2019 Acura MDX vs. 2019 Honda Pilot

When looking for a full-size SUV that can handle the Milford roads with prowess, keep you and your passengers safe, and provide entertainment, the 2019 Acura MDX and 2019 Honda Pilot are good options. Though both provide plenty of convenience features as well as strong performances, only one pulls ahead. Compare them both below and find the one that’s best for you.

MDX vs. Pilot: Performance & Efficiency

Both AWD models are powered by a 3.5L V6 engine but when it comes to efficiency and power in your New Haven commute, here’s where the differences lie:

• Acura MDX
  • 9-speed automatic transmission
  • 290 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque
  • 20 mpg city/27 mpg highway*
• Honda Pilot
  • 6-speed automatic transmission
  • 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque
  • 19 mpg city/27 mpg highway*

MDX vs. Pilot: Luxury Features

Most of the convenience and high-tech features on the highest trims of the Pilot can be found in the base trim of the MDX. Drive in comfort and enjoy the luxury of the cabin without having to pay more. The Acura MDX features include:

• Sport seats with a premium leather-trimmed interior
• Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
• 8-speaker sound system
• HomeLink
• 12-way power front seats
• 50/50 split third-row seats
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• Up to 90.0 cubic feet of cargo room

MDX vs. Pilot: Safety Innovations

In each model, you’ll find a rearview camera, optional blind spot monitoring and safety suites that include tech such as lane departure warning and a collision mitigation braking system. The Pilot and the MDX have innovative safety technology to keep everyone safer, but when front crash test rated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the Acura MDX earned a five-star rating** whereas the Pilot only earned four stars.

Find an Acura MDX for Sale at Acura of Milford

Learn more about the 2019 Acura MDX SUV available colors, safety features, and more with Acura of Milford. Contact us to get behind the wheel of this high-tech SUV today. And don’t forget to browse our new vehicle specials as well as our certified pre-owned MDX inventory for a more affordable Acura luxury SUVs.

*2018 Model Images Shown