BMW X2 vs Mazda CX-90

The BMW X2 starts from $75,900 before on-road costs, while the Mazda CX-90 opens at $74,385. That makes the Mazda CX-90 the more affordable entry point by $1,515.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $83,490 and $81,824 respectively.

Over 5 years, the running costs are nearly identical since both have similar efficiency.

Both the BMW X2 and Mazda CX-90 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 90% for the BMW X2 and 91% for the Mazda CX-90.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. Both models are evenly matched with 6 out of 10 key ADAS systems.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 6 in the BMW X2 and 6 in the Mazda CX-90.

The BMW X2 features a 10.7-inch touchscreen, while the Mazda CX-90 gets a 10.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The BMW X2 stands out with Harman Kardon audio that you will not find on the Mazda CX-90. The Mazda CX-90 counters with wireless charging. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The BMW X2 uses a Petrol producing 150kW and 300Nm of torque, sent through a auto to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.8 seconds.

The Mazda CX-90 responds with a Petrol making 254kW and 500Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 7.8 seconds.

The Mazda CX-90 has the clear power advantage at 254kW vs 150kW. In the real-world sprint, the BMW X2 is 1.0s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

The BMW X2 measures 4,554mm long on a 2,692mm wheelbase, 546mm shorter than the Mazda CX-90 at 5,100mm (3,120mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Mazda CX-90 generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 410L in the BMW X2 and 257L in the Mazda CX-90, giving the BMW X2 a 153L advantage. The Mazda CX-90 seats 7 vs 5.

For towing, the Mazda CX-90 leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,138/year for the BMW X2 and $2,337/year for the Mazda CX-90. That is a $199 annual difference in favour of the BMW X2.

Estimated annual total: $2,138 (BMW X2) vs $2,337 (Mazda CX-90). The BMW X2 saves you roughly $199 per year in total ownership costs. Use our Fuel Cost Calculator to estimate based on your driving.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (BMW X2) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Mazda CX-90). Both match on warranty length.