2024 Acura ZDX vs. 2025 BMW X5 Review

Picture of the 2024 Acura ZDX

2024 Acura
ZDX

MSRP*: $64,500 to $74,500
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Picture of the 2025 BMW X5

2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $65,700 to $90,000
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MPG - City Info not available 17 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 22 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 62.0 - 63.0 ft3 72.3 ft3
Engine
  • 358-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 490-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 499-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 358 - 499 hp 375 - 523 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 6,603 lbs
Exterior Length 197.7 in 194.3 in
Exterior Width 77.0 in 78.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 37.8 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Acura ZDX offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the BMW X5, with comparable head- and legroom. The BMW X5 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Acura ZDX, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

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). Whether you pick the Acura ZDX or the BMW X5, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Acura ZDX is much slimmer than the BMW X5, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Acura ZDX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the BMW X5.

Handling
The Acura ZDX has a smaller turning radius than the BMW X5, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the BMW X5 is clearly the choice over the Acura ZDX for pulling heavy loads. The Acura ZDX has a little more horsepower than the BMW X5.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Acura ZDX transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the BMW X5.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura ZDX and the BMW X5. The Acura ZDX has less cargo space than the BMW X5, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.