Acura MDX vs BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$50,150 | MSRP$59,400 |
Average price$29,244 | Average price$35,433 |
Listings8998 | Listings9400 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.3 cu ft | Cargo Space33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4271 lbs | Curb Weight4828 lbs |
Height67.1 in | Height68.7 in |
Length198.4 in | Length194.3 in |
Width78.7 in | Width87.3 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload974 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $50,150 | $59,400 |
Average price | $29,244 | $35,433 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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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. | The BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.3 cu ft | 33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4271 lbs | 4828 lbs |
Height | 67.1 in | 68.7 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 194.3 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 87.3 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 974 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7209 lbs |
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