Lexus RX vs Acura MDX - What's a better Buy? Comparison, Interior, Exterior 

Recently purchased a 2022 MDX after doing a ton at homework, the real comparison would be an RX 350 L, dicontinued on 2022, still Acura inside is much better than the Lexus in my opinion

Wow I'm sorry to hear about your previous experience with another brand, but happy to hear that you ended up in a Lexus!!

Was Acura reliable for you? Sometimes those car repair dealers are shady. I deal with that at infinit too

As I said I was a bona fide Acura owner but this car was a pos. Under the extended warranty the main computer, starter, rear shocks/struts, wiper motor and a front end component were all replaced at what would have been almost $8k in repairs. A neighbor of mine who was also a long term Acura owner recently switched to Lexus due to maintenance and dealer service…personally, my family and I are done with any Honda products so

Having the previous owners of both Lexus and Acuras. I can handle Lexus as far and above Acura in terms of customer service. That’s not to say that the service department it’s always good. It’s determined by the dealership.

1-2 years and Honda drop to 4 cylinder as well hybrid or turbo. EPA regulations- manufacturers can’t do anything. If v 6 in Honda have engine management system and cylinder deactivation it’s not good engine. Otherwise Acura looks better and think it’s bigger. But in other hand Lexus/Toyota sells way more vehicles then Honda/ Acura.

Thank you so much for saying that!! I'm definitely planning on doing more comparisons like this one soon! As for the RX 500H that is a great choice! I'm finding the trade values on NX 300 are still pretty good right now too, so that should work out in your favor as well!

not mention the MDX Type S has a 3rd row of seating and sounds a lot better with the turbo V6.

Thanks for saying that and for watching!! I do appreciate the competing brands and try to stay unbiased. I DO ALSO WISH that we had massaging seats and air ride in the RX as well! Maybe Lexus will add those later on!

Thanks for the continued support!! I love the bike in your picture as well!

I've had Acuras and currently own a Lexus. Dealership experience from Lexus is way better than Acura's. Not saying Acura's service is bad. And resale value, again Lexus takes it. Great brands and cars but Lexus is a few steps ahead I would say. No experience with infiniti.

I test drove a MDX fully loaded before buying the Lexus. I loves the removable seat and the cargo space in the trunk. What turned me off was the non hybrid option and how poor fuel economy I would get. If Acura had the MDX hybrid I would have probably gotten one. I did buy the Rx hybrid.

@@juanmateus8560 Yeah MDX redesigned the 2022 onwards and it became heavier,spacious than the older gen ,so its given it will affect mileage..for sure they will address that with incoming update in 2025 model year. I’m not into hybrid and I don’t worry much with gas mileage…hybrid car don’t have the feeling of engagement for me and probably expensive to repair later on compared to traditional engine set up. I’m heavy footed too and wanting a more spirited driving and hybrid system for me won’t be advantageous as probably I won’t use the system efficiently. Over all I’m happy with our Aspec ‘22..so comfortable ride in long drive and yet rewarding if you push it around and the suspension was so engaging knowing its a heavy SUV.

Thank you for that!! By all means feel free to reach out to me anytime to talk about GX! You are more than welcome to email me at Dustin.mason@performance.ca

Thanks for the continued support!

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Me personally would go for the RX 350 for sure! I do really like some of the Range rovers, but they do depreciate quite quickly for some reason which makes me nervous. Either one is a great choice that I'm sure you will love, however my vote would be the RX FSport!

@@PerformanceLexusNiagara thank you very much, am buying the 2022 rx350 maximum 20,000 mileage

Range Rovers are endless money pits. If you want to make friends with your mechanic that is the car for you.

Both are bought by soccer moms no? Demographic split by wealth is probably a better indicator than split by gender.

It is not as capable as the Subaru or the Audi.

Thanks for the details! Yes I know what you mean about the suspension in the MDX! Thanks for watching!

I learned all about belts and chains today, so thank you for your comment. It sounds like either can fail, but most do not have to worry about it till after 100,000 miles. I learn so much from the comments. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-c0aLN4PbCzw.html

I wouldn't care if the car lasts if you are buying in this price range.​@@tomaskroupakkfoto4132

That antique V6 with timing belt will outrun any turbo charged Toyota.

I have the 2024 MDX Advanced and surprisingly I was good with the shifter in about 3 days. It's a beautiful car. I had a Lexus ES350 for 8 years, so it was hard to leave Lexus when I wanted to move to an SUV. Driving a V6 versus a 4 cylinder is night and day, and that is why I bought an the Acura.

Pretty much all vehicles have drive by wire shifters. Acura just realized it is more realistic having buttons for more space compared to fake shifter that does exact same function.

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Hmm it could be the front end for sure!

Lexus has the best resale value. Won't be even remotely close to 25k in 2 years...not even 5 years. RX 350 would still be at 65% value in 5 years.

Hybrid is definitely the hot topic in our lineup these days for sure! Thanks for watching!

Same here. I own a 19 MDX Sport Hybrid and probably switch to Lexus if Acura still skips a hybrid option in the next 3-5 years.

That's exactly why I didn't get the MDX. No hybrid option. I actually liked the MDX more than the Rx but the no hybrid option was a deal breaker. Went with the Rx.

the entire car looks woman