 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 139 hp I4 Hybrid | 3.3L 280 hp I6 |
Torque | 332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 280 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 1.3 kWh | 0.33 kWh |
MPG City | 53 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 45 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Standard | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.8 cu ft | 39.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3071 lbs | 4709 lbs |
Height | 60.8 in | 68.2 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 200.8 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 122.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1140 lbs | 1292 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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