Car Price Comparison
Lexus RX vs. Acura MDX

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Specifications Comparison
Lexus RX vs. Acura MDX

Model Year20102009
ModelRXMDX
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase107.9108.3
Length187.8190.7
Width74.278.5
Height66.365.9
Curb Weight45104539
Fuel Capacity19.221.0
R1 Headroom39.139.2
R1 Shoulder Room58.061.6
R1 Hip Room55.659.0
R1 Legroom43.141.2
R2 Headroom37.738.6
R2 Shoulder Room57.661.5
R2 Hip Room54.559.1
R2 Legroom36.838.7
R3 Headroom 35.7
R3 Shoulder Room 57.1
R3 Hip Room 42.0
R3 Legroom 29.1
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
40.015.0
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
40.042.9
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.383.5
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Lexus RX vs. Acura MDX

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Model Year20102009
ModelRXMDX
Trim350Base
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price$36,800$40,990
AWD$1,400 
Comfort Package$2,000 
Entertainment Package $1,750
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens$2,540 
Mark Levinson 330W 15 speakers$1,610 
Navigation Package$2,440 
Premium Package$2,400 
Sport Package$1,300$6,150
Unbranded 12 speakers$110 
Total options$13,800$7,900
Destination$875$760
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Price$51,475$49,650
Lowest Net Price MDX 4dr SUV
Difference$1,825
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Invoice Comparison : Lexus RX vs. Acura MDX

Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.

Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices.
Model Year20102009
ModelRXMDX
Trim350Base
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Invoice$32,752$37,252
AWD$1,246 
Comfort Package$1,600 
Entertainment Package $1,587
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens$2,032 
Mark Levinson 330W 15 speakers$1,243 
Navigation Package$2,052 
Premium Package$2,040 
Sport Package$1,040$5,577
Unbranded 12 speakers$88 
Total options$11,341$7,164
Destination$875$760
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Invoice$44,968$45,176
Lowest Net Invoice RX 350 4dr SUV
Difference$208
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Feature Comparison : Lexus RX vs. Acura MDX

Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses

These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.

In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you.
Model Year20102009
ModelRXMDX
Trim350Base
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine275hp V6300hp V6
TransmissionT6 ($1100)T5 ($1000)
DrivetrainAWD ($1700)AWD ($1700)
EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway)18 / 2415 / 20
Tires (rear if not equal)235/55-19255/55-18
Audio (watts, speakers)330, 15410, 10
Accessories  
Keyless access and ignition ($250)StandardNot incl.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
911 assist ($0)StandardNot incl.
Knee bag, driver ($100)StandardNot incl.
Knee bag, passenger ($100)StandardNot incl.
Laminated side glass ($300)StandardNot incl.
Rear side airbags ($300)StandardNot incl.
Side curtain airbags ($350)StandardNot incl.
Side curtain airbags, three rows ($500)Not incl.Standard
Cargo Management  
Cargo cover ($75)StandardNot incl.
Roof rails ($250)StandardNot incl.
Climate Control and Infotainment  
Automatic air recirculation ($100)PackageNot incl.
Bluetooth audio streaming ($100)StandardNot incl.
DVD-Audio-compatible player ($25)Not incl.Package
DVD-compatible player ($0)PackageNot incl.
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens ($1200)OptionNot incl.
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted ($1000)Not incl.Package
Rear air vents ($100)StandardNot incl.
Rear air vents with automatic controls ($250)Not incl.Standard
Rear HVAC unit ($400)Not incl.Standard
USB port ($150)PackageNot incl.
Water-repellent front-door glass ($15)StandardNot incl.
Exterior  
Rear bumper protector ($40)StandardNot incl.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror ($75)PackageNot incl.
Auto-dimming headlights ($200)PackageNot incl.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror ($75)PackageNot incl.
Compass ($25)StandardNot incl.
Steering-linked headlights ($250)PackageNot incl.
Powertrain  
Active rear differential ($500)Not incl.Standard
Seats and Interior Trim  
Cooled first row ($300)PackageNot incl.
Folding third row ($600)Not incl.Standard
Heated second row ($200)Not incl.Package
Manual fore-aft second row ($75)StandardNot incl.
Power lumbar, passenger first row ($100)StandardNot incl.
Wood trim ($300)StandardNot incl.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Adaptive shocks - electrical ($1000)Not incl.Package
Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total.-$455-$0
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Lexus RX vs. Acura MDX

These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison.
Model Year20102009
ModelRXMDX
Trim350Base
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Net Price (from Price table)$51,475$49,650
Adjustment (from Feature table)-$455-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Price$51,020$49,650
Net Invoice (from Invoice table)$44,968$45,176
Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices.-$397-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Invoice$44,571$45,176
Lowest Adjusted Price MDX 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Price Difference$1,370
Lowest Adjusted Invoice RX 350 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Invoice Difference$605
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Notes

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.

Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.

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