Acura Information Center - 2026 Acura MDX vs 2026 Volvo XC90

Competitive Points

A powerful engine and sophisticated transmission for thrilling drives.

Engine:
- MDX: 3.5-liter V-6 making 290 horsepower
- XC90: 2.0-liter inline four rated at 247 horsepower
Transmission:
- MDX: 10-speed
- XC90: 8-speed

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

Available Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD^®)

All-Wheel Drive:
- MDX: SH-AWD with torque vectoring sends power to the wheels that can use it
- XC90: AWD system does not offer torque vectoring

The story is: When you drive MDX, feel the secure control in all weather conditions.

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
- XC90: Does not offer one-touch access

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
- XC90: A configurable second row is not available

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

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

The story is: When you drive the MDX, more of your passengers can stay connected.