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Acura MDX vs Toyota Sequoia

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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2026 Toyota Sequoia

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Overview

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVToyota SequoiaSR5
Selected trimMDX SUVSR5
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVToyota SequoiaSR5
MSRP$51,800 (best)$64,025
Lowest listing price$8,654 (best)$11,877
Median listing price$60,138 (best)$73,942
Highest listing price$79,593 (best)$91,026
For sale now121 (best)46

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVToyota SequoiaSR5
Combined MPG22 MPG22 MPG
City MPG19 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)24 MPG
Fuel tank18.5 gal22.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVToyota SequoiaSR5
Horsepower290 hp437 hp (best)
Torque267 lb-ft583 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L (best)3.4 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVToyota SequoiaSR5
Seating7 seats8 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume95 cu ft (best)86.9 cu ft
Towing capacity3,500 lbs9,500 lbs (best)
Payload—1,730 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,268 lbs (best)5,620 lbs
Ground clearance7.3 in (best)—
Wheelbase113.8 in122 in (best)
Length198.4 in208.1 in (best)
Width78.7 in79.8 in (best)
Height67.9 in74.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura MDXMDX SUVToyota SequoiaSR5
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 MDXToyota Sequoia
1

MDX SUV

$51,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SR5

$64,025 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

MDX SUV

$57,200 MSRP

SR5

$67,025 MSRP

3

MDX SUV

$54,000 MSRP

Limited

$69,795 MSRP

4

MDX SUV

$59,400 MSRP

Limited

$72,795 MSRP

5

MDX SUV

$62,400 MSRP

Platinum

$80,035 MSRP

6

MDX SUV

$66,900 MSRP

TRD PRO

$80,765 MSRP

7

MDX SUV

$68,900 MSRP

1794 Edition

$80,850 MSRP

8

Type S

$75,850 MSRP

Capstone

$84,435 MSRP

Live inventory

Acura MDX vs Toyota Sequoia FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Acura MDX or 2026 Toyota Sequoia?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura MDX vs 2026 Toyota Sequoia 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 2026 Toyota Sequoia?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Acura MDX starts lower at $51,800. Live Acura MDX listings start at $8,654. Live Toyota Sequoia listings start at $11,877.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura MDX or 2026 Toyota Sequoia?
The 2026 Acura MDX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (51,800).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura MDX or 2026 Toyota Sequoia?
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia leads on horsepower in this comparison (437).
Which has better seats: 2026 Acura MDX or 2026 Toyota Sequoia?
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Acura MDX or 2026 Toyota Sequoia?
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (9,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura MDX vs 2026 Toyota Sequoia?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura MDX (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).