2025 Acura MDX vs. 2024 Nissan ARIYA Review

Picture of the 2025 Acura MDX

2025 Acura
MDX

MSRP*: $51,200 to $75,250
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan ARIYA

2024 Nissan
ARIYA

MSRP*: $39,590 to $54,190
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 21 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 95.0 ft3 59.7 ft3
Engine
  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 214-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 238-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 335-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 389-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 290 - 355 hp 214 - 389 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 5,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 198.4 in 182.9 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 74.8 in
Leg Room Front 41.6 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 38.5 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 37.9 - 39.6 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.3 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 Nissan ARIYA. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Acura MDX and the Nissan ARIYA.

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 Nissan ARIYA, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Acura MDX is much wider than the Nissan ARIYA, 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 Nissan ARIYA.

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

Performance
The Acura MDX has a little more horsepower than the Nissan ARIYA.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Acura MDX does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Nissan ARIYA.

Utility
The Acura MDX offers greater seating capacity than the Nissan ARIYA, 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 Nissan ARIYA.