2025 Acura
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2025 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 22 - 23 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 21 - 26 MPG | 29 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 95.0 ft3 | 58.9 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 | 201 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 - 5,000 lbs | 1,500 - 1,800 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 198.4 in | 184.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 78.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in |
Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.2 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in |
Front 38.2 - 39.5 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.7 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 Tiguan than in the Acura MDX, due to its greater 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 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 Tiguan, 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 Tiguan, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Handling
The Acura MDX has a larger turning radius than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura MDX greatly out-muscles the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Acura MDX transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Tiguan.
Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 Volkswagen Tiguan.