2020 Toyota Sienna vs 2019 Acura MDX

The 2019 Acura MDX is rated 9 out of 10 by CarGurus experts, indicating its dominance in the midsize, 3-row crossover segment. The 2020 Toyota Sienna, on the other hand, is rated 6 out of 10.

The 2019 Acura MDX offers a luxurious and practical interior, continuous improvements, and a racy new A-Spec Package trim level. It features quality materials, an adaptive damping suspension, and improved interior materials. The A-Spec trim provides a unique and aggressive look, along with comfortable and supportive front seats.

The 2020 Toyota Sienna, while providing ample cargo space, is noted for feeling dated but occasionally upscale. It offers various trims with different features, including a power rear liftgate, but its interior design and feel are not as highly rated as the Acura MDX.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Acura MDX 9 out of 10 and the 2020 Toyota Sienna 7 out of 10.

The 2019 Acura MDX comes with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, offering 290 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque. It provides an optional SH-AWD system, delivering torque-vectoring AWD and thicker stabilizer bars for improved performance. The MDX Sport Hybrid model offers a satisfying driving experience and better fuel economy.

The 2020 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, providing 296 horsepower and 263 pound-feet of torque. It offers an 8-speed automatic transmission and optional AWD, delivering stout acceleration and decent handling dynamics.

Both the 2019 Acura MDX and the 2020 Toyota Sienna are rated 9 out of 10 by CarGurus experts for form and function.

The 2019 Acura MDX offers a comfortable and practical interior, with ample storage, a spacious second-row seat, and a versatile cargo area. The MDX provides 38.4 cubic feet of cargo space, with the third-row seat folded, and 68.4 cubic feet with the second-row seats folded down.

The 2020 Toyota Sienna provides class-leading cargo space of 150 cubic feet. However, accessing the total cargo space requires removing the second-row seats, which can be cumbersome. The Sienna's third-row also folds into the floor, but accessing the backseat can be challenging.

The 2019 Acura MDX is rated 5 out of 10 for technology, while the 2020 Toyota Sienna is rated 9 out of 10.

The 2019 Acura MDX features an upgraded infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. However, the dual-screen approach and voice-recognition system are noted as flawed. It is expected that future models may feature an improved True Touchpad Interface infotainment system.

The 2020 Toyota Sienna comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, supporting Amazon Alexa and Apple CarPlay. It also offers Bluetooth connectivity, multiple USB ports, and a WiFi hotspot, providing a user-friendly and feature-rich technology experience.

The 2019 Acura MDX is rated 8 out of 10 for safety, while the 2020 Toyota Sienna is rated 9 out of 10.

The 2019 Acura MDX comes with the AcuraWatch suite of safety systems as standard, offering driver-assistance and collision-avoidance features. However, it has received an Acceptable rating in terms of headlight performance and child safety seat anchor accessibility.

The 2020 Toyota Sienna offers standard lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, forward-collision warning, avoidance with pedestrian detection, dynamic cruise control, and automatic high beams. It has received top ratings in crash testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS).