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Acura MDX vs. Honda Pilot
On this site: compare the Acura MDX and Honda Pilot in terms of:
- how often they require a repair
- real-world gas mileage
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Acura MDX and Honda Pilot. Including:
- Price Comparison
- Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
- TrueDelta Car Value Comparison
- Customized Price Comparison
- Dealer Price Quotes
Specifications Comparison | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | MDX | Pilot |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 | 109.2 |
| Length | 191.6 | 190.9 |
| Width | 78.5 | 78.5 |
| Height | 66.2 | 71.0 |
| Curb Weight | 4550 | 4506 |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 | 21.0 |
| R1 Headroom | 39.2 | 40.0 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 61.6 | 61.5 |
| R1 Hip Room | 59.0 | 58.6 |
| R1 Legroom | 41.2 | 41.4 |
| R2 Headroom | 38.6 | 39.8 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 61.5 | 62.2 |
| R2 Hip Room | 59.1 | 56.9 |
| R2 Legroom | 38.7 | 38.5 |
| R3 Headroom | 37.5 | 38.2 |
| R3 Shoulder Room | 57.1 | 58.9 |
| R3 Hip Room | 42.0 | 48.4 |
| R3 Legroom | 29.1 | 32.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 | 18.0 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 | 47.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 | 87.0 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Acura MDX vs. Honda PilotThe 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. | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | MDX | Pilot |
| Trim | Base | Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,230 | $38,795 |
| AWD | $1,600 | |
| Entertainment Package | $1,900 | |
| Technology Package | $3,675 | |
| Total options | $5,575 | $1,600 |
| Destination | $810 | $710 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Price | $48,615 | $41,105 |
| Lowest Net Price | Pilot Touring 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $7,510 | |
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Invoice Comparison : Acura MDX vs. Honda PilotDealer 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 Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | MDX | Pilot |
| Trim | Base | Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Invoice | $38,776 | $35,131 |
| AWD | $1,446 | |
| Entertainment Package | $1,723 | |
| Technology Package | $3,333 | |
| Total options | $5,056 | $1,446 |
| Destination | $810 | $710 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Invoice | $44,642 | $37,287 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | Pilot Touring 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $7,355 | |
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Feature Comparison : Acura MDX vs. Honda PilotAdjusts 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 Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | MDX | Pilot |
| Trim | Base | Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp V6 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 ($1100) | A5 ($900) |
| Drivetrain | AWD ($1700) | AWD ($1700) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 16 / 21 | 16 / 22 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 255/55-18 | 245/65-17 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 410, 10 | 512, 10 |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction ($0) |  |  |
| Remote window/roof operation ($50) | | |
| Sunshades, second row ($125) | | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual ($250) | | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power ($350) | | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Obstacle detection, front ($150) | | |
| Obstacle detection, rear ($250) | | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net ($40) | | |
| Class III trailer hitch ($250) | | |
| Console with shifter ($150) | | |
| Console without shifter ($150) | | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate ($150) | | |
| Roof rails ($250) | | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) ($150) | | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash ($325) | | |
| CD player ($125) |  | |
| Dual-zone climate control ($125) | | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player ($0) | | |
| iPod integration ($150) | | |
| Media hard drive ($200) | | |
| Off-road navigation system ($200) | | |
| Rain-sensing wipers ($175) | | |
| Surround sound ($100) | | |
| Travel information system ($300) | | |
| USB port ($150) | | |
| Variable intermittent wipers ($75) | | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings ($75) | | |
| Rear bumper protector ($40) | | |
| Skid plate (one) ($50) | | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass ($25) | | |
| Conversation mirror ($25) | | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse ($25) | | |
| Xenon HID headlights ($500) | | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Active rear differential ($500) | | |
| Lockable rear differential ($150) | | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls ($100) | | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates ($100) | | |
| Heated second row ($200) | | |
| Manual fore-aft second row ($75) | | |
| Manual height, passenger first row ($50) | | |
| Power height, passenger first row ($100) | | |
| Power tilt, passenger first row ($100) | | |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$545 | -$0 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Acura MDX vs. Honda PilotThese are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | MDX | Pilot |
| Trim | Base | Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $48,615 | $41,105 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$545 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $48,070 | $41,105 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $44,642 | $37,287 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$500 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $44,142 | $37,287 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | Pilot Touring 4dr SUV | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $6,965 | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $6,855 | |
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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 include 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.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.
