Competitive Comparisons

2025 Acura MDX Type S vs 2025 Audi Q7 55

Exterior Competitive Points

Simply the Ultimate MDX

Performance and presence hit new heights in the MDX Type S.

  • 3.0-liter turbo V-6
  • Adaptive Air Suspension with Auto Leveling
  • 21-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
  • Quad-Tip Exhaust Finishers
  • Brembo® Front 4-Piston Braking System

Striking from Any Angle

Aggressive standard 21-inch wheels give the MDX Type S the look of pure performance.

  • MDX Type S: Standard 21-inch alloy wheels
  • Q7 55 Premium: Standard 19-inch alloy wheels

A Powerfully Moving Experience

The MDX Type S turbocharged V-6 offers more horsepower than Audi Q7 55 Premium.

  • MDX Type S: 355 horsepower @ 5500 rpm (SAE net)
  • Q7 55 Premium: 335 horsepower @ 5700 rpm

Own the Road with Adaptive Air Suspension

MDX Type S Adaptive Air Suspension with Auto Leveling offers handling tuned just for you.

  • MDX Type S: Standard adaptive dampers instantly tune to the conditions
  • MDX Type S: Standard air suspension optimized for the road – and the load
  • Q7 55 Premium: Optional air adjustability

Interior Competitive Points

Hearing is Believing

Crank up the all-new Bang & Olufsen Premium Audio System in MDX Type S Advance Package.

  • 31 speakers, 24 channels
  • 12 Highline® overhead speakers for 3D sound
  • The most powerful system in Acura history
  • Q7 55 Premium: No comparison

More Gears = More Go

MDX Type S’s slick standard 10-speed automatic blends performance and efficiency.

  • MDX Type S: Wide-ratio gearing
  • MDX Type S: Relentless acceleration and effortless cruising
  • Q7 55 Premium: 8-speed transmission

When you drive MDX Type S: Feel the stunning acceleration and relaxed cruising courtesy of the turbo V-6 and 10 speeds.


Amazingly Usable Third Row

MDX Type S’s simple one-touch third-row access makes boarding a cinch.

  • MDX Type S: Press the illuminated button and simply step in
  • Q7 55 Premium: Less intuitive
  • Why wrestle with seats?

When you drive MDX Type S: Don’t forget to try out the easy one-button third-row access.


Comfort for Captains – or a Crowd

The versatile MDX Type S second row adapts to your needs with captain’s chairs or 3-passenger seating.

  • Roomy “Captain’s Chair” outboard seats
  • Create more space with removable center seat
  • MDX Type S: Standard
  • Q7 55 Premium: Not available

MDX Type S Advance: A Step Beyond

Expressively luxurious interior features set an unforgettable mood in the MDX Type S.

  • Heated and Ventilated 16-Way Power
  • 9-way Massage
  • Curvilinear Quilted and Perforated Milano Premium Leather and Ultrasuede
  • Contrast Stitching and Piping
  • Bang & Olufsen Premium Audio System with 31 Speakers