2024 Lincoln Nautilus vs. 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Review

Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus

2024 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $50,415 to $74,350
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV

2025 Mazda
CX-90 PHEV

MSRP*: $49,945 to $57,950
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MPG - City 21 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 68.8 - 71.3 ft3 74.2 ft3
Engine
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 250 hp 323 hp
Towing Capacity 1,750 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.2 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 79.8 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 43.5 in
Rear 43.1 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.8 in
Front 39.2 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 38.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lincoln Nautilus than in the Mazda CX-90 PHEV. The Lincoln Nautilus will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Lincoln Nautilus or the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Nautilus is much wider than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. The Lincoln Nautilus is slightly shorter than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Lincoln Nautilus has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-90 PHEV is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Nautilus for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lincoln Nautilus has a lot less horsepower than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Powertrain
The Lincoln Nautilus has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Lincoln Nautilus has less seating than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, making the Mazda CX-90 PHEV the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lincoln Nautilus has less cargo space than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.