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2024 Lexus RX 350 vs 2026 Mazda CX-50

Price, size, cabin, cargo, towing, safety and ownership side by side. Every value comes from the cited sources in each model-year profile, and gaps stay labeled instead of guessed.

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Key differences

Where the published numbers differ

No overall winner: each line is one source-backed figure. Decide which ones matter for how you will use the SUV.

ARX 350 has

  • Overall lengthlonger by 6.7 in
  • Wheelbaselonger wheelbase by 1.4 in

BCX-50 has

  • Starting pricelower starting price by $20,050
  • Rear legroommore rear legroom by 2.4 in
  • Cargo behind rear seatmore cargo behind the rear seat by 1.8 cu ft
  • Maximum cargomore maximum cargo by 10.1 cu ft

=Same figure

None of the compared fields are identical.

Head-to-head

The numbers, side by side

Bars share one scale starting at zero, so small real differences are not exaggerated. Where a profile lists several figures, the highest published one is used.

RX 350CX-50
Starting price2026 Mazda CX-50: lower starting price by $20,050
$49,950
$29,900
Overall length2024 Lexus RX 350: longer by 6.7 in
192.5 in
185.8 in
Wheelbase2024 Lexus RX 350: longer wheelbase by 1.4 in
112.2 in
110.8 in
Rear legroom2026 Mazda CX-50: more rear legroom by 2.4 in
37.4 in
39.8 in
Cargo behind rear seat2026 Mazda CX-50: more cargo behind the rear seat by 1.8 cu ft
29.6 cu ft
31.4 cu ft
Maximum cargo2026 Mazda CX-50: more maximum cargo by 10.1 cu ft
46.2 cu ft
56.3 cu ft

Decision snapshot

Six buyer questions, without an overall winner.

Each card compares one documented criterion. A lead is shown only when both source-backed values use a compatible measurement; otherwise the raw facts stay visible and the criterion stays unresolved.

Starting priceStarting MSRP
ARX 350$49,950RX family starting price
BCX-50$29,900Manufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Mazda CX-50 has lower published starting MSRP by $20,050.

EfficiencyGas / base fuel economy
ARX 35022 city / 29 highway / 25 combined mpgEPA estimates published by Lexus
BCX-50Not verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Maximum cargoMaximum cargo volume
ARX 35046.2 cu ftLexus published figure
BCX-5056.3 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Mazda CX-50 has more published maximum cargo volume by 10.1 cu ft.

Rear-seat roomRear legroom
ARX 35037.4 inLexus brochure specification
BCX-5039.8 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Mazda CX-50 has more published rear/second-row legroom by 2.4 in.

Maximum towingMaximum towing
ARX 3503,500 lbWith required towing equipment
BCX-50Not verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Basic warrantyNew-vehicle / basic warranty
ARX 350Confirm coverage by original in-service date and VINUsed-vehicle remaining coverage depends on date/mileage
BCX-50Verify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Table view

At a glance

Key specifications

4 of 8 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
Starting MSRPDifferent$49,950RX family starting price$29,900Manufacturer-published U.S. specification
Primary engine / systemData gap2.4L turbocharged inline-fourLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Primary outputData gap275 hp2.4L turbo—No source-backed value verified yet
DrivetrainDifferentFWD or AWDRX 350 configuration dependentAWD standardManufacturer-published U.S. specification
SeatingData gap5Lexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent29.6 cu ftLexus published figure31.4 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargoDifferent46.2 cu ftLexus published figure56.3 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum towingData gap3,500 lbWith required equipment—No source-backed value verified yet

Price & trims

Pricing and trim lineup

3 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
2024 starting MSRPData gap$49,950RX family starting price—No source-backed value verified yet
Entry trimDifferentStandard · RX 350 availableBase grade2.5 S Select · $29,900Gas AWD
Highest listed trimDifferentF SPORT Handling · RX 350 AWD availableSport-oriented chassis and appearance equipment2.5 Turbo · $37,900Turbo AWD
Trim lineupDifferentStandard · Premium · Premium+ · Luxury · F SPORT Handling5 researched trims2.5 S Select · 2.5 Turbo · Hybrid Preferred3 researched trims
Starting MSRPData gap—No source-backed value verified yet$29,900Manufacturer-published U.S. specification

Performance

Engine, output and drivetrain

1 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
Engine / primary systemData gap2.4L turbocharged inline-fourLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Primary outputData gap275 hpLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
TorqueData gap317 lb-ftLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
TransmissionData gap8-speed automaticLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
DrivetrainDifferentFWD or AWDRX 350 configuration dependentAWD standardManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Fuel & efficiency

Fuel and efficiency details

0 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
Fuel typeData gapGasolineRX 350 powertrain—No source-backed value verified yet
Gas / base fuel economyData gap22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined mpgEPA estimates published by Lexus—No source-backed value verified yet
AWD / alternate fuel economyData gap21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined mpgEPA estimates published by Lexus—No source-backed value verified yet
Hybrid fuel economyData gap—No source-backed value verified yet39 / 37 / 38 mpgManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Size & footprint

Exterior dimensions

2 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
WheelbaseDifferent112.2 inLexus U.S. specification110.8 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Overall lengthDifferent192.5 inLexus U.S. specification185.8 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Overall widthData gap75.6 in with mirrors foldedLexus brochure specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Overall heightData gap67.3 inLexus brochure specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Ground clearanceData gap—No source-backed value verified yet8.3 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Cabin

Interior space and seating

2 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
SeatingData gap5Lexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Front legroomDifferent41.1 inLexus brochure specification41.7 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Rear legroomDifferent37.4 inLexus brochure specification39.8 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Front headroomData gap—No source-backed value verified yet39.1 in without moonroofManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Passenger volumeData gap—No source-backed value verified yet100.3 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Cargo

Cargo space and practical measurements

2 of 7 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent29.6 cu ftLexus published figure31.4 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargo volumeDifferent46.2 cu ftLexus published figure56.3 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Cargo length, seats upData gap40.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Width between wheel housingsData gap42.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Hatch-opening widthData gap41.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Hatch-opening heightData gap27.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo-area heightData gap28.5 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet

Utility

Towing, seating and capability

0 of 5 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
Maximum towingData gap3,500 lbWith required towing equipment—No source-backed value verified yet
All-wheel driveData gapFWD or AWDRX 350 configuration dependent—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo widthData gap42.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo behind rear seatData gap—No source-backed value verified yet31.4 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargoData gap—No source-backed value verified yet56.3 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Safety

Published safety ratings

0 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
IIHS small overlap frontData gapGood2024 rating—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS updated moderate overlap frontData gapPoor2024 rating—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS updated sideData gapGood2024 rating—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS pedestrian front crash preventionData gapGood2024 rating—No source-backed value verified yet

Ownership

Warranty and service planning

1 of 1 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Mazda CX-50
New-vehicle / basic warrantyDifferentConfirm coverage by original in-service date and VINUsed-vehicle remaining coverage depends on date/mileageVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

Safety systems

Driver-assistance equipment and context

A2024 Lexus

RX 350

The 2024 RX carries Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 as standard equipment. IIHS named the 2024 RX a Top Safety Pick and published individual crashworthiness and prevention results for this generation.

  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
  • Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
  • Lane Tracing Assist and Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
  • Road Sign Assist and Proactive Driving Assist
B2026 Mazda

CX-50

Driver-assistance equipment is kept separate from crash ratings. Check the exact 2026 model on IIHS and NHTSA before relying on a rating or award.

  • Automatic emergency braking / forward-collision features
  • Lane-support features
  • Blind-spot systems where equipped
  • Check trim for available advanced driver assistance

Cabin technology

Infotainment, connectivity and convenience

A2024 Lexus

RX 350

  • A 9.8-inch Lexus Interface touchscreen is standard on the RX 350.
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility are included.
  • A 14-inch touchscreen is available on higher equipment packages.
  • Advanced Park with Remote Park and other convenience technology are available by grade/package.
B2026 Mazda

CX-50

  • Infotainment and phone integration vary by trim.
  • Camera, parking and premium-audio features vary by equipment.
  • Connected-services availability and trial periods can change.

Evidence ledger

Source links and research freshness

Buying context

What to check before choosing a trim

A2024 Lexus

RX 350

  1. The RX 350 is the conventional gasoline choice in a wider RX family that also includes hybrid and plug-in-hybrid variants.
  2. FWD and AWD have different acceleration and fuel-economy figures, so drivetrain should be part of any used-vehicle comparison.
  3. The published 46.2-cu-ft maximum cargo figure is modest for the exterior footprint; rigid-item fit is better judged with the physical opening and wheel-housing measurements.
  4. For a used 2024 example, verify original options and packages by VIN because technology and convenience equipment can vary substantially.
Research caveat

The linear measurements are third-party physical measurements for the current-generation RX. They are not represented as Lexus factory dimensions.

Updated 2026-09-163 research sources
B2026 Mazda

CX-50

  1. AWD is standard across the lineup.
  2. Hybrid towing is lower than the referenced gas-model limit.
  3. The moonroof lowers published front headroom.
Research caveat

Use the exact trim, drivetrain, roof equipment and powertrain when a number is configuration-sensitive. Cargo volume does not prove that a rigid item fits through the hatch; measure the exact vehicle for close-fit use cases.

Updated 2026-09-232 research sources

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