2024 Honda Pilot vs. 2024 Acura MDX

When you’re driving your growing family around Neptune Beach, you’ll need a capable, spacious three-row SUV to keep everyone happy. Between the new Honda Pilot and Acura MDX, which one should you get when you trade in your current model? Both models offer generously spaced cabins, the latest technology, and potent powerhouses. But for a significantly lower starting cost, the 2024 Honda Pilot has more interior space and almost the same performance as the 2024 Acura MDX. Find out the details in the following Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX guide.

Does the MDX or Pilot Perform Better?

Between taking the kids to school and running all of your errands, the time you spend on the road adds up quickly. That said, you’ll need a durable SUV that can handle your busy schedule in Orange Park. When we look at the new Honda Pilot vs. Acura MDX standard performance, you’ll see that both models are evenly matched. They both come equipped with standard FWD and have available AWD if you want to upgrade. They can also tow up to 5,000 pounds and even share similar performance specs as you can see below:

2024 Honda Pilot:

• 3.5L V6 engine
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Up to 285 horsepower
• Up to 262 lb-ft of Torque
• Up to 19 MPG City / 27 MPG Highway**

2024 Acura MDX:

• 3.5L V6 engine
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Up to 290 horsepower
• Up to 267 lb-ft of torque
• Up to 19 MPG City / 26 MPG Highway

Is the MDX or Pilot’s Cabin More Spacious?

Interior space is an important factor in the Acura MDX vs. Honda Pilot showdown. Both three-row SUVs have plenty of room, but only the Pilot has a seating capacity of eight while the MDX can only seat seven passengers regardless of the trim. Not to mention, the Pilot also has more cargo volume behind the first, second, and third row of seats! Whether you and your family are visiting Spring Park in Green Cove Springs or one of the top-rated parks in Jacksonville, everyone will be comfortable inside the Pilot and can bring all of their essentials with them. See the interior dimensions here:

2024 Honda Pilot

• Passenger Capacity: Eight
• Passenger Volume: 158.4 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 3rd row: 21.8 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 2nd row: 59.5 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 1st row: 111.8 cubic feet

2024 Acura MDX

• Passenger Capacity: Seven
• Passenger Volume: 139.1 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 3rd row: 18.1 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 2nd row: 48.4 cubic feet
• Cargo Volume behind the 1st row: 95 cubic feet

Experience the Honda Pilot at Honda of the Avenues

So will it be the MDX or Pilot for your St. Augustine excursions? The Pilot has some clear advantages while being the more affordable option. Get in touch with the team at Honda of the Avenues today if you’d like to take the Pilot for a test drive! We’re excited to see you in our Jacksonville showroom soon.