2026 Acura MDX vs. 2027 Infiniti QX65

TrueCar says the Acura MDX's $53,350 TSRP undercuts the INFINITI QX65's $55,565 MSRP by $2,215, a gap that narrows only slightly based on real-world average prices. Revline Drive says the top-spec Acura MDX Type S makes more power at 355 hp versus the QX65's 268 hp and is quicker to 60 mph (5.5 seconds versus 6.7), while the QX65 has the higher top speed at 143 mph versus the MDX Type S's 135, reflecting that the MDX is a performance-oriented three-row SUV while the QX65 is a mid-size luxury crossover.

Which to choose, and why

$2,215 cheaper MDX

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Acura MDX's $53,350 TSRP undercuts the INFINITI QX65's $55,565 MSRP by $2,215, a gap that narrows only slightly based on real-world average prices.

MDX Type S is more powerful and quicker to 60; QX65 has the higher top speed

Revline Drive (opens in a new tab) says the top-spec Acura MDX Type S makes more power at 355 hp versus the QX65's 268 hp and is quicker to 60 mph (5.5 seconds versus 6.7), while the QX65 has the higher top speed at 143 mph versus the MDX Type S's 135, reflecting that the MDX is a performance-oriented three-row SUV while the QX65 is a mid-size luxury crossover.

Questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper, the Acura MDX or Infiniti QX65?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the MDX, by $2,215.

Which has more horsepower, the Acura MDX Type S or Infiniti QX65?

Revline Drive (opens in a new tab) says the MDX Type S, at 355 hp versus the QX65's 268 hp.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Acura MDX: 3 records · Infiniti QX65: 1 records.

Decision field	Acura MDX	Infiniti QX65
Exact EPA records	3	1
Model / option labels	3	1
Drive layouts	All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive	All-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion	3.5L 6-cyl SIDI, 3L 6-cyl SIDI	2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI
Transmissions	Automatic (S10)	Automatic (S9)
Fuel types	Premium	Premium
EPA classes	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency	19–22 MPG/MPGe	22 MPG/MPGe
Electric range	Not listed	Not listed
Annual fuel / energy estimate	$3650–4200 per year	$3650 per year

Head to head

Acura MDX vs. Infiniti QX65: size, power, capability and price.

Measure	Acura MDX	Infiniti QX65
Starting price (KBB base)	$53,250	$55,535
Top trim price (KBB base)	$77,300	$64,135
Horsepower	290-355 hp	268 hp
Torque	267-354 lb-ft	286 lb-ft
Curb weight	4,268-4,776 lb	4,663-4,715 lb
Length	198.4 in	198.9 in
Wheelbase	113.8 in	114.1 in
Cargo volume	95 cu ft	35.8 cu ft
Towing capacity	3,500-5,000 lb	6,000 lb
Seating	7 seats	n/a
Basic warranty	4 years	4 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2026 and 2027 model years); prices are KBB base prices.

The Acura MDX starts $2,285 lower: $53,250 against $55,535 before options and fees.
On peak horsepower, the Acura MDX leads: 355 hp against 268 hp.
On peak torque, the Acura MDX leads: 354 lb-ft against 286 lb-ft.
The Acura MDX is lighter, comparing lightest trims: 4,268 lb against 4,663 lb.
On length, the Infiniti QX65 leads: 198.9 in against 198.4 in.
On wheelbase, the Infiniti QX65 leads: 114.1 in against 113.8 in.
On cargo volume, the Acura MDX leads: 95 cu ft against 35.8 cu ft.
On maximum towing capacity, the Infiniti QX65 leads: 6,000 lb against 5,000 lb.
Both list the same basic warranty: 4 years.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Acura MDX and the Infiniti QX65.

2026 Acura MDX

The Acura MDX is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by the Japanese automaker Honda under its luxury Acura division since 2000. The alphanumeric moniker stands for "Multi-Dimensional" luxury. It has ranked as the second-best selling mid-size luxury SUV after the Lexus RX in the U.S.

Safety: Fourth generation (YD8/9/YE1; 2022) Skipping the 2021 model year, the fourth-generation MDX was revealed as a prototype on October 14, 2020, virtually revealed on December 8, went into bulk production on January 12, 2021, for the 2022 model year, and went on sale on February 2, with the Type-S trim released on December 23.
Awards: North American Car of the Year Utility Finalist for 2019. Car and Driver magazine's Best Luxury SUV in 2001. Motor Trend magazine's SUV of the Year Contender in 2017.

Source: Acura MDX (Wikipedia)

Recent recalls (3 campaigns across the latest model years)

May 2026, Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic… Consequence: Air bags that deploy unintentionally during a crash increase the risk of injury.
June 2025, Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles… Consequence: A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
January 2025, Back Over Prevention:Software. Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2025 Acura MDX vehicles. The touchscreen in the center console may go blank, resulting in the rearview camera image not displaying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of… Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image can reduce the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 105 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Acura MDX, most often about engine (63), electrical system (48), unknown or other (26).

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Comparison answer desk

12 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2026 Acura MDX or the 2027 Infiniti QX65?

Efficiency

The 2027 Infiniti QX65 lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (22 vs. the 2026 Acura MDX's 20.5 MPG/MPGe).