Electrified driving makes a lot of sense in the Coachella Valley, where so many trips are short hops along Highway 111 and stop-and-go traffic between Palm Springs and Palm Desert. At Palm Springs Mazda, located at 69200 E Palm Canyon Dr in Cathedral City, you can compare every electrified Mazda in one place: the CX-50 Hybrid, the CX-70 PHEV and CX-90 PHEV plug-in hybrids, and the CX-70 and CX-90 with the 3.3L turbo inline-6 mild-hybrid powertrain.
Browse the electrified inventory above, then use the guides below to compare hybrid, plug-in hybrid and mild-hybrid options and decide which fits your commute, your garage and your road-trip plans.
Mazda’s current US lineup does not include a fully electric vehicle, so its electrified choices fall into three groups: a full hybrid that never needs a plug, plug-in hybrids that drive on electricity for local trips, and a mild-hybrid inline-6 that adds electric assist to a gas engine. Click any model name to shop that model’s inventory.
| Model | Size / Type | Seating and Capability | Best For | Shop Inventory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-50 Hybrid | Compact SUV, full hybrid | 5 seats, 219 total hp, standard e-AWD, 38 mpg combined (EPA est.), no charging needed | Commuters who want top mileage without plugging in | Shop Mazda CX-50 Hybrid |
| CX-70 PHEV | Midsize two-row SUV, plug-in hybrid | 5 seats, 323 system hp, up to 32 miles electric range, 61 MPGe (EPA est.) | Electric local driving with room for gear | Shop Mazda CX-70 PHEV |
| CX-90 PHEV | Midsize three-row SUV, plug-in hybrid | 7 seats, 323 system hp, up to 26 miles electric range, 56 MPGe (EPA est.) | Three rows plus electric commuting | Shop Mazda CX-90 PHEV |
| CX-70 3.3 Turbo | Midsize two-row SUV, mild hybrid | 5 seats, 280 to 340 hp, up to 5,000 lbs towing (properly equipped) | Strong power and towing with electric assist | Shop Mazda CX-70 |
| CX-90 3.3 Turbo | Midsize three-row SUV, mild hybrid | 7 or 8 seats, 280 to 340 hp, up to 5,000 lbs towing (properly equipped) | Larger households that tow | Shop Mazda CX-90 |
The CX-50 Hybrid pairs a 2.5L gas engine with electric motors, a hybrid battery and an e-CVT, using Toyota-sourced hybrid technology for 219 total hp. The battery recharges through the engine and regenerative braking, so you never plug it in. The EPA estimates 39 mpg city, 37 highway and 38 combined, and electronic AWD is standard, with Mi-Drive Power and Trail modes.
The CX-70 PHEV uses a 2.5L e-Skyactiv PHEV engine and an electric motor for 323 total system hp in a two-row, five-seat body. Mazda states up to 32 miles of all-electric range and an estimated 520 miles of total range, with a full charge in about 2.5 hours on a Level 2 home charger. It also tows up to 3,500 lbs when properly equipped.
The CX-90 PHEV brings plug-in efficiency to Mazda’s three-row SUV, with seating for seven. Its 2.5L engine and 68 kW electric motor produce 323 hp and 369 lb-ft on premium fuel. Mazda states up to 26 miles of electric range for around-town driving and up to 500 miles of total range, plus up to 3,500 lbs of towing when properly equipped.
The 3.3L turbo e-Skyactiv inline-6 in the CX-70 and CX-90 uses Mazda’s 48V M Hybrid Boost system, which adds electric assist to smooth acceleration and restarts. It makes 280 hp and 332 lb-ft, or up to 340 hp and 369 lb-ft in Turbo S models on premium fuel, earns an EPA-estimated 25 mpg combined and tows up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped.
The right electrified Mazda depends mostly on where you park at night and how far you drive on a typical day.
Also shopping gas models? Compare the full Mazda SUV and crossover lineup, the efficient Mazda3 sedan and hatchback or the MX-5 Miata.
Choosing between a hybrid, a plug-in hybrid and a mild hybrid is easier when you can drive them back to back. At Palm Springs Mazda, our team will explain how each powertrain works, what charging at home involves and which model fits your daily miles, all in a process we aim to keep simple, transparent and enjoyable. Relax in the exclusive, state-of-the-art Mazda Lounge upstairs while we prepare your test drive, check current new Mazda specials, and review financing and lease options.
Our factory-trained service team supports hybrid and plug-in hybrid Mazdas after the sale. You can schedule service online, check Mazda service specials, and get a value for your current vehicle with our Kelley Blue Book® Instant Cash Offer.
Mazda’s current US electrified lineup includes the CX-50 Hybrid, the CX-70 PHEV and the CX-90 PHEV, along with the 3.3L turbo inline-6 mild-hybrid powertrain in the CX-70 and CX-90. You can compare all of them at Palm Springs Mazda in Cathedral City.
Not in its current US lineup. Mazda’s electrified models are hybrids, plug-in hybrids and mild hybrids, all of which can refuel at any gas station. The plug-in models let you drive on electricity alone for shorter trips.
A hybrid like the CX-50 Hybrid charges its battery through the engine and braking, so you never plug it in. A plug-in hybrid like the CX-70 PHEV or CX-90 PHEV has a larger battery you charge from an outlet, allowing all-electric driving for local trips before the gas engine takes over.
Mazda states up to 32 miles of all-electric range for the CX-70 PHEV and up to 26 miles for the CX-90 PHEV. Actual range varies with temperature, speed, climate control use and driving habits, and earlier model PHEVs may carry different ratings.
According to Mazda, a full charge takes about 2.5 hours with a Level 2 home charger and about 11 hours with the included Level 1 cable. Many owners plug in overnight and start each day with a full battery.
M Hybrid Boost is a 48V mild-hybrid system paired with the 3.3L turbo inline-6 in the CX-70 and CX-90. It provides electric assist to the gas engine for smoother acceleration and restarts, and it never needs to be plugged in.
Yes. The CX-70 and CX-90 inline-6 models tow up to 5,000 lbs, and the CX-70 PHEV and CX-90 PHEV tow up to 3,500 lbs, when properly equipped. Towing ratings depend on configuration, so ask us about the specific vehicle.
Electrified Mazdas are built for everyday driving in hot climates, though extreme heat and heavy air-conditioning use can reduce efficiency and electric range on any hybrid or plug-in hybrid. Parking in the shade or a garage and keeping up with scheduled maintenance at our service department help your Mazda perform its best through Coachella Valley summers.
Palm Springs Mazda is proud to serve drivers from Cathedral City, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, Coachella, Desert Hot Springs, Thousand Palms, Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree, Beaumont, Banning, and beyond.
Compare the CX-50 Hybrid, CX-70 PHEV, CX-90 PHEV and inline-6 mild-hybrid models with our team at 69200 E Palm Canyon Dr in Cathedral City.
69200 E Palm Canyon Dr
Cathedral City, CA 92234
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