Is your growing or active family ready for a new SUV for Bartlett drives? Two of the best models you can find around Arlington are the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX. Both of these new vehicles have everything you love about three-row SUVs. There’s plenty of space for people, cargo, and fun. But which one is right for you – the MDX or Pilot?

Compare the 2024 Honda Pilot vs. the Acura MDX with our guide from Wolfchase Honda near Memphis. Selecting either the MDX or Pilot gives you plenty of towing capacity, power, and panache to handle every drive around Bartlett and beyond.

Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX: Pricing

Our debate about the Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX starts with the price because the upfront price is a major consideration for families. The MDX is filled with luxury amenities, which is why the price is substantially higher. Luckily, Honda vehicles offer families a more cost-effective model. If you love luxury, Acura is the way to go. Both SUVs have outstanding engineering because Acura is the luxury arm of Honda Motors!

• 2024 Honda Pilot Price: $37,090
• 2024 Acura MDX Price: $50,150 

Tap into our payment calculator to help you develop a monthly budget. And, make sure to connect with our finance center about an auto loan.

Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX: Standard Performance

You won’t find much difference between the Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX when it comes to engine performance. Both SUVs have front-wheel drive as standard with available all-wheel drive. You’ll also get 5,000 pounds of towing capacity and outstanding fuel economy. See the standard engine specs of the Acura MDX vs. the Honda Pilot here.

2024 Honda Pilot

• 3.5L V6 engine
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Up to 285 horsepower
• Up to 262 lb-ft of Torque
• Up to 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Highway**

2024 Acura MDX

• 3.5L V6 engine
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Up to 290 horsepower
• Up to 267 lb-ft of torque
• Up to 19 MPG City / 26 MPG Highway

Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX: Interior Space

These three-row SUVs have enough space for every drive, from weekly errands and afterschool activities to weekend getaways to your favorite lake or mountain destination. You won’t have to finagle people or stuff ever again! Prepare for lots of space when looking over the Acura MDX vs. the Honda Pilot. The Pilot has more room to stretch out and can seat eight instead of seven in the Acura. But both are roomy.

Honda Pilot Interior Space

• Passenger Capacity: 8
• Passenger Volume: 158.4 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 3rd row: 21.8 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 2nd row: 59.5 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 1st row: 111.8 cubic feet

Acura MDX Interior Space

• Passenger Capacity: 7
• Passenger Volume: 139.1 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 3rd row: 18.1 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 2nd row: 48.4 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 1st row: 95 cubic feet

Do you want to customize your interior or cargo-hauling capabilities? Our parts center is more than happy to help with accessories for your Honda Pilot. Once the accessories come in, our service center is more than happy to install them.

The Honda Pilot or Acura MDX? Decide at Wolfchase Honda!

We invite you to settle the Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX debate once and for all. Contact us or call 901-255-3777 to schedule a test drive with our team in Bartlett. We’re happy to help in any way we can!

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $1,375 destination charge, and accessories. Dealer prices may vary. MSRP does not include $455 charge for premium colors.

**19 city/27 highway/22 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 19 city/25 highway/21 combined mpg rating for non-TrailSport AWD trims. 18 city/23 highway/20 combined mpg rating for TrailSport. Based on 2024 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.