
The Acura MDX is one of our top-ranked large crossovers.
Contenders include the handsome Buick Enclave, with great safety and sex appeal, as well as a prettier interior with a piece or two of less-appealing plastic trim than the MDX.
The Volvo XC90 has three rows of seats, but seating anyone in the third row is an awkward exercise, fuel economy is relatively poor, and initial quality has been less than exemplary.
The new Lincoln MKT takes the fundamentals of the roomy, capable Ford Flex and wraps them in distinctive sheetmetal—and fits in a 355-horsepower turbocharged six-cylinder engine for class-leading power.
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With a few notable flaws in styling and features, the 2011 Acura MDX still impresses us with its friendly handling and gutsy power. |
The 2011 Buick Enclave no longer feels fresh, but it's still one of the most luxurious, passenger-friendly, and uniquely American family crossover wagons. |
A singular look, along with top-shelf turbo power and features, earns the 2011 Ford Flex our top score among utility vehicles. |
The swinging style sets an audacious mood—and the 2011 Lincoln MKT backs it up with turbo V-6 thrust. |
The 2010 Volvo XC90 has aged gracefully and now is more feature-packed than ever; however, its poor fuel economy tarnishes an otherwise superb vehicle. |
MSRP From | ||||
$42,930 | $35,865 | $29,355 | $44,300 | $38,400 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
16 MPG City / 21 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 22 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas I6 |
EPA Class | ||||
Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | FWD Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle |
Style Name | ||||
AWD 4-Door | FWD 4-Door CX | 4-Door SE FWD | 4-Door Wagon 3.7L FWD | AWD 4-Door I6 |
Drivetrain | ||||
All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
4 Door | Sport Utility Vehicle | 4 Door | Station Wagon | 4 Door |
Transmission | ||||
Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic, |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2011 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Buick Enclave | 2011 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Ford Flex | 2011 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Lincoln MKT | 2011 Acura MDX vs. 2011 Volvo XC90 |