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Volvo XC90 vs. Acura MDX
At a Glance: XC90 vs. MDX
When luxury meets comfort, interior space, and technology, the result is a sublime ride that redefines luxury. This is what you get in the Volvo XC90 and the Acura MDX. Even with that in mind, you’ll still have to make the choice for your jet-setting drives around Detroit, West Bloomfield, or Northville, MI.
Here at LaFontaine Volvo of Farmington Hills, we help drivers like you make the choice. In this comparison of the Volvo XC90 vs. Acura MDX, you’ll get a closer look at what each vehicle offers.
PASSENGERS
7 | 7
XC90 vs MDX
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER
455 HP | 355 HP
XC90 vs MDX
EPA-ESTIMATED MPG
22 city /28 highway* | 19 city /25 highway
XC90 vs MDX
See the Difference for Yourself
Select a category below to learn more about how the Volvo XC90 compares to the Acura MDX.
INTERIOR
In a luxury vehicle, you expect superior comfort. Both the Volvo XC90 and the Acura MDX offer seating for seven passengers, so everyone can come along for the ride. Even in the back row, all your passengers will have the room they need to stretch out their legs and get comfortable.
Sumptuous Cabin Comforts
Both SUVs offer plenty of interior amenities that can enhance the drive for both you and your passengers. No matter how long your drive, everyone will be thankful for the top-notch interior.
Each model comes with available leather seating for optimal comfort. The Volvo XC90 offers a standard 4-zone climate system to help everyone get cozy. The Acura MDX only offers a 3-zone climate control system.
Another luxury feature in the Volvo XC90 is the crystal gearshift knob by Orrefors®. It’s handcrafted from a piece of solid crystal that truly sets the XC90 apart. This is also your control to the 8-speed Geartronic™ automatic transmission, helping you maintain a smooth ride.
Top-Notch Audio
The Volvo XC90 has an available Bowers & Wilkins high-fidelity audio system with 19 speakers, complementing a smooth ride with smooth tunes. An available ELS Studio® Signature Edition Premium Audio System can be found in the Acura MDX, which features up to 25 speakers!
However, what’s special about the Volvo’s system is its Room Transformation technology. You can choose from four different Room Modes—Studio, Individual Stage, Concert Hall, or Jazz Club—to invoke the environment and listening experience you crave.
SAFETY
Another important quality of your luxury ride is advanced safety. The Volvo XC90 and the Acura MDX both come with safety and driver-assistive features that can help. That way, you can feel secure and confident on your way to your destination. From standard technologies to available features, you’ll want to check out what these two SUVs can do.
Safety That Sees Everything
Both vehicles include common features like BLIS™ (Blind Spot Information System), Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Keeping Aid, and Adaptive Cruise Control. The Volvo XC90 also comes with the WHIPS™ whiplash injury protection system, which activates when a rear-end collision occurs.
Connected Safety
The biggest difference here? The XC90 goes above and beyond with more advanced features like Connected Safety. The XC90 can transmit information about bad weather, hazards, or poor road conditions with other intelligently connected vehicles. The MDX, unfortunately, doesn’t convey this level of information.
PERFORMANCE
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Both vehicles offer various engine options and can provide an all-wheel drive (AWD) system for more controlled driving in tougher conditions. The AWD systems will also come in handy if you ever take the road less traveled. However, performance isn’t just about control. It’s also about efficiency. Which SUV will prove to be a fuel saver?
Efficient Yet Fast
The Volvo XC90 also stands out when it comes to fuel economy. It gets an EPA-estimated 22 city/28 highway MPG.* The all-wheel drive configuration of the Acura MDX only gets an EPA-estimated 19 city/25 highway MPG.
However, this is just the beginning of fuel conservation for the Volvo.
Upgrade and Go Hybrid
The Volvo XC90 and the Acura MDX also offer advanced powertrains. For instance, the Volvo XC90 Recharge—this SUV’s plug-in hybrid counterpart—features a powertrain that reaches up to 455 horsepower!
The Acura MDX is available with a 3.0L V6 engine that cranks out 355 horsepower! While this horsepower will provide plenty of oomph, the Volvo’s available plug-in hybrid model will help you conserve fuel and keep on cruising.
Which One Will You Choose?
Ready to see the Volvo XC90 for yourself? Visit us today at LaFontaine Volvo of Farmington Hills and take a test drive. See how this vehicle can make a difference for you on the roads of Detroit, West Bloomfield, or Northville, MI.
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Shop Volvo XC90 Value Your Trade Apply for Financing Schedule a Test Drive* EPA estimated range is 22 MPG city/28 MPG highway/25 MPG combined. Your actual mileage will vary for many reasons, including but not limited to, driving conditions, how and where you drive, how you maintain your vehicle, battery-package/condition, and other factors. See www.fueleconomy.gov.