Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus vs BMW iX3 30 eDrive

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 6.0 s Runner-up: 6.8 s
Range winner BMW iX3 30 eDrive 465 km Runner-up: 42 km
Power winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 323 hp Runner-up: 281 hp
Cargo winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus 854 L Runner-up: 520 L
Price winner Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus $42,750 Runner-up: $58,675

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus against the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 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 battery-electric 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 6.8 seconds for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the higher listed output at 323 hp; 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is rated at 281 hp, a difference of 42 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus at 500 Nm and 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive at 400 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 iX3 30 eDrive carries the longer listed range at 465 km, against 42 km for 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus. 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 520 litres, a difference of 334 litres. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus carries the higher towing rating at 1,588 kg, while 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is listed at 1,200 kg. 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is 191 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 $58,675 for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. 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.

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Specification Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.0 s6.8 s
Top Speed200 km/h180 km/h
Power323 hp281 hp
Torque500 Nm400 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range42 km465 km
Battery17.8 kWh68.7 kWh
Fuel Tank58 L—
Efficiency2.5 L/100km14.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions57 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging—150 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,946 mm4,755 mm
Ground Clearance195 mm190 mm
Cargo854 L520 L
Curb Weight2,090 kg2,060 kg
Towing1,588 kg1,200 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.0 m12.1 m
Starting MSRP$42,750$58,675

Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus vs BMW iX3 30 eDrive questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.0 seconds, versus 6.8 seconds for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the higher listed top speed at 200 km/h (124 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more power at 323 hp, a 42 hp advantage over 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive.

Which has more range, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the longer listed range at 465 km (289 miles), versus 42 km (26 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive has the larger listed battery at 68.7 kWh, compared with 17.8 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has more listed cargo space at 854 litres (30.2 cu ft), versus 520 litres (18.4 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,588 kg (3,501 lb), compared with 1,200 kg (2,646 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus is heavier at 2,090 kg (4,608 lb), while 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive is listed at 2,060 kg (4,542 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $42,750 USD, compared with $58,675 USD for 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Mazda CX-70 2.5 e-Skyactiv PHEV Premium Plus or the 2025 BMW iX3 30 eDrive?

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.