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Acura MDX vs. Lexus RX
On this site: compare the Acura MDX and Lexus RX in terms of:
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Acura MDX and Lexus RX. 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 | RX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 | 107.9 |
| Length | 191.6 | 187.8 |
| Width | 78.5 | 74.2 |
| Height | 66.2 | 66.3 |
| Curb Weight | 4550 | 4510 |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 | 19.2 |
| R1 Headroom | 39.2 | 39.1 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 61.6 | 58.0 |
| R1 Hip Room | 59.0 | 55.6 |
| R1 Legroom | 41.2 | 43.1 |
| R2 Headroom | 38.6 | 37.7 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 61.5 | 57.6 |
| R2 Hip Room | 59.1 | 54.5 |
| R2 Legroom | 38.7 | 36.8 |
| R3 Headroom | 37.5 | |
| R3 Shoulder Room | 57.1 | |
| R3 Hip Room | 42.0 | |
| R3 Legroom | 29.1 | |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 | 40.0 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 | 40.0 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 | 80.3 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Acura MDX vs. Lexus RXThe 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 | RX |
| Trim | Base | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,230 | $37,975 |
| AWD | $1,400 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $1,500 | |
| Advance Package | $9,625 | |
| Comfort Package | $1,950 | |
| Entertainment Package | $1,900 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $2,540 | |
| Mark Levinson 330W 15 speakers | $1,610 | |
| Navigation Package | $2,465 | |
| Premium Package | $2,400 | |
| Sport Package | $1,300 | |
| Unbranded 12 speakers | $610 | |
| Total options | $11,525 | $15,775 |
| Destination | $810 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Price | $54,565 | $54,625 |
| Lowest Net Price | MDX 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $60 | |
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Invoice Comparison : Acura MDX vs. Lexus RXDealer 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 | RX |
| Trim | Base | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Invoice | $38,776 | $34,366 |
| AWD | $1,267 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $1,200 | |
| Advance Package | $8,728 | |
| Comfort Package | $1,560 | |
| Entertainment Package | $1,723 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $2,032 | |
| Mark Levinson 330W 15 speakers | $1,243 | |
| Navigation Package | $2,085 | |
| Premium Package | $2,028 | |
| Sport Package | $1,040 | |
| Unbranded 12 speakers | $488 | |
| Total options | $10,451 | $12,943 |
| Destination | $810 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Invoice | $50,037 | $48,184 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | RX 350 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $1,853 | |
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Feature Comparison : Acura MDX vs. Lexus RXAdjusts 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 | RX |
| Trim | Base | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp V6 | 275hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 ($1100) | T6 ($1100) |
| Drivetrain | AWD ($1700) | AWD ($1700) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 16 / 21 | 18 / 24 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 255/50-19 | 235/55-19 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 410, 10 | 330, 15 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless access and ignition ($250) |  |  |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist ($0) | | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed ($150) |  | |
| Blind spot warning system ($200) | | |
| Distance alert ($50) | | |
| Knee bag, driver ($100) | | |
| Knee bag, passenger ($100) | | |
| Laminated side glass ($300) | | |
| Rear side airbags ($300) | | |
| Side curtain airbags ($350) | | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows ($500) | | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover ($75) | | |
| Roof rails ($250) | | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Automatic air recirculation ($100) | | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming ($100) | | |
| CD changer, in-dash ($325) | | |
| CD player ($125) | | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player ($0) | | |
| DVD-compatible player ($0) | | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens ($1200) | |  |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted ($1000) | | |
| Media hard drive ($200) | | |
| Rear air vents ($100) | | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls ($250) | | |
| Rear HVAC unit ($400) | | |
| Traffic information system ($200) | | |
| Travel information system ($300) | | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass ($15) | | |
| Exterior | ||
| Rear bumper protector ($40) | | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror ($75) | | |
| Auto-dimming headlights ($200) | | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror ($75) | | |
| Compass ($25) | | |
| Steering-linked headlights ($250) | | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Active rear differential ($500) | | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls ($100) | | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding third row ($600) | | |
| Heated second row ($200) | | |
| Manual fore-aft second row ($75) | | |
| Power lumbar, passenger first row ($100) | | |
| Wood trim ($300) | | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive shocks - electrical ($750) | | |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$420 | -$0 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Acura MDX vs. Lexus RXThese are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | MDX | RX |
| Trim | Base | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $54,565 | $54,625 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$420 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $54,145 | $54,625 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $50,037 | $48,184 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$385 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $49,652 | $48,184 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price | MDX 4dr SUV | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $480 | |
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice | RX 350 4dr SUV | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $1,468 | |
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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.
