Comparison - Subaru Forester Limited 2018 - vs - Acura MDX Technology Package 2018

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

29,395

Updated:

18 Feb 2018

52,800

Updated:

01 Apr 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2019

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

7-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

15.90gals

19.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Crystal Black Silica

#3D393A

Crystal White Pearl

#E7E7E7

Dark Gray Metallic

#333333

Ice Silver Metallic

#686672

Jasmine Green Metallic

#777581

Quartz Blue Pearl

#365890

Venetian Red Pearl

#882A3A

Color:

Majestic Black Pearl

#1C252D

Gunmetal Metallic

#5F5E63

Lunar Silver Metallic

#A9A9A9

Modern Steel Metallic

#616267

White Diamond Pearl

#DEDDDA

Fathom Blue Pearl

#123969

Performance Red Pearl

#971C30

Canyon Bronze Metallic

#6D5247

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 Subaru Forester ranked #5 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Subaru Forester has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent cargo capacity
Spacious rear seats
Good mpg ratings, even with standard all-wheel drive
Many available safety features

Cons
Interior design and build quality trail some rivals'
Fewer tech features than rivals

By:

usnews.com

The 2018 Subaru Forester continues to offer top safety scores, remarkable space inside, and all-round versatility; it’s still one of the best small SUVs, and a good value for money.

Pros
Fun to drive, good ride
Excellent safety ratings and systems
Good outward visibility
Standard all-wheel drive
Peppy Turbo option, CVT among the best

Cons
Front seats small for some
Priciest trims still not that premium
No manual gearbox for turbo engine
Paddle shifters only on turbo

By:

thecarconnection.com

For 2018, the Subaru Forester offers a new Black Edition trim package that adds black-finished wheels, body trim and grille. The interior also receives black cloth upholstery and black gloss dashboard trim. Limited trim levels also get a new cargo area cover, while Touring trims now include Subaru's EyeSight safety package as standard along with automatic high beams and reverse automatic braking.

PROS
All-wheel drive comes standard and doesn't sink fuel economy
High ground clearance offers better than average off-road ability
Airy interior with plenty of room for adults both front and rear
Optional turbocharged engine makes Forester very quick

CONS
Modest tow rating limits overall utility
Cabin design and materials are just average
Handling isn't as sporty as some rivals
CVT feels less responsive and refined than a traditional automatic

By:

edmunds.com

The 2019 Acura MDX Hybrid ranked #15 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Acura MDX Hybrid has a score of 8.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 16 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Quick acceleration
Agile handling
Good fuel economy

Cons
Rivals are more luxurious inside
Several competitors provide more cargo space

By:

usnews.com

Full of tech and full of people, the 2019 Acura MDX is a safe—and conservative—pick among family-sized crossover SUVs.

PROS
Agreeable styling
Interesting options
Capable all-wheel drive system
Great standard features
Plenty of room

CONS
Expensive options
Busy transmission
Confusing trim/package choices
A-Spec is all for looks

By:

thecarconnection.com

Revised calibrations for transmission programming and engine idle-stop system.Advance package-equipped MDXs have continuously variable suspension dampers.New A-Spec variant.The 2019 Acura MDX comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.

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

Cons
Cabin looks and feels less luxurious than those of some rivals
Adaptive cruise control can be slow to respond and abrupt when it does

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

26.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

32.00mpg

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Flat

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.50L

3.00L

Torque:

174ft-lbs

at 4 100rpm

289ft-lbs

at 5 000rpm

Horsepower:

170hp

at 5 800rpm

321hp

at 6 300rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Single overhead cam (SOHC)

Turning Circle:

34.80Feet

38.40Feet

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:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

181.50in

196.20in

Width:

70.70in

77.70in

Height:

68.20in

67.40in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

7.30in

Front Track:

66.30in

Rear Track:

66.30in

Wheel Base:

103.90in

111.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.00

38.10

Rear Head Room:

37.50

38.30

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

41.40in

Rear leg room:

38.00in

36.60in

Front Hip Room:

53.90in

57.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.00in

61.10in

Rear Hip Room:

53.00in

57.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

56.50in

59.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

68.50cu.ft

68.40cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1500lbs

3500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

31.50cu.ft

15.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

23.00degrees

14.90degrees

Angle of Departure:

25.00degrees

17.40degrees

Curb Weight:

3455.00lbs

4471.00lbs

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:

Heated mirrors

2 one-touch power windows

Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Leather

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

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

Rear Seats Features:

Reclining rear seats

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

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

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:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather Steering Wheel

Interior Air Filtration

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn signal in mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

6 total speakers

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

10 total speakers

1 subwoofer(s)

501 watts stero output

Speed sensitive volume control

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:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

solid rear 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:

Security System Shock Sensor

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Post-collision safety system

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Blind-Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System

4-Wheel ABS

2 Front Headrests

3 Rear Headrests

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

Pre-Collision Safety System

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Airbag Deployment Notification

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance

Destination Download

Destination Guidance (Also Turn-By-Turn Navigation)

Options

Packages:

Standard Model - 2.5i Limited

Popular Package #2

EyeSight, Navigation System, Audio W/Harmon Kardon Amplifier And Speakers

Navigation System, Audio W/Harmon Kardon Amplifier And Speakers

Exterior Options:

Wheel Lock Kit (Alloy Wheels)

Body Side Molding Kit Ice Silver Metallic

Wheel Arch Moldings

Body Side Molding Kit Dark Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guard Crystal Black Silica

Door Edge Guard Ice Silver Metallic

Door Edge Guard Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guard Jasmine Green

Splash Guards

Rear Bumper Cover

Door Edge Guard Quartz Blue Pearl

Door Edge Guard Venetian Red Pearl

Front Bumper Underguard

Cross Bar Set - Aero

Sport Grille

Trailer Hitch And Harness

Body Side Molding Kit Jasmine Green

Door Edge Guard Dark Gray Metallic

Rear Bumper Underguard

Body Side Molding Kit Venetian Red

Body Side Molding Kit Crystal Black Silica

Body Side Molding Kit Quartz Blue Pearl

Body Side Molding Kit Crystal White Pearl

Interior Options:

Compartment Separator

Cargo Net Rear Seat Back

Sunshade

Cargo Net Side

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass

Cargo Net Rear

Tweeter Kit

Rear Seat Back Protector

All-Weather Floor Mats

STI Leather Shift Knob CVT

Footwell Illumination Kit - red

Kicker Audio Upgrade Package

Auto-Dimming Mirror w/Compass and Homelink

Speaker Kit

Side Still Plate-Front

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection

Interior & Exterior Auto Dimming Mirror W/ Homelink & Approach Lighting & Blind Spot Detection

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, cloth

#343436

Gray, cloth

#A9A6A3

Color:

Ebony, leather

#101010

Graystone, leather

#78756F

Parchment, leather

#CFC0A3

Espresso, leather

#473C38

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Acura MDX Sport Hybrid 2019

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Comparison - Subaru Forester Limited 2018 - vs - Acura MDX Technology Package 2018

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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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