2025 Acura
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 21 - 26 MPG | 27 - 32 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 74.1 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 | 187 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 - 39.4 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 Sportage than in the Acura MDX, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Kia Sportage 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 Acura MDX requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia Sportage, 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 Sportage, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Kia Sportage, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
If you go with the Acura MDX, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Kia Sportage.
Handling
The Acura MDX has a larger turning radius than the Kia Sportage, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Acura MDX is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura MDX greatly out-muscles the Kia Sportage.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Acura MDX does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage.
Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Kia Sportage, 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 Sportage.