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Let’s compare the 2025 Lexus RX, Acura MDX, and Mazda CX-70 in detail, focusing on the criteria you’ve mentioned, particularly in their plug-in hybrid (PHEV) versions where available.
1. Size
2025 Lexus RX (PHEV):
Length: 4890 mm
Width: 1920 mm
Height: 1695 mm
Wheelbase: 2850 mm
2025 Acura MDX:
Length: 5036 mm
Width: 1999 mm
Height: 1757 mm
Wheelbase: 2890 mm
2025 Mazda CX-70 (Expected):
Length: ~4800–4900 mm (based on platform shared with CX-60)
Width: ~1890–1900 mm
Height: ~1680 mm
Wheelbase: ~2865 mm
Verdict: The Acura MDX is the largest SUV in this comparison, offering the most spacious interior. The Mazda CX-70 and Lexus RX are comparable in size, but the Lexus is slightly taller.
2. Price
2025 Lexus RX PHEV: Estimated starting price around $65,000–$70,000.
2025 Acura MDX (Hybrid): Starting price around $55,000–$62,000.
2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV: Expected starting price around $45,000–$55,000.
Verdict: The Mazda CX-70 is expected to be the most affordable option, while the Lexus RX is the most premium in terms of price.
3. Range and Battery
2025 Lexus RX PHEV:
Battery Capacity: 18.1 kWh
Electric Range: ~35 miles (EPA estimated)
2025 Acura MDX (Hybrid):
Battery Capacity: Not a plug-in hybrid (non-PHEV), so no electric range.
2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV:
Battery Capacity: Expected around 17.8 kWh
Electric Range: ~35 miles (EPA estimated)
Verdict: The Lexus RX and Mazda CX-70 PHEVs have similar electric ranges. The Acura MDX does not have a PHEV option, giving the plug-in models an edge for those prioritizing electric-only driving.
4. Annual Maintenance Costs
Lexus RX PHEV: Estimated around $800–$1,000 annually.
Acura MDX (Hybrid): Estimated around $700–$900 annually.
Mazda CX-70 PHEV: Estimated around $600–$800 annually.
Verdict: The Mazda CX-70 is expected to have the lowest annual maintenance costs, while the Lexus RX might be slightly higher due to its luxury status.
5. Trunk Size
Lexus RX PHEV: 440 liters (behind 2nd row), up to 1370 liters (with seats down).
Acura MDX: 459 liters (behind 3rd row), up to 2000 liters (with seats down).
Mazda CX-70: Estimated around 500 liters (behind 2nd row), similar to the Mazda CX-60.
Verdict: The Acura MDX offers the largest trunk space, especially with its three rows of seating. The Mazda CX-70 is likely to offer slightly more space than the Lexus RX.
6. Rims and Tires
Lexus RX PHEV:
Standard Wheel Size: 19-inch alloys, options up to 21 inches.
Tire Sizes: 235/50 R19 (standard), 235/45 R21 (optional).
Acura MDX:
Standard Wheel Size: 19-inch alloys, options up to 21 inches.
Tire Sizes: 255/55 R19 (standard), 275/40 R21 (optional).
Mazda CX-70:
Expected Wheel Size: 18-inch alloys (standard), options up to 20 inches.
Expected Tire Sizes: 225/55 R18 (standard), 235/50 R20 (optional).
Verdict: The Acura MDX offers the largest tire options, providing better traction and performance. Both the Lexus RX and Acura MDX have larger standard and optional rims compared to the Mazda CX-70.
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1. Size
2025 Lexus RX (PHEV):
Length: 4890 mm
Width: 1920 mm
Height: 1695 mm
Wheelbase: 2850 mm
2025 Acura MDX:
Length: 5036 mm
Width: 1999 mm
Height: 1757 mm
Wheelbase: 2890 mm
2025 Mazda CX-70 (Expected):
Length: ~4800–4900 mm (based on platform shared with CX-60)
Width: ~1890–1900 mm
Height: ~1680 mm
Wheelbase: ~2865 mm
Verdict: The Acura MDX is the largest SUV in this comparison, offering the most spacious interior. The Mazda CX-70 and Lexus RX are comparable in size, but the Lexus is slightly taller.
2. Price
2025 Lexus RX PHEV: Estimated starting price around $65,000–$70,000.
2025 Acura MDX (Hybrid): Starting price around $55,000–$62,000.
2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV: Expected starting price around $45,000–$55,000.
Verdict: The Mazda CX-70 is expected to be the most affordable option, while the Lexus RX is the most premium in terms of price.
3. Range and Battery
2025 Lexus RX PHEV:
Battery Capacity: 18.1 kWh
Electric Range: ~35 miles (EPA estimated)
2025 Acura MDX (Hybrid):
Battery Capacity: Not a plug-in hybrid (non-PHEV), so no electric range.
2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV:
Battery Capacity: Expected around 17.8 kWh
Electric Range: ~35 miles (EPA estimated)
Verdict: The Lexus RX and Mazda CX-70 PHEVs have similar electric ranges. The Acura MDX does not have a PHEV option, giving the plug-in models an edge for those prioritizing electric-only driving.
4. Annual Maintenance Costs
Lexus RX PHEV: Estimated around $800–$1,000 annually.
Acura MDX (Hybrid): Estimated around $700–$900 annually.
Mazda CX-70 PHEV: Estimated around $600–$800 annually.
Verdict: The Mazda CX-70 is expected to have the lowest annual maintenance costs, while the Lexus RX might be slightly higher due to its luxury status.
5. Trunk Size
Lexus RX PHEV: 440 liters (behind 2nd row), up to 1370 liters (with seats down).
Acura MDX: 459 liters (behind 3rd row), up to 2000 liters (with seats down).
Mazda CX-70: Estimated around 500 liters (behind 2nd row), similar to the Mazda CX-60.
Verdict: The Acura MDX offers the largest trunk space, especially with its three rows of seating. The Mazda CX-70 is likely to offer slightly more space than the Lexus RX.
6. Rims and Tires
Lexus RX PHEV:
Standard Wheel Size: 19-inch alloys, options up to 21 inches.
Tire Sizes: 235/50 R19 (standard), 235/45 R21 (optional).
Acura MDX:
Standard Wheel Size: 19-inch alloys, options up to 21 inches.
Tire Sizes: 255/55 R19 (standard), 275/40 R21 (optional).
Mazda CX-70:
Expected Wheel Size: 18-inch alloys (standard), options up to 20 inches.
Expected Tire Sizes: 225/55 R18 (standard), 235/50 R20 (optional).
Verdict: The Acura MDX offers the largest tire options, providing better traction and performance. Both the Lexus RX and Acura MDX have larger standard and optional rims compared to the Mazda CX-70.
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