Meet the All-New 2023 Acura MDX

The 2023 Acura MDX configurations have arrived at Crown Acura in Clearwater, FL, and you won’t want to miss out on seeing the sleek style of the exterior and the comfort of the interior. The 2023 Acura MDX trim levels feature exceptional power, technology and high-end safety features that rival the competition, including the 2023 Lexus RX 350.

See for yourself when reading through our comparison of the 2023 Acura MDX vs 2023 Lexus RX 350. Then, stop in at our Acura dealership in Clearwater, FL, to see why the 2023 Acura MDX is the superior SUV, especially when compared with the 2023 RX.

Luxurious Styling

It’s hard to deny that the sporty look of the 2023 Acura MDX exterior stands out among the competition. This luxury SUV is outfitted with 19-inch or 21-inch wheels and comes standard with a panoramic moonroof, JewelEye^® LED headlights, a power tailgate and a laminated windshield. All trims are equipped with heated power side mirrors. Upgrade to premium trim levels for roof rails, a hands-free power liftgate, LED outer door handles and LED fog lights.

When comparing the 2023 Acura MDX vs 2023 Lexus RX 350, you’ll see that the has LED headlamps as well as heated power outside mirrors, as well as 19-inch and 21-inch wheels. However, you only get a power moonroof when you upgrade to premium configurations.

The 2023 Acura MDX interior is superior when it comes to comfort. This high-end SUV features sport seats, seating for up to seven and leatherette-trimmed upholstery. The base configurations come standard with heated front seats, a 12-way power driver seat with lumbar support, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and tri-zone automatic climate control. Standard interior features also include ambient LED cabin lighting and an automatic-dimming rearview mirror.

Move to premium configurations of the 2023 Acura MDX for perforated Milano premium leather-trimmed seats, a 16-way power front seat with massage functionality, heated second row seats, ventilated front seats and a heated steering wheel. When comparing the 2023 Acura MDX vs 2023 Lexus RX 350, you’ll find less luxury with the 2023 Lexus RX 350 that only offers NuLuxe^® interior trim, heated front seats and an automatic-dimming rearview mirror.

High-Performing Engine Options

What’s even more impressive with the 2023 Acura MDX from our Acura dealership in Clearwater, FL, is that you get bold power under the hood. The base trim levels are powered by a 290-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine that generates 267 lb-ft of torque while pairing with a 10-speed automatic transmission. Premium trims feature a 355-horsepower 3.0-liter Turbo V6 engine that delivers 354 lb-ft of torque. This SUV is available with front-wheel drive or super-handling all-wheel drive and features a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds. It’s all-around sport performance in the 2023 Acura MDX.

In contrast, the 2023 Lexus RX 350 is powered by a 275 horsepower 2.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that delivers 317 lb-ft of torque while pairing with front-wheel drive and an 8 speed automatic transmission. If you move to the 350H configurations, you do gain a plug-in hybrid powertrain. However, power is severely lacking with the RX 350 when comparing the 2023 Acura MDX vs 2023 Lexus RX 350.

Intuitive Safety Features

Feel confident when behind the wheel of the 2023 Acura MDX from our Acura dealership in Clearwater, FL. This upscale SUV is loaded with driver assistance technologies that include a collision mitigation braking system, forward collision warnings with automatic emergency braking, a road departure mitigation system and blind spot monitoring. Rear cross traffic monitors, as well as lane departure warning and lane keeping assist come standard, too.

A side by side look at safety of the 2023 Acura MDX vs 2023 Lexus RX 350 shows that the 2023 Lexus RX 350 only offers a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring, lane departure alerts with steering assist and all-speed dynamic radar cruise control with the base 2023 Lexus RX 350 trim level.

Advanced Interior Tech

Looking for an SUV with a high-end infotainment system and entertainment? If so, the 2023 Acura MDX is the perfect choice. All configurations feature wireless Apple CarPlay^® and Android™ Auto smartphone syncing in addition to Amazon Alexa compatibility, Bluetooth^® and a keyless access system. Wireless charging, USB ports and a Wi-Fi hotspot come standard. The 2023 Acura MDX is also equipped with the True Touchpad Interface™ with a 12.3-inch center display.

Move to premium 2023 Acura MDX trim levels for a navigation system with a 3D view, a surround view camera system, remote start, a head-up display and a 25-speaker ELS STUDIO 3D^® premium audio system. Comparing the 2023 Acura MDX vs 2023 Lexus RX 350, you’ll find that the 2023 Lexus RX 350 does feature a Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth^® and smartphone syncing. However, you only get a standard 9.8-inch touchscreen display and a 12-speaker premium sound system with the 2023 RX 350.

The Stand-Out SUV: The 2023 Acura MDX

The 2023 Acura MDX vs 2023 Lexus RX 350 comparison clearly shows that the all-new MDX is the superior SUV. See for yourself when scheduling a test drive at our Acura dealership in Clearwater, FL, where we offer new vehicle specials to help you save when you buy or lease the 2023 Acura MDX. Contact us today to get started.