2025 Acura
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 18 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 21 - 26 MPG | 23 - 26 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 87.0 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 | 291 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 5,000 - 5,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 196.9 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 39.5 - 40.9 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.2 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 Telluride 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 Kia Telluride.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura MDX as you will with the Kia Telluride, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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 Telluride, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Acura MDX is about the same width as the Kia Telluride.
When looking at overall length, the Acura MDX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Kia Telluride.
Handling
The Acura MDX has a larger turning radius than the Kia Telluride, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Acura MDX will do just as well as the Kia Telluride, since they have about the same towing capacity.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Acura MDX and the Kia Telluride.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Acura MDX and the Kia Telluride are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura MDX and the Kia Telluride.
The Acura MDX has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Kia Telluride.