2021 Toyota Venza vs 2020 Acura MDX

2020 Acura MDX
2020 Acura MDX
$44,500MSRP
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2021 Toyota Venza
2021 Toyota Venza
$32,670MSRP
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2020 Acura MDX
$44,500MSRP
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2021 Toyota Venza
$32,670MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$44,500

MSRP

$32,670

Average price

$36,271

Average price

$39,536

Listings

90

Listings

55
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10
Pros
  • Standard advanced safety features
  • Spacious
Cons
  • Uninspired styling
  • Outdated technology

2020 Acura MDX Reviews Summary

The Acura MDX is the best-selling three-row luxury SUV of all time, with solid performances through three generations of production since 2001. While it may not be an industry leader in any one category, the MDX delivers competitive levels of comfort, convenience, and technology and an attractive overall package that has spawned a loyal repeat audience.

2021 Toyota Venza Reviews Summary

At first glance, the 2021 Toyota Venza looks more like a Lexus than a typical Toyota, which is fitting, because the Venza is anything but typical. The new Venza blends a new approach to in-car technology with fresh exterior and interior design.

Like the Nissan Murano, Honda Passport, Ford Edge, and Chevrolet Blazer, the 2021 Venza is a two-row SUV meant to be more sophisticated than the family-friendly Nissan Rogue, Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Equinox, and Toyota RAV4. There is no three-row Venza option.

It also comes only with a hybrid powertrain—for better or worse—something that its competition is lacking. All-wheel drive is also standard.

The Venza’s $38,490 Canadian starting price is slightly higher than the Murano and Blazer, but it comes with the traditionally more expensive hybrid powertrain. Is the hybrid worth shelling out a little more for in a new vehicle?

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.5L 290 hp V6

Engine

2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

0.93 kWh

MPG City

20

MPG City

40

MPG Highway

27

MPG Highway

37
2020 Acura MDX
2020 Acura MDX
$44,500MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2021 Toyota Venza
2021 Toyota Venza
$32,670MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2020 Acura MDX
$44,500MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Toyota Venza
$32,670MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$44,500
$32,670
Average price
$36,271
$39,536
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.5
4.5
Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10

Read full review

8.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Standard advanced safety features
  • Spacious
Cons
  • Uninspired styling
  • Outdated technology
Summary
The Acura MDX is the best-selling three-row luxury SUV of all time, with solid performances through three generations of production since 2001. While it may not be an industry leader in any one category, the MDX delivers competitive levels of comfort, convenience, and technology and an attractive overall package that has spawned a loyal repeat audience.

At first glance, the 2021 Toyota Venza looks more like a Lexus than a typical Toyota, which is fitting, because the Venza is anything but typical. The new Venza blends a new approach to in-car technology with fresh exterior and interior design.

Like the Nissan Murano, Honda Passport, Ford Edge, and Chevrolet Blazer, the 2021 Venza is a two-row SUV meant to be more sophisticated than the family-friendly Nissan Rogue, Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Equinox, and Toyota RAV4. There is no three-row Venza option.

It also comes only with a hybrid powertrain—for better or worse—something that its competition is lacking. All-wheel drive is also standard.

The Venza’s $38,490 Canadian starting price is slightly higher than the Murano and Blazer, but it comes with the traditionally more expensive hybrid powertrain. Is the hybrid worth shelling out a little more for in a new vehicle?

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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
3.5L 290 hp V6
2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid
Drive Train
FWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
7
5
Horsepower
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
0.93 kWh
MPG City
20
40
MPG Highway
27
37
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