BMW X5 xDrive45e vs Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner BMW X5 xDrive45e 5.7 s Runner-up: 6.0 s
Range winner BMW X5 xDrive45e 81 km Runner-up: 42 km
Power winner BMW X5 xDrive45e 389 hp Runner-up: 323 hp
Cargo winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 854 L Runner-up: 500 L
Price winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus $42,750 Runner-up: $68,395

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e 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. Both use plug-in hybrid powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.7 seconds, compared with 6.0 seconds for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e has the higher listed output at 389 hp; 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is rated at 323 hp, a difference of 66 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e at 600 Nm and 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus at 500 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

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e carries the longer listed range at 81 km, against 42 km for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e has the lower recorded consumption at 1.9 L/100km; 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is listed at 2.5 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

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 500 litres, a difference of 354 litres. 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e carries the higher towing rating at 2,700 kg, while 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is listed at 1,588 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is 24 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 $68,395 for 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e. 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e 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.

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Specification BMW X5 xDrive45e2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus2025
Performance
0-100 km/h5.7 s6.0 s
Top Speed235 km/h200 km/h
Power389 hp323 hp
Torque600 Nm500 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range81 km42 km
Battery25.7 kWh17.8 kWh
Fuel Tank65 L58 L
Efficiency1.9 L/100km2.5 L/100km
CO2 Emissions44 g/km57 g/km
DC Charging7 kW—
Size & Capacity
Length4,922 mm4,946 mm
Ground Clearance193 mm195 mm
Cargo500 L854 L
Curb Weight2,510 kg2,090 kg
Towing2,700 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.5 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$68,395$42,750

BMW X5 xDrive45e vs Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 5.7 seconds, versus 6.0 seconds for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e has the higher listed top speed at 235 km/h (146 mph), compared with 200 km/h (124 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e has more power at 389 hp, a 66 hp advantage over 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus.

Which has more range, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e has the longer listed range at 81 km (50 miles), versus 42 km (26 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e has the larger listed battery at 25.7 kWh, compared with 17.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e 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 500 litres (17.7 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,700 kg (5,952 lb), compared with 1,588 kg (3,501 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e is heavier at 2,510 kg (5,534 lb), while 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is listed at 2,090 kg (4,608 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e 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 $68,395 USD for 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e or the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus?

2025 BMW X5 xDrive45e 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.