Quick answer

CHARGE mode runs the gasoline engine as a generator while the vehicle drives, then maintains the target state of charge once reached.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified only for 2025 U.S. CX-70 PHEV Premium and PHEV Premium Plus; the 48-volt inline-six CX-70 Hybrid does not use this PHEV CHARGE mode.

Retail trim / version
PHEV Premium, PHEV Premium Plus
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Published availability and qualifications

Verified only for 2025 U.S. CX-70 PHEV Premium and PHEV Premium Plus; the 48-volt inline-six CX-70 Hybrid does not use this PHEV CHARGE mode.

Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Drive modes orientation diagram for Mazda CX-70
Drive modes orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Start the CX-70 PHEV hybrid system in a well-ventilated location.

  2. 02

    Press the CHARGE-mode switch.

  3. 03

    Confirm the CHARGE-mode indicator illuminates in the instrument cluster.

  4. 04

    Drive while monitoring battery state and the preset target; the engine generates power until the target is reached and then maintains it.

  5. 05

    Press the mode control again to cancel, or remember that switching vehicle power OFF cancels CHARGE mode for the next start.

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Important limits

  • Fuel consumption can increase because the engine is generating electricity.
  • High power demand, outside temperature or climate-control use can slow or prevent battery charging.
  • Low fuel or hybrid-system conditions can prevent selection; selecting CHARGE while Mi-Drive is in EV mode changes Mi-Drive to NORMAL.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓If CHARGE mode will not engage, check fuel level and any hybrid-system messages.
  • ✓If battery level is not rising, reduce high electrical/climate loads when safe and reassess driving conditions.
  • ✓If the mode is gone after restarting, select it again; power OFF intentionally cancels it.
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Primary evidence

2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Digital Owner's Manual — CHARGE Mode

Relevant section or page: e-SKYACTIV PHEV — How to Use the e-SKYACTIV PHEV. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.

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