Acura MDX vs. Lexus GX 460
When we compare the Acura MDX to the Lexus GX 460, the Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. The Lexus GX 460 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Acura MDX versus the Lexus GX 460, the Acura MDX is a better car than the Lexus GX 460.
Acura MDX versus Lexus GX 460 Pricing
A used 2023 Acura MDX ranges from $50,877 to $67,176 while a used 2023 Lexus GX 460 is priced between $59,608 to $74,838. For a new model, the Acura MDX's price is between $53,401 and $74,378, with the Lexus GX 460 priced between $60,306 and $72,333.
Acura MDX versus Lexus GX 460 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura MDX is 8.7 out of 10 while the Lexus GX 460's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Acura MDX being ranked 2 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Lexus GX 460 being ranked 4 out of 21. Out of 25 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the Acura MDX is ranked 25 and the Lexus GX 460 is ranked 7.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura MDX’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Lexus GX 460 base engine makes 301 horsepower. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The GX 460 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 437 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Acura MDX has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Lexus GX 460, a midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear head room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Lexus GX 460 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Acura MDX.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Acura MDX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$53,401 - $74,378
Used Asking Price:
$50,877 - $67,176
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$60,306 - $72,333
Used Asking Price:
$59,608 - $74,838
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.6%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
9.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
1 out of / 67Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 11Most Reliable Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows
Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 25Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value
Ranking
17 out of / 25Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
18 out of / 21Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
59 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value
Ranking
3 out of / 25Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 25Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs
Ranking
7 out of / 21Most Reliable Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows
Ranking
12 out of / 25Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD Type S, SH-AWD Type S w/Advance Package, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Tech
Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
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:
4 years
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):
Not yet available
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):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
301 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
329 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 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):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
155.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4271 lbs
Width:
78.7 inches
Height:
67.1 inches
Length:
198.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5126 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
74.2 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
