2026 MAZDA CX-90 vs. Kia Telluride

Mazda cx 90 driving on road

The Kia Telluride and the Mazda CX-90 both promise room for the whole family, but only one backs that up with power and all-wheel drive as standard equipment. The 2026 Mazda CX-90 pairs a standard turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine and standard all-wheel drive with handling technology the Kia Telluride doesn’t offer standard. Our team at AutoNation Mazda Arapahoe in Centennial, CO can show you exactly what that capability feels like on the road.

Turbocharged Power Under the Hood

The 2026 Mazda CX-90 pairs an e-SKYACTIV® G 3.3-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine with 48-volt M Hybrid Boost technology, producing 280 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque. The Kia Telluride relies on a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine rated at 274 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. That larger, hybrid-assisted inline six gives the Mazda CX-90 a meaningful edge in both power and torque for passing and merging.

Standard All-Wheel Drive vs. an Optional Upgrade

Every one of these new Mazda SUVs comes standard with i-Activ AWD® and an eight-speed SKYACTIV®-Drive automatic transmission, so all-wheel traction is never a trade-off. The Kia Telluride starts with front-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive is standard only on its X-Line and X-Pro trims.

Handling That Comes Standard

Every 2026 Mazda CX-90 pairs its standard i-Activ AWD® with Kinematic Posture Control, a chassis system that applies gentle rear brake pressure through corners to help keep the body flat and composed. Off-Road Traction Assist and Mi-Drive’s Off-road and Towing modes add further control when the pavement runs out. The Kia Telluride offers its own Terrain Mode for added traction, but only on trims equipped with its optional all-wheel drive.

Experience the 2026 MAZDA CX-90 in Centennial, CO

Both the 2026 Mazda CX-90 and the Kia Telluride are strong three-row choices, but the standard inline six-cylinder power and standard all-wheel drive give the Mazda CX-90 an edge for drivers who want capability built in from the base trim. The best way to know which fits your family is to get behind the wheel of the 2026 Mazda CX-90, and Mazda financing can help make that decision even easier. Our Mazda dealers in Centennial, CO are ready to schedule your test drive and walk you through every trim.