Comparison - Acura MDX Base 2017 - vs - Buick Enclave Avenir 2021

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

49,576

Updated:

28 Nov 2016

56,000

Updated:

04 Aug 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Front Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2017

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

19.50gals

22.00gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Crystal Black Pearl

#2A2A2A

Dark Cherry Pearl

#532831

Lunar Silver Metallic

#A9A9A9

Modern Steel Metallic

#616267

White Diamond Pearl

#DEDDDA

Color:

Dark Slate Metallic

#576e74

Ebony Twilight Metallic

#1c2427

Satin Steel Metallic

#9ba0ab

Rich Garnet Metallic

#F3F3F3

White Frost Tricoat

#FAFAFA

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2017 Acura MDX ranks 10 out of 21 Luxury Midsize SUVs. The 2017 Acura MDX is a well-rounded and reasonably priced option for drivers looking for a well-equipped luxury midsize SUV.The 2017 Acura MDX ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category.

Pros
Balanced ride and handling
Excellent fuel economy
More standard driver assistance features than rivals

Cons
Cumbersome infotainment system
Less cargo space than 3-row rivals

By:

usnews.com

The 2017 Acura MDX is one of the best-driving, most technologically advanced three-row luxury crossovers, and a new Sport Hybrid model and active suspension should only add to that reputation.
Among luxury crossovers, the Acura MDX is a standout in nearly every possible way—and it stands as quite a counterpoint to the brand’s sedans, which can’t seem to get proper traction in the market.While this model is already one of the best-driving models in its class, the 2017 Acura MDX has been given ride and handling improvements, more standard active-safety features, and a new Sport Hybrid variant that promises both better performance and higher fuel economy numbers.We give it a 7.5 out of 10.

Pros
New Sport Hybrid
Refined and quiet
Great handling
Space for six

Cons
Rough-shifting transmission
Too much bright trim
Complex infotainment interface
Lacks steering feedback

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2017 Acura MDX receives a comprehensive face-lift, including a new front end with fresh headlight and grille designs. A Sport Hybrid model debuts with more power and better fuel economy than the regular MDX. New standard features for 2017 include capless fueling, an electronic parking brake, auto high beams, additional USB ports and the AcuraWatch suite of active safety aids (previously optional on some MDX versions). Newly available features include 20-inch wheels, LED foglights, automatic locking when you walk away from the vehicle, power-folding mirrors, a surround-view camera system, a heated steering wheel, upgraded wood trim and second-row captain's chairs.

Pros
Generous array of features and active driver aids for the money
Optional SH-AWD system enhances handling and all-season surefootedness
Smooth and confident acceleration from the V6 engine
Quiet, comfortable and spacious cabin

Cons
Touchscreen isn't user-friendly and graphics are subpar
Cabin looks and feels less luxurious than some rivals
Clunky auto stop-start function
Adaptive cruise control can be slow to respond and abrupt when it does

By:

edmunds.com

HIGHS:
Standard active-safety tech, newly refined schnoz, excellent handling.

LOWS
No longer the best, expensive option packages, frustrating infotainment system.

Still a compelling alternative to European luxury SUVs.

By:

caranddriver.com

No significant changes for 2021.

Pros
Generous cargo and passenger room
Quiet and smooth ride
Plenty of standard features
Lots of device charging solutions

Cons
Many advanced safety features only available on top trim levels
Pricier than non-luxury rivals, but cabin materials aren't much nicer
Thirstier than V6-powered competitors

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edmunds.com

The 2021 Buick Enclave is the smoother, smothering three-row crossover in GM’s stable.

Pros
Great look
Comfortable ride
Good touchscreen
Handsome interior

Cons
Automatic braking not available on all models
Limited body colors on base version
Spendy Avenir
Not very fuel-efficient

By:

thecarconnection.com

Buick's three-row family SUV rolls over to 2021 with only a few tweaks. Premium and Avenir models now come standard with power-adjustable lumbar support for the front seats and a massage feature, while the air ionizer is no longer available. Those two top models also receive a formerly optional package of driver-assistance features—including automated emergency braking and lane-keeping assist—as standard.

Pros
Upscale exterior styling,
plenty of tech features are standard,
large cargo bay.

Cons
Down-market interior materials,
no standard driver-assists on lower trims,
V-6 engine isn't particularly efficient.

By:

caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

17.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

27.00mpg

25.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

3.60L

Torque:

267ft-lbs

at 4 700rpm

266ft-lbs

at 2 800rpm

Horsepower:

290hp

at 6 200rpm

310hp

at 6 800rpm

Cam Type:

Single overhead cam (SOHC)

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.70Feet

39.00Feet

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

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

196.20in

204.30in

Width:

77.20in

78.80in

Height:

67.40in

69.90in

Ground Clearance:

5.60in

7.70in

Front Track:

66.30in

Rear Track:

66.30in

Wheel Base:

111.00in

120.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.10

41.00

Rear Head Room:

38.30

39.90

Front Leg Room:

41.40in

41.20in

Rear leg room:

36.60in

38.90in

Front Hip Room:

57.50in

59.10in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.10in

62.40in

Rear Hip Room:

57.80in

57.70in

Rear Shoulder room:

59.10in

61.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

68.40cu.ft

97.60cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

14.90cu.ft

23.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

14.90degrees

Angle of Departure:

17.40degrees

Curb Weight:

4001.00lbs

4685.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

More Instruments:

Center and rear limited slip differential

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

hands-free entry

Heated mirrors

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

8 -way power passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Leather

Multi-level heating passenger seat

bucket front seats

height adjustable passenger seat

multi-level heating driver seat

ventilated driver seat

ventilated passenger seat

leather

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

2 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Massaging

6 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding with storage center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Reclining rear seats

Manual folding split-bench third row seats

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

power folding split-bench third row seats

rear ventilation ducts with fan control

reclining rear seats

Folding rear seatback

folding center armrest

multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Front stabilizer bar,

Rear Suspension:

Rear stabilizer bar

rear stabilizer bar,

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

four-wheel independent suspension,

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn signal in mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

8 total speakers

1 subwoofer(s)

432 watts stero output

Speed sensitive volume control

speed sensitive volume control

Bose premium brand speakers

auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

10 total speakers

USB connection

1 subwoofer(s)

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

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:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Front Ventilated Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid rear disc brakes

Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Post-collision safety system

Rear height adjustable headrests

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear center 3-point belt

LED headlamp

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Turn signal mirrors

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

remote anti-theft alarm system

pre-collision safety system

post-collision safety system

LED headlamp

blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system

Options

Packages:

Hit The Road Package

Avenir Technology Package

Trailering Package

Exterior Options:

Front and Rear Splash Guards

Wheel Lock Kit

Molded Assist Steps

Front License Plate Bracket Mounting Package

Roof Rack Cross Rails

Keyless Entry Keypad

Interior Options:

Buick Interior Protection Package

Collapsible Cargo Organizer

Floor Liner Package

Universal Tablet Holders

Cargo Package

Illuminated Front Door Sill Plates

Rear Seat Infotainment System W/DVD Player

Horizontal Cargo Net

Rear Seat Infotainment System

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ebony, leather

#101010

Graystone, leather

#78756F

Parchment, leather

#CFC0A3

Color:

Ebony seats w/Ebony Interior Accents, leather

#000000

Chestnut seats w/Ebony Interior Accents, leather

#684c48

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Comparison - Acura MDX Base 2017 - vs - Buick Enclave Avenir 2021

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Expert Reviews

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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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