2021 Honda Pilot vs. 2021 Acura MDX

Compare the 2021 Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX and you’ll find the Honda matches its luxury class equivalent in most ways. We’ve crunched the numbers and matched up features on your behalf, so read on to find out how they compare on:

• Price Options
• Power and MPG
• Space and Features

Pilot vs. MDX: Price Options

Standard and top-tier 2021 Honda Pilot price options include:

• 2021 Honda Pilot LX FWD: Priced at $32,250 MSRP*
• 2021 Honda Pilot Black Edition: Priced at $49,920 MSRP*

Standard and top-tier 2020 Acura MDX price options include:

• 2020 Acura MDX Standard Package FWD: Priced at $44,500 MSRP*
• 2020 Acura MDX Entertainment with Advance Package SH-AWD®: Priced at $60,250 MSRP*

The Acura MDX starts far higher, but does it offer technology and performance to justify that jump in price?

Pilot vs. MDX: Power and MPG

Both the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX provide a V6 powerhouse across all trims, but the Acura gets only marginally higher specs. You’ll make:

• Up to 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque with the Honda Pilot
• Up to 290 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque with the Acura MDX

Each offer up to 5,000 lbs. of towing, plus the following EPA-estimated efficiency scores:

• Up to 20 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway with the 2021 Honda Pilot LX CVT FWD*** and the 2020 Acura MDX Standard FWD****

Pilot vs. MDX: Space and Features

The 2021 Honda Pilot and 2020 Acura MDX each supply 3-rows of seating, but the Honda is considerably more accommodating. You’ll find:

• Seating for up to 8 with the Honda Pilot vs. 7 with the Acura MDX.
• Up to 109.9 cubic feet of cargo space with the Honda Pilot vs. 90.9 with the Acura MDX.

The Acura MDX does offer a few features that aren’t available with the Honda Pilot, but they’re largely well-matched with the following as standard across all trims:

• Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
• Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
• Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
• Lane Departure Warning (LDW)

You’ll Find Few Reasons to Choose the Acura MDX Over the Honda Pilot

Whether you’re seeking an agile compact like the Honda Fit or a commanding crossover SUV like the Honda Pilot, the team at Ocean Honda of Port Richey can help. For any further assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us today.

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $1,045.00 destination charge, options and accessories. Dealers set own prices.

**Prices shown do not include taxes, license or a destination & handling charge. Destination charge for ILX, TLX and RLX is $965.00, NSX is $1800.00 and MDX and RDX is $995.00. Actual vehicles/accessory costs, labor and installation vary. Please consult your selected dealer.

***Based on 2019 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.

****Based on 2019 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid models only) and other factors.