2024 Audi SQ5 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Review

Picture of the 2024 Audi SQ5

2024 Audi
SQ5

MSRP*: $57,700
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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 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 54.1 ft3 74.2 ft3
Engine
  • 349-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 323-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 349 hp 323 hp
Towing Capacity 4,400 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 in 201.6 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 38.1 in
Rear 37.7 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-90 PHEV than in the Audi SQ5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Mazda CX-90 PHEV will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Audi SQ5.

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). The Audi SQ5 is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Dimensions
Since the Audi SQ5 is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Audi SQ5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Handling
The Audi SQ5 has a smaller turning radius than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Audi SQ5 is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-90 PHEV for pulling heavy loads. The Audi SQ5 has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Audi SQ5 and the Mazda CX-90 PHEV are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Audi SQ5 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 Audi SQ5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-90 PHEV.