2024 Acura RDX vs. 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Review

Picture of the 2024 Acura RDX

2024 Acura
RDX

MSRP*: $44,350 to $54,150
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Picture of the 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV

2024 Mazda
CX-90 PHEV

MSRP*: $49,945 to $57,450
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MPG - City 21 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 26 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 74.2 ft3
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 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 272 hp 323 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 187.4 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 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 Acura RDX, 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 Acura RDX 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Acura RDX will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Dimensions
Since the Acura RDX 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 Acura RDX, 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 Acura RDX has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-90 PHEV is clearly the choice over the Acura RDX for pulling heavy loads. The Acura RDX has a little less horsepower than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

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

Utility
The Acura RDX 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.