2025 Acura MDX vs. 2025 Mazda CX-30 Review

Picture of the 2025 Acura MDX

2025 Acura
MDX

MSRP*: $51,200 to $75,250
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-30

2025 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,950
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 95.0 ft3 45.2 ft3
Engine
  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 290 - 355 hp 191 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 198.4 in 173.0 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 37.8 - 38.1 in
Rear 38.3 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Acura MDX than in the Mazda CX-30. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Acura MDX and the Mazda CX-30.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura MDX as you will with the Mazda CX-30, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Acura MDX will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-30, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Mazda CX-30, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Acura MDX, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda CX-30.

Handling
The Acura MDX has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-30, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura MDX greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-30.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Acura MDX does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-30.

Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda CX-30, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Acura MDX, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-30.