2026 Acura MDX vs. 2025 Nissan Kicks Review

Picture of the 2026 Acura MDX

2026 Acura
MDX

MSRP*: $51,800 to $75,850
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2025 Nissan
Kicks

MSRP*: $21,830 to $27,680
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 27 - 28 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG 34 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 95.0 ft3 50.1 - 60.0 ft3
Engine
  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 141-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 290 - 355 hp 141 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 198.4 in 171.9 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 70.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 42.7 in
Rear 34.5 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 39.7 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Acura MDX than in the Nissan Kicks. The Nissan Kicks will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Acura MDX.

Convenience
The Acura MDX requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Nissan Kicks, 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 Nissan Kicks, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Nissan Kicks, 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 Nissan Kicks.

Handling
The Acura MDX has a significantly larger turning radius than the Nissan Kicks, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura MDX greatly out-muscles the Nissan Kicks.

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 Nissan Kicks.

Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Nissan Kicks, 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 Nissan Kicks.