PHEV SC Plus AWD
What the PHEV SC Plus adds over the 3.3 Turbo Preferred
| Spec | 3.3 Turbo Preferred | PHEV SC Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 328 mm | 347 mm |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Horsepower | 280 hp | 323 hp |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | 91 |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft | 369 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 3.3L I6 T/C | e-SKYACTIV PHEV |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6001 lbs | 6299 lbs |
| Front headroom | 39.7 in | 39.6 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39.3 in | 38.4 in |
| Tire size | 275/45 R21 M+S | 265/55 R19 M+S |
| Wheel diameter | 21 in | 19 in |
| Wheel width | 9.5 in | 8 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 19" Aluminum Alloy Wheels - Gray Metallic Finish, 265/55 R19 tires M+S Tires, 30 mile EV Range, Badging - PHEV, Charge Mode Button, Fully digital Cluster/Meter Display - 12.3 in, Illumination - Front foot lamp, Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive): Sports/Off Road/EV, Remote Services: remote charge control / remote door lock / unlock / remote climate control / remote hazard light, Secondary Collision Reduction, USB Inputs - Type A x 4 (Front x 2, 2nd Row x 2), Wired Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™, e-SKYACTIV® PHEV
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 347 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 350 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 75.3 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 141.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Mazda Connected Services |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8 in |
| Overall height | 68.2 in |
| Overall length | 200.8 in |
| Overall width | 78.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 122.8 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | Plug-in Hybrid |
| Engine type (full description) | e-SKYACTIV PHEV |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 323 hp |
| Torque | 369 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 18.5 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.6 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.7 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.4 in |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.2 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.1 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double-Wishbone |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-Link |
Tires
| Tire size | 265/55 R19 M+S |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.7 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5198 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6299 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 8 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety23 std · 0 opt
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Lane-keep Assist
- Driver Attention Alert
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) w/ Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
- Auto-hold Function
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Traction Control (TCS) and Trailer Stability Control
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)
- Front and Rear Parking Sensors
- Headlights - High Beam Control (HBC)
- Hill Descent Control
- Hill Launch Assist
- Kinematic Posture Control (KPC)
- LATCH 2nd-row and 3rd-row seat child safety seat anchors & upper tether anchors
- Rear Seat Alert
- Rear View Monitor (static guide lines)
- Roll Stability Control
- Secondary Collision Reduction
- Smart Brake Support (Automatic Emergency Braking)
- Vehicle Exit Warning
- Engine-immobilizer anti-theft system
Infotainment9 std · 0 opt
- 12.3" full-color center display
- 8 Speaker Sound System
- Alexa
- Mazda Connected Services - Mazda Connect 4G LTE Wi-Fi powered by AT&T
- Multi-Function Commander Control
- Paddle Shifters
- Remote Services: remote charge control / remote door lock / unlock / remote climate control / remote hazard light
- USB Inputs - Type A x 4 (Front x 2, 2nd Row x 2)
- Wired Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- Push Button Start
- Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry & Start System
- Power Rear Liftgate with programmable height adjustment
- Power Windows with one-touch auto up/down feature (4)
- Rear Power windows - One touch Auto Down
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Air conditioning - automatic climate control operation with three zones
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 2nd-row bench seats with 60/40 split fold-down reclining
- 8-way power adjustable driver's seat w/ power lumbar support and 2-position memory
- Ventilated Front Seats
- Heated 2nd-row seats with 3 level adjustments
- 8-way power adjustable passenger seat
- Storage -2nd-row center console with armrest and storage for bench seats
Interior13 std · 0 opt
- Steering wheel - heated
- Engine Starter Ring - Bright (satin chrome Finish)
- Fully digital Cluster/Meter Display - 12.3 in
- IP Decoration panel - Silver
- Illumination - Front foot lamp
- Interior Mid Panel - Black Leather (Pipe)
- Steering wheel - leather-wrapped w/ bright ring decoration
- Sunshades - 2nd-row retractable window sunshades
- Steering wheel - Mechanical tilt & telescopic
- Sun visors - dual covered vanity mirrors w/ illumination
- Storage - front seatback pockets (driver and passenger*)
- Storage - overhead console with sunglasses holder
- Trip computer - Odometer, Trip meter A & B, current and average fuel economy, distance-to-empty
Exterior24 std · 0 opt
- 19" Aluminum Alloy Wheels - Gray Metallic Finish
- 265/55 R19 tires M+S Tires
- Badging - AWD
- Badging - Brand Logo - Black
- Badging - PHEV
- Bumper - Front and Rear lower color: Black
- Door Handle - Body Color
- Front Grill Mesh - Honeycomb Type - with Piano Black Finish
- Garnish (B pillar/C Pillar/Sail) Molding - Black
- Garnish - (Side) - Black
- Headlights - Auto On/Off feature
- Headlights - LED Daytime Running Lights
- Headlights - LED with Auto-Leveling
- Privacy glass - rear side windows and rear liftgate glass
- Rear Roof Spoiler - Body Color
- Roof Rails - aluminum with black finish
- Side Mirrors - Driver and passenger heated
- Side Mirrors - Piano Black Color
- Side Mirrors - manual folding
- Spare Tire Type - Temporary
- Wheel Arch Molding - Black
- Windshield Wipers - Rain-Sensing, Variable-Intermittent
- Windshield wipers - rear intermittent with washer
- Rear window defogger with timer
Powertrain8 std · 0 opt
- i-ACTIV AWD All-Wheel Drive
- 30 mile EV Range
- Charge Mode Button
- Mazda intelligent Drive Select (Mi-Drive): Sports/Off Road/EV
- Offroad Traction Assist
- Transmission, SKYACTIV®-Drive 8-Speed AT with manual-shift mode
- e-SKYACTIV® PHEV
- i-Stop
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- Front Double Wishbone Suspension
- Independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Storage - cargo area storage boxes and under floor storage
- Towing Capacity up to 3,500 lbs.
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Common questions about the PHEV SC Plus
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhat does the 2026 Mazda CX-70 PHEV SC Plus add over the 3.3 Turbo Preferred?
Against the 3.3 Turbo Preferred, 13 features become standard that the 3.3 Turbo Preferred does not and 13 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.