2020 Acura MDX vs 2021 BMW X5
Overview | |
MSRP$44,500 | MSRP$59,400 |
Listings39 | Listings54 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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2020 Acura MDX Reviews SummaryThe Acura MDX is the best-selling three-row luxury SUV of all time, with solid performances through three generations of production since 2001. While it may not be an industry leader in any one category, the MDX delivers competitive levels of comfort, convenience, and technology and an attractive overall package that has spawned a loyal repeat audience. | |
2021 BMW X5 Reviews SummaryThe BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm | Horsepower335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.0 cu ft | Cargo Space33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4032 lbs | Curb Weight4828 lbs |
Height67.4 in | Height68.7 in |
Length196.2 in | Length194.3 in |
Width77.7 in | Width87.3 in |
Wheelbase111.0 in | Wheelbase117.1 in |
Maximum Payload1336 lbs | Maximum Payload974 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7209 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $44,500 | $59,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Acura MDX is the best-selling three-row luxury SUV of all time, with solid performances through three generations of production since 2001. While it may not be an industry leader in any one category, the MDX delivers competitive levels of comfort, convenience, and technology and an attractive overall package that has spawned a loyal repeat audience. | The BMW X5 was fully redesigned for the 2019 model year. In 2020, high-performance models were added to the mix and for 2021, the SUV’s second-generation plug-in hybrid variant joins the family. All feature similar body design and utility, including a large cargo area. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 3.0L 335 hp I6 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 330 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm | 335 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.0 cu ft | 33.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4032 lbs | 4828 lbs |
Height | 67.4 in | 68.7 in |
Length | 196.2 in | 194.3 in |
Width | 77.7 in | 87.3 in |
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 117.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1336 lbs | 974 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7209 lbs |

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