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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
Starting MSRP (trim tested) — CX-90 PHEV: ~$58,000 (PHEV Premium Plus); Telluride: ~$56,000 (X-Pro SX-Prestige)
Powertrain — CX-90 PHEV: 2.5L I-4 plug-in hybrid; Telluride: 2.5L turbo I-4
Combined horsepower — CX-90 PHEV: 323 hp; Telluride: 329 hp
Torque — CX-90 PHEV: 369 lb-ft; Telluride: 311 lb-ft
EPA electric range — CX-90 PHEV: Approx. 26 mi; Telluride: None
EPA combined (gas mode) — CX-90 PHEV: Approx. 25 mpg; Telluride: Approx. 22 mpg
Drivetrain — CX-90 PHEV: AWD (RWD-based); Telluride: AWD
Seating — CX-90 PHEV: 6, 7 or 8; Telluride: 7 or 8
Max towing — CX-90 PHEV: 3,500 lb; Telluride: 5,500 lb
Powertrain warranty — CX-90 PHEV: 5 yr / 60,000 mi; Telluride: 10 yr / 100,000 mi
Best for the CX-90 PHEV
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
Best for the Telluride
No charging access at home or work; Towing up to 5,500 lb; Long-term ownership backed by 10-year coverage
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.