

Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Mini Convertible | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 97.1 in | 11.2 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 143.1 in | 48.5 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 66.5 in | 12 in |
Height | 68.2 in | 55.5 in | 12.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4550 lb. | 2855 lb. | 1695 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.4 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.6 in | 50.9 in | 10.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 0.0 in | 59 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.5 in | 39.0 in | 22.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 0.0 in | 59.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 27.5 in | 11.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 0.0 in | 37.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.1 in | 0.0 in | 57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.0 in | 0.0 in | 42 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.1 in | 0.0 in | 29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 40.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.9 ft3 | 4.2 | 38.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.5 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 79.3 ft3 |
2012 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |
2008 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |