Acura Information Center - 2026 Acura MDX vs 2026 Audi Q7

Competitive Points

A powerful engine and sophisticated transmission for thrilling drives.

Engine:
- MDX: 3.5-liter V-6 making 290 horsepower
- Q7: 2.0-liter inline four rated at 261 horsepower
Transmission:
- MDX: 10-speed
- Q7: 8-speed

The story is: When you drive the MDX, feel the quick acceleration and relaxed cruising courtesy of the V-6 and 10 speeds.

MDX offers a more sophisticated front suspension.

The story is: When you drive the MDX, feel the superior handling.

MDX can do it for you with Walk Away Auto Lock^®.

Automatic Door Lock:
- MDX: Walk Away Auto Lock comes standard
- Q7: Does not offer this convenient feature

The story is: When you park the MDX, you can simply walk away while it locks itself.

MDX features amazingly simple one-touch third-row access. Two buttons are offered, one for boarding, one for exiting.

The story is: When you consider the MDX, be sure to try the easy one-button third-row access.

Versatile second row offers the ultimate in connected comfort.

Rear-seat configuration:
- MDX: Second-row middle seat can fold to create an armrest and is also removable
- Q7: A configurable second row is not available

The story is: When you drive the MDX, you can offer second-row passengers more seating options.

MDX gives a clear view of what is behind you, thanks to its rearview camera with dynamic guidelines.

Rearview camera with top-down view:
- MDX: Comes standard
- Q7: Top-down view only available on higher trims

The story is: In the MDX, you are provided with more angles when parking or maneuvering in tight spaces.