2020 Acura MDX vs 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe

2020 Hyundai Santa Fe
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe
$26,275MSRP
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2020 Acura MDX
2020 Acura MDX
$44,500MSRP
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2020 Hyundai Santa Fe
$26,275MSRP
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2020 Acura MDX
$44,500MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$26,275

MSRP

$44,500

Average price

$26,181

Average price

$36,221

Listings

175

Listings

90
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.2 out of 10
Pros
  • Comfortable
  • Easy-to-use technology
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Potentially polarizing design
Pros
  • Standard advanced safety features
  • Spacious
Cons
  • Uninspired styling
  • Outdated technology

2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews Summary

Last year, Hyundai changed its approach to the Santa Fe. The smaller five-passenger Santa Fe Sport got drop-kicked from the automaker’s lineup, replaced by this completely redesigned version of the SUV. The larger seven-passenger Santa Fe got a new name for one model year (Santa Fe XL), and then the all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade replaced that vehicle.

With the Palisade’s arrival, there is just one Santa Fe for 2020, a five-passenger crossover that resides in a sweet spot between traditional compact and midsize models. It gets several updates, too, including an standard rear-seat reminder system, an available camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor system, and new design accents to better distinguish the top trim level.

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.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.4L 185 hp I4

Engine

3.5L 290 hp V6

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

185 hp @ 6000 rpm

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

MPG City

22

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

29

MPG Highway

27
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe
$26,275MSRP
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2020 Acura MDX
2020 Acura MDX
$44,500MSRP
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2020 Hyundai Santa Fe
$26,275MSRP
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2020 Acura MDX
$44,500MSRP
Overview
Overview
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Overview
MSRP
$26,275
$44,500
Average price
$26,181
$36,221
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.5
4.5
Expert reviews

8.8 out of 10

Read full review

7.2 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Comfortable
  • Easy-to-use technology
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Underwhelming base engine
  • Potentially polarizing design
Pros
  • Standard advanced safety features
  • Spacious
Cons
  • Uninspired styling
  • Outdated technology
Summary

Last year, Hyundai changed its approach to the Santa Fe. The smaller five-passenger Santa Fe Sport got drop-kicked from the automaker’s lineup, replaced by this completely redesigned version of the SUV. The larger seven-passenger Santa Fe got a new name for one model year (Santa Fe XL), and then the all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade replaced that vehicle.

With the Palisade’s arrival, there is just one Santa Fe for 2020, a five-passenger crossover that resides in a sweet spot between traditional compact and midsize models. It gets several updates, too, including an standard rear-seat reminder system, an available camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor system, and new design accents to better distinguish the top trim level.

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.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.4L 185 hp I4
3.5L 290 hp V6
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
7
Horsepower
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
22
20
MPG Highway
29
27
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