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Acura MDX vs Nissan Armada

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Acura MDX

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2027 Nissan Armada

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Overview

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVNissan ArmadaSL
Selected trimMDX SUVSL
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic9-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVNissan ArmadaSL
MSRP$51,800 (best)$64,290
Lowest listing price—$19,473 (best)
Median listing price—$19,473 (best)
Highest listing price—$19,473 (best)
For sale now01 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVNissan ArmadaSL
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)20 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal24 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVNissan ArmadaSL
Horsepower290 hp425 hp (best)
Torque267 lb-ft516 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L3.5 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVNissan ArmadaSL
Seating7 seats8 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume95 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity3,500 lbs8,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,268 lbs (best)5,710 lbs
Ground clearance7.3 in10 in (best)
Wheelbase113.8 in121 in (best)
Length198.4 in210 in (best)
Width78.7 in93 in (best)
Height67.9 in77 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVNissan ArmadaSL
NHTSA overallNot Rated—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
RolloverNot Rated—
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAcura MDXNissan Armada
1

MDX SUV

$51,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SL

$64,290 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

MDX SUV

$57,200 MSRP

SL

$67,290 MSRP

3

MDX SUV

$54,000 MSRP

Platinum

$75,790 MSRP

4

MDX SUV

$59,400 MSRP

PRO-4X

$78,990 MSRP

5

MDX SUV

$62,400 MSRP

NISMO

$80,690 MSRP

6

MDX SUV

$66,900 MSRP

Platinum Reserve

$84,590 MSRP

7

MDX SUV

$68,900 MSRP

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8

Type S

$75,850 MSRP

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Acura MDX vs Nissan Armada FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Acura MDX or 2027 Nissan Armada?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura MDX vs 2027 Nissan Armada on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Acura MDX or 2027 Nissan Armada?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Acura MDX starts lower at $51,800. Live Nissan Armada listings start at $19,473.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura MDX or 2027 Nissan Armada?
The 2026 Acura MDX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (51,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Acura MDX or 2027 Nissan Armada?
The 2026 Acura MDX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura MDX or 2027 Nissan Armada?
The 2027 Nissan Armada leads on horsepower in this comparison (460).
Which has better seats: 2026 Acura MDX or 2027 Nissan Armada?
The 2027 Nissan Armada leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Acura MDX or 2027 Nissan Armada?
The 2027 Nissan Armada leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura MDX vs 2027 Nissan Armada?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura MDX (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).