2022 Honda Pilot vs Acura MDX
If you’re looking for a 3-row SUV to drive through the Atlantic City, Egg Harbor, and Galloway, NJ, area, then you’re lucky to have so many great options to choose from. Two of the area’s most popular models in the class are the 2022 Honda Pilot and Acura MDX.
To help you decide which of these great vehicles is going to be the right fit for you, the team at Boardwalk Honda put together this 2022 Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX comparison.
2022 Honda Pilot vs Acura MDX: Powertrain and Handling Features
If you want a powerful engine and capable handling, you’re in great hands with either the Honda Pilot or Acura MDX. Both vehicles come with the following features:
- All-wheel drive available
- 3.5L V6 engine
Both sport a 3.5L V6 engine that generates at least 280 horsepower. They also both have the ability to tow up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped.
If you’re staring down a snowy winter morning commute, you’ll probably like that both SUVs have an available smart all-wheel drive (AWD) system. This system actively monitors your driving conditions and automatically redistributes torque among all four wheels to help you maintain traction.
You might find your traction control a bit more optimized in the Pilot, however, thanks to the available Intelligent Traction Management system. This includes drive modes that help you maintain control.
If your model has front-wheel drive (FWD), this system includes a Snow mode. With AWD, this system includes a Snow/Sand/Mud mode that helps you travel over difficult terrain.
Interior Specs: Honda Pilot vs Acura MDX
Whether you’re driving the Honda Pilot or Acura MDX, you’ll have plenty to enjoy about the interior. For example, they both offer heated seats to help you warm up after clearing snow off your car. They also come with a moonroof that lets in plenty of fresh air and sunlight.
Plus, the infotainment systems of both SUVs come standard with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® compatibility. You can use this to access all your favorite apps right through the center display screens of the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX.
If you need to pack up a lot of gear or bring along a few passengers, you’ll have a bit more space to do so in the Honda Pilot compared to the Acura MDX.
Both are 3-row SUVs, but the Pilot can seat a maximum of eight passengers, while the MDX can only accommodate up to seven. In the Pilot these passengers will have more room to move around as well, with 153.1 cubic feet of passenger volume, compared to 139.1 cubic feet in the MDX.
We also see a difference in the cargo volume:
|
Cargo Volume |
Behind First Row |
Behind Second Row |
Behind Third Row |
|
Honda Pilot |
109.2 cu. ft. |
55.9 cu. ft. |
18.5 cu. ft. |
|
Acura MDX |
95.0 cu. ft. |
48.4 cu. ft. |
18.1 cu. ft. |
As you can see, the Honda Pilot has more than 14.2 cubic feet of additional cargo volume when compared to the Acura MDX.
The Honda Pilot and Acura MDX: Our Winner
When the team at Boardwalk Honda compared the 2022 Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX, we found that both SUVs have a lot to offer. It’s clear that the Pilot brings a lot of interior space and handling capabilities to the Atlantic City, Egg Harbor, and Galloway, New Jersey, area.
If you want to give it a try for yourself, contact us and test drive the 2022 Honda Pilot today!
