2022 Acura MDX vs 2022 Subaru Ascent

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2022 Acura MDX vs 2022 Subaru Ascent

2022 Acura MDX

7.8/102022 Acura MDX

MSRP - $48,000

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)

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2022 Subaru Ascent

7.6/102022 Subaru Ascent

MSRP - $32,295

4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

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Overview


4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
MSRP
$48,000$32,295
engine
3.5/Single overhead cam (SOHC)/24/V62.4/Double Overhead Cam (DOHC)/16/H4
transmission
10-speed Automatic w/OD8 CVT w/OD
horsepower
290 hp @ 6200 rpm260 hp @ 5600 rpm
torque
267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm277 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
MPG(city/comb/highway)
19/22/2621/23/27
doors
44
passenger capacity
78
warranty
4yr./ 50,000 mi.3yr./ 36,000 mi.
top speed
112130
drive type
front wheel driveall wheel drive
fuel type
Premium UnleadedRegular Unleaded

Pros


4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

Luxurious and practical interior

A long list of tech and infotainment features

Impressive safety ratings and driver assistance features

Comfortable ride and handling balance

Subaru’s legendary symmetrical AWD standard across the lineup

Intuitive and easy to use infotainment system

Standard safety tech across trim levels


Cons


4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

The third row is a bit too tight for adults

Average fuel economy figures

Sluggish acceleration

In dire need of a redesign


What's new


4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

All-new model for 2022

New Onyx Edition


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4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

Engine


Engine specifications

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
engine size
3.5 l2.4 l
engine type
V6H4
engine horsepower
290 hp @ 6200 rpm260 hp @ 5600 rpm
engine torque
267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm277 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
engine displacement
212 cu.in.146 cu.in.
engine bore x stroke
3.5 x 3.7 in.3.7 x 3.4 in.
compression ratio
10.00 to 113.00 to 1
valves
2416
valvetrain
Single overhead cam (SOHC)Double Overhead Cam (DOHC)
valve timing
Variable
vehicle emission
Low Emission Vehicle-
carbon footprint
7.7 tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15k mi/yr7.7 tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15k mi/yr
intake manifold
Variable-
cylinder head
StandardAluminum
cylinder deactivation
standard-
engine orientation
transverselongitudinal
engine block
AluminumAluminum

Performance

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
braking 60-0 mph
-117 ft.
zero to 60 mph
6.5 sec7 sec
zero to 100 mph
-19.4 sec
standing 1/4-mile
-15.5 sec
top speed
112 mph130 mph
braking 70-0 mph
-178 ft.

Transmission


Transmission

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
drivetrain
front wheel driveall wheel drive
standard transmission
10-speed Automatic w/OD8 CVT w/OD
center differential
Center Limited Slip DifferentialCenter Limited Slip Differential
paddle shifters
1-
locking hubs
-Permanent
overdrive
-

Gear

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
transmission gear ratio (1st)
5.253.49
transmission gear ratio (2nd)
3.272.37
transmission gear ratio (3rd)
2.191.52
transmission gear ratio (4th)
1.61
transmission gear ratio (5th)
1.30.83
transmission gear ratio (reverse)
3.973.39
transmission gear ratio (6th)
12.61
transmission gear ratio (7th)
0.780.65
transmission gear ratio (8th)
0.650.51
transmission gear ratio (low)
0.382.6
transmission gear ratio (high)
1.962.61
hi lo gear selection

Measurements and Dimensions


Towing

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
maximum towing capacity
3500 lbs.2000 lbs.

Exterior Dimensions

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
curb weight
4271 lbs.4430 lbs.
length
198.4 in.196.8 in.
width
78.7 in.76 in.
height
67.1 in.71.6 in.
ground clearance
7.3 in.8.7 in.
wheelbase
113.8 in.113.8 in.
front tread
67.7 in.64.4 in.
rear tread
67.7 in.64.2 in.
turning radius
40.5 in.-
axle ratio
4.174.44
angle of approach
18.2 degrees17.6 degrees
angle of departure
21.2 degrees21.8 degrees

Interior Dimensions

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
passenger capacity
78
passenger volume
139.1 cu.ft.153.5 cu.ft.
front headroom
38.5 in.41.3 in.
front legroom
41.6 in.42.2 in.
front shoulder room
61.9 in.61.1 in.
front hiproom
59.3 in.57.7 in.
2nd row headroom
38.1 in.40 in.
2nd row legroom
38.5 in.38.6 in.
2nd row shoulder room
60.3 in.60.3 in.
2nd row hiproom
57.8 in.57.5 in.
maximum cargo capacity
95 cu.ft.86.5 cu.ft.
3rd row head room
36.2 in.36.3 in.
3rd row leg room
29 in.31.7 in.
3rd row shoulder room
55.1 in.57.2 in.
3rd row hip room
40.6 in.45.9 in.
cargo capacity(all seats in place)
18.1 cu.ft.19.9 cu.ft.
interior cargo length to rear seat
48.4 in.47.6 in.
cargo capacity(2nd row seats folded)
95 cu.ft.82.5 cu.ft.
cargo capacity(3rd row seats folded)
18.1 cu.ft.19.9 cu.ft.
interior cargo length to 3rd row seat
18.1 in.19.9 in.

Fuel


4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
fuel type
Premium UnleadedRegular Unleaded
fuel tank capacity
18.5 gal.19.3 gal.
range in miles
351.50 / 481.00 mi.405.30 / 521.10 mi.
fuel economy city
19 mpg21 mpg
fuel economy combined
22 mpg23 mpg
fuel economy highway
26 mpg27 mpg

Comfort and Convenience


Sensors

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
parking sensor
-Parking assistant plus automated parking sensors(optional)
tire pressure sensor
-

Controls/Remote features

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
control on steering wheel
Cruise ControlCruise Control
climate control
three zone climate controlThree Zone Climate Control
keyless entry
11
speed sensitive volume control
remote trunk release
cargo access remote release
power-
keyless ignition
keyfob trunk/hatch/door release
-
garage door transmitter
homelinkhomelink
integrated key/remote
proximity key
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button StartProximity key

Locking

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
auto locking doors
-
power door locks
power door locks w/autolock featurepower door locks w/autolock feature
child safety locks
Rear Child Safety LocksRear Child Safety Locks
door auto latch
-
tailgate/rear door lock

Window

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
power windows
1 touch up/down
rear window defroster/defogger
Rear window defrosterRear window defroster

Accessories

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
clock
power outlet
3 12V DC Power Outlets2 12V DC Power Outlets
holder
Front, rear and 3rd row cupholdersFront, Rear & 3rd Row Cupholders

Camera

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
camera
Back-Up Camera w/WasherBack-Up Camera

Steering

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
steering wheel
Rack-PinionRack-Pinion
tilt and telescopic steering wheel
steering wheel texture
Leather Steering Wheel-

Infotainment


Radio

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
AM/FM
satellite radio
SiriusXM Satellite Radio-

Audio/Video

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
sound system
auxiliary audio input and usb with external media control-
amplifier
350W Regular Amplifier-
number of speakers
96
number of subwoofer
1-
stereo output
350 watt-

Interior


Seating

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
seat trim
Leather seat trim (optional)-
driver seat
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger SeatDual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat
passenger seat
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger SeatDual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat
heated seats
Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats-
lumbar support
Power Lumbar Support-

Additional features

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
instrument panel
Piano Black Door Panel InsertInstrument Panel Covered Bin
headliner
Full Cloth HeadlinerFull Cloth Headliner
floor mats
overhead console
Full Floor ConsoleFull Floor Console

Air Conditioning

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
front air conditioning
Dual -Zone Front Automatic Air ConditioningDual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
climate control
three zone climate controlThree Zone Climate Control
interior air filtration
interior air filtrationAir Filtration

Mirror

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
rear view mirrors
electrochromatic inside rearview mirror-

Restraints

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
front head restraints
Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head RestraintsHeight & Tilt Adjustable Head Restraints
2nd row head restraints
Manual Adjustable Rear Head RestraintsManual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
3rd row head restraints
2 Manual & w/Tilt Head Restraints3 Manual & Adjustable Head Restraints

Exterior


Body

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
bumper
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Chrome Bumper InsertBody-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent
grille
Black Grille w/Chrome SurroundBlack Grille w/Chrome Surround

Roof

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
roof rails
-Roof Rack Rails Only
sunroof
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade-

Window

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
3rd row window
Fixed 3rd Row WindowsFixed 3rd Row Windows

Cargo/Bed

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
tailgate/liftgate/swing gate
Liftgate Rear Cargo AccessLiftgate Rear Cargo Access

Door

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
number of doors
44

Wiper

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
variable intermittent wipers
fixed interval wipers
speed sensitive wiper
-

Exhaust

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
tailpipe
chrome tailpipe-
exhaust system
quasi-dual stainless steelquasi-dual stainless steel

Towing/Trailering

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
trailering class
Class I (Optional)Class I

Suspension


Shocks

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
front shocks
Amplitude Reactive Dampers Gas-Pressurized Shock AbsorbersGas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
rear shocks
Amplitude Reactive Dampers Gas-Pressurized Shock AbsorbersGas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
front suspension
Double WishboneStrut
rear suspension
Multi-LinkDouble Wishbone

Brakes

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
ABS and driveline traction control
ABS channels
44
brake assist
rear brake rotor diam x thickness (in)
13 in.13 in.
front brake rotor diam x thickness (in)
13.8 in.13.1 in.

Tires and Wheels


4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
front tires
P255/55HR19P245/60HR18
rear tires
P255/55HR19P245/60HR18
rear wheel type
AluminumAluminum
wheels
17 x 7.0 in18 x 7.5 in. wheels, alloy wheels
spare tires
-1

Packages


4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
packages
Illumination Plus Package,Black Premium Plus Package,Black Utility Package,Chrome Premium Plus Package,Chrome Utility PackagePopular Package #1,Exterior Interior HL Auto Dim Mirrors,Exterior Interior Auto Dim Mirrors

Warranty


4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
basic warranty
4yr./ 50,000 mi.3yr./ 36,000 mi.
drivetrain warranty
6yr./ 70,000 mi.5yr./ 60,000 mi.
roadside warranty
4yr./ 50,000 mi.3yr./ 36,000 mi.
corrosion perforation warranty
5yr./ Unlimited mi.5yr./ Unlimited mi.
roadside assistance

Instrumentation


Instruments

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
system monitor
-
tachometer
trip computer
voltmeter
-
tire pressure monitoring
turn signal indicator
-
instrument panel display
analog-
compass
11
antenna
Fixed AntennaWindow Grid Diversity Antenna

Safety


Airbags

4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)4dr SUV AWD w/8-Passenger (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
knee airbag
occupant sensing airbag
curtain overhead airbag
Curtain 1st, 2nd And 3rd Row Airbags-

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