Acura MDX vs. Lexus RX 350
In comparing the Acura MDX to the Lexus RX 350, the Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and base engine power. The Acura MDX and Lexus RX 350 have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Acura MDX versus the Lexus RX 350, the Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the Acura MDX.
Acura MDX versus Lexus RX 350 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Acura MDX ranges from $37,500 to $50,998 while a used Lexus RX 350 from the same model year range is priced between $43,605 to $54,999. For a new model, the Acura MDX's price is between $48,741 and $62,494, with the Lexus RX 350 priced between $47,906 and $62,015.
Acura MDX versus Lexus RX 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura MDX and Lexus RX 350 is 8.7 out of 10. With both vehicles earning the same number they are extremely competitive in their vehicle segment. Acura MDX is ranked 2 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and Lexus RX 350 is ranked 3 out of 67, with their respective reliability, retained value, and safety ratings used to break the tie, in that order. Out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs, the Acura MDX is ranked 21 and the Lexus RX 350 is ranked 3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura MDX’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 350 base engine makes 295 horsepower. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. The RX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The MDX uses premium unleaded, and the RX 350 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Acura MDX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear head room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Lexus RX 350 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Acura MDX.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$48,741 - $62,494
Used Asking Price:
$37,500 - $50,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$47,906 - $62,015
Used Asking Price:
$43,605 - $54,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.7%
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:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 25iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
3 out of / 21Summary Review
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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
SH-AWD, Base, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Tech, SH-AWD Type S w/Advance Package, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD Type S
Trim Levels
F SPORT, F SPORT Handling, Base
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.35 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
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:
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
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:
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
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:
Available
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:
Available
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:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
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:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
32.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
115.8 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:
4222 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 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 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
