2025 BMW X5 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $66,300 to $90,850
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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 17 - 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 74.2 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 323 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 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 BMW X5, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X5 and the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

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 BMW X5 is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Dimensions
The BMW X5 is a little wider than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. The BMW X5 is slightly shorter than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW X5 has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the BMW X5 is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-90 PHEV for pulling heavy loads. The BMW X5 has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The BMW X5 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. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the BMW X5 as you will in the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.