If you're looking for a new 2025 SUV that can tackle family road trips and soccer practice pickups with elegance and comfort, read up on our Mazda CX-90 vs. Lexus RX 350 comparison. These two SUVs share benefits like impressive standard features and incredible power outputs. However, only one comes out ahead.
Once you see how the Mazda CX-90 stacks up against the competition, book an appointment at Greenway Mazda. Here, you can learn more about the 2025 Mazda CX-90 and get an in-person look at your preferred trim.
Our Mazda CX-90 vs. Lexus RX 350 comparison begins with an overview of trim lineups. The 2025 Mazda CX-90 offers six versatile trims:
Meanwhile, the 2025 Lexus RX 350 also offers six trim levels:
The next topic in our 2025 Lexus RX 350 versus Mazda CX-90 comparison is the interior. The Lexus RX 350 offers features like multizone climate control, a 9.8-inch touchscreen, and 40/20/40 split-folding and reclining rear seats in its base trim. The Mazda CX-90, however, delivers more enticing standard amenities. For example, while it also has multizone climate control and split-folding rear seats, it boasts a standard 10.25-inch touchscreen instead. Furthermore, it has an underfloor storage compartment in the cargo area and a front overhead console, two features not offered in the Lexus RX 350.
Both models come with equipment like an eight-way power-adjustable driver seat and a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. Additionally, they each have a standard power rear door, but the Mazda CX-90 takes it up a notch and integrates programmable height adjustment.
Available amenities abound for the Mazda CX-90 and Lexus RX 350, including ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, wireless phone charging, and leather upholstery. For more details about the cabins and how they compare, contact our team today.
| 2025 MAZDA CX-90 3.3 TURBO SELECT | 2025 Lexus RX 350 FWD | |
| Engine | 3.3L turbo I-6 | 2.4L turbo I-4 |
| Horsepower | 280 | 275 |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft |
| Drivetrain | i-ACTIV AWD® | FWD |
| Max Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs1 | 3,500 lbs2 |
| EPA-Est. MPG (Cty / Hwy / Comb) | 24 / 28 / 253 | 22 / 29 / 254 |
| Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
The 2025 Mazda CX-90 and 2025 Lexus RX 350 are similar SUVs but have significant differences when it comes to performance. Every trim of the Lexus RX 350 delivers the same power from the 2.4-liter turbocharged inline-four engine: 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque.
The Mazda CX-90 is more versatile, coming with two sets of engine specs. The first four trims have a 3.3-liter turbocharged inline-six engine that renders 280 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque. Higher trims upgrade the same engine to offer a maximum of 340 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque – meaning you get more capability with the Mazda CX-90.
Plus, the Mazda SUV has the upper hand in terms of fuel economy in this Mazda CX-90 vs. Lexus RX 350 matchup, offering a higher maximum rating than the Lexus SUV.
Another point in favor of the new Mazda CX-90 is that it can tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped. Meanwhile, the Lexus RX 350 tows no more than 3,500 pounds when properly equipped. Additionally, the Mazda SUV comes standard with i-Activ AWD®, whereas the Lexus SUV requires you to upgrade to get its AWD system; FWD is standard in this model.
A look at the 2025 Mazda CX-90 vs. 2025 Lexus RX 350 dimensions showcases a clear winner with the Mazda CX-90. The Mazda SUV seats six, seven, or eight people, depending on your chosen configuration, while the Lexus RX 350 only seats a maximum of five. This is evident even when viewing these SUVs side by side, as the Mazda CX-90 is longer, wider, and taller.
Plus, you can enjoy more total cargo volume in the Mazda CX-90, which offers up to 75.2 cubic feet of space when the second and third rows are folded. Comparatively, the Lexus RX 350 only delivers 46.2 cubic feet of total cargo space. Antique shopping just got easier with the Mazda CX-90.
Ever since the latest Mazda CX-90 release, we've been eager to share the safety it provides. The IIHS has awarded this three-row SUV with a Top Safety Pick+ for 2025,5 meaning you can set off on every errand and trip with confidence. The Lexus RX 350 has not been rated by the IIHS for the 2025 model, but it received just an IIHS Top Safety Pick for the 2024 variant.5
The Mazda CX-90 and Lexus RX 350 come with an array of standard safety features, like a Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and a Blind Spot Monitor. However, the Mazda SUV offers additional standard driver-assists that are not available in the Lexus SUV. These include Rear Seat Alert, Driver Attention Alert, and Smart Brake Support.
Now that you've learned more about how the two vehicles in our Mazda CX-90 vs. Lexus RX 350 comparison stack up, we invite you to tour and test-drive the SUV we think takes the crown: the Mazda CX-90.
Visit our Mazda dealership in Houston to see everything that the Mazda CX-90 for sale has to offer and discover all the bells and whistles that make it such a pleasure. Don't forget to ask our team about current financing specials and leasing deals that can help you hop behind the wheel – all without straining your monthly budget.
As evidenced by our thorough comparison, the Mazda CX-90 outpaces many aspects of the Lexus RX 350. Although every vehicle is different, the two brands offer competitive features, capabilities, and specs for each class. Contact us at Greenway Mazda to find out more about how the Mazda and Lexus brands compare. We look forward to working with you soon.
Although the three-row Mazda CX-90 SUV may see better performance with premium gasoline, it does not specifically require it, and it maintains impressive power outputs using regular fuel. Mazda engineers emphasize the thrill of driving but also keep frugality in mind. This lets you dictate what matters more to you and your family when driving the 2025 Mazda CX-90: performance or savings.
If you're looking for a luxurious SUV that can keep pace with your growing family while offering incredible performance, the Mazda CX-90 is worth your time and attention. Inside, you benefit from ample comfort and convenience as well as cutting-edge technology. Book your test drive of the 2025 Mazda CX-90 at our auto dealership to try it out today.
1Towing capacities shown are maximums and must be reduced by the weight of any passenger, cargo hitch or optional equipment in the towing vehicle. Please refer to vehicle Owner's Manual for details regarding towing capacities and other valuable information. Towing a trailer may have an effect on vehicle's handling, braking, durability, performance and driving economy. For specific information on recommended or required equipment, see your Mazda Dealer. Hitches are available through manufacturers other than Mazda.
2Never tow beyond a vehicle's published towing capacities. Rating based on testing requirements prescribed in SAE J2807. Rating referenced in Owner's Manual may differ depending on testing standard used. Installation of accessories located near the rear bumper may require disabling or removing the kick sensor, and the sensor operation setting in your vehicle should be turned off. Follow all instructions in your Owner's Manual.
3EPA-estimated mileage. Actual results will vary.
4EPA-estimated 22 city/ 29 hwy/ 25 comb MPG rating for 2025 Lexus RX 350 FWD. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle's condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
5Reference to this third-party claim is solely for informational purposes and not to be relied upon. For details regarding this award, visit www.iihs.org.
