2024 Acura MDX vs. 2023 INFINITI QX55 Review

Picture of the 2024 Acura MDX

2024 Acura
MDX

MSRP*: $50,150 to $73,800
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Picture of the 2023 INFINITI QX55

2023 INFINITI
QX55

MSRP*: $49,150 to $57,800
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 95.0 ft3 54.1 ft3
Engine
  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 290 - 355 hp 268 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 198.4 in 186.3 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 74.9 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 39.9 in
Rear 36.9 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 a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the INFINITI QX55. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Acura MDX and the INFINITI QX55.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura MDX as you will with the INFINITI QX55, 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 is somewhat more expensive than the INFINITI QX55.

Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the INFINITI QX55, 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 INFINITI QX55.

Handling
The Acura MDX has a significantly larger turning radius than the INFINITI QX55, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Acura MDX has a little more horsepower than the INFINITI QX55.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Acura MDX doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the INFINITI QX55.

Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the INFINITI QX55, 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 INFINITI QX55.