Two Premium SUVs, One Right Choice: 2026 Acura MDX vs. 2026 Lexus RX

Choosing between the 2026 Acura MDX and the 2026 Lexus RX comes down to what a luxury SUV needs to carry, and how far it needs to go. The MDX is built for larger households, with three rows for seven, a naturally aspirated V6, and standard SH-AWD in the Tech configuration. The RX is built for efficiency and refinement, with five seats, a turbocharged four-cylinder, and lower fuel-consumption figures. The starting prices in this comparison are $63,190* for the RX AWD and $71,175* for the MDX Tech SH-AWD. Here is how the two compare.

Seven Seats Change the MDX Equation

The biggest difference may have nothing to do with what is under the hood. The 2026 Acura MDX accommodates up to seven passengers, giving families a third row when extra seats become necessary. The 2026 Lexus RX is configured for five passengers, keeping its layout focused on two rows. That difference changes how each SUV fits into everyday life. The MDX provides additional seating flexibility for larger households and carpools, while the RX sticks with a more traditional two-row luxury SUV arrangement.

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V6 Power Meets Turbo Torque

The engines tell two very different stories. The Acura MDX uses a 3.5-litre V6 producing 290 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque. The Lexus RX uses a smaller 2.4-litre turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 275 horsepower and a stronger 317 lb-ft of torque. That gives the Acura a 15-horsepower advantage in the supplied specifications, while the Lexus delivers 50 lb-ft more torque. Both come with all-wheel drive in the configurations compared here.

RX Makes Fewer Fuel Stops

The smaller turbo engine shows its advantage when fuel consumption enters the conversation. The Lexus RX is rated at 11.2 L/100 km in the city and 8.3 L/100 km on the highway. The Acura MDX is rated at 12.6 L/100 km city and 9.4 L/100 km highway. Those figures give the RX lower consumption in both driving environments, while the MDX balances its higher fuel use with the output and character of its six-cylinder engine.

Two Luxury SUVs With Different Priorities

The 2026 Acura MDX vs 2026 Lexus RX comparison becomes more interesting because neither follows exactly the same formula. The MDX stretches the luxury SUV concept toward family versatility with its seven-passenger capacity and three-row configuration. The RX stays smaller in passenger capacity but delivers 317 lb-ft of torque from its turbocharged engine and uses less fuel according to the supplied EnerGuide figures.

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