2025 Acura MDX vs 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

$51,200 · Crossover

$61,500 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Acura MDX and the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar is the $10,300 MSRP difference, with the MDX starting at $51,200 versus the Velar's $61,500. This price delta is noteworthy when considering performance specifications. The MDX offers a substantial 43 horsepower advantage, generating 290 hp compared to the Velar's 247 hp, though the Velar counters with slightly higher torque (269 lb-ft vs. 267 lb-ft). Fuel economy is marginal, with the Velar achieving a 23 MPG combined rating against the MDX's 22 MPG combined, yet the Velar includes standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD) while the MDX is FWD standard. Additionally, cargo space varies drastically, with the Velar providing 30.9 cubic feet compared to the MDX's 18.1 cubic feet, illustrating distinct priorities in these two premium crossovers.

Size Comparison

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Fuel Efficiency

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Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Velar offers superior fuel efficiency at 23 MPG combined and standard AWD, which is advantageous for varied commuting conditions.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar provides substantially more utility with 30.9 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the MDX's 18.1 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Acura MDX

The Acura MDX delivers significantly more peak power with 290 horsepower versus the Velar's 247 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2025 Acura MDX

The Acura MDX is priced $10,300 lower while still offering 290 hp and a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Choose the Acura MDX if...

Maximum straight-line power is a priority, as the MDX produces 290 hp.
Achieving the lowest possible entry price point, starting at $51,200, is critical.
A more conventional FWD setup paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission is preferred.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if...

Superior rear storage volume of 30.9 cu ft is necessary for cargo hauling.
Standard All-Wheel Drive capability is required over the MDX's standard FWD.
A slightly better combined fuel economy rating of 23 MPG is sought.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura MDX	Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Length	198.4"	188.9"
Width	78.7"	-
Height	67.9"	66.3"
Wheelbase	113.8"	113.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	290 hp @ 6200 rpm	247 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	22/26 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/481.0 mi.	475.2/561.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	21.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	11	11
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Satellite Radio	—	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Front Head Room	38.5 in.	38.2 in.
Front Leg Room	41.6 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	—
Front Hip Room	59.3 in.	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way

Rearseats

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.1 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.5 in.	37.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.3 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	57.8 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	19 x 8.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/55R19	—
Wheel Diameter	—	19 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura MDX and 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

What is the primary performance difference between the 2025 MDX and the 2025 Velar?

The 2025 Acura MDX offers a significant advantage in peak output with 290 horsepower compared to the 247 horsepower from the Land Rover Range Rover Velar's engine. While the Velar has marginally more torque at 269 lb-ft, the MDX's higher horsepower rating suggests better acceleration capability overall.

How does the cargo capacity compare for practical family use?

The Range Rover Velar provides substantially more usable space for hauling gear, boasting 30.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity. Conversely, the Acura MDX offers only 18.1 cubic feet behind its rearmost seats, making the Velar the clear choice for family utility.

Which vehicle presents a better initial cost proposition?

The 2025 Acura MDX offers substantially better value upon entry, with an MSRP of $51,200, which is $10,300 less than the Velar’s $61,500 starting price. Considering the MDX still achieves 290 hp, its cost-to-power ratio is superior.

Is one vehicle more fuel-efficient than the other?

The difference is slight, but the 2025 Range Rover Velar leads with a combined fuel economy rating of 23 MPG compared to the MDX’s 22 MPG combined. Both recommend premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance.

Does the standard drivetrain configuration affect the purchase decision?

Yes, the standard drive type differs significantly; the MDX comes standard with Front Wheel Drive (FWD), whereas the Velar includes All-Wheel Drive (AWD) standard. This is a key consideration for drivers prioritizing traction in varied weather conditions.

How do the overall exterior dimensions differ between these crossovers?

The 2025 Acura MDX is physically longer at 198.4 inches compared to the Velar's 188.9 inches, suggesting potentially different maneuvering characteristics. The MDX is also wider at 78.7 inches versus the Velar's unlisted width relative to the MDX, though the MDX is taller as well.