2026 Acura MDX vs. 2025 Chevrolet Blazer Review

Picture of the 2026 Acura MDX

2026 Acura
MDX

MSRP*: $51,800 to $75,850
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2025 Chevrolet
Blazer

MSRP*: $35,600 to $45,900
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 18 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG 26 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 95.0 ft3 64.2 ft3
Engine
  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 308-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 290 - 355 hp 228 - 308 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 198.4 in 191.8 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 76.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Blazer than in the Acura MDX, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Acura MDX and the Chevrolet Blazer.

Convenience
With the Chevrolet Blazer, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Acura MDX, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Acura MDX will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Chevrolet Blazer, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Chevrolet Blazer, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Acura MDX, which is slightly longer than the Chevrolet Blazer.

Performance
The Acura MDX has a little more horsepower than the Chevrolet Blazer.

Powertrain
The Acura MDX has much lower torque than the Chevrolet Blazer, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Chevrolet Blazer, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Acura MDX, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Chevrolet Blazer.