2026 MAZDA CX-70 vs Honda Passport
The 2026 Mazda CX-70 brings uncommon choice to the two-row SUV segment with three distinct powertrains, including a turbocharged inline-six and an available plug-in hybrid. Against the 2026 Honda Passport, it delivers stronger available output and a more premium approach to performance and technology. Explore the difference at Bakersfield Mazda.
Three Powertrains, Including a Plug-In Hybrid
Two-row SUVs typically lock you into one engine. The 2026 Mazda CX-70 breaks from that with three separate powertrain paths, starting with a standard e-SKYACTIV® G 3.3-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine with M Hybrid Boost technology that produces 280 horsepower on regular fuel. A high-output version of that engine reaches 340 horsepower on premium fuel, and an available e-SKYACTIV® PHEV plug-in hybrid powertrain adds an EPA-estimated 30 miles* of electric range. The 2026 Honda Passport relies on a single 3.5-liter V6 engine paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and standard i-VTM4 all-wheel drive, so you don’t get the same choice in how you power the SUV.
Horsepower and Torque at the Top of the Lineup
Torque is what you feel merging onto the highway or pulling away with a full cabin, and the new Mazda model has plenty of it. The standard engine produces 332 lb-ft of torque, while the high-output turbo and plug-in hybrid powertrains both achieve up to 369 lb-ft of torque. The 2026 Honda Passport V6 engine produces 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, more than 100 lb-ft below what the top Mazda CX-70 powertrains achieve.
Visibility Technology for Towing and Parking
Backing up to a trailer hitch is easier when you can see what’s behind you, and properly equipped 2026 Mazda CX-70 models help with a 360-Degree View Monitor that includes See-Through View and a dedicated Trailer Hitch View. The system works alongside standard Mazda Radar Cruise Control™, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Smart Brake Support. The 2026 Honda Passport offers its own multi-view camera system with TrailWatch on higher trims, but its cameras don’t include the same dedicated hitch view that makes hookups easier on the 2026 Mazda CX-70.
Find Your 2026 Mazda CX-70 at Bakersfield Mazda
Three powertrain choices, higher available torque, and enhanced visibility technology give you more to work with in the 2026 Mazda CX-70 than the 2026 Honda Passport offers. Our Mazda dealership in Bakersfield, CA, is ready to walk you through every Mazda CX-70 powertrain to find your match. Stop by today for a test drive, and ask about Mazda financing to find a payment that fits your plans.
*EPA-estimated range includes both city and highway driving. EV Range is based on a full charge with electric-only driving. Total Driving Range is based on a full charge and full tank with operation on both electricity and gasoline. Range will vary based on vehicle and battery condition, temperature, driving habits and other factors. Use for comparison purposes only. Actual results will vary.