If you're shopping for a luxury three-row SUV and considering the 2026 Acura MDX, we have good news. It compares very favorably to each of its competitors, including one of its chief rivals - the Lexus TX. Acura of Sherman Oaks assesses the performance, cabin, and infotainment of these two vehicles and demonstrates why the Acura MDX is the superior pick.
Performance
When you get into the driver's seat of the 2026 Acura MDX at our Sherman Oaks, CA Acura dealership, you'll thrill to a powerful 3.5-liter V6 engine rated at 290 horsepower. This is 15 more horsepower than the equivalent engine in the Lexus TX. Also, the Acura MDX pairs its engine with a double-wishbone front suspension that delivers more responsive handling than the Lexus TX. And the icing on the cake: the Acura MDX comes with the Integrated Dynamics System, which includes four different drive modes. The Lexus TX also offers a four-mode system, but it's only attainable through a pricey trim upgrade.
Cabin
In the cabin of the 2026 Acura MDX, luxury is on full display. Look no further than the front seats, where both the driver and passenger benefit from 16-way power adjustment settings and nine massage functions. On the other hand, the Lexus TX tops out at 10-way driver and 4-way passenger adjustment capability. Moreover, Acura MDX buyers also get a panoramic moonroof standard, whereas the Lexus SUV only offers this feature as an option.
Infotainment
In the category of infotainment, the biggest difference between the Acura MDX and the Lexus TX is the inclusion of "Google built in." The new Acura SUV comes standard with the feature, but the Lexus TX doesn't offer it at all. This is a huge plus for Acura drivers, since they can check the weather, get directions, and download entertainment, all courtesy of great apps like Google Maps™ and Google Play™. Incidentally, the Acura MDX also comes standard with Alexa built-in™, which functions similarly to an in-home Amazon Echo speaker. This tech is also unavailable on the Lexus TX.
Test Drive the 2026 Acura MDX Near Van Nuys, CA
The riveting performance, classy cabin, and next-gen infotainment offered by the 2026 Acura MDX make it a must-have for SUV lovers. Get prequalified online for Acura finance and then visit Acura of Sherman Oaks to see up-close why the upside of the Acura MDX far exceeds that of its Lexus rival.
