2019 Mazda CX-5 vs 2020 Acura MDX

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 as 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Acura MDX as 6 out of 10. The 2019 Mazda CX-5 is described as the best-looking, best-driving midsize crossover on the market. The base Sport trim offers features like LED headlights, a 7-inch touchscreen, and an impressive safety suite. Move up to the Touring trim and Mazda adds keyless entry, a power driver's seat, dual-zone automatic climate control, and more. The top-tier Signature trim offers added luxury with ambient cabin lighting, upgraded leather upholstery, real wood trim, a 360-degree camera, and parking sensors. The 2020 Acura MDX is a good-looking crossover SUV with a sleek and low-slung design. It features Acura's signature Jewel Eye headlights, a trapezoidal grille, and a modern and simple interior. The MDX offers sliding and reclining second-row seats, ample cargo space, and a high-quality level in material selection and fit and finish.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 8 out of 10 and the 2020 Acura MDX 6 out of 10. The 2019 Mazda CX-5 offers a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque. The Grand Touring Reserve and Signature trims employ a turbocharged version of the same engine, offering up to 250 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. The handling has improved with Mazda’s G-Vectoring Control system. The 2020 Acura MDX comes with a choice of two powertrains: a naturally-aspirated 3.5-liter V6 engine with 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque, or the MDX Sport Hybrid with a combined system power of 321 hp and 289 lb-ft of torque. The MDX displays good straight-line performance and is surprisingly nimble in corners and curves, especially with SH-AWD.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 8 out of 10 and the 2020 Acura MDX 7 out of 10. The CX-5 offers captivating looks, spirited performance, and useful space. It has 30.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and ample passenger legroom. The 2020 Acura MDX features sliding and reclining second-row seats, ample cargo space, and a high-quality interior with a flexible center console and multiple storage options.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 7 out of 10 and the 2020 Acura MDX 7 out of 10. The 2019 Mazda CX-5 now comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard on everything above the base Sport trim. The MazdaConnect infotainment system is attractive and responsive, and the GT Premium package adds advanced tech features. The 2020 Acura MDX offers standard Siri Eyes Free, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a range of tech features available through different packages.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Acura MDX 9 out of 10. The 2019 Mazda CX-5 comes with standard i-ActiveSense safety suite across the range, with advanced features reserved for the top-tier Signature trim. The 2020 Acura MDX comes with standard AcuraWatch, a suite of passive and active safety features, and advanced driver assistance systems.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Acura MDX 8 out of 10. The 2019 Mazda CX-5 offered a tremendous deal with captivating looks, spirited performance, and useful space. The 2020 Acura MDX offered a range of packages and options when new, in line with competition in the premium three-row crossover SUV category.