Acura MDX vs. Lincoln MKX
When comparing the Acura MDX's and the Lincoln MKX's specifications and ratings, the Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Lincoln MKX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Acura MDX's and the Lincoln MKX's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Acura MDX vs. Lincoln MKX Pricing
A used 2018 Acura MDX ranges from $22,809 to $34,027 while a used 2018 Lincoln MKX is priced between $19,849 to $32,460.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura MDX’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Lincoln MKX base engine makes 303 horsepower. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. The MKX is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles. This gives the Acura MDX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lincoln MKX. The MDX uses premium unleaded, and the MKX 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 and rear shoulder room. The Lincoln MKX 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
The Acura MDX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22809 - 34027
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19849 - 32460
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln MKX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Acura MDX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
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1 out of / 33Ranking
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25 out of / 68Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 33Ranking
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29 out of / 33Ranking
31 out of / 59Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 68Lincoln MKX Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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
Lincoln MKX Trim Levels
Black Label, Premiere, Reserve, Select
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):
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):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
303 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
278 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 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 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
371 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 460 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:
N/A
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:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
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:
4001 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:
4158 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:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/60R18