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

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 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus against the 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a plug-in hybrid powertrain and the other a petrol 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 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.0 s6.5 s
Top Speed200 km/h218 km/h
Power323 hp272 hp
Torque500 Nm380 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range42 km
Battery17.8 kWh
Fuel Tank58 L60 L
Efficiency2.5 L/100km9.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions57 g/km224 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,946 mm4,699 mm
Ground Clearance195 mm198 mm
Cargo854 L647 L
Curb Weight2,090 kg1,838 kg
Towing1,588 kg1,588 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.0 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$42,750$44,750

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 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. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.