Acura RDX AWD vs Mazda CX-5 4WD

Side-by-side comparison

Choosing between Acura RDX AWD and Mazda CX-5 4WD depends on your specific needs and priorities. Overall, Mazda CX-5 4WD leads in 3 out of 3 comparable metrics, while Acura RDX AWD has the edge in 0.

When it comes to combined mpg, Acura RDX AWD offers 23 MPG compared to Mazda CX-5 4WD's 28 MPG. When it comes to engine, Acura RDX AWD offers 2.0L 4-Cylinder compared to Mazda CX-5 4WD's 2.5L 4-Cylinder. When it comes to transmission, Acura RDX AWD offers Automatic 10-Speed compared to Mazda CX-5 4WD's Automatic 6-Speed.

Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two cars.

Combined MPG
Acura RDX AWD
23 MPG
Mazda CX-5 4WD
28 MPG
Engine
Acura RDX AWD
2.0L 4-Cylinder
Mazda CX-5 4WD
2.5L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Acura RDX AWD
Automatic 10-Speed
Mazda CX-5 4WD
Automatic 6-Speed
Fuel Type
Acura RDX AWD
Premium Gasoline
Mazda CX-5 4WD
Regular Gasoline
Drive
Acura RDX AWD
All-Wheel Drive
Mazda CX-5 4WD
4-Wheel Drive
CO₂ (g/mi)
Acura RDX AWD
385
Mazda CX-5 4WD
320
Annual Fuel Cost
Acura RDX AWD
$2,500
Mazda CX-5 4WD
$1,550

Acura RDX AWD

The 2024 Acura RDX AWD is a small sport utility vehicle 4wd powered by a 2.0L 4-Cylinder engine with Automatic 10-Speed transmission. It achieves 23 MPG combined (21 city / 27 highway) on premium...

Mazda CX-5 4WD

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 4WD is a small sport utility vehicle 4wd powered by a 2.5L 4-Cylinder engine with Automatic 6-Speed transmission. It achieves 28 MPG combined (26 city / 31 highway) on regular...

Comparison Summary

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Engine
2.0L 4-Cylinder vs 2.5L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Automatic 10-Speed vs Automatic 6-Speed
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline vs Regular Gasoline
Vehicle Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD vs Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Drive
All-Wheel Drive vs 4-Wheel Drive
Co2
385 vs 320
Annual Fuel Cost
2500 vs 1550

Frequently Asked Questions

Which gets better gas mileage, Acura RDX AWD or Mazda CX-5 4WD?

The Mazda CX-5 4WD gets better fuel economy. The Acura RDX AWD gets 23 MPG combined while the Mazda CX-5 4WD gets 28 MPG combined.

What engines do the Acura RDX AWD and Mazda CX-5 4WD have?

The Acura RDX AWD has a 2.0L 4-Cylinder engine while the Mazda CX-5 4WD has a 2.5L 4-Cylinder engine.

Are the Acura RDX AWD and Mazda CX-5 4WD in the same vehicle class?

Yes. The Acura RDX AWD is a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD and the Mazda CX-5 4WD is a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.