Acura MDX vs Dodge Durango
Overview | |
MSRP$50,150 | MSRP$39,990 |
Average price$29,182 | Average price$28,718 |
Listings9046 | Listings9454 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 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 evolution of the Dodge Durango exemplifies how the Stellantis brand has evolved from a mainstream competitor to Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, and Toyota into a niche brand emphasizing muscle-car attitude. The Durango was Dodge's first modern SUV, arriving for the 1998 model year as the brand's entry into the midsize SUV segment. The current, third-generation Durango dates all the way back to the 2011 model year. But, as Dodge has found with the Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, a vehicle's lifespan can be greatly extended with an added dose of horsepower. The 2023 Dodge Durango lineup starts with the base SXT trim level and moves up through the GT, R/T, Citadel, and SRT 392. Changes for 2023 include standard heated front seats, optional forward collision warning for the Durango SXT, and some new colors (bringing the total color palette to eight). However, the big news for 2023 is the return of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and its devilish supercharged V8 engine. The Hellcat was previously available only for the 2021 model year as a limited edition, but now it's a regular production model. That being the case, the Hellcat ended up as our test vehicle for this Dodge Durango review. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.3 cu ft | Cargo Space17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4271 lbs | Curb Weight4750 lbs |
Height67.1 in | Height72.1 in |
Length198.4 in | Length200.8 in |
Width78.7 in | Width85.5 in |
Wheelbase113.8 in | Wheelbase119.8 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1400 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $50,150 | $39,990 |
Average price | $29,182 | $28,718 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 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 evolution of the Dodge Durango exemplifies how the Stellantis brand has evolved from a mainstream competitor to Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, and Toyota into a niche brand emphasizing muscle-car attitude. The Durango was Dodge's first modern SUV, arriving for the 1998 model year as the brand's entry into the midsize SUV segment. The current, third-generation Durango dates all the way back to the 2011 model year. But, as Dodge has found with the Challenger coupe and Charger sedan, a vehicle's lifespan can be greatly extended with an added dose of horsepower. The 2023 Dodge Durango lineup starts with the base SXT trim level and moves up through the GT, R/T, Citadel, and SRT 392. Changes for 2023 include standard heated front seats, optional forward collision warning for the Durango SXT, and some new colors (bringing the total color palette to eight). However, the big news for 2023 is the return of the Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat and its devilish supercharged V8 engine. The Hellcat was previously available only for the 2021 model year as a limited edition, but now it's a regular production model. That being the case, the Hellcat ended up as our test vehicle for this Dodge Durango review. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 3.6L 293 hp V6 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.3 cu ft | 17.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4271 lbs | 4750 lbs |
Height | 67.1 in | 72.1 in |
Length | 198.4 in | 200.8 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 85.5 in |
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 119.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1400 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 6200 lbs |
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