Comparison - Acura MDX Type S 2022 - vs - Toyota Sequoia Capstone 2023

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
66,700
Updated: 
17 Jun 2021
$
78,300
Updated: 
21 Jul 2022
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2022
2023
Total Seating: 
7
7
Transmission: 
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
4
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
18.50gals
22.50gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Lunar Silver Metallic
#8D919A
Tiger Eye Pearl
#AE6C16
Platinum White Pearl
#F4F4F4
Performance Red Pearl
#971C30
Apex Blue Pearl
#022A72
Liquid Carbon Metallic
#666770
Majestic Black Pearl
#1C252D
Color: 
ICE CAP
#FFFFFF
WIND CHILL PEARL
#E3E9E9
CELESTIAL SILVER METALLIC
#828387
LUNAR ROCK
#949B96
ARMY GREEN
#5D6154
SOLAR OCTANE *
#F5603C
MAGNETIC GRAY METALLIC
#8F8F91
MIDNIGHT BLACK METALLIC
#00031E
SMOKED MESQUITE
#6B544A
SUPERSONIC RED *
#BC2121
BLUEPRINT
#596899

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Fully redesigned for 2022.

Pros
Comfortable cabin and ample cargo space
Balances sporty handling with a relaxed ride
Generous array of features and driver aids for the money
Quick acceleration from the Type S model

Cons
Standard engine can be noisy and lacks the power of turbocharged rivals
Infotainment touchpad requires a steep learning curve

By: 
edmunds.com

Acura redesigned the MDX for 2022, skipping the 2021 model year. The new SUV shares its styling and technology with the recently revamped RDX and TLX models.

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
Huge fuel economy gains
Seriously improved towing capacity
Thoughtful and easy third-row access

Cons
Unsettled ride quality
Interior quality fails to match the price tag
Mushy brake pedal saps confidence

By: 
motortrend.com

Pros
Handsome new styling,
powerful and relatively efficient hybrid powertrain,
quiet cabin.

Cons
Rear-seat headroom is limited,
feels unwieldy to drive,
third row of seats don't fold flat into the floor.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Ample power from the V6 hybrid drivetrain
Impressive list of standard and available tech features
Comfortable ride for a truck-based SUV
High max towing capacity

Cons
Noticeable wind noise at highway speed
Awkward third-row seating position

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
17.00mpg
19.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
21.00mpg
22.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
24
Cylinders: 
6
V
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.00L
Torque: 
354ft-lbs
at 1 400rpm
583ft-lbs
at 2 400rpm
Horsepower: 
355hp
at 5 500rpm
437hp
at 5 200rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
40.50Feet
40.22Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Adaptive Cruise Control
Keyless Ignition
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Sun Sensor
Leather Steering Wheel
Drive Mode Select (DMS) switch and dial
Smart Key System with Push Button Start; remote keyless entry with lock, unlock, panic and tailgate release functions, and remote illuminated entry
Heated steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
198.40in
208.10in
Width: 
78.40in
79.80in
Height: 
67.10in
74.50in
Ground Clearance: 
6.70in
8.60in
Front Track: 
68.60in
Rear Track: 
68.60in
Wheel Base: 
113.80in
122.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.50
39.30
Rear Head Room: 
38.10
37.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.60in
41.20in
Rear leg room: 
38.50in
39.20in
Front Hip Room: 
59.30in
62.60in
Front Shoulder Room: 
61.90in
65.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.80in
60.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
60.30in
61.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
95.00cu.ft
86.90cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
8980lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
18.10cu.ft
11.50cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
18.20degrees
15.00degrees
Angle of Departure: 
21.20degrees
20.00degrees
Curb Weight: 
4741.00lbs
6185.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
Soft-touch instrument panel, center console and door surfaces

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
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
Power windows with one-touch auto up/down and jam protection
Manual second- and third-row sunshades
Flip-up rear window with defogger and privacy glass

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
12 -Way Power Driver Seat
12 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Bucket Front Seats
Driver Seat Thigh Extension
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
Heated and ventilated front and rear seats
Reclining, fold-down, fold-up, tumble-forward captain's chairs with center armrests on outboard seats
adjustable headrests; one-touch access to third row
Driver's-seat memory function
Semi-aniline leather-trimmed seats with premium contrast stitching;
10-way power-adjustable driver's and front passenger seats
4-way 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

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Independent double-wishbone front suspension
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
coil-spring multi-link rear suspension
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Overhead console with window control
Rear-seat air vents

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
1 Subwoofer(S)
16 Total Speakers
710 Watts Stereo Output
USB Connection
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)
14 speakers
14-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen
wireless Android Auto™ * & Apple CarPlay
Qi-compatible wireless smartphone charging * with charge indicator light
10-in. color Head-Up Display (HUD) with speedometer, navigation * and Hybrid System Indicator

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Power tilt/slide panoramic roof with power sunshade
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
21 X 9.5 In.
22
Wheels more: 
Puncture-Sealing Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21
Width: 
265.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R22

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
4-Wheel ABS
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Turn Signal Mirrors
Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), * Automatic High Beams (AHB), * Road Sign Assist (R
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) * and Trailer Merge Warning

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ebony, Premium leather/sueded microfiber
#0F0F0F
Orchid/Black, Premium leather/sueded microfiber
#BAB5AE
Red, Premium leather/sueded microfiber
#A02720