Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Acura MDX than the Audi Q7.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Acura MDX and the Audi Q7.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura MDX as you will with the Audi Q7, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Acura MDX or the Audi Q7, it's going to cost you about the same.
Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. Both the Acura MDX and the Audi Q7 have similar Destination Charges.
Dimensions
The Acura MDX is about the same width as the Audi Q7.
When looking at overall length, the Acura MDX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Audi Q7.
Drivetrain
With similar torque, the Acura MDX and the Audi Q7 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.
Handling
The Acura MDX has a smaller turning radius than the Audi Q7, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Audi Q7 is clearly the choice over the Acura MDX for pulling heavy loads.
The Acura MDX has a little more horsepower than the Audi Q7.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura MDX and the Audi Q7.
With the Acura MDX, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Audi Q7.
Warranty
The Acura MDX comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Audi Q7.
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Cash Back Rebate: | Visit Rebate Center | Visit Rebate Center |
Low APR Loan: | -- | -- |
Lease Incentive: | -- | -- |
City MPG: | 18 - 20 | 19 |
Highway MPG: | 26 - 27 | N/A |
Engine(s): | V-6 | Inline-4, V-6 |
Seating Capacity: | 6 - 7 | 7 |
Basic Warranty: | 4 years/50,000 miles | 4 years/50,000 miles |
Overall Safety Rating ![]() Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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Frontal Crash Rating ![]() Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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Side Crash Rating ![]() Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries. Read an article on the current NHTSA crash test program. |
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Invoice*: | $41,493 - $55,031 | $46,408 - $52,452 |
Days on Lot measures the average number of days a model sits on a dealer's lot before it's sold. This is one predictor of a dealer's willingness to negotiate.
Monthly Trend for:
2018 Acura MDX
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Monthly Trend for:
2018 Audi Q7
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*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.