2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS vs 2023 Acura MDX

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS
$77,850MSRP
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2023 Acura MDX
2023 Acura MDX
$49,550MSRP
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2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS
$77,850MSRP
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2023 Acura MDX
$49,550MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$77,850

MSRP

$49,550

Average price

$98,237

Average price

$58,690

Listings

22

Listings

27
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

6.2 out of 10
Pros
  • Super Handling All-Wheel Drive
  • Stylish design
  • Great safety ratings
Cons
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Poor ergonomic design
  • Cramped third-row seat

2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS Reviews Summary

The SUV that’s now known as the GLS was launched for the 2007 model year as the GL-Class, when Mercedes decided it needed a bigger, more luxurious SUV to sit above the M-Class in its lineup. The GL-Class and M-Class were rebadged the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class and GLE-Class, respectively, in 2014 when Mercedes introduced a new naming scheme across its lineup.

The current version of the GLS was introduced for the 2020 model year, and represents the model’s third generation. It’s aimed at other full-size luxury SUVs, including the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Infiniti QX80, Land Rover Range Rover, Lincoln Navigator, and Lexus LX.

Four models are available in Canada: the base six-cylinder GLS 450 4Matic, the GLS 580 4Matic, the AMG GLS 63 4Matic+, and the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic. Availability is currently limited, and specifications for the 2022 model year are not available. However, they are expected to be very close to those listed for 2021, which were used as reference for the information provided here. We tested a U.S.-specification 2022 GLS 450 for this review.

2023 Acura MDX Reviews Summary

Guided by a new "Precision Crafted Performance" ethos, Acura has come a long way in the past six years. Though Honda’s luxury division canceled its NSX sports car and eliminated the sport-hybrid powertrain from its vehicles, Acura’s four remaining cars and SUVs boast appealing designs, satisfying driving character, and modern technologies. The 2023 Acura MDX is the midsize three-row crossover SUV of the lineup, last redesigned just one year ago.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.0L 362 hp I6

Engine

3.5L 290 hp V6

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

362 hp @ 5500 rpm

Horsepower

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

MPG City

18

MPG City

19

MPG Highway

24

MPG Highway

26
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS
$77,850MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2023 Acura MDX
2023 Acura MDX
$49,550MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS
$77,850MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Acura MDX
$49,550MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$77,850
$49,550
Average price
$98,237
$58,690
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
5.0
4.5
Expert reviews

7.3 out of 10

Read full review

6.2 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons
Pros
  • Super Handling All-Wheel Drive
  • Stylish design
  • Great safety ratings
Cons
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Poor ergonomic design
  • Cramped third-row seat
Summary

The SUV that’s now known as the GLS was launched for the 2007 model year as the GL-Class, when Mercedes decided it needed a bigger, more luxurious SUV to sit above the M-Class in its lineup. The GL-Class and M-Class were rebadged the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class and GLE-Class, respectively, in 2014 when Mercedes introduced a new naming scheme across its lineup.

The current version of the GLS was introduced for the 2020 model year, and represents the model’s third generation. It’s aimed at other full-size luxury SUVs, including the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Infiniti QX80, Land Rover Range Rover, Lincoln Navigator, and Lexus LX.

Four models are available in Canada: the base six-cylinder GLS 450 4Matic, the GLS 580 4Matic, the AMG GLS 63 4Matic+, and the Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4Matic. Availability is currently limited, and specifications for the 2022 model year are not available. However, they are expected to be very close to those listed for 2021, which were used as reference for the information provided here. We tested a U.S.-specification 2022 GLS 450 for this review.

Guided by a new "Precision Crafted Performance" ethos, Acura has come a long way in the past six years. Though Honda’s luxury division canceled its NSX sports car and eliminated the sport-hybrid powertrain from its vehicles, Acura’s four remaining cars and SUVs boast appealing designs, satisfying driving character, and modern technologies. The 2023 Acura MDX is the midsize three-row crossover SUV of the lineup, last redesigned just one year ago.
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Popular Features & Specs
Engine
3.0L 362 hp I6
3.5L 290 hp V6
Drive Train
AWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
7
7
Horsepower
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
290 hp @ 6200 rpm
MPG City
18
19
MPG Highway
24
26
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