2018 Acura MDX vs. 2018 BMW X5
Looking for a large luxury SUV to drive around Red Bank? The Acura MDX and the BMW X5 are top contenders, but when you compare the two, you’ll find that the MDX:
- Offers a powertrain warranty that lasts for 24 more months and 20,000 more miles
- Provides seating for up to seven people, as compared with a five-person limit on the X5
- Promises 14.2 more cubic feet in total
Fuel Economy
Although the Acura MDX is larger, it also proves more efficient than the BMW X5.
- MDX: A 3.5L V6 engine achieves an EPA-estimated 19 mpg city and 27 mpg highway*.
- X5: A 3.0L inline-six engine musters just 18 mpg city and 25 mpg highway.
Features
The following features come standard on the Acura MDX, but are unavailable or cost more on the introductory BMW X5:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Leather-trimmed seats
- Satellite radio
- Noise cancellation
- LED headlights
*Based on 2018 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid models only) and other factors.
