Mazda CX-90 vs Nissan Ariya
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Nissan Ariya
Overview
| Spec | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 3.3 Turbo Select | Engage |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,300 (best) | $39,770 |
| Lowest listing price | $23,995 | $20,702 (best) |
| Median listing price | $48,757 | $28,499 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $60,530 | $35,790 (best) |
| For sale now | 230 (best) | 20 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 23 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 101 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 216 mi (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 10 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 280 hp (best) | 214 hp |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft (best) | 221 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.3 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I6 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 74.2 cu ft (best) | 59.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | — | 990 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,846 lbs | 4,323 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 6.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 122.8 in (best) | 109.3 in |
| Length | 200.8 in (best) | 182.9 in |
| Width | 78.5 in (best) | 74.8 in |
| Height | 68.3 in (best) | 65.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select | Nissan AriyaEngage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mazda CX-90 | Nissan Ariya |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3.3 Turbo Select $39,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Engage $39,770 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 3.3 Turbo Preferred $43,450 MSRP | Engage e-4ORCE $43,770 MSRP |
| 3 | 3.3 Turbo Premium Sport $47,480 MSRP | Evolve+ $44,370 MSRP |
| 4 | 3.3 Turbo Premium Plus $50,270 MSRP | Engage+ e-4ORCE $45,370 MSRP |
| 5 | PHEV Preferred $50,695 MSRP | Evolve+ e-4ORCE $48,370 MSRP |
| 6 | 3.3 Turbo S Premium Sport $54,140 MSRP | Platinum+ e-4ORCE $54,370 MSRP |
| 7 | PHEV Premium Sport $55,500 MSRP | Platinum+ e-4ORCE $54,370 MSRP |
| 8 | 3.3 Turbo S Premium Plus $57,570 MSRP | — |
| 9 | PHEV Premium Plus $58,700 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Mazda CX-90230 for sale
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Certified2026 Mazda CX-90
3.3 Turbo Premium
Red7,022 mi$38,500Ocean Mazda West Kendall
Miami, FL
Used2024 Mazda CX-90
3.3 Turbo Preferred Plus
Platinum•Black27,906 mi$29,000Jim Coleman Nissan Bethesda
Bethesda, MD
New2026 Mazda CX-90
Premium Sport
Soul Red Crystal Metallic•Black Leather3 mi$45,199Westshore Mazda Tampa
Tampa, FL
New2026 Mazda CX-90
Premium Sport
Jet Black Mica•Black Leather3 mi$44,675Westshore Mazda Tampa
Tampa, FL
New2026 Mazda CX-90
Premium Plus
Soul Red Crystal Metallic•Black Nappa Leather Leather3 mi$48,747Westshore Mazda Tampa
Tampa, FL
New2026 Mazda CX-90
Premium Plus
Jet Black Mica•Black Nappa Leather Leather3 mi$48,063Westshore Mazda Tampa
Tampa, FL
Nissan Ariya20 for sale
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Certified2023 Nissan ARIYA
ENGAGE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Black Diamond Pearl•Light Gray22,568 mi$25,484Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
- Certified
2024 Nissan ARIYA
EVOLVE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Black Diamond Pearl•charcoal15,429 mi$29,987Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
Certified2024 Nissan ARIYA
EVOLVE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Black Diamond Pearl•Charcoal11,155 mi$29,477Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
Certified2024 Nissan ARIYA
EVOLVE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Black Diamond Pearl22,351 mi$29,752Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
Certified2023 Nissan ARIYA
ENGAGE FWD
Boulder Gray Pearl/Black Diamond Pearl•Charcoal10,335 mi$22,945Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
- Certified
2024 Nissan ARIYA
EVOLVE+ e-4ORCE AWD
Everest White Pearl Tricoat•Charcoal25,422 mi$29,484Kelly Nissan of Woburn
Stoneham, MA
Mazda CX-90 vs Nissan Ariya FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mazda CX-90 vs 2025 Nissan Ariya on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Mazda CX-90 starts lower at $39,300. Live Mazda CX-90 listings start at $23,995. Live Nissan Ariya listings start at $20,702.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (289).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2025 Nissan Ariya leads on horsepower in this comparison (389).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Mazda CX-90 or 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- The 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Mazda CX-90 vs 2025 Nissan Ariya?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-90 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Nissan Ariya (5/5 NHTSA overall).