2024 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-30 Review

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2024 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $48,600 to $59,330
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2025 Mazda
CX-30

MSRP*: $24,995 to $36,950
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MPG - City 21 - 22 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 30 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.2 ft3 45.2 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 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 275 hp 191 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 3,494 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 192.5 in 173.0 in
Exterior Width 75.6 in 70.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 38.1 - 39.5 in
Rear 28.5 - 38.6 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-30 than in the Lexus RX 350, 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 Lexus RX 350 and the Mazda CX-30.

Convenience
The Lexus RX 350 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-30, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Lexus RX 350 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-30, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus RX 350 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 Lexus RX 350, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda CX-30.

Handling
The Lexus RX 350 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 Lexus RX 350 greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-30.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus RX 350 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-30.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus RX 350 and the Mazda CX-30. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Lexus RX 350 as you will in the Mazda CX-30.