2021 Toyota Venza vs 2022 Acura MDX

2021 Toyota Venza
2021 Toyota Venza
$32,670MSRP
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2022 Acura MDX
2022 Acura MDX
$48,000MSRP
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2021 Toyota Venza
$32,670MSRP
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2022 Acura MDX
$48,000MSRP
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MSRP

$32,670

MSRP

$48,000

Average price

$39,536

Average price

$49,613

Listings

55

Listings

57
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

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?

2022 Acura MDX Reviews Summary

Skipping the 2021 model year, the Acura MDX leaps ahead into 2022, riding on a new platform with a new exterior design, new interior look, refreshed platform, and a more assertive attitude. Now entering its fourth generation of production since its introduction as a 2001 model, the MDX rewards its loyal audience with improvements across the board—while retaining its essential nature.
Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid

Engine

3.5L 290 hp V6

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

EV Battery Capacity

0.93 kWh

EV Battery Capacity

MPG City

40

MPG City

19

MPG Highway

37

MPG Highway

26
2021 Toyota Venza
2021 Toyota Venza
$32,670MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2022 Acura MDX
2022 Acura MDX
$48,000MSRP
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Overview
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2021 Toyota Venza
$32,670MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Acura MDX
$48,000MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$32,670
$48,000
Average price
$39,536
$49,613
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.5
4.7
Expert reviews

8.3 out of 10

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8.0 out of 10

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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?

Skipping the 2021 model year, the Acura MDX leaps ahead into 2022, riding on a new platform with a new exterior design, new interior look, refreshed platform, and a more assertive attitude. Now entering its fourth generation of production since its introduction as a 2001 model, the MDX rewards its loyal audience with improvements across the board—while retaining its essential nature.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid
3.5L 290 hp V6
Drive Train
AWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
7
Horsepower
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
0.93 kWh
MPG City
40
19
MPG Highway
37
26
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