Comparison - Acura MDX 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer ST 2020

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Acura MDX A-Spec 2022

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

57,400

Updated:

09 Dec 2020

54,740

Updated:

25 Jan 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2022

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

18.50gals

21.80gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Lunar Silver Metallic

#8D919A

Platinum White Pearl

#F4F4F4

Performance Red Pearl

#971C30

Apex Blue Pearl

#022A72

Liquid Carbon Metallic

#666770

Majestic Black Pearl

#1C252D

Color:

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#727476

Star white Metallic Tri-coat

#FDFFFB

Blue Diamond Metallic

#264154

Atlas Blue Metallic

#0741D6

Rich Copper Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#4A1414

Lucid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Silver Spruce metallic

#B1BBB1

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

Pros
Sharp styling,
surprisingly nimble chassis,
high-tech cabin.

Cons
Tight third row passenger space,
mediocre fuel economy ratings,
fussy infotainment touchpad.

By:

caranddriver.com

Pros
Expressive shape
Swell ride and handling
Even more space
Type S performance and comfort
Strong in safety

Cons
Hybrid’s gone...
...and gas mileage remains mediocre
Third-row access is tight
Tetchy touchpad interface

By:

thecarconnection.com

Although it looks much like the model it replaces, the Explorer is all new for 2020 and boasts much-improved ride and handling, interior features, and modern powertrains.

Pros
Composed ride,
plentiful cargo space,
comfortable driving position.

Cons
Cramped third row,
some subpar interior materials,
desirable twin-turbo V-6 is pricey.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2020 Ford Explorer's #17 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.4 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Impressive standard safety and tech features
Broad, airy cabin
Lots of cargo space
Lineup of powerful, refined engines

Cons
Bland interior in lower trims
So-so upgraded infotainment system

By:

usnews.com

The Ford Explorer is fully redesigned for 2020.Part of the sixth Explorer generation introduced for 2020.

Pros
ncreased passenger space and cargo room
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Additional tech and driver assistance features
New hybrid and high-performance ST versions

Cons
Maximum seating capacity is seven, and most are equipped to seat six
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Interior materials could be better in the higher trims
Not enough USB ports

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

18.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

25.00mpg

24.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

3.00L

Torque:

267ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

415ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

290hp

at 6 200rpm

400hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Single overhead cam (SOHC)

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

40.50Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

198.40in

199.30in

Width:

78.70in

78.90in

Height:

67.10in

70.20in

Ground Clearance:

7.30in

8.30in

Front Track:

66.90in

Rear Track:

66.90in

Wheel Base:

113.80in

119.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.50

40.70

Rear Head Room:

38.10

40.50

Front Leg Room:

41.60in

43.00in

Rear leg room:

38.50in

39.00in

Front Hip Room:

59.30in

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.90in

61.80in

Rear Hip Room:

57.80in

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

60.30in

61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

95.00cu.ft

87.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

18.10cu.ft

18.20cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

18.20degrees

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.20degrees

21.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4534.00lbs

4701.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Premium Leather/Sueded Microfiber

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Leather

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Multi-Level Heating

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

12.3-inch wide full-HD center display

16 Total Speakers

1 Subwoofer(S)

710 Watts Stereo Output

USB Connection

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

USB With External Media Control

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Front Disc

Front Solid Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Rear Solid Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Equipment Group 400A

Street Package

Premium Technology Package

Track Package

Exterior Options:

Wheel Lock Kit

Roof Rack Crossbars

License Plate Bracket

Dual Panel Moonroof

Splash Guards

Interior Options:

All-Weather Floor Mats

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Rear Cargo Well Protector

Smokers Kit W/Element

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ebony, Premium leather/sueded microfiber

#0F0F0F

Red, Premium leather/sueded microfiber

#A02720

Color:

Ebony, leather

#000000

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Ford Explorer ST 2020

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Comparison - Acura MDX 2021 - vs - Ford Explorer ST 2020

General

Also called:

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Also called:

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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