2024 Mazda CX-90 vs Acura MDX: True Luxury Doesn't Come Cheap
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Mazda's perceived move upmarket is less of a full-fledged leap into the luxury space than it is a step just beyond the mainstream products with which it has long competed. And the 2024 Mazda CX-90 marks the automaker’s biggest reach to date, both literally and figuratively. Built on a rear-biased platform akin to BMW or Mercedes-Benz and offered with materials that look as though they wouldn’t be out of place inside a more expensive machine, this new flagship three-row seems on paper like it’s ready to nip at the heels of proper premium products.
That’s why it’s pitted here against the 2023 Acura MDX, an SUV that’s perhaps not quite on the same level of its peers from those German brands, but it’s certainly not far behind, either. Finished here in Platinum Elite trim, it’s also handicapped by an asking price that’s exactly $7,000 richer than its range-topping rival, the CX-90 Signature.
AutoTrader.ca Editor-in-Chief Jodi Lai and Road Test Editor Dan Ilika test these two three-row crossovers that were both launched in the past year. What does stepping up to "true" luxury really get you in a vehicle?
Read the full review on AutoTrader.ca:
www.autotrader.ca/editorial/2...
00:00 CX-90 vs MDX, Premium Mainstream vs Luxury
01:27 CX-90 Powertrain and Handling
04:20 CX-90 Mild hybrid system and Fuel economy
05:15 CX-90 Ride quality
06:03 MDX Ride quality
06:35 MDX Powertrain and Handling
07:23 MDX Fuel economy
08:28 MDX User-friendliness and Cabin design
09:38 Pricing and Value
10:27 Design and Styling
11:21 MDX Third-row space
12:23 Luxuriousness
14:34 CX-90 Passenger space
15:07 CX-90 Infotainment
16:43 Pros and Cons
17:22 Conclusion
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Most of the CX-90 reviews are like this nitpicking and complaining but not giving credit earn which Mazda did make phenomenal car
The CX-90 may not be everyones cup of tea, however I do think the proportions from the outside look a lot more like a premium in the Mazda than in the Acura.
@Antwalls92
2 ай бұрын
I agree
CX-90 wins this comparison easily for the following reasons: I-6 > V6. Rear wheel drive platform vs FWD Minivan platform. Superior driving dynamics and equal levels of luxury for far less money.
The CX-90 interior looks luxurious. Don't kid yourself it's a bargain BMW. Yes I agree the first year gremlins like the transmission and PHEV will need to be sorted. And the tight space but otherwise it's a very nice suv for the cheaper price. Cost a bit more than a Lexus UX and so much more car :)
Gotta tell you, you guys are the only reviewers I have ever seen bash the cx90. It almost came off as hate. I have even seen reviewers profusely praise the Mazda to the point of saying they would select over more expensive luxury brands. This review just comes off as strange.
She doesnt like mazda cx90. I would choose mazda everytime. Mazda CX90 turbo S drive is smooth, which is why i bought one
@justrelax6866
9 ай бұрын
That’s why girl shouldn’t review a car
@vicktharula8317
7 ай бұрын
My cx90 is smooth as well
@atifsyed7115
7 ай бұрын
CX90 is of course better, e.g., looks, price, fuel consumption. Don't agree with both the reviewers.
CX09=Longitudinal MDX=Transverse I had to laugh at 7:48… my old MDX gets 19-20L/100km on a good day. What you guys consider poor fuel economy would be a godsend for me.
Thats youre opionion about the styling of the CX90
This video was super hard to watch, all the negativity, sickening 😣
I have the top US trim and started use 93 octane only for fuel and the driving experience is like night and day. High compression engines need high octane gas to perform at their maximum. 93 octane also smooths out the transmission with the engine performing better.
Two friends own 2014 MDXs and said the same thing! One gets 16.0 L/100 km if he’s lucky!
I have checked both cars at the dealership, and I do agree with most of your points. I am leaning more towards the MDX.
@danilika9420
10 ай бұрын
If you’re seriously considering these, I’d also recommend checking out the Toyota Grand Highlander’s top trim - the Platinum Hybrid Max here in Canada. The MDX (and other true premium models) will still have the edge in terms of luxury, but it’s a great alternative.
@mbenton6
9 ай бұрын
MDX has nothing on CX90. I bought one and it's excellent
@reecetbobby5347
8 ай бұрын
MDX is an all wheel drive Odyssey without the sliding doors. The CX-90 stomps it.
@PsychicMedium4747
7 ай бұрын
@@mbenton6yes it does that’s why it’s the number 1 selling luxury SUV lmfao 🤣
@TheRotorious13b
6 ай бұрын
The MDX's sales numbers have nothing to do with how it compares to the CX-90, lol. CX-90 was just released. The MDX has been around for a few generations.@@PsychicMedium4747
I drove both, and after driving Acura, you understand it’s like night and day! Though I do respect Mazda, but Acura is the smoothest!
The MDX I built a few minutes ago and came in at $67,000+, and the SH-AWD is a $74,000+ over priced less than luxurious automobile. Hell, I own a 2017 BMW X5 w/91,600 miles and it still blows most people on the freeway, which I love. Using 93 octane from Costco every fillup, really makes this inline six/turbo sing LOUD! The MDX is not a BMW and the price of the SH is equal to the BMW with the options I want, based on my 2017. Mazda dose not have the transmission issues that the Acura has, and they have been "not dealing" with that for decades. The master console control in the Acura is the most ridiculous control I have ever seen and a safety hazard as mentioned in this review,. Not to mention the "bat cave" door opener in the lower middle of the dash. I think someone had to much sake desigining this! My brother has a 2021 CX-9 and it has been a great vehicle. I will not own another BMW due to the Planned Obselence with various "not servicable" parts like the transmission,WTF. The Mazda is about to be test driven this week. The MDX last year and the perofrmance was unimpressive. JMH and researched O!
Appreciate ur honest opinion 😊
The main take away is the power to weight ratio between these is significant. The Acura MDX curb weight is 4,503 lbs and it makes 290-355 hp dependent upon trim. The curb weight of the Mazda CX-90 is 4,709 lbs and makes 328 (hybrid) to 340 hp (turbo S) trim. Bottom line, the Acura is going to be quicker.
@EvoJenn
27 күн бұрын
The 355HP MDX is about $15,000 more than the top of the line MDX. I think we can all agree the small extra amount of quickness isnt worth it.
The clunky shifter design, transmission issues and harsher ride with the 21" wheels is not nit picky. While I love what Mazda has done in recent years and we currently own a CX-5 Turbo and a 3, I feel like they didn't spend enough time on developing the CX-90 and totally are missing the mark on the CX-70. For that reason I will be looking at the MDX refresh which is supposed to resolve the few interior issues it has...and hopefully they can find a way to eek out a little better fuel economy. The other vehicle I am keeping an eye on this summer/fall is the Toyota Crown Signia.
@JonahCBR
3 ай бұрын
Just turned in my MDX for a CX90. The drive selector in the Hondas/Acuras is probably one of the worst out there. The MDX transmission while smooth, was an absolute piece of garbage. Downshifting down a hill would actually lurch the car forward. Living on a hill and backing out of my driveway, I would have to wait like 2seconds from reverse back to drive. Worst hill assist I ever experienced. Compared to the RF trans on my BMW it’s infuriating. I use to complain about it everytime I would take in the MDX for service and the mechanics would always laugh because people constantly complain about it.
You guys taste are weird. Definitely interior and exterior design of cx-90 looks better. Acura just put boring machine from pilot there
MDX is a smoother ride but the CX-90 does feel like a higher quality vehicle. Acura's fuel economy is terrible in all their SUV's. Our 2021 RDX FWD got 20mpg combined which is garbage for a compact SUV. I'd take the CX-90 of the 2.
Holy shit JODI! She's fantastic.
I feel you guys are too critical a lot of people are not driving nearly as nice of vehicles I think
You guys are nuts. The Mazda is a beautiful vehicle. Much nicer than the Acura. You need to look again.
Mazda looks more near-luxury than an Acura, and Mazda isn't a complete luxury brand
MDX for me
It is not an equal comparison.
Acura is too slow
MDX looks dated,I'll take the Mazda anytime
Honda boy embarrassed himself here ... CX90 is far superior to this Honda MDX . It is another slanted subjective "review" ... I will not watch or reads his "reviews" as it is waste of time
@danilika9420
10 ай бұрын
I’ve never been called a “Honda boy” before, so that’s pretty fun!
@kdomster9141
10 ай бұрын
@@danilika9420 Enjoy it I guess , I would not 😉
@danilika9420
10 ай бұрын
@@kdomster9141 Oh, I’m happy to enjoy the hilarity of it, that’s for sure! Thanks for watching!
@kdomster9141
10 ай бұрын
@@danilika9420 Your points are crooked and way off elevating MDX and downgrading CX90 making it look like another paid advert of a pseudo review.
@kdomster9141
9 ай бұрын
Absolutely will do as it is superbly designed and built vehicle for an attractive price ....
The girl is one of those people who only see a glass half full. What a waste of time, this review
Acura all the way… Mazda. Reds to stay in its lane . Mazda will never be a luxury brand in my mind. Acura and Lexus are the Japanese kings…
@Antwalls92
2 ай бұрын
They are not like BMW, but Mazda is more in the middle between mainstream and luxury now.