2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV vs. 2027 Kia Telluride
Buy the CX-90 PHEV if you have home charging and a short commute — roughly 26 miles of electric range can cover most weekday driving, and it drives like a premium vehicle. Buy the Telluride if you have no charger, need a bigger third row and want the longer warranty.
Specs side by side
| Spec | 2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Premium Plus | 2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro SX-Prestige AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP (trim tested) | ~$58,000 (PHEV Premium Plus) | ~$56,000 (X-Pro SX-Prestige) |
| Powertrain | 2.5L I-4 plug-in hybrid | 2.5L turbo I-4 |
| Combined horsepower | 323 hp | 329 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft |
| EPA electric range | Approx. 26 mi | None |
| EPA combined (gas mode) | Approx. 25 mpg | Approx. 22 mpg |
| Drivetrain | AWD (RWD-based) | AWD |
| Seating | 6, 7 or 8 | 7 or 8 |
| Max towing | 3,500 lb | 5,500 lb |
| Powertrain warranty | 5 yr / 60,000 mi | 10 yr / 100,000 mi |
Buy the CX-90 PHEV if…
- Home charging plus a commute under 25 miles each way
- Drivers who want a premium, rear-drive-biased chassis
- Buyers chasing plug-in efficiency in a three-row
Buy the Telluride if…
- No charging access at home or work
- Towing up to 5,500 lb
- Long-term ownership backed by 10-year coverage
The verdict
The CX-90 PHEV only pays off if you plug it in — without charging, you're carrying battery weight for nothing. If your driveway has a 240-volt outlet, it's the more satisfying vehicle to drive. If it doesn't, the Telluride is the smarter buy on towing, third-row space and warranty.
Watch the full walkarounds: 2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Premium Plus and 2027 Kia Telluride X-Pro SX-Prestige AWD.
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