2020 Acura MDX vs. 2020 Lincoln Nautilus
When we compare the 2020 Acura MDX's and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2020 Lincoln Nautilus has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2020 Acura MDX and 2020 Lincoln Nautilus have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Acura MDX's and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Acura MDX is a better car than the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus.
2020 Acura MDX vs. 2020 Lincoln Nautilus Pricing
A used 2020 Acura MDX ranges from $29,300 to $41,000 while a used 2020 Lincoln Nautilus is priced between $27,999 to $43,997.
2020 Acura MDX vs. 2020 Lincoln Nautilus Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Acura MDX loses 53.7 percent of its value and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus loses 55.7 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Acura MDX retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Acura MDX’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus base engine makes 250 horsepower. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. The Nautilus is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 478 miles.This gives the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Acura MDX the advantage in maximum range. The MDX uses premium unleaded, and the Nautilus uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2020 Acura MDX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The 2020 Lincoln Nautilus 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, both the 2020 Acura MDX and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$29,300 - $41,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$27,999 - $43,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
55.7%
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
9.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Nautilus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Acura MDX Rankings
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1 out of / 67Ranking
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57 out of / 67Lincoln Nautilus Rankings
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1 out of / 20Ranking
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63 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Acura MDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD PMC Edition, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Advance w/RES, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/Tech w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Tech w/RES, w/Advance, w/Tech
2020 Lincoln Nautilus Trim Levels
Black Label, Reserve, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 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):
390 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 478 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
37.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4032 lbs
Width:
77.7 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
196.2 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4142 lbs
Width:
86.1 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
190 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
