2025 Acura MDX vs 2025 Lincoln Aviator

Everyone has that “goal” car that they strive for. Whether it takes years or decades, nothing is more satisfying than finally getting to that point where you seriously start perusing dealerships ready to write out that check. For many, that dream car is a luxury SUV. Make sure you’re putting your money into something worthwhile by checking out this comparison between two of the top dogs in the industry. Your reliable team at Maus Acura of North Tampa is here to show you around the 2025 Acura MDX and the 2025 Lincoln Aviator as a couple of outstanding rides that you’ll want to consider. Start looking for your next ride by shopping our new inventory online!

The new MDX and Aviator may both be within a similar price range, but you’ll notice that the MDX’s starting price is a bit lower. Does that mean the quality is any less? When shopping in the luxury market, it’s easy to think that the more expensive a ride is, the better. Many people learn the hard way that’s not the case at all. Keep reading to find out why we recommend the new 2025 Acura MDX for an incredible experience.

2025 Acura MDX

2025 Lincoln Aviator

Starting at $52,000

Starting at $58,880

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There’s nothing more lavish than the power of choice. Acura puts you in control of your purchase by presenting two engine options, the standard 3.5L V6 with up to 290 horsepower and the Type S upgrade featuring a 3.0L V6 Turbo with up to 355 HP. All-wheel drive is standard in the MDX Type S while being optional for all other trims. They’re all built with a smooth 10-speed transmission system, but only the Type S offers an air-spring suspension. Needing fewer trips to the gas station is also a luxury that the MDX offers with a lovely fuel rating of 19 in-city and 26 highway miles per gallon.

You don’t get to choose your engine for the 2025 Lincoln Aviator, and that’s a shame for those who don’t need the most powerful setup for their daily commutes. Unless you plan on taking demanding road trips (which not everyone does), you might not like being stuck paying more for a twin-turbo engine that spews out 400 horsepower. Another downside to this is the lower mileage of 18/25. We applaud Acura for keeping every type of driver in mind including those who crave power and those who just want a reliable ride to keep within city boundaries.

You can rest assured that you’ll have all of the necessary safety features you’ll need in the 2025 Acura MDX completely standard such as automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, and lane-keeping. And while this amazing SUV has all of your bases covered, you’ll also be showered in warranties and free maintenance. Now that’s what we call being treated right!

Limited Warranty for 4 years of 50,000 miles

Powertrain Warranty for 6 years or 70,000 miles

Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance for 2 years or 24,000 miles

The new Aviator may also come with standard safety features, but that added dose of love from the manufacturer appears to be missing. What many car companies don’t realize is that basic safety packages are to be expected, and so it’s what you do outside of the box that matters. Yes, the standard Lincoln Co-Pilot360 package is nice, but what else is there? The Aviator may have extra parking sensors and cameras thrown into the mix, but nothing shows appreciation more than complimentary services handed on a silver platter.

Have you ever been to a luxury movie theater with comfier seating, a dynamic speaker system, and incredible sound management? Imagine that, but inside of the latest MDX. You can experience greatness in the new 2025 Acura MDX with massage chairs, laminated glass for noise reduction, and an 18-speaker B&O sound system (or 31 speakers in the Type S). Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto curate the ultimate convenience with seamless accessibility among the massive 12.3-inch dual-screen display.

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Going over the new Aviator, you’ll notice that it offers a similar experience with massage chairs and a dynamic audio system. However, take a step back and ask yourself why you would pay more for the same features. Even comparing the two side-by-side, it’s hard to justify paying the extra cost when you could be using the savings towards a few nice dinners or a nice mini vacation with an incredible new ride to boot.

For a fun and capable luxury SUV, the new 2025 Acura MDX can grant you the ride of a lifetime without the exorbitant price of other vehicles from high-end manufacturers. Give it a try yourself and you’ll see what we mean! It’s hard to argue with the addition of excellent warranties and complimentary maintenance at no extra cost.

Try out the new 2025 Acura MDX at Maus Acura of North Tampa! Stop by today or call (813) 535-6287 to schedule a test drive. For convenient shopping, you can browse our new inventory online for luxury SUVs near you.