COMPETITIVE COMPARISON

2026

MDX

2026

BMW X5

Exterior Competitive Points

A Stunning First Impression

The MDX offers more, for a lot less.

  • MDX base MSRP: $51,800
  • X5 base MSRP: $66,300

Find Your Center

Staying within the lines is easy, with standard Lane Keeping Assist System.38

  • Gentle steering tugs help keep the MDX centered in a detected lane
  • Alerts if you exit the lane without signaling
  • Standard on MDX/extra-cost on BMW
When you drive MDX: Gentle steering nudges help keep you centered.

A Perfect 10

MDX’s slick standard 10-speed automatic bends performance and efficiency.

  • Wide-ratio gearing
  • Quick acceleration and easy cruising
  • X5 has an 8-speed transmission

When you drive MDX: Feel the quick acceleration and relaxed cruising courtesy of the V-6 and 10 speeds.


More Ways to Go

The Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) is in tune with you.

MDX offers 5 different drive modes, including an “individual” mode that lets you customize the vehicle’s dynamics.

  • Standard on MDX
  • X5: only three modes, and not customizable.

Did I Lock the Doors?

No worry, MDX can do it for you with Walk Away Auto Locks.

  • MDX senses your remote fob
  • Walk away with the fob and it knows
  • When you’re 8 feet away, it can lock the doors
  • Standard on MDX/extra-cost on BMW X5

Walk Away Auto Lock will only function when the key fob is moved eight feet from the vehicle after all doors have been closed.

Less Pain at the Pump

The MDX is designed to run on regular fuel, or premium for optimal performance.

  • MDX can run on any grade of fuel
  • BMW recommends a minimum 93 octane

Interior Competitive Points

A Touch Is All It Takes

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

  • Press the illuminated button and simply step in
  • A third row is available on the BMW, at an additional cost, and without one-touch access.
When you drive MDX: Don’t forget to try out the easy one-button third-row access.

The Lap of Luxury

Versatile second row offers the ultimate in connected comfort.

  • First-class second-row seating
  • 40/20/40 seating
  • Sliding/reclining/available heating
  • Dual USB ports
  • Easily removable center section
  • Standard on MDX
  • Not available on X5

Connectivity Is Key

With abundant USB ports, MDX makes the perfect mobile connectivity command post.7

  • MDX: 5 USB ports are standard
  • MDX: 7 in Advance Package
  • X5: Only 3 – someone will be unhappy

Let Google Be Your Guide

Enjoy all the hands-free functionality of Google built-in.

  • Standard on MDX
  • Not available on X5

See the Whole Picture

A multi-view rear camera makes it easier to get into or out of tough spots.

  • Standard on MDX
  • Requires an extra cost package on X5