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Acura MDX vs. Lexus RX 450hL

When comparing the Acura MDX to the Lexus RX 450hL, the Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Lexus RX 450hL has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Acura MDX versus the Lexus RX 450hL, the Acura MDX is a better car than the Lexus RX 450hL.

Acura MDX versus Lexus RX 450hL Pricing

A used 2020 Acura MDX ranges from $39,766 to $54,282 while a used 2020 Lexus RX 450hL is priced between $42,484 to $57,991.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Acura MDX’s base engine makes 321 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 450hL base engine makes 308 horsepower. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles. The RX 450hL is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are hybrid SUVs, the Acura MDX has the advantage of offering more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Lexus RX 450hL has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room. The Acura MDX and Lexus RX 450hL are comparable in regards to front leg room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Acura MDX has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Lexus RX 450hL has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Acura MDX has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 450hL, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.

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2020 Acura MDX Hybrid

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

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Used Asking Price:

$39,766 - $54,282

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

60.3%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

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Used Asking Price:

$42,484 - $57,991

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

45.1%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

6.7 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.0 / 10

Reliability:

7.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.8 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

14 / 17

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Most Reliable Luxury Hybrid SUVs

3 / 17
4 / 17

Luxury Hybrid SUVs with Best Resale Value

4 / 17

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline, Hybrid

Available Drivetrain Options

Hybrid

Trim Levels

SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Advance, SH-AWD Sport Hybrid 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):

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

321 hp @ 6300 rpm

Torque:

289 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.072 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

308 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

Not yet available

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.063 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

26 / 27 / 27

Range (city/hwy):

504 / 524 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

29 / 28 / 29

Range (city/hwy):

499 / 482 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

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:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

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:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

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

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

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:

35.6 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:

146.4 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

30.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Cargo Space:

7.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

58.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

123.7 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

4471 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:

4905 lbs

Width:

74.6 inches

Height:

67.7 inches

Length:

196.9 inches

Wheelbase:

109.8 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.9 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

20.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

245/50R20

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/65R18