2025 Acura MDX vs. 2024 Toyota Sequoia Review

Picture of the 2025 Acura MDX

2025 Acura
MDX

MSRP*: $51,200 to $75,250
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2024 Toyota
Sequoia

MSRP*: $61,275 to $81,265
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 19 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG 22 - 24 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 95.0 ft3 86.9 ft3
Engine
  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 437-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 290 - 355 hp 437 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 8,980 - 9,520 lbs
Exterior Length 198.4 in 208.1 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 79.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 39.2 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.4 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Acura MDX offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota Sequoia, with comparable 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 Toyota Sequoia.

Convenience
The Toyota Sequoia 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). Clearly, the Acura MDX is a better financial choice over the Toyota Sequoia, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Acura MDX is a little narrower than the Toyota Sequoia, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. The Acura MDX is slightly shorter than the Toyota Sequoia, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Acura MDX has the same turning radius as the Toyota Sequoia, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Sequoia is clearly the choice over the Acura MDX for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Acura MDX has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota Sequoia.

Powertrain
The Acura MDX has much lower torque than the Toyota Sequoia, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura MDX and the Toyota Sequoia. The Acura MDX has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Toyota Sequoia.