Li Auto L9 Max vs Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium

2025 Li Auto L9 Max studio car image
Li Auto

L9 Max

2025 · Phev Suv

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner Li Auto L9 Max 5.3 s Runner-up: 6.5 s
Power winner Li Auto L9 Max 449 hp Runner-up: 340 hp
Cargo winner Li Auto L9 Max 727 L Runner-up: 400 L
Price winner Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium $48,000 Runner-up: $69,800

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max against the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Li Auto L9 Max has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.3 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium. 2025 Li Auto L9 Max has the higher listed output at 449 hp; 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is rated at 340 hp, a difference of 109 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Li Auto L9 Max at 620 Nm and 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium at 500 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Li Auto L9 Max provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 727 litres versus 400 litres, a difference of 327 litres. 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium carries the higher towing rating at 2,268 kg, while 2025 Li Auto L9 Max is listed at 2,000 kg. 2025 Li Auto L9 Max is 119 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the lower listed starting price at $48,000, compared with $69,800 for 2025 Li Auto L9 Max. 2025 Li Auto L9 Max leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Li Auto L9 Max2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.3 s6.5 s
Top Speed180 km/h210 km/h
Power449 hp340 hp
Torque620 Nm500 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range180 km
Battery52.3 kWh
Fuel Tank65 L68 L
Efficiency7.2 L/100km9.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions164 g/km224 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length5,218 mm5,099 mm
Ground Clearance170 mm201 mm
Cargo727 L400 L
Curb Weight2,560 kg2,100 kg
Towing2,000 kg2,268 kg
Seats68
Turning Circle12.8 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$69,800$48,000

Li Auto L9 Max vs Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Li Auto L9 Max is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.3 seconds, versus 6.5 seconds for 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed top speed at 210 km/h (130 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Li Auto L9 Max has more power at 449 hp, a 109 hp advantage over 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Li Auto L9 Max has more listed cargo space at 727 litres (25.7 cu ft), versus 400 litres (14.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,268 kg (5,000 lb), compared with 2,000 kg (4,409 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Li Auto L9 Max is heavier at 2,560 kg (5,644 lb), while 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium is listed at 2,100 kg (4,630 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $48,000 USD, compared with $69,800 USD for 2025 Li Auto L9 Max. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Li Auto L9 Max or the 2025 Mazda CX-90 3.3 Turbo Premium?

2025 Li Auto L9 Max leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.