Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD vs Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 6.0 s Runner-up: 6.5 s
Power winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 323 hp Runner-up: 272 hp
Cargo winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 854 L Runner-up: 647 L
Price winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus $42,750 Runner-up: $44,750

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD against the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a petrol powertrain and the other a plug-in hybrid system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.0 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the higher listed output at 323 hp; 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD is rated at 272 hp, a difference of 51 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus at 500 Nm and 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD at 380 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 854 litres versus 647 litres, a difference of 207 litres. Their listed towing capacities are equal at 1,588 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is 247 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the lower listed starting price at $42,750, compared with $44,750 for 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.5 s6.0 s
Top Speed218 km/h200 km/h
Power272 hp323 hp
Torque380 Nm500 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range42 km
Battery17.8 kWh
Fuel Tank60 L58 L
Efficiency9.8 L/100km2.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions224 g/km57 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,699 mm4,946 mm
Ground Clearance198 mm195 mm
Cargo647 L854 L
Curb Weight1,838 kg2,090 kg
Towing1,588 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$44,750$42,750

Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD vs Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.0 seconds, versus 6.5 seconds for 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD has the higher listed top speed at 218 km/h (135 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more power at 323 hp, a 51 hp advantage over 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more listed cargo space at 854 litres (30.2 cu ft), versus 647 litres (22.8 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

Both cars have the same listed towing capacity of 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is heavier at 2,090 kg (4,608 lb), while 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD is listed at 1,838 kg (4,052 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,750 USD, compared with $44,750 USD for 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.