BMW X4 vs. Acura MDX
In comparing the BMW X4's and the Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the BMW X4 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. 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, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X4's and the Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the Acura MDX is a better car than the BMW X4.
BMW X4 vs. Acura MDX Pricing
A used 2024 BMW X4 ranges from $58,153 to $74,028 while a used 2024 Acura MDX is priced between $49,878 to $72,045. For a new model, the BMW X4's price is between $58,657 and $75,511, with the Acura MDX priced between $53,157 and $75,257.
BMW X4 vs. Acura MDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X4 loses 47.7 percent of its value and the Acura MDX loses 53.7 percent of its value. This means the BMW X4 retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura MDX.
BMW X4 vs. Acura MDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X4 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Acura MDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the BMW X4 being ranked 27 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Acura MDX being ranked 1 out of 68.
BMW X4 vs. Acura MDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X4 is 7.1 out of 10. For the Acura MDX the reliability rating is 9.4 out of 10. This gives the Acura MDX an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X4’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the Acura MDX base engine makes 290 horsepower. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 481 miles. This gives the BMW X4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Acura MDX. Both models use premium unleaded.
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:
58657 - 75511
Used Asking Price:
58153 - 74028
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477466
Pricing
New Asking Price:
53157 - 75257
Used Asking Price:
49878 - 72045
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537302
BMW X4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.801055 / 10
Reliability:
9.403166 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X4 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 27Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 61Ranking
22 out of / 61Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 61Ranking
27 out of / 68Ranking
27 out of / 61Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
30 out of / 54Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
35 out of / 61Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
36 out of / 59Ranking
41 out of / 61Ranking
50 out of / 68Acura MDX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 33Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 22Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 33Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 21Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 21Ranking
22 out of / 33Ranking
22 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 33Ranking
23 out of / 33Ranking
25 out of / 68Ranking
25 out of / 33Ranking
27 out of / 33Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 33Ranking
31 out of / 59Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW X4 Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive30i
Acura MDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD Type S w/Advance Package, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
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:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 482 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):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 481 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R19