2017 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2017 Acura MDX
When comparing the 2017 Lexus RX 350's and the 2017 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2017 Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Lexus RX 350's and the 2017 Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the 2017 Acura MDX.
2017 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2017 Acura MDX Pricing
A used 2017 Lexus RX 350 ranges from $24,998 to $37,944 while a used 2017 Acura MDX is priced between $19,779 to $31,468.
2017 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2017 Acura MDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Lexus RX 350 loses 34.7 percent of its value and the 2017 Acura MDX loses 53.7 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Lexus RX 350 retains 19 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Acura MDX.
2017 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2017 Acura MDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 9.2 out of 10 while the Acura MDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 350 being ranked 2 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Acura MDX being ranked 1 out of 21. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Lexus RX 350 is ranked 3 and the Acura MDX is ranked 1.
2017 Lexus RX 350 vs. 2017 Acura MDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Acura MDX the reliability rating is 9.4 out of 10. This gives the Acura MDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus RX 350.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Lexus RX 350’s base engine makes 295 horsepower, and the 2017 Acura MDX base engine makes 290 horsepower. The RX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles.This gives the 2017 Lexus RX 350 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Acura MDX the advantage in maximum range. The RX 350 uses regular unleaded, and the MDX uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2017 Acura MDX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The 2017 Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Acura MDX has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Lexus RX 350, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.46 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
24998 - 37944
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.346895
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19779 - 31468
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
Lexus RX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.167888 / 10
Reliability:
9.043663 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus RX 350 Rankings
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60 out of / 68Acura MDX Rankings
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1 out of / 68Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
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46 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
2017 Lexus RX 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
2017 Acura MDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Advance w/RES, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/Tech w/RES, w/Advance, w/Advance w/RES, w/Tech, w/Tech w/RES
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.46 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
295 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
371 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
18.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
147.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4222 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4001 lbs
Width:
77.7 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
196.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18