2008 Acura MDX vs. Its Competition
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Among these mid-size, road-oriented crossover SUVs, the Acura MDX has a ride that’s better than all but the RX 350, while offering straight-line performance that’s close to or better than all of them.
On the other hand, most of these competitors outdo the MDX in available high-tech options, such as laser cruise control, adaptive (swiveling) headlamps, or lane-departure warning systems.
The FX 35 lacks a third row, but it’s the only one in the group that handles as well or better than the MDX; the FX’s ride, however is not as good.
The XC90 has a roomier third row, but it’s the least exciting to drive.
The Audi Q7 has a beautiful interior and plenty of luxury features, however it’s surprisingly cumbersome, revealing of its especially hefty curb weight.
 2008 Acura MDXBrowse Used Listings |  2009 Lexus RX 350Browse Used Listings |  2008 Audi Q7Browse Used Listings |  2008 Infiniti FX35Browse Used Listings |  2008 Volvo XC90Browse Used Listings |
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| Meta Rating | ||||
The 2008 Acura MDX has a little more passion than most larger SUVs, with no less practicality. | The 2009 Lexus RX 350 is a well-liked, competitive utility vehicle that has everything but personality. | The 2008 Audi Q7 puts a sport-ute premium on its beautifully made interior, seven-passenger seating, and sedanlike acceleration. | If you want even more V-8 power, wait for the 2009 Infiniti FX 50 with a full 390 horsepower. | The 2008 Volvo XC90 caters well to safety-minded families who need an all-wheel-drive SUV, though third-row room is strictly limited. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $40,195 | $37,700 | $42,500 | $38,050 | $36,210 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 15 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 12 MPG City / 19 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||||
| Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas I6 |
| EPA Class | ||||
| 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Sport Utility | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Style Name | ||||
| 4WD 4dr | FWD 4dr | quattro 4dr 3.6L | RWD 4dr | FWD 4dr I6 |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| 4 Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 7 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| 4 Door | 4-Door SUV | 4 Door SUV | 4 Door SUV | 4 Door |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic, |
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