2020 INFINITI QX80 vs 2019 Acura MDX

2019 Acura MDX
2019 Acura MDX
$44,300MSRP
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2020 INFINITI QX80
2020 INFINITI QX80
$66,750MSRP
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2019 Acura MDX
$44,300MSRP
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2020 INFINITI QX80
$66,750MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$44,300

MSRP

$66,750

Listings

393

Listings

135

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.3 out of 10

Pros

  • Powerful engine

  • Comfortable

Cons

  • Outdated technology

  • Poor fuel economy

2019 Acura MDX Reviews Summary

Slowly but surely, Acura is picking itself up and dusting itself off after a decade of wayward product development and marketing decisions took Honda’s luxury division off-track. Through it all, though, the MDX midsize 3-row crossover SUV has propped the company up, selling in great enough quantities and at high enough profit margins to ensure Acura’s survival. Now in its sixth year since a complete redesign, is the 2019 MDX still worthy in a battle against newer competitors?

2020 INFINITI QX80 Reviews Summary

There’s no two ways around it. The Infiniti QX80 is the more luxurious fraternal twin of the Nissan Armada. Over the past few years, the brands have worked harder to differentiate the two models and with luxurious accommodations, the QX80 feels head and shoulders above the similarly-sized Armada.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.5L 290 hp V6

Engine

5.6L 400 hp V8

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

RWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

8

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

Horsepower

400 hp @ 5800 rpm

MPG City

20

MPG City

14

MPG Highway

27

MPG Highway

20
2019 Acura MDX
2019 Acura MDX
$44,300MSRP
Overview
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2020 INFINITI QX80
2020 INFINITI QX80
$66,750MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2019 Acura MDX
$44,300MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2020 INFINITI QX80
$66,750MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$44,300
$66,750
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.5

5.0

Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

Read full review

7.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Powerful engine

  • Comfortable

Cons

  • Outdated technology

  • Poor fuel economy

Summary
Slowly but surely, Acura is picking itself up and dusting itself off after a decade of wayward product development and marketing decisions took Honda’s luxury division off-track. Through it all, though, the MDX midsize 3-row crossover SUV has propped the company up, selling in great enough quantities and at high enough profit margins to ensure Acura’s survival. Now in its sixth year since a complete redesign, is the 2019 MDX still worthy in a battle against newer competitors?
There’s no two ways around it. The Infiniti QX80 is the more luxurious fraternal twin of the Nissan Armada. Over the past few years, the brands have worked harder to differentiate the two models and with luxurious accommodations, the QX80 feels head and shoulders above the similarly-sized Armada.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
3.5L 290 hp V6
5.6L 400 hp V8
Drive Train
FWD
RWD
Seating Capacity
7
8
Horsepower
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
400 hp @ 5800 rpm
MPG City
20
14
MPG Highway
27
20
Look and feel

2019 Acura MDX

9/10

2020 INFINITI QX80

7/10
The 2019 Acura MDX has been a dominant force in the midsize, 3-row crossover segment for over a decade. It offers continuous improvements, including the addition of the A-Spec Package trim level, improved interior materials, and an adaptive damping suspension. The 2020 INFINITI QX80, as the flagship SUV in Infiniti’s lineup, boasts a commanding presence with modern details and a roster of comfort and convenience features.
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Performance

2019 Acura MDX

9/10

2020 INFINITI QX80

8/10
The 2019 Acura MDX, rated 9 out of 10 by CarGurus experts, comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, offering 290 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque. The optional SH-AWD system enhances performance and handling. The 2020 INFINITI QX80, rated 8 out of 10, is powered by a 5.6-liter V8 engine, delivering 400 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque. It offers good off-road capability and a smooth ride.
Form and function

2019 Acura MDX

9/10

2020 INFINITI QX80

8/10
The 2019 Acura MDX, rated 9 out of 10, offers a comfortable and practical interior with ample storage and spacious seating. The 2020 INFINITI QX80 provides plush, spacious seating in the first two rows, with tighter seating in the third row and a generous cargo space.
Technology

2019 Acura MDX

5/10

2020 INFINITI QX80

7/10
The 2019 Acura MDX, rated 5 out of 10, features an upgraded infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. However, the dual-screen approach has been criticized. The 2020 INFINITI QX80, rated 7 out of 10, offers an 8-inch upper infotainment touch screen and a 7.0-inch lower touch screen, with standard and available technology features.
Safety

2019 Acura MDX

8/10

2020 INFINITI QX80

7/10
The 2019 Acura MDX, rated 8 out of 10, comes with the AcuraWatch suite of safety systems as standard, offering impressive crash-test ratings. The 2020 INFINITI QX80, rated 7 out of 10, offers a good roster of standard and available safety features, including automatic emergency braking and a surround-view camera system.

CarGurus highlights

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Based on the ratings, the 2019 Acura MDX emerges as the more well-rounded choice, offering a blend of performance, comfort, and safety features. It provides a compelling value proposition and a practical interior, making it a strong contender in the midsize luxury SUV segment.

CarGurus highlights

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Based on the ratings, the 2019 Acura MDX emerges as the more well-rounded choice, offering a blend of performance, comfort, and safety features. It provides a compelling value proposition and a practical interior, making it a strong contender in the midsize luxury SUV segment.

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