Lexus NX 300h vs. Acura MDX
When we compare the Lexus NX 300h's and the Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the Lexus NX 300h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The Acura MDX has the advantage in the areas of 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 Lexus NX 300h's and the Acura MDX's specifications and ratings, the Acura MDX is a better car than the Lexus NX 300h.
Lexus NX 300h vs. Acura MDX Pricing
A used 2020 Lexus NX 300h ranges from $31,990 to $42,527 while a used 2020 Acura MDX is priced between $30,999 to $47,681.
Lexus NX 300h vs. Acura MDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus NX 300h loses 39.7 percent of its value and the Acura MDX loses 60.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus NX 300h retains 20.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura MDX.
Lexus NX 300h vs. Acura MDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus NX 300h is 8.5 out of 10 while the Acura MDX's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Lexus NX 300h being ranked 4 out of 28 Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs and the Acura MDX being ranked 1 out of 28. Out of 26 Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Lexus NX 300h is ranked 4 and the Acura MDX is ranked 1.
Lexus NX 300h vs. Acura MDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus NX 300h is 6.3 out of 10. For the Acura MDX the reliability rating is 9.5 out of 10. This gives the Acura MDX a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus NX 300h.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus NX 300h’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the Acura MDX base engine makes 321 horsepower. The NX 300h is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. The MDX is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles.This gives the Lexus NX 300h the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Acura MDX the advantage in maximum range. The NX 300h uses regular unleaded, and the MDX uses premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lexus NX 300h and the Acura MDX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
31990 - 42527
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39711
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
30999 - 47681
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.602766
Lexus NX 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura MDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.735443 / 10
Reliability:
9.506331 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus NX 300h Rankings
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23 out of / 28Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Lexus NX 300h Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
Acura MDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Advance, SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
194 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
33 / 30 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
488 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4180 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R20