2025 Audi SQ5 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Review

Picture of the 2025 Audi SQ5

2025 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $58,400 to $64,800
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV

2025 Mazda
CX-90 PHEV

MSRP*: $49,945 to $57,950
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MPG - City 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 53.1 - 54.1 ft3 74.2 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 362-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 - 362 hp 323 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 - 185.7 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 74.5 - 74.8 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 in
Front 39.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 38.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-90 PHEV than in the Audi SQ5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mazda CX-90 PHEV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi SQ5 is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Dimensions
Since the Audi SQ5 is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi SQ5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Audi SQ5 is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-90 PHEV for pulling heavy loads. The Audi SQ5 has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Powertrain
The Audi SQ5 has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Audi SQ5 has less seating than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, making the Mazda CX-90 PHEV the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Audi SQ5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.