2025 Acura
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2024 Lexus
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 27 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 21 - 26 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 46.2 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 290 - 355 hp | 366 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 3,494 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 192.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 75.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 38.1 in
Rear 38.5 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
The Acura MDX offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Lexus RX 500h, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Acura MDX offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Lexus RX 500h, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura MDX as you will with the Lexus RX 500h, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Acura MDX will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus RX 500h.
Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Lexus RX 500h, 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 Lexus RX 500h.
Handling
The Acura MDX has a larger turning radius than the Lexus RX 500h, 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 Lexus RX 500h for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura MDX has a lot less horsepower than the Lexus RX 500h.
Powertrain
The Acura MDX has much lower torque than the Lexus RX 500h, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Lexus RX 500h, 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 Lexus RX 500h.