2025 Acura
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 20 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 21 - 26 MPG | 27 - 31 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 290 - 355 hp | 191 - 281 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 2,000 - 4,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 189.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 74.8 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento than in the Acura MDX, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Kia Sorento offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Acura MDX, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
The Kia Sorento requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Acura MDX, making it more convenient to drive.
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 Kia Sorento, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Kia Sorento, 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 Kia Sorento.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Acura MDX is clearly the choice over the Kia Sorento for pulling heavy loads.
The Acura MDX has a little more horsepower than the Kia Sorento.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Acura MDX doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Kia Sorento.
Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sorento, 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 Kia Sorento.