2025 Acura MDX Type S vs 2025 BMW X5 xDrive40i

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

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
• X5 xDrive40i: 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.

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
• X5 xDrive40i: Standard 20-inch alloy wheels

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
• X5 xDrive40i: Standard adaptive dampers
• X5 xDrive40i: Optional air adjustability

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
• X5 xDrive40i: No comparison

Take a Seat

With standard 7-passenger seating, MDX Type S gives you maximum passenger space and flexibility.

• MDX Type S: Standard 7-occupant seating
• X5 xDrive40i: Standard 5-occupant seating

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
• X5 xDrive40i: 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
• X5 xDrive40i: Not available

MDX Type S Advance: A Step Beyond

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

Front Seats:

• 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