2026 Acura
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 21 - 26 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 77.8 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 | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 195.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport than in the Acura MDX, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Acura MDX, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura MDX as you will with the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Acura MDX is about the same width as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
When looking at overall length, the Acura MDX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Handling
The Acura MDX has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, so they both maneuver the same 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, since they have about the same towing capacity.
The Acura MDX has a little more horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Powertrain
With similar torque, the Acura MDX and the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Acura MDX has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.