2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs 2026 Acura MDX

$61,500 · Crossover

$51,800 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Range Rover Velar and the 2026 Acura MDX is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), where the Velar starts at $61,500 compared to the MDX's $51,800, representing a $9,700 initial outlay difference. Performance metrics show the MDX leading significantly in baseline power, offering 290 hp versus the Velar's 247 hp, though the Velar maintains a torque advantage with 269 lb-ft against the MDX's 267 lb-ft. Fuel economy figures are marginally better for the Velar, achieving 23 combined MPG versus the MDX's 22 combined MPG. The MDX is substantially larger, measuring 198.4 inches long, exceeding the Velar’s 188.9-inch length, yet the Velar provides superior utility with 30.9 cubic feet of cargo space compared to the MDX’s 18.1 cu ft. The base drivetrain configurations also differ, with the Velar employing standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD) versus the MDX's standard Front-Wheel Drive (FWD).

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar's slightly better combined fuel economy of 23 MPG versus the MDX's 22 MPG offers minor long-term operational savings for daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Velar offers substantially more usable storage space, providing 30.9 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the MDX's 18.1 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Acura MDX

The 2026 Acura MDX delivers 290 horsepower, a 43 hp advantage over the Velar's 247 hp rating, suggesting superior straight-line acceleration.

💰 Best Value

2026 Acura MDX

The Acura MDX achieves victory in value by offering 43 more horsepower for $9,700 less in base MSRP.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if...

You require standard All-Wheel Drive capability without opting for an upgrade package.
Maximum usable cargo capacity is paramount, as the Velar provides 30.9 cu ft.
The prestige associated with the Land Rover badge and styling outweighs the initial purchase price.

Choose the Acura MDX if...

Achieving the highest possible base horsepower (290 hp) within this segment is a priority.
Minimizing initial acquisition cost is key, given the $9,700 lower starting MSRP.
A longer overall vehicle length of 198.4 inches is preferred for visual presence or potential interior room metrics not specified.

Key Dimensions

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

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Acura
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear 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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

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

Drive Train

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

Fuel

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

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

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

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Acura
Front Head Room	38.2 in.	38.5 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	41.6 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	2-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 Manual Adjustments	2-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
Front Shoulder Room	—	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	—	59.3 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

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

Tires and Wheels

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

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Acura
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 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 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and 2026 Acura MDX.

What is the horsepower discrepancy between the 2025 Velar and the 2026 MDX?

The 2026 Acura MDX has a noticeable power advantage, producing 290 horsepower from its base engine. The 2025 Range Rover Velar’s standard engine yields 247 horsepower, resulting in a 43 hp difference favoring the Acura.

How does the MSRP difference translate to the purchase decision?

The Velar starts at $61,500, making it $9,700 more expensive than the MDX's $51,800 starting price. This significant cost variance must be weighed against the respective standard feature sets, such as the Velar's standard AWD versus the MDX's FWD baseline.

Which vehicle offers better practical storage capacity?

The 2025 Range Rover Velar provides significantly more standard cargo volume at 30.9 cu ft. Conversely, the 2026 Acura MDX offers only 18.1 cu ft of base cargo space.

Are the required fuel types different for these two crossovers?

No, both vehicles currently require premium unleaded fuel, according to the provided specifications. The Velar achieves marginally better efficiency at 23 combined MPG compared to the MDX's 22 combined MPG.

Which vehicle has better standard drivetrain configuration?

The 2025 Range Rover Velar comes equipped standard with All-Wheel Drive, which often provides superior traction in various conditions. The 2026 Acura MDX utilizes a standard Front-Wheel Drive setup in its base trim.

What are the dimensional differences between the two models?

The Acura MDX is longer at 198.4 inches compared to the Velar’s 188.9 inches, indicating a longer wheelbase or front/rear overhang. The Velar is slightly lower in height at 66.3 inches versus the MDX's 67.9 inches.