2022 Hyundai Palisade vs 2022 Acura MDX

2022 Acura MDX
2022 Acura MDX
$48,000MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Palisade
2022 Hyundai Palisade
$33,600MSRP
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2022 Acura MDX
$48,000MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Palisade
$33,600MSRP
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MSRP

$48,000

MSRP

$33,600

Listings

649

Listings

1208

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Great handling

  • Excellent value for money

Cons

  • Cramped third row

Pros

  • Quiet cabin

  • Spacious third row

  • Stylish design

Cons

  • Unintuitive technology

  • Sluggish touchscreen response

2022 Acura MDX Reviews Summary

Skipping the 2021 model year, the Acura MDX leaps ahead into 2022, riding on a new platform with a new exterior design, new interior look, refreshed platform, and a more assertive attitude. Now entering its fourth generation of production since its introduction as a 2001 model, the MDX rewards its loyal audience with improvements across the board—while retaining its essential nature.

2022 Hyundai Palisade Reviews Summary

This three-row crossover SUV sports a 3.8-liter V6 engine with direct gasoline injection, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive (FWD) or available all-wheel drive (AWD). The Palisade starts at $33,600 with FWD and $35,300 with AWD.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.5L 290 hp V6

Engine

3.8L 291 hp V6

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

8

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

Horsepower

291 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG City

19

MPG City

19

MPG Highway

26

MPG Highway

26
2022 Acura MDX
2022 Acura MDX
$48,000MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Palisade
2022 Hyundai Palisade
$33,600MSRP
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2022 Acura MDX
$48,000MSRP
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2022 Hyundai Palisade
$33,600MSRP
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Overview
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Overview

MSRP
$48,000
$33,600
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Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.6

4.7

Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

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8.5 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Great handling

  • Excellent value for money

Cons

  • Cramped third row

Pros

  • Quiet cabin

  • Spacious third row

  • Stylish design

Cons

  • Unintuitive technology

  • Sluggish touchscreen response

Summary
Skipping the 2021 model year, the Acura MDX leaps ahead into 2022, riding on a new platform with a new exterior design, new interior look, refreshed platform, and a more assertive attitude. Now entering its fourth generation of production since its introduction as a 2001 model, the MDX rewards its loyal audience with improvements across the board—while retaining its essential nature.
This three-row crossover SUV sports a 3.8-liter V6 engine with direct gasoline injection, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive (FWD) or available all-wheel drive (AWD). The Palisade starts at $33,600 with FWD and $35,300 with AWD.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
3.5L 290 hp V6
3.8L 291 hp V6
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
7
8
Horsepower
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
291 hp @ 6000 rpm
MPG City
19
19
MPG Highway
26
26
Look and feel

2022 Acura MDX

8/10

2022 Hyundai Palisade

9/10
CarGurus experts rate the 2022 Acura MDX 8 out of 10 and the 2022 Hyundai Palisade 9 out of 10 for look and feel. The MDX boasts a modern and sporty exterior design with a high level of craftsmanship and quality. On the other hand, the Palisade presents an elegant exterior with distinctive lines and shapes, along with high visibility LED accents.
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Picture of 2022 Acura MDX
Performance

2022 Acura MDX

8/10

2022 Hyundai Palisade

8/10
The 2022 Acura MDX impresses with its 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque, paired with a new 10-speed automatic transmission. The MDX offers excellent cornering feel and control, thanks to the Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive system. In comparison, the Hyundai Palisade comes with a naturally aspirated 3.8-liter V6 engine delivering 291 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque, offering quick and lag-free performance.
Form and function

2022 Acura MDX

8/10

2022 Hyundai Palisade

8/10
The MDX provides flexible seating with ample cargo space ranging from 16.3 to 95 cubic feet. The Palisade offers comfortable seating throughout, with a maximum cargo space of 86.4 cubic feet. The Palisade also boasts various storage compartments, cupholders, and a practical shift-by-wire gear selector.
Technology

2022 Acura MDX

8/10

2022 Hyundai Palisade

8/10
Both vehicles come well-equipped with advanced technology features. The MDX offers the ELS Studio 3D Premium Audio System along with navigation and Amazon Alexa integration. The Palisade impresses with a high-resolution touchscreen, premium Harman Kardon audio, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Safety

2022 Acura MDX

8/10

2022 Hyundai Palisade

9/10
Both the MDX and Palisade prioritize safety with a host of standard and available safety features. The MDX includes the AcuraWatch suite of safety technologies, while the Palisade features standard and advanced driver assistance features such as Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist and Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist.

CarGurus highlights

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According to CarGurus experts, the overall rating for the 2022 Acura MDX is 8 out of 10, while the 2022 Hyundai Palisade scores 8.5 out of 10. Based on these ratings, we recommend choosing the 2022 Hyundai Palisade for a slightly higher rating and excellent value proposition.

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According to CarGurus experts, the overall rating for the 2022 Acura MDX is 8 out of 10, while the 2022 Hyundai Palisade scores 8.5 out of 10. Based on these ratings, we recommend choosing the 2022 Hyundai Palisade for a slightly higher rating and excellent value proposition.

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