2026 Acura
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2025 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 21 - 26 MPG | 28 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 69.1 - 74.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 290 - 355 hp | 180 - 182 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 1,500 - 3,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 182.7 - 183.3 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 72.0 - 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 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 Subaru Forester, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Subaru Forester, 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 Subaru Forester.
Handling
The Acura MDX has a significantly larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Acura MDX is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura MDX greatly out-muscles the Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester.
Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Forester, 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 Subaru Forester.