2026 Acura MDX vs 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

$51,800 · Crossover

$61,600 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2026 Acura MDX and the 2026 Range Rover Velar often boils down to balancing performance, prestige, and price. The MDX starts significantly lower at an MSRP of $51,800 compared to the Velar's $61,600, creating a substantial $9,800 gap that influences the overall decision. When looking at power, the MDX boasts 290 hp, easily outmuscling the Velar's 247 hp, though the Velar offers slightly better torque delivery at 269 lb-ft versus the MDX's 267 lb-ft. Fuel economy is nearly identical, with the Velar achieving a slightly better combined 23 MPG compared to the MDX's 22 MPG, even with the MDX having standard Front Wheel Drive versus the Velar's All Wheel Drive. While the Velar offers nearly 13 cu ft more cargo space at 30.9 cu ft, the MDX maintains a more traditional, slightly larger footprint.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar wins for commuters due to its marginally better combined 23 MPG rating and standard All-Wheel Drive capability.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

Families will appreciate the Velar's significantly superior 30.9 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the MDX's 18.1 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Acura MDX

The Acura MDX clearly pulls ahead for driving enthusiasts thanks to its substantial 290 hp output.

💰 Best Value

2026 Acura MDX

The Acura MDX offers considerably better value, starting at $9,800 less than the Velar while delivering higher horsepower.

Choose the Acura MDX if...

You need the strongest acceleration, as the MDX delivers 290 hp versus the Velar's 247 hp.
Budget is a major constraint, given the MDX saves you $9,800 in initial purchase price.
You prioritize a standard 10-speed automatic transmission over an 8-speed unit.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if...

Maximum storage space is critical, as the Velar provides 30.9 cu ft of cargo area.
You live in areas requiring standard All-Wheel Drive for varied conditions.
You prefer a shorter overall length (188.9 inches) for easier city parking maneuvers.

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 View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
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 2026 Acura MDX and 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

How much more fuel-efficient is the 2026 Range Rover Velar than the MDX?

The difference is minimal, with the Velar achieving 23 MPG combined versus the MDX's 22 MPG combined. However, both require premium unleaded fuel.

Is the Acura MDX faster in a straight line than the Velar?

Yes, the Acura MDX offers considerably more power with 290 hp compared to the Velar's 247 hp, suggesting faster acceleration metrics.

Does the Velar's higher price justify its features over the MDX?

The Velar commands a $9,800 premium MSRP. Its advantages lie mainly in superior cargo space (30.9 cu ft vs. 18.1 cu ft) and standard AWD, while the MDX is far more powerful.

What is the primary drivetrain difference between these two crossovers?

The MDX comes standard with Front Wheel Drive, paired with a 10-speed automatic, whereas the Velar includes All Wheel Drive mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Which vehicle is physically larger?

The 2026 Acura MDX is longer at 198.4 inches compared to the Velar's 188.9 inches, although the Velar compensates with a wider stance in terms of absolute interior volume.