2020 Volvo XC90 vs 2020 Acura MDX in Roanoke, VA

Luxury three-row SUVs are hot in the American market, and with good reason. They offer the space you need for family and friends while carrying over the luxurious amenities and features you're used to from luxury sedans. Luxury SUVs truly make life just a little bit easier. The and 2020 Acura MDX are two very popular luxury SUVs, but which deserves that coveted spot in your driveway? Let's compare them to find out.

Performance

In addition to the large amount of cargo and passenger space that draws drivers to SUVs, their power and capability while remaining fuel efficient is also an attractive benefit. With this in mind, it's easy to see how the 2020 XC90 has an advantage over the 2020 MDX. Under the hood, the 2020 XC90 runs on an efficient 2.0-liter turbocharged I-4 with 250 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The 2020 MDX gets along on a 3.5-liter V6 that offers 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque with a 9-speed transmission. Both offer Hybrid powertrains as well. Though the MDX offers more horsepower and torque, the XC90 is more fuel efficient and can tow 4,000 pounds over the MDX's 3,500 pound capacity.

Interior Comparison

One of the draws of purchasing or leasing a luxury vehicle is the upscale interior that offers supreme comfort and technology - and the 2020 XC90 follows through on this promise exceptionally well. A refined cabin with clear European influences offers the latest technology for media and entertainment, navigation,  leather upholstery, and thoughtful storage solutions throughout. Though the interior of the MDX is certainly nice, it pales in comparison to the XC90's interior.

Further, the XC90 offers more space for passengers, besting the MDX in measurements for front head room, rear headroom, third-row headroom, rear legroom, and third-row legroom. The XC90 and MDX are extremely competitive in terms of cargo capacity, with the XC90 offering 15.8 cubic-feet behind the third row, 47 cubic-feet behind the second row, and 85.7 cubic-feet with both rear rows stowed. The MDX has 15.8 cubic-feet behind the third row, 43.4 cubic-feet behind the second row, and 90.9 cubic-feet when the two rear rows are folded. Though the MDX has more space when both rows are folded flat, three-row SUVs are often purchased to hold more passengers than cargo, limiting the times when the extra space in the MDX would come into play.

Safety Features

Though both Volvo and Acura are committed to driver assistance features and packages, and offer the same number of features, the Semi-Autonomous Drive System in the Volvo helps it stand out from the MDX. The 2020 XC90 offers:

  • Driver Alert Control
  • Lane Keeping Aid
  • Semi-Autonomous Drive System with Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Rear Collision Warning
  • Road Sign Information
  • Run-off Road Mitigation
  • Active Bending Lights
  • LED Daytime Running Lights

The 2020 MDX has:

  • Collision Mitigation Braking System
  • Road Departure Mitigation System
  • Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow
  • Lane Keeping Assist
  • Forward Collision Warning System
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Auto High-Beams
  • LED Daytime Running Lights

Though both have the same amount of features, the XC90's offerings are more advanced and helpful to drivers on the road.

Discover the XC90 at Berglund Luxury Roanoke

If you're already impressed by the offerings in the , we can't fault you - it's an incredible car. We invite you to browse our selection of online today to explore the trim levels and features in further detail. When you've found the XC90 that matches your needs and lifestyle, purchasing or leasing it will be easier and more convenient than ever at .