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COMPETITIVE COMPARISON
2026
MDX
2026
Lexus RX 350
2026 Updates
The Lexus RX350 remains largely identical to the outgoing 2025 model. New for 2026: a wireless charging pad is now standard, and a new Appearance Package is now available for the F Sport Handling trim.
Competitive Points
A Superior Performer
A powerful engine and sophisticated transmission for thrilling drives.
- Engine:
- MDX: 3.5-liter V-6 making 290 horsepower
- RX 350: 2.4-liter inline four rated at 275 horsepower
- Transmission:
- MDX: 10-speed
- RX 350: 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.
Corner with Confidence
MDX offers a more sophisticated front suspension.
- Front suspension:
- MDX: Double-wishbone
- RX 350: MacPherson strut
The story is: When you drive the MDX, feel the superior handling.
Hold the Road
The MDX makes a high-performance statement with more grip.
- Tire size:
- MDX: P255/55 R19
- RX 350: P235/60 R19
The story is: When you drive the MDX, experience superior traction for enhanced handling and braking.
Conquer the Curves
Available Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) 4-season confidence.
- All-Wheel Drive:
- MDX: SH-AWD with torque vectoring sends power to the wheels that can use it
- RX 350: AWD system does not offer torque vectoring
The story is: When you drive the MDX, feel the secure control in all weather conditions.
Keep it Clean
With RX, you may dirty your hands when it is time to fill up. Not in the MDX.
- Fuel filler:
- MDX: A convenient capless fuel filler system
- RX 350: Only has a conventional cap with a tether
The story is: When you drive the MDX, filling up is simpler, and cleaner.
A Touch Is All It Takes
MDX features amazingly simple one-touch third-row access. Two buttons are offered, one for boarding, one for exiting.
- Third-row access:
- MDX: Press the illuminated button and simply step in, or out
- RX 350: Does not offer a third row
The story is: With the MDX, enjoy the additional seating and the easy one-button third-row access.
Best Seats in the House
MDX has standard supportive and accommodating 12-way adjustable heated front seats.
- Adjustable front seats:
- MDX: 12-way
- RX 350: 8-way
The story is: When you drive the MDX, you can tailor your perfect driving position.
Room with a View
MDX’s power Panoramic Moonroof brings the outside world inside.
- Panoramic Moonroof:
- MDX: Comes as a standard feature
- RX 350: Available at an additional cost
The story is: When you drive the MDX, enjoy the open-air feeling at no additional cost.
2026 Acura MDX vs 2026 Lexus RX 350
MDX Feature Guide
