Poll: Acura MDX or Volvo XC90?
Luxury crossovers are popular with all kinds of drivers, from affluent young professionals to retirees. Two of the best available on the market today are the Acura MDX and brand-new Volvo XC90.
Acrua’s offering in this segment features a 3.5-liter V6 engine that’s good for 290 horses and 267 lb-ft of twist. It’s matched exclusively to a nine-speed automatic transmission for maximum, er, shifting. A 111-inch wheelbase helps provide upward of 132 cubic feet of maximum cargo space.
The XC90 is a Swedish rival to this fancy Honda. It’s powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. That may seem a little bit too small until you realize it’s BOTH turbo- and supercharged. This helps it deliver a muscular 316 ponies and 295 units of twist. Understated Scandinavian design inside and out further sweeten the deal.
Compare the MDX and XC90 right here. Learn more about these luxury crossovers before casting your vote.
Born and raised in metro Detroit, Craig was steeped in mechanics from childhood. He feels as much at home with a wrench or welding gun in his hand as he does behind the wheel or in front of a camera. Putting his Bachelor's Degree in Journalism to good use, he's always pumping out videos, reviews, and features for AutoGuide.com. When the workday is over, he can be found out driving his fully restored 1936 Ford V8 sedan. Craig has covered the automotive industry full time for more than 10 years and is a member of the Automotive Press Association (APA) and Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA).
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Can I get the Volvo chassis with the Acura drivetrain? Didn't think so. I'll take a Q7 TDI.