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Acura MDX
2024 Acura MDX
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$54,550
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 SUV
2024 Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 SUV
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$86,750
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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Overview

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Engine
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
Transmission
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 19 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 18 MPG
Hwy: 23 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
7 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Acura MDX
2022-2024 Acura MDX Rear Angle View
2022-2024 Acura MDX Dashboard
95
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Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 SUV
Rear Angle View
Dashboard
13
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
3.0L Turbo Inline-6 Gas
Horsepower
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
429 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque
267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
413 lb-ft @ 2200 rpm
Transmission
10-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,297 lbs
5,578 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
3,500 lbs
7,700 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
20 MPG
City
19 MPG
18 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
23 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.1 Tons/yr
9.3 (Est) Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
22.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
351.5 miles
405 miles
Cruising Range Highway
481 miles
517.5 miles

Battery Range & Charge Times

Battery Size
N/A
1 kWh

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
198.4 in
194.4 in
Height
67.1 in
70.2 in
Max Width
78.7 in
79.3 in
Front Width
67.7 in
66.1 in
Rear Width
67.7 in
67.9 in
Wheelbase
113.8 in
117.9 in
Ground Clearance
N/A
7.5 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
7 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.6 in
40.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
38.5 in
40.5 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
61.9 in
59.3 in
Front Seat Hip Room
59.3 in
60.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.5 in
40.9 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.1 in
36.9 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
60.3 in
58.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
57.8 in
59.9 in
Third Row Leg Room
29 in
N/A
Third Row Headroom
36.2 in
N/A
Third Row Shoulder Room
55.1 in
N/A
Third Row Hip Room
40.6 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
95 ft³
74.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
48.4 ft³
33.3 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
18.1 ft³
33.3 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Height (Area)
N/A
35 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
40.5 ft
39.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
20" x 9"
20" x 9"
Rear Wheel Size
20" x 9"
20" x 9"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P255/50HR20
P275/50HR20
Rear Tire
P255/50HR20
P275/50HR20
Spare Tire
N/A
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Fathom Blue Pearl
  • Lunar Silver Metallic
  • Lunar Silver Metallic
  • Performance Red Pearl
  • Black
  • Cirrus Silver Metallic
  • Emerald Green Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Polar White
  • Selenite Grey Metallic
  • Twilight Blue Metallic

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Liquid Carbon Metallic
  • Liquid Carbon Metallic
  • Majestic Black Pearl
  • Majestic Black Pearl
  • Majestic Black Pearl
  • Phantom Violet Pearl
  • Platinum White Pearl
  • Platinum White Pearl
  • Platinum White Pearl
  • MANUFAKTUR Alpine Grey
  • MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Diamond White Metallic, Limited availability.
  • MANUFAKTUR Moonlight White Metallic, Available beginning with April production.

Standard Interior Materials

  • Ebony, Perforated Premium Milano Leather Trimmed Seats
  • Espresso, Perforated Premium Milano Leather Trimmed Seats
  • Graystone, Perforated Premium Milano Leather Trimmed Seats
  • Parchment, Perforated Premium Milano Leather Trimmed Seats
  • Bahia Brown/Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Classic Red/Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Macchiato Beige/Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery

Optional Interior Materials

N/A
  • Bahia Brown/Black, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Classic Red/Black, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Macchiato Beige/Black, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Black w/Diamond Stitching, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery (561/565)
  • Mach Beige w/Stitching, Exclusive Nappa Leather Upholstery (561/565)

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Not Available
Premium Sound System
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Standard
Sun/Moonroof
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Optional
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Optional
Automatic Parking
Not Available
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Heated Front Seat(s)
Standard
Standard
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Standard
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Seat Memory
Standard
Standard
Universal Garage Door Opener
Standard
Standard
Seat-Massage
Not Available
Optional
Rear A/C
Standard
Optional
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Telematics
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Rear Parking Aid
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Optional
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Optional
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Optional

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Drivetrain
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Maintenance
2 Years / 24,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Hybrid/Electric Components
N/A
8 Years / 100,000 Miles
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