Acura MDX alternatives & comparisons

Here you can find alternatives to the Acura MDX, based on existing comparison pages and popular model matchups. We currently show 6 suitable models as a starting point for your buying decision.

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Alternative models

These models are frequently compared with the Acura MDX and are good next research steps.

from $43,800

Toyota Crown Signia

Price : 43,800 - 48,200 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 240 HP
FuelEconomy City : 39 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 37 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 178 lb-ft
Model : Crown Signia
Modell : XLE AWD (Natl), Limited AWD (Natl)
Trim Level : XLE AWD (Natl), Limited AWD (Natl)
Engine Displacement : 2.5 L
Curb weight : 4,210 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 14.5 gal
Length : 194.1 in.
Width : 74 in.
Height : 64 in.
Brand : Toyota

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Quick data check: Toyota Crown Signia

visibly more power
slightly cheaper
clearly more efficient
only slightly lighter

from $33,700

Honda Accord Hybrid

Price : 33,700 - 39,300 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Hybrid
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel
Power HP : 204 HP
FuelEconomy City : 46 - 51 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 41 - 44 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 134 lb-ft
Model : Accord Hybrid
Modell : Sport Sedan, EX-L Sedan, Sport-L Sedan, Touring Sedan
Trim Level : Sport Sedan, EX-L Sedan, Sport-L Sedan, Touring Sedan
Engine Displacement : 2 L
Curb weight : 3,468 - 3,532 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 12.8 gal
Trunk Volume : 16.7 cu. ft.
Length : 195.7 in.
Width : 73.3 in.
Height : 57 in.
Brand : Honda

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Quick data check: Honda Accord Hybrid

clearly more power
considerably cheaper
significantly more efficient
clearly lighter

from $40,200

Honda Ridgeline

Price : 40,200 - 46,800 $
Body Type : Pickup
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : All Wheel
Power HP : 280 HP
FuelEconomy City : 18 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 23 - 24 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 262 lb-ft
Model : Ridgeline
Modell : Sport AWD, RTL AWD, TrailSport AWD, Sport+ AWD, Black Edition AWD, RTL+ AWD, TrailSport+ AWD
Trim Level : Sport AWD, RTL AWD, TrailSport AWD, Sport+ AWD, Black Edition AWD, RTL+ AWD, TrailSport+ AWD
Engine Displacement : 3.5 L
Curb weight : 4,420 - 4,504 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 19.5 gal
Length : 210.2 in.
Width : 78.6 in.
Height : 70 in.
Brand : Honda

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Quick data check: Honda Ridgeline

clearly more power
marginally more efficient
barely lighter
visibly cheaper

from $38,300

GMC Sierra 1500

Price : 38,300 - 84,200 $
Body Type : Pickup
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 305 - 420 HP
FuelEconomy City : 15 - 23 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 19 - 27 MPG
Seats : 3 - 6
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 383 - 495 lb-ft
Model : Sierra 1500
Modell : 2WD Crew Cab 147" SLE, 2WD Crew Cab 147" SLT, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Denali, 4WD Reg Cab 126" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" SLE, 4WD Double Cab 147" Elevation w/3VL, 4WD Crew Cab 147" SLE, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation w/3VL, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" SLT, 4WD Crew Cab 147" AT4, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Denali, 4WD Crew Cab 147" AT4X, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Denali Ultimate, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Pro, 4WD Crew Cab 157" SLE, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Elevation, 4WD Crew Cab 157" SLT, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation, 4WD Reg Cab 140" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" Elevation w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Pro, 4WD Crew Cab 157" AT4, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Denali, 2WD Reg Cab 126" Pro, 2WD Reg Cab 140" Pro, 2WD Double Cab 147" Pro, 2WD Double Cab 147" SLE, 2WD Double Cab 147" Elevation, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Pro
Trim Level : 2WD Crew Cab 147" SLE, 2WD Crew Cab 147" SLT, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Denali, 4WD Reg Cab 126" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" SLE, 4WD Double Cab 147" Elevation w/3VL, 4WD Crew Cab 147" SLE, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation w/3VL, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" SLT, 4WD Crew Cab 147" AT4, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Denali, 4WD Crew Cab 147" AT4X, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Denali Ultimate, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Pro, 4WD Crew Cab 157" SLE, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Elevation, 4WD Crew Cab 157" SLT, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Elevation, 4WD Reg Cab 140" Pro, 4WD Double Cab 147" Elevation w/3SB, 4WD Crew Cab 147" Pro, 4WD Crew Cab 157" AT4, 4WD Crew Cab 157" Denali, 2WD Reg Cab 126" Pro, 2WD Reg Cab 140" Pro, 2WD Double Cab 147" Pro, 2WD Double Cab 147" SLE, 2WD Double Cab 147" Elevation, 2WD Crew Cab 147" Pro
Engine Displacement : 5.3 - 6.2 L
Fuel tank capacity : 24 - 28 gal
Length : 210.97 - 242.45 in.
Width : 81.15 - 81.24 in.
Height : 75 - 78 in.
Brand : GMC

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Quick data check: GMC Sierra 1500

visibly cheaper
a bit more power
a bit more efficient

from $57,000

Cadillac CT5-V

Price : 57,000 - 95,600 $
Body Type : Sedan
Engine Type : Gasoline
Transmission : Manual, Automatic
Drive Type : Rear Wheel,
Power HP : 360 - 668 HP
FuelEconomy City : 13 - 18 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 21 - 27 MPG
Seats : 5
Model Year : 2025
Torque : 405 - 659 lb-ft
Model : CT5-V
Modell : 4dr Sdn Blackwing, 4dr Sdn
Trim Level : 4dr Sdn Blackwing, 4dr Sdn
Curb weight : 3,974 - 4,123 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 17 gal
Trunk Volume : 11.9 cu. ft.
Length : 193.8 - 194.9 in.
Width : 74.1 in.
Height : 56 - 57 in.
Brand : Cadillac

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Quick data check: Cadillac CT5-V

slightly cheaper
very slightly more efficient
considerably more power
very slightly lighter

from $43,300

Toyota Grand Highlander

Price : 43,300 - 58,500 $
Body Type : SUV
Engine Type : Hybrid, Gasoline
Transmission : Automatic
Drive Type : Front Wheel, All Wheel
Power HP : 245 - 362 HP
FuelEconomy City : 20 - 37 mpg
FuelEconomy Hwy : 26 - 34 MPG
Seats : 7
Model Year : 2024
Torque : 175 - 400 lb-ft
Model : Grand Highlander
Modell : Hybrid XLE FWD (Natl), Hybrid XLE AWD (Natl), Hybrid Limited AWD (Natl), Hybrid MAX Limited AWD (Natl), Hybrid MAX Platinum AWD (Natl), XLE FWD (Natl), Limited FWD (Natl), XLE AWD (Natl), Limited AWD (Natl), Platinum AWD (Natl)
Trim Level : Hybrid XLE FWD (Natl), Hybrid XLE AWD (Natl), Hybrid Limited AWD (Natl), Hybrid MAX Limited AWD (Natl), Hybrid MAX Platinum AWD (Natl), XLE FWD (Natl), Limited FWD (Natl), XLE AWD (Natl), Limited AWD (Natl), Platinum AWD (Natl)
Engine Displacement : 2.4 - 2.5 L
Curb weight : 4,300 - 4,920 lbs
Fuel tank capacity : 17.2 - 17.8 gal
Length : 201.4 in.
Width : 78.3 in.
Height : 70 in.
Brand : Toyota

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Toyota Grand Highlander as a suitable alternative to Acura MDX

The Acura MDX brings athletic steering, a premium cabin, and available Type S punch, while the Toyota Grand Highlander counters with a cavernous third row, family-friendly storage, and Hybrid MAX torque that doesn’t gulp fuel. If you want luxury road manners and a little badge cred, pick the MDX; if your life is basically a rolling Costco run, the Grand Highlander gives you more room and value for less.

The Toyota Grand Highlander is the Highlander on a growth spurt, serving up generous space, a calm ride, and a cabin that actually understands family life. It won’t thrill canyon roads, but with smart storage, adult-friendly third-row comfort, and fuss-free tech, it turns school runs and road trips into easy wins.

Compare directly with Toyota Grand Highlander

Quick data check: Toyota Grand Highlander

very slightly lighter
somewhat cheaper
barely more power
significantly more efficient

Direct comparisons

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Toyota Grand Highlander

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