2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs 2024 Acura MDX
Overview | |
MSRP$81,800 | MSRP$50,150 |
Average price$95,165 | Average price$52,783 |
Listings367 | Listings6875 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS Reviews Summary | |
2024 Acura MDX Reviews SummaryThe Acura MDX is a mainstay of the luxury SUV segment, and it covers the bases remarkably well. Its well-rounded nature is perhaps because it shares a platform with the Honda Pilot (another fantastic family hauler) but for that same reason, it doesn’t offer the same cachet as a BMW X5 or Mercedes-Benz GLE. Whether you are on a road trip or heading to work, the MDX is comfortable, refined, and has space for the family and their gear. For 2024, there’s a new Type-S trim level, bringing a new level of performance to the three-row, seven-passenger midsize luxury SUV. But as we’ll get into in a bit, the MDX is held back by a maddening infotainment system that could truly be a sticking point to overshadow all other positive attributes. Verdict: The MDX is a beautiful, safe, and cost-effective luxury SUV, and the new Type-S trim level delivers a higher level of performance. However, it doesn’t offer as much space as some of its competitors, and we wouldn’t recommend it to anyone easily frustrated by finnicky tech interfaces. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City18 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 362 hp I6 | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space17.4 cu ft | Cargo Space16.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight5467 lbs | Curb Weight4271 lbs |
Height72.4 in | Height67.1 in |
Length205.0 in | Length198.4 in |
Width84.9 in | Width78.7 in |
Wheelbase123.4 in | Wheelbase113.8 in |
Maximum Payload1808 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $81,800 | $50,150 |
Average price | $95,165 | $52,783 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.0 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Acura MDX is a mainstay of the luxury SUV segment, and it covers the bases remarkably well. Its well-rounded nature is perhaps because it shares a platform with the Honda Pilot (another fantastic family hauler) but for that same reason, it doesn’t offer the same cachet as a BMW X5 or Mercedes-Benz GLE. Whether you are on a road trip or heading to work, the MDX is comfortable, refined, and has space for the family and their gear. For 2024, there’s a new Type-S trim level, bringing a new level of performance to the three-row, seven-passenger midsize luxury SUV. But as we’ll get into in a bit, the MDX is held back by a maddening infotainment system that could truly be a sticking point to overshadow all other positive attributes. Verdict: The MDX is a beautiful, safe, and cost-effective luxury SUV, and the new Type-S trim level delivers a higher level of performance. However, it doesn’t offer as much space as some of its competitors, and we wouldn’t recommend it to anyone easily frustrated by finnicky tech interfaces. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 18 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 362 hp I6 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 17.4 cu ft | 16.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5467 lbs | 4271 lbs |
Height | 72.4 in | 67.1 in |
Length | 205.0 in | 198.4 in |
Width | 84.9 in | 78.7 in |
Wheelbase | 123.4 in | 113.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1808 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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