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Acura MDX vs. BMW X5
On this site: compare the Acura MDX and BMW X5 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 BMW X5. Including:
- Price Comparison
- Invoice Comparison
- Feature Comparison
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Specifications Comparison | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | MDX | X5 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 | 115.5 |
| Length | 191.6 | 191.2 |
| Width | 78.5 | 76.1 |
| Height | 66.2 | 69.9 |
| Curb Weight | 4550 | 5291 |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.0 | 22.5 |
| R1 Headroom | 39.2 | 39.3 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 61.6 | 60.0 |
| R1 Hip Room | 59.0 | |
| R1 Legroom | 41.2 | 40.0 |
| R2 Headroom | 38.6 | 39.0 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 61.5 | 58.0 |
| R2 Hip Room | 59.1 | |
| R2 Legroom | 38.7 | 36.6 |
| R3 Headroom | 37.5 | |
| R3 Shoulder Room | 57.1 | |
| R3 Hip Room | 42.0 | |
| R3 Legroom | 29.1 | |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 | 7.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 | 21.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 | 61.8 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Acura MDX vs. BMW X5The 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 | X5 |
| Trim | Base | xDrive50i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,230 | $58,400 |
| Adaptive Drive | $3,500 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $2,400 | |
| Advance Package | $9,625 | |
| Entertainment Package | $1,900 | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | $1,700 | |
| Heated front seats | $500 | |
| Heated second row | $350 | |
| Premium Package | $2,200 | |
| Premium Sound Package | $1,800 | |
| Rear Climate Package | $900 | |
| Sport Activity Package | $2,200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Technology Package | $2,800 | |
| Third-row seat | $1,700 | |
| Total options | $11,525 | $20,050 |
| Destination | $810 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Price | $54,565 | $79,325 |
| Lowest Net Price | MDX 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $24,760 | |
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Invoice Comparison : Acura MDX vs. BMW X5Dealer 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 | X5 |
| Trim | Base | xDrive50i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Invoice | $38,776 | $53,910 |
| Adaptive Drive | $3,185 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $2,185 | |
| Advance Package | $8,728 | |
| Entertainment Package | $1,723 | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | $1,545 | |
| Heated front seats | $455 | |
| Heated second row | $320 | |
| Premium Package | $2,000 | |
| Premium Sound Package | $1,640 | |
| Rear Climate Package | $820 | |
| Sport Activity Package | $2,000 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Technology Package | $2,550 | |
| Third-row seat | $1,545 | |
| Total options | $10,451 | $18,245 |
| Destination | $810 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 |
| Net Invoice | $50,037 | $73,030 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | MDX 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | $22,993 | |
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Feature Comparison : Acura MDX vs. BMW X5Adjusts 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 | X5 |
| Trim | Base | xDrive50i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp V6 | 400hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 ($1100) | T8 ($1300) |
| Drivetrain | AWD ($1700) | AWD ($1700) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 16 / 21 | 14 / 19 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 255/50-19 | 255/50-19 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 410, 10 | 600, 16 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet ($100) |  |  |
| Adaptive cruise control ($850) | | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed ($1450) | |  |
| Brake energy regeneration system ($0) | |  |
| Electronic systems calibration selector ($200) | | |
| Sunshades, second row ($125) | | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed ($150) | | |
| Blind spot warning system ($200) | | |
| Compact spare tire ($75) | | |
| Distance alert ($50) | | |
| Hill descent control ($250) | | |
| Obstacle detection, front ($150) | | |
| Obstacle detection, rear ($250) | | |
| Radar- or laser-based collision preparation system ($500) | | |
| Side curtain airbags ($350) | | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows ($500) | | |
| Tires, run-flat ($150) | | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition net ($40) | | |
| Cargo area rails / tracks w/tie downs ($50) | | |
| Cargo cover ($75) | | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate ($150) | | |
| Overhead sunglass holder ($25) | | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Automatic air recirculation ($100) | | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player ($0) | | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted ($1000) | | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted ($1000) | | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles ($15) | | |
| High-definition radio ($250) | | |
| iPod integration ($150) | | |
| Media hard drive ($200) | | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control ($125) | | |
| Rear HVAC unit ($400) | | |
| Residual heat ($100) | | |
| Satellite radio ($200) | | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription ($300) | | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar ($300) | | |
| Traffic information system ($200) | | |
| Travel information system ($300) | | |
| USB port ($150) | | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit (gray/black) ($250) | | |
| Bodyside moldings ($75) | | |
| Panoramic sunroof ($1200) | | |
| Sunroof ($900) | | |
| Wheel-lip moldings ($75) | | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror ($75) | | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror ($75) | | |
| Compass ($25) | | |
| Cornering lights ($25) | | |
| Power-folding mirrors ($50) | | |
| Steering-linked headlights ($250) | | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Active rear differential ($500) | | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled first row ($300) | | |
| Door sill trim plates ($100) | | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats ($300) | | |
| Manual fore-aft second row ($75) | | |
| Manual thigh support, driver first row ($50) | | |
| Manual thigh support, passenger first row ($50) | | |
| Power headrest, driver first row ($50) | | |
| Power headrest, passenger first row ($50) | | |
| Power lumbar, 4-way, driver first row ($150) | | |
| Power lumbar, 4-way, passenger first row ($150) | | |
| Power lumbar, driver first row ($100) | | |
| Wood trim ($300) | | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active stabilizer bars ($500) | | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling ($400) | | |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$0 | -$3,555 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Acura MDX vs. BMW X5These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | MDX | X5 |
| Trim | Base | xDrive50i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $54,565 | $79,325 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$0 | -$3,555 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $54,565 | $75,770 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $50,037 | $73,030 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$0 | -$3,273 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $50,037 | $69,757 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | MDX 4dr SUV | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $21,205 | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $19,720 | |
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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.
