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SUVs Acura MDX Acura MDX v. Honda Pilot
50 messages, Last post on Jul 06, 2009 at 7:24 AM
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I have just started shopping for a SUV. Along with the obvious criteria of handling, safety and price, I also care about the third row seat. Specifically, I want a SUV that can seat 7 adults, but do not want to buy one of the oversized SUVs (like Escalade or Navigator). Can the folks on this forum please offer their insights to help me decide between the three models? I have driven the MDX and really like it. I did not drive the X5 as it seemed like the 3rd row seats were extremely tight - even more so than the MDX (is that true or just my imagination?). I also like the Lexus GX470, but don't know enough about it yet. I plan to drive test it soon. I also drove the Audi Q7 but, to be honest, didn't find it to be worth the price. Thanks in advance. |
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Here are my options: 2006 MDX Touring w/NAV and RES, 35K miles $20,895 2006 MDX Touring w/NAV and RES, 28K miles $23,887 2006 Pilot EX-L w/RES, 26K miles $20,711 2008 Pilot SE w/RES, 19K miles $23,980 Thanks
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Replying to: dapnkap (Feb 11, 2009 12:32 pm) i had to make the same choice and went with the honda, but it was tough cause i really liked HID lights, memory seats, and having nav and res together.
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Replying to: jason330i (Feb 12, 2009 10:18 am) As far as cost of ownership, many Acura owners have maintenence done at the Honda shop where its generally cheaper, however most honda shops will not do warranty work.
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Replying to: upstatedoc (Feb 13, 2009 12:52 pm) still miss the memory seats though.
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We bought an MDX 3 months ago and could not be more pleased. We looked at the Pilot v. MDX v. Highlander. The Toyota salespeople were incredibly lame and the car looked cheap inside, plus the discounts were pretty mediocre (almost as pricey as MDX which had huge rebates) so the Highlander was soon eliminated. We also drove the Pilot but it just wasn't as nice. For $3k more we got a much much nicer car - better interior, nicer lines, better features - there really is no comparison. If you don't have the extra $3-5 grand then I guess you have to go with the cheaper model. But if you are buying new and financing with .9 or 2.9% this is really an easy choice. Also check out April 2009 consumer reports - the MDX gets a much higher rating than the Pilot - in fact the MDX is highest in its class. And the whole Acura experience is so much better. |
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Replying to: jason330i (Mar 05, 2009 7:25 am) |
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the pilot just got redesigned in 08 right or was it 09. the new redesign is decent but it it is stilla little big and boxy. some ppl say the pilot is the same as the mdx for less money but all they really share is the chassis. the pilot is maybe a little bigger so maybe you get some more room but the MDX is one of the larger mid size suvs as it is and your getting a good bit more luxury sportier fun to drive with it so to me its a case where its totally worth the little extra in price. Its not like it sthe same car with an acura badge on it for more money. you do get more. the pilot to me is just too big and boxy and drives like a truck. The MDX is the perfect combo of the sportier car like mid size suvs but still feels more truck like then say the RX or other simiiar mid size suvs. for me its the perfect larger side for mid size suvs but not too large like the pilot or others. sporty enough but also truck like enough and not so car like as some of the mid size suvs based on a car platform. mine as well get a sedan then while to me the mdx is one of the perfect combos in the size and sporty drive dept. there are others that will feel a little lighter and sportier to drive but others like the pilot that will be less sporty so again for me the MDX is the perfect combination best of both worlds. |
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Replying to: dapnkap (Feb 11, 2009 12:32 pm) I am in the market for either Pilot/MDX (2006). Can I know which city you are in? In Virgnia/DC metro, there are hardly any private party MDXs available and all the dealers are asking for lot more than you quoted. 2006 MDX Touring w/NAV and RES, 35K miles $20,895 is heck of a deal, the least that I got $25K. |
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