Head-to-head
2026 Honda Prologue vs 2026 Mazda CX-90
The Honda Prologue wins clearly, 92.1 to 79.3, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, safety. The Mazda CX-90 is ahead on space & cargo and performance.
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2026 Honda Prologue
The 2026 Honda Prologue is sold in the U.S. as an electric large SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Prologue FWD, is EPA-rated …
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The 2026 Mazda CX-90 is sold in the U.S. as a plug-in hybrid and hybrid large SUV with 3 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the CX-90 4WD, is…
Verdict · default weights
2026 Honda Prologue
Clear winThe Honda Prologue wins clearly, 92.1 to 79.3, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, safety. The Mazda CX-90 is ahead on space & cargo and performance.
Fuel & range 2026 Honda Prologue leads by 75.8
Space & cargo 2026 Mazda CX-90 leads by 32.1
Tech & comfort 2026 Honda Prologue leads by 17.1
| Category · weight | 2026 Honda Prologueoverall 92.1 | 2026 Mazda CX-90overall 79.3 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 100 | 24.2 | |||||||||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 100 | 97.2 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargow 2 | 67.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Seats, cargo volume behind the 1st and 2nd rows, rear legroom. | |||||||||||||||||
| Performancew 2 | 76.9 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
Horsepower, torque and horsepower per ton. | |||||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortw 3 | 100 | 82.9 | |||||||||||||||
Standard (1) and optional (0.5) infotainment, convenience, climate and interior features from the manufacturer's press kit. | |||||||||||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Overall | 92.1 | 79.3 | |||||||||||||||
Trim vs trim · 5 of 7 categories compared
Honda Prologue: base trim EX FWD · Mazda CX-90: base trim 3.3 Turbo Select AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2026 Honda Prologue wins
- It costs $2,400 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($750 against $3,150).
- It is rated 104 combined against 26 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
- It lists 25 standard driver-assist features against 21.
Where the 2026 Mazda CX-90 answers
- It holds 40 cu ft behind the second row against 25.2.
- It turns out 332 lb-ft of torque against 243.
What they share
- 5 NHTSA stars.
- A Safety Signal of 100.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
52 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $39,300 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 3,283 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | Single Motor Front-Wheel Drive Electric | e-SKYACTIV G 3.3L Inline 6 Turbocharged |
| Fuel injection system | — | Electrically Controlled Fuel Injection |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 220 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | 243 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 113 mpg | 23 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 104 mpg | 25 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 94 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.692 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | Single-speed electric | manual |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Ground clearance | 7.9 in | 8 in |
| Overall height | 64.7 in | 68.3 in |
| Overall length | 192 in | 201 in |
| Overall width | 78.3 in | 78.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 122 in | 123 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 57.7 cu-ft | 74.2 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 25.2 cu-ft | 40 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | — | 14.9 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 112 cu-ft | 142 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 8 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 39.6 in | 39.7 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.1 in | 39.3 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 36.9 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 41.4 in | 41.7 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | — | 30.4 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4,932 lbs | 4,846 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,932 lbs | 4,846 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | — | 6,854 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Multi-Link | Double-Wishbone |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link | Multi-Link |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Belt Drive Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) | Rack and Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 19.8 ft | 38.1 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | 328 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | epb | Electric parking brake |
| Rear brake diameter | 345 mm | 350 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc | ventilated disc |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 19 in | 19 in |
| Wheel material | — | alloy |
| Wheel width | 8.5 in | 8.5 in |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | 255/60R19 109H | 265/55 R19 M+S |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 18.5 gal |
| Minimum recommended octane | — | 87 |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | HondaLink connected by OnStar | Mazda Connected Services |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 59.4 in | 59.2 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 57.6 in | 58.1 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 53.3 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
163 features · differences first, then sharedSafety36 differ · 41 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Front Pedestrian Braking | std | — |
| Forward Collision Alert | std | — |
| Driver & Passenger Airbag System | std | — |
| Front Side Airbag System | std | — |
| Lane Departure Warning System | — | std |
| Side Curtain Airbag System | std | — |
| Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control (TCS) and Trailer Stability Control | — | std |
| Auto-hold Function | — | std |
| Automatic Emergency Braking | std | — |
| Blind Spot Monitoring with Vehicle Exit Warning | — | std |
| Blind Zone Steering Assist | std | — |
| Driver & Passenger Knee Airbag System | std | — |
| Driver Attention Alert | — | std |
| Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control (TCS) and Trailer Stability Control | — | std |
| Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control (TCS) and Trailer Stability Control | — | std |
| Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Automatic Brake Hold | std | — |
| Hill Descent Control | — | std |
| Hill Launch Assist | — | std |
| Lane Change Alert | std | — |
| LATCH system - rear seat (2nd row) child safety seat lower anchors & upper tethers | — | std |
| LATCH system - rear seat (3rd row) child safety anchor top upper tethers | — | std |
| Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH): Lower Anchors (2nd-Row Outboard), Tether Anchors (2nd-Row All) | std | — |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | std | — |
| Rear Park Assist | std | — |
| Rear Seat Alert | — | std |
| Rear Seat Reminder (RSR) | std | — |
| Rear View Monitor (static guide lines) | — | std |
| Reverse Automatic Braking | std | — |
| Roll Stability Control | — | std |
| Seat-Belt Reminder for Front Seats | std | — |
| Seat-Belt Reminder for Rear Seats | std | — |
| Side Blind Zone Alert | std | — |
| Smart Brake Support (Automatic Emergency Braking) | — | std |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | std | — |
| Engine immobilizer anti-theft system | — | std |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | std | — |
| Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go | std | std |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | std | std |
| Lane-keep Assist | std | std |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) w/ Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | std | std |
| High Beam Control (HBC) | std | std |
Infotainment24 differ · 24 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Wi-Fi Hotspot Capability | std | — |
| 10.25" Full Color Center Display | — | std |
| 11-Inch Digital Instrument Cluster | std | — |
| 11.3-Inch Color Touchscreen Display | std | — |
| 8-speaker sound system | — | std |
| Alexa Built-In | — | std |
| Android Auto™ integration (wired) | — | std |
| Apple CarPlay™ integration (wired) | — | std |
| Audio System with 6 Speakers | std | — |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | std | — |
| Charging Status Indicator | std | — |
| Charging Status Screen | std | — |
| Digital Owner's Manual | std | — |
| Google Built-in | std | — |
| HondaLink connected by OnStar | std | — |
| Mazda Connect 4G LTE Wi-Fi powered by AT&T | — | std |
| Paddle Shifters | — | std |
| SiriusXM® | std | — |
| USB Inputs - Center Console Type C x 4 (Front x 2 and Rear x 2) | — | std |
| USB-C Audio Interface with Charging Port - Front Console (2 port) | std | — |
| USB-C Charging Port - Rear (2 Ports) | std | — |
| Wireless Android Auto™ Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® Compatibility | std | — |
| Wireless Phone Charger | std | — |
Convenience13 differ · 13 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System | — | std |
| 12V Accessory Socket - Front Console | std | — |
| 12V Accessory Socket - Rear Cargo Area | std | — |
| Cruise Control | std | — |
| Key Fob Activated Remote Start | std | — |
| One-Touch Turn Indicators | std | — |
| Power Rear Liftgate with programmable height adjustment | — | std |
| Power Windows with Auto Down Rear Window | std | — |
| Power Windows with Auto Up/Down Driver & Passenger Window | std | — |
| Power Windows with one-touch auto up/down feature (4) | — | std |
| Pushbutton Start / Stop | std | — |
| Universal Remote System (Garage Door) | std | — |
| 12V power outlet | — | std |
Climate4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Air conditioning - automatic climate control operation with three zones | — | std |
| 3rd Row AC vents | — | std |
| Air Conditioning with Air-Filtration System | std | — |
| Dual Zone Climate Control | std | — |
Seating11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 2nd-row bench seats with 60/40 split fold-down reclining | — | std |
| 8-way power adjustable driver's seat w/ power lumbar support and 2-position memory | — | std |
| Heated front seats with 3 level adjustments | std | — |
| 3rd row seats - 3 seats (60/40 split fold-down) | — | std |
| 4-way manual front passenger seat | — | std |
| 60/40 Split Rear Seats | std | — |
| 8-way power adjustable driver's seat w/ power lumbar support (without memory) | — | std |
| Driver's Seat with 10-way Power Adjustment with Power Lumbar Support | std | — |
| Max Seating Capacity | — | std |
| Passenger Seat with 6-way Manual Adjustment | std | — |
| Seat Material - Leatherette | — | std |
Interior10 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 7-inch TFT LCD meter display | — | std |
| Column Mounted Electronic Gear Selector | std | — |
| Compass | std | — |
| Interior Mid Panel - Hard Black | — | std |
| Map Lights | std | — |
| Steering wheel - leather-wrapped w/ bright ring decoration | — | std |
| Rearview mirror - manual day/night | — | std |
| Floor mats - carpeted front, 2nd-row and 3rd-row | — | std |
| Storage - overhead console with sunglasses holder | — | std |
| Trip computer - Odometer, Trip meter A & B | — | std |
| Sun visors - dual covered vanity mirrors w/ illumination | std | std |
Exterior22 differ · 26 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| 19X8.5J inch aluminum alloy wheels with Silver Metallic Finish | — | std |
| 265/55 R19 tires w/ Alloy - Silver | — | std |
| Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation | std | — |
| Badging - AWD | — | std |
| Badging - Inline6 - Chrome | — | std |
| Front Grill Mesh - Honeycomb - with Black Finish | — | std |
| Gloss Black Side Mirrors | std | — |
| Headlights - LED with Auto-Leveling | — | std |
| LED Front Turn Indicators | std | — |
| LED Headlights | std | — |
| LED Rear Turn Indicators | std | — |
| LED Side Mirror Turn Indicator | std | — |
| LED taillights | — | std |
| Rear window defogger with timer | — | std |
| Roof Rails - aluminum with satin chrome finish | — | std |
| Signature Wing - Chrome | — | std |
| Tire Repair Kit | std | — |
| Tires | std | — |
| Wheel arch Molding - Black | — | std |
| Wheels | std | — |
| Rear Roof Spoiler - Body Color | — | std |
| Spare Tire Type - Temporary | — | std |
| LED Daytime Running Lamp | std | std |
| Side mirrors - driver and passenger heated | std | std |
| Windshield Wipers - Rain-Sensing, Variable-Intermittent | std | std |
| Privacy glass - rear side windows and rear liftgate glass | std | std |
Powertrain19 differ · 19 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| i-ACTIV All-Wheel Drive | — | std |
| Single Motor Front-Wheel Drive | std | — |
| 240-Volt AC Charge Time - Level 2 (Miles Per Hour of charging) | std | — |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | std | — |
| DC Fast Charge Time (20% to 80% state of charge, mins) | std | — |
| DC Fast Charger Charge Time (Miles in 10 Minutes of charging) | std | — |
| Dynamic Drive Modes | std | — |
| Dynamic Drive Modes | std | — |
| e-SKYACTIV® G 3.3L Inline 6 Turbocharged engine | — | std |
| Electric Parking Brake (EPB) | — | std |
| Horsepower (hp) - FWD | std | — |
| M Hybrid Boost (48V Mild Hybrid) | — | std |
| Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive): Sports/Off Road | — | std |
| MPGe (City, Hwy, Combined) | std | — |
| Off-Road Traction Assist | — | std |
| Range (Miles) - FWD | std | — |
| Regen Paddle | std | — |
| Torque (lb.-ft.) - FWD | std | — |
| Transmission, SKYACTIV®-Drive 8-Speed AT with manual-shift mode | — | std |
Chassis11 differ · 11 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Belt Drive Assist Electric Power Steering (EPS) | std | — |
| Front Double Wishbone Suspension | — | std |
| Independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar | — | std |
| Kinematic Posture Control (KPC) | — | std |
| Multi-Link Front Suspension | std | — |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | std | — |
| Stabilizer Bar (mm, Front / Rear) (FWD) | std | — |
| Steering Ratio (deg) | std | — |
| Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock | std | — |
| Turning Diameter, Curb to Curb (ft.) | std | — |
| Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in.) | std | — |
Cargo3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Towing Capacity (lbs.) | std | — |
| Storage - cargo area storage boxes and under floor storage | — | std |
| Towing Capacity up to 3,500 lbs. | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPHonda Prologue
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 14 · 0 crashes · 1 fires
Most complained about Forward Collision Avoidance (7), Service Brakes (3), Unspecified (3)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Mazda CX-90
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall ★★★★★
Frontal / side / rollover ★★★★★ / ★★★★★ / ★★★★☆
Recalls 0
Owner complaints 15 · 0 crashes · 0 fires
Most complained about Electrical System (9), Unspecified (3), Steering (3)
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Honda PrologueEX FWD | Mazda CX-903.3 Turbo Select AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — (base trim) | $39,300 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — 5 trims | $39,300 – $58,700 9 trims |
| Powertrains | BEV | PHEV, HEV |
| EPA configuration compared | Prologue FWD | CX-90 4WD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 104 | 26 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $750 | $3,150 |
| EV range | 308 mi | — |
| Basic warranty | — | — |
| Powertrain warranty | — | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2026 Honda Prologue or the 2026 Mazda CX-90?
The Honda Prologue wins clearly, 92.1 to 79.3, on fuel & range, tech & comfort, safety. The Mazda CX-90 is ahead on space & cargo and performance. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2026 Honda Prologue scores 92.1 and the 2026 Mazda CX-90 79.3. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2026 Honda Prologue or the 2026 Mazda CX-90?
2026 Honda Prologue: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. 2026 Mazda CX-90: 5 NHTSA stars, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2026 Honda Prologue and the 2026 Mazda CX-90?
Where the 2026 Honda Prologue wins: it costs $2,400 a year less to fuel on the EPA's estimate ($750 against $3,150), is rated 104 combined against 26 (EPA mpg or MPGe), and lists 25 standard driver-assist features against 21. Where the 2026 Mazda CX-90 answers: it holds 40 cu ft behind the second row against 25.2 and turns out 332 lb-ft of torque against 243. What they share: 5 NHTSA stars and a Safety Signal of 100.