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The MDX has a MUCH better driving experience than the TX. The Double wishbone front suspension alone is much more sophisticated than the TX. I’m not sure what they were thinking when judging these.
I expected the MDX, X5, or GV80 to be #1 so I'm really surprised the TX won. Maybe it's one of those cars that feels a lot nicer in person than the pictures. However, from what I've seen in reviews and in pictures, it doesn't look that much nicer than a Grand HIghlander and feels too Toyota.
X5 doesn’t even belong on this list, if you look at the title, this list is for 3-rows, the X5 is a 2-row, as much as I dislike the GLE, it makes sense to put the GLE on this list as Mercedes offers an optional 3rd row
Lexus is made by Toyota. It's their luxury brand. I do agree that Lexus should have made their vehicles feel more luxurious. They should have done something interior wise to make them stand apart from their regular Toyota Grand Highlander models. Consumers can just save money and buy the Grand Highlaander.
@@annettegiron786 Lexus been ditching their old beautiful interiors with wood everywhere in favor of cheap plastics, gloss black, and trying to add some extra tech without going overboard, and the result is a car that just doesn’t look much nicer than its mainstream relative, while there are no performance gains being same platform, engines, everything.
As much as I love my mom’s 2023 MDX Advance, the TX definitely deserved 1st place on this list. The TX is the one to buy if you’re going to use the 3rd row regularly however for us the MDX is a better choice as we rarely use the 3rd row, like the wood trim in the MDX, like the N/A V6 in the MDX, and like the driving dynamics of the MDX (best part of the MDX over the TX). I do feel the MDX should’ve got a 2 in the space category though (3rd row has decent room, but it’s def tight compared to something like a Lexus TX, trunk is large though). Also IMO the Acadia Denali doesn’t belong on this list. It just doesn’t seem luxurious to me. You guys should’ve def put the top-trim Mazda CX90 on this list though, that’s a true luxury SUV. I feel like the MDX, TX, and CX90 are the top 3 choices for a Japanese luxury SUV, new QX60 is a chronically sad joke from my experience as it drives poorly. Between the CX90, MDX, and TX, I think the CX90 is best for sportiness, TX is the best for comfort, MDX is a blend of the two. TX is ofc the way to go if you’re going to use the 3rd row regularly however, I just wish the TX used more wood trim and better ambient lighting.
The Aviator looks the best out of all these and drives best and has 400hp. It would be my choice for sure. Then the Genesis then the Acura. Most of these dont even have a plethora of colors to choose from especially BMW, Mercedes, Volvo etc....black gray white silver
You need to do a kennel test. A lot of people have dog kennels and want to know what size kennels will fit in the back with the third row folded down. The three most popular sized kennels are the RuffLand X-Large, Large, and Intermediate sizes. I am shopping for a SUV and need to know what size kennel will fit in the back. Also, If the back lid will close properly. If the folded down third seat is flat enough to hold the kennel without rocking. And will the kennel fit lengthwise or sideways with a side door entrance option. It would be REALLY nice if you could do a kennel size fitting test on SUVs since nobody else is doing this and this would be a great way to show the amount of space you actually have in the back of each SUV. Hope you do this, since this is a huge buying factor for people with dogs and kennels.
I'm not sure one can give the #1 spot in the 'Best Luxury Midsize' category to a vehicle that you rank 2.5 for the Luxury category... The very essence of buying in this segment are the 'Luxury' features. Lexus, while being a very nice vehicle, has been living in the middle of the segment for awhile now. So far as materials used inside the cabin, how far you have to climb the trim levels to get to a Pano sunroof etc, it falls short from the #1 spot. It really belongs a ranking in the middle of the class. Appreciate your informative vlogs. I understand that your rankings are yours and are subjective. I just value the Luxury/Tech/ride portion more than space for example
As we said at the end, weight the categories as you see fit for your personal needs. These are just the 5 categories that most people in this class are looking for.
@@CarConfections While I understand that you are trying to develop a methodology for 'fair' analytical rankings, I believe that you need to tweak it a bit based on the category. For instance, vehicles in the 'Luxury Mid Sized' Best Of class should get a bonus factor for Luxury. Say a factor of 1.5-2.0 would allow for a better list just based on the category name. Just one persons opinion of course. Again, your channel is very well done. Just a suggestion for a tweak in the future.
Very useful video. I'm a subscriber and I appreciate your content. I have a Cadillac XT6 and watched this video to decide if I want to maybe get a different mid-size 3 row SUV. Although I don't have any complaints of my XT6. Thanks guys!
Thanks and so glad we could help! We are hoping Cadillac will put out an updated or redesigned XT6 soon (in addition to the electric Vistiq coming soon)
When I first got a Mdx it was a 2017 technology awd and granted its not a sports suv and yes the throttle respond might be a bit slow but when driven in sport mode it does the job 😅put it in comfort and drives smooth it’s definitely not for everyone
@carconfections help! I have been trying to figure out the best third row suv, second row captains seat, saddle brown baseball glove interior seats out there $75-85k max. My husband is 6’3 and I’m 5”2.. we almost settled on the 2024 Infiniti 80 then the new one is so different but out of budget. Any thought? Love your channel!
Great comparison and great video as usual. Please may you make a similar comparison of the “non luxury vehicles”. I am most interested in the Hyundai Palisade because I am serious considering buying one. Thank you.
Thanks! Here's our current list (ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-mN0IcVPT1XI.htmlsi=FDyU5CICPpaGk_b1) and we look forward to updating it again for 2025 model year in a few months 👍
@@CarConfections Thank you so much. Now I feel much better trading in my 2020 Grand Cherokee Overland for the 2024 Palisade Calligraphy AWD. I really wanted the wireless CarPlay but that may be coming in the next refresh for the model 2026. There is no wireless CarPlay for next year according to Kia Hyundai RU-vid channel.
Have to second guess you on the TX being number one for its reliability. The Indiana made TX and Grand Highlander have both been pulled from the market till September or latter due to faulty deploying air bags. I was going to buy one but I will have to get something else to go on my trips in August/September. Maybe I will get a used 4Runner Limited🤔🤔🤔. They can go anywhere and look very similar to the GX550 for half the cost.
Excellent review but you missed one key feature for determining the score which is the exterior design. I am also surprised to see X5 reliability higher than the Merc.
I feel like the Q7 and MDX deserved higher scores (although I do think the Q7 suffers a bit from a practicality standpoint compared to other 3-rows but it doesn’t seem to me that they are factoring this into their scores)
I honestly think the all new GMC Acadia should’ve been #1 as it offers the best combination of reliability, resale value, luxury, space, and class leading technology. It’s also got a very powerful 4-cylinder engine that makes more power than the base TX 4-cylinder. The Lexus falls behind the all-new Acadia Denali tremendously in the luxury department, while the Acura is leaps and bounds behind GMC in the technology category. The Acadia isn’t as sporty as the BMW, Mercedes or Genesis but they aren’t nearly as spacious in the third row or practical for cargo behind it as the Acadia. The GMC has the most upscale exterior styling and the better well rounded vehicle for $65k imo.
@@MediaRoom728 problem for who, Lexus? Acura? Infiniti? *GMC* doesn’t have any problems. Their new Acadia looks more upscale than all of the offerings from the Japanese luxury brands, it’s far more luxurious than the TX, and has better technology than both the MDX & TX. GMC’s ATP is substantially above that of Lexus and they’ve also surpassed them in reliability as of Feb. 2024. The numbers actually show the higher the price point, the more desirable around town ‘GMC’ is over Lexus.
Really like these comparison videos and ranking videos. Not sure top spot belongs to the Lexus here but then again I haven’t been in this one so there’s that. I’d love a ranking of luxury suv, non 3 row with a lower cost value. I’m not sure if that would still mid sized to sub compact. But I’d love to see close to a 5 in all areas, like the BMW and Mercedes but high on reliability too. 3rd row and cargo is less of interest… you know for the people who don’t drive around kids.
Loved your review and style, it was the first time I wathed your video. I have a question, why did you miss talking about the Pallisade, Telluride, CX-90 or Atlas. Atlas would have scored really well on those 5 parameters
Based on the recent reviews I have been watching, only the qx80 has really been updated and gotten good reviews. The journalists consider everything else from Infiniti as being outdated.
@@kevinthant2952 which is sad to say the case right now for most automotive “journalists”. Anything that comes out of Toyota, Lexus, Honda, & Acura gets a high score.
@@rknight8357yeah um no. The QX60 was recently redesigned from the inside out and the tech is actually very up to date. Just another case of these brand biased reviewers getting paid by the manufacturers
Besides not having a more powerful engine option, the QX60 is on par with the MDX. I really can’t understand how the MDX gets a pass with all of the piano black trim inside AND not having any AC vents on the 3rd row. I think the QX60 is nicer inside and has more family friendly features. I know people/reviewers rave about the MDXs handling, but I doubt most people that buy it do so for THAT reason.
I’ve said this before. I have a 2020 BMW X5 and I love it. I would BUY A 2025 But you canNOT get the B&W audio in the X5 anymore withOUT getting the M model. Insane.
Yeah but the H/K in the newer cars is MUCH better than the H/K in the previous ones. My dad had a 2020 5-series with H/K and we test drove 2 2024 X5s and a 2025 X5 (all of which had H/K), the H/K in the newer BMWs is def superior (and by a wide margin). We will be getting a X5 of our own later this year.
@@joshuakarp2586 your welcome! I also feel like BMW build quality has improved as our 5-series had a few slightly creaky interior trim pieces (not deal breaking levels of creaking unlike some Mercedes tbf) where as the X5s (along with many other new BMWs) we looked at had top-notch build quality (just like a Japanese vehicle or a Porsche)
It simply gets high scores in 4 out of 5 of the most important categories. As stated in the video, if luxury is your number one concern the TX scores lower than its rivals in this regard
When I see TX is number one, I’m happy, because my top specs cx90 beats its in almost every category except space, it’s only 55k and “non-luxury”, obviously it won’t make the list. I parked next to my neighbor’s X3, I often wonder, at the same price, who is the real BMW.
Even though i have 2020 Lexus es350, i am disappointed at TX being at the top of the list. Plug in or hybrid doesn't matter it looks like a bus and drives like one too. Georgetown built Lexus are crap. I know how well i have one. Only + is that sweet NA V6 other than that Nothing solid when comparing to Japanese built Toyota and Lexus.
XC90 is garbage, MDX is amazing but less space than the TX, Acadia Denali and X5 didn’t belong on this list (X5 is 2-row, Acadia doesn’t seem luxurious), CX90 should’ve def been on this list though
You need another category - Maintenance/Servicing. Unfortunately both the Benz and BMW would score a one! Most expensive servicing and parts out there! Most people that drive these just lease them or are very rich.
@@jeffsena9140 These BMW maintenance programs cover all factory-recommended maintenance(oil changes, wheels rotated, fluid changes;etc), not major engine issues and parts. 💰💰💰 Warranties are only as good as the company that backs them. I had a Honda Odyssey with a VCM engine. The VCM caused the engine to misfire which is common. American Honda voided my full powertrain warranty claiming the VCM is not covered. I sued them for forty thousand and one. Took over a year. After I won I fixed the engine myself with a 60 dollar VCM blocker. American Honda could not install or even mention to me to use a VCM blocker since it would void the billions they get from the government for increased mileage gained using the VCM designed engine. Never buy a 6 cylinder Honda with a VCM and NEVER TRUST YOUR FACTORY CAR WARRANTY.
They are missing the Subaru Accent, 4Runner, the base Audi Q7, Kia Telluride, Hyundai Palisade, Mazda CX-90, Hyundai Santa Fe, Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, and Volkswagen Atlas.
The grand Cherokee was in the list bro Also the other cars are just not too good enough for the list or they didn’t classify as luxury maybe. They could have maybe not reviewed the car hence they couldn’t put them in the list. Anyways thanks a lot for this list.
@@boricua4052 Interior is easily the worst of these imo and they did bad in recent crash test and despite Toyota being known for reliability the tx and grand highlander have actually been recalled. If I had to pick a Lexus suv the GX is cooler than the TX
Lexus is no longer the special brand that it used to be. There is very little difference between most of the new Lexus models and the Toyota models for anywhere from $10-$20,000 more.
Heaven forbid Lexus for redesigning the GX and introducing the TX for 2024/25. People have lost their minds. We've had the GX in the same style for HOW MANY years? Certainly, you have one already, right? Lol 😂 The new GX is sporty, sleek, fresh, and new. It's still VERY NICE. You still feel the LEXUS when in it. I'm sure Toyota has heard your cries and felt your tears, and with that, I'm SURE they will PLUSH it up for you in 2025. Drive it! Videos don't give you all that it's got. 😉
I can afford to buy any of these SUV's but I'm choosing the Acura MDX. I'm deciding between the new model or getting a 2024 model since I'm not fond of the touch-screen or the new B&O audio system (I've heard them both and the ELS is superior). The Mercedes is nice, but I plan to keep this vehicle for many years so no way I'm buying German.
The title says "BEST Luxury Midsize 3-Row SUV's" . I'm curious of why the BMW X5 on the list? It is only has 2 rows. You should have rated the X7 instead of the X5.
I really don’t agree with your top 5 , thé space is the last thing people will care so the Lexus should not be at No1 . I don’t know why America is just too much of Lexus or Toyota lover. The GLE QND X5 10 times better than the Lexus and the European versions of those cars more reliable than the USA ones I think !!!
Believe us, in America people care about space. Neither of us have kids so we would put X5's in our driveways, but space and reliability have to be considered by popular demand
I like these cars and I wouldn’t be mad if my boo got me that Lexus but Lexus is for old people tho!!!! Bimmer, Benz, and Bentleys are def better at cradling these donkalicious yams so my boo best step up that game!!!!!
With reliability and resale at the top of the list, there are really only two to pick from: Lexus or Acura. The rest will eat up your wallet with depreciation and crazy costs for the simple things like an oil change.
@@MediaRoom728Most people do, excluding the Jeep. You must be rambling solely based upon an outdated *brand perception.* GMC is ranked above Lexus in reliability as of Feb. 2024. Lexus and Toyota owners have been enjoying all of their recalls lately so I’m not sure what you mean.
@@G-Ratedthe delta between a similarly equipped Acura vs. Mercedes/BMW/Audi is like $20k. Very difficult to recoup that premium over the life of a car. Maintenance costs are also outrageous on the European cars compared to the Japanese.
The XT6 was released in 2020 and hasn’t been updated since. The other vehicles mentioned here are all new for either 2024 or are 2025 year models. The XT6 has been replaced by the Cadillac _VISTIQ_ which is fully electric.
