Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX

2022 Honda Pilot vs. 2022 Acura MDX

2022 Honda Pilot Sport FWD Automatic

vs.

2022 Acura MDX FWD Automatic
$38,080 MSRP*

Price

$48,000 MSRP
7

Trims

6
Up to 152.9 cubic feet

Max Passenger Volume

Up to 139.1 cubic feet
7 to 8

Passenger Capacity

7
Available Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) AWD system

AWD System

Available Super Handling All-WHeel Drive™ (SH-AWD)
Up to 5,000 pounds

Towing Capacity

Up to 5,000 pounds

If you’re in the market for a new SUV around Sparta Twp, you might find yourself choosing between the MDX or Pilot. Both vehicles have all the latest technology, performance, and safety features; however, only one will be the right choice for you. Let’s look at some differences between the two with Sussex Honda today! For more information, feel free to contact us anytime!

2022 Pilot or MDX: Pricing & Trim Levels

One of the most important parts of buying a vehicle for Hackettstown drivers is price. Although the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX are respected vehicles with plenty of value, we feel that you get more bang for your buck with the Pilot. Let’s check out the trim levels and prices in more detail below:

Honda Pilot Pricing

  • 2022 Honda Pilot Sport: Starts at $38,080 MSRP*
  • 2022 Honda Pilot EX-L: Starts at $40,310 MSRP*
  • 2022 Honda Pilot Special Edition: Starts at $40,910 MSRP*
  • 2022 Honda Pilot TrailSport: Starts at $44,810 MSRP*
  • 2022 Honda Pilot Touring: Starts at $44,870 MSRP*
  • 2022 Honda Pilot Elite: Starts at $50,370 MSRP*
  • 2022 Honda Pilot Black Edition: Starts at $51,870 MSRP*

Acura MDX Pricing

  • 2022 Acura MDX w/ Standard Package: Starts at $48,000 MSRP
  • 2022 Acura MDX w/ Technology Package: Starts at $52,700 MSRP
  • 2022 Acura MDX w/ A-Spec® Package: Starts at $58,400 MSRP
  • 2022 Acura MDX w/ Advance Package: Starts at $61,950 MSRP
  • 2022 Acura MDX w/ Type S Package: Starts at $66,700 MSRP
  • 2022 Acura MDX w/ Type S Advance Package: Starts at $72,050 MSRP

As you can see, the Pilot does cost less in every trim level, making it more affordable without sacrificing the latest features.

2022 Pilot or MDX: Interior Dimensions

When it comes to interior dimensions, the Pilot is much roomier than the Acura MDX. Newton drivers who want plenty of room for passengers and cargo should go for the Pilot, although both SUVs have respectable interior dimensions. Let’s check out the interior dimensions of each below:

Honda Pilot Interior Dimensions:

  • Passenger Volume: Up to 152.9 cubic feet
  • Headroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 40.1 / 40.2 / 38.9 inches
  • Legroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 40.9 / 38.4 /31.9 inches
  • Shoulder Room (Front/Middle/Rear): 62.0 / 62.0 / 57.6 inches
  • Hiproom (Front/Middle/Rear): 59.1 / 57.3 / 44.6 inches
  • Cargo Volume Behind 3rd-Row: 16.5 / 18.5 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume Behind 2nd-Row: 46.8 / 55.9 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume Behind 1st-Row: 83.9 / 109.0 cubic feet

Acura MDX Interior Dimensions:

  • Passenger Volume: Up to 139.1 cubic feet
  • Headroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 38.5 / 38.1 / 36.2 inches
  • Legroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 41.6 / 38.5 / 29.1 inches
  • Shoulder Room (Front/Middle/Rear): 61.9 / 60.3 / 55.2 inches
  • Hiproom (Front/Middle/Rear): 59.3 / 57.8 / 40.6 inches
  • Cargo Volume Behind 3rd-Row: 16.3 / 18.1 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume Behind 2nd-Row: 39.1 / 48.4 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume Behind 1st-Row: 71.4 / 95.0 cubic feet

Find Your Next Vehicle at Sussex Honda Today!

So, which will it be, MDX or Pilot? Although you really can’t go wrong with both, we believe that the Pilot is the better value here. Therefore, come stop by Sussex Honda and check out our new vehicle inventory today! Stop by our finance center and get the buying process started, and be sure to use our new vehicle specials to save near Denville!

 

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