If you’re looking for a spacious family vehicle with a smooth performance, you can’t get better than the 2025 Acura MDX. With three rows of seating, impressive power and safety features, the 2025 Acura MDX is an SUV beloved by many. But how does it compare to the 2025 Kia Sorento, another SUV with three-rows of seating? Continue reading with the experts at Sterne Acura to find out.
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Leg and Shoulder Room
The 2025 Acura MDX offers seating for up to seven passengers across three rows with plenty of room to stay comfortable. It particularly excels in the leg and shoulder room categories, as seen in the chart below.
| Specifications | 2025 Acura MDX | 2025 Kia Sorento |
| Leg Room (First/ Second/ Third mm) |
1,057 / 977 / 738 |
1,052/ 1,060/ 752 |
| Shoulder Room Leg Room (First/ Second/ Third mm) |
1,573 / 1,531 / 1,401 |
1,500/ 1,475/ 1,345 |
Safety and Driver Assistance Technologies
Both Acura and Kia offer an impressive range of safety and driver assistance technologies. The 2025 Acura MDX offers access to Acurawatch. It’s a suite of technologies that help drivers enhance their awareness, avoid collisions, and so much more. Some of its features include:
- Lane Keeping Assist System
- Forward Collision Warning
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
- Collision Mitigation Braking System
2026 Acura MDX vs 2026 Kia Sorento Verdict
The 2025 Acura MDX is hands-down the clear winner when it comes to picking a powerful SUV that’s perfect for families. Its impressive powertrain ensures an enjoyable ride, while its spacious interior ensures plenty of space for growing families. Paired with its impressive suite of safety and driver assistance technologies, the 2025 Acura MDX is the way to go.
Shop the 2025 Acura MDX at Sterne Acura
The 2025 Acura MDX is the perfect family vehicle that offers powerful performance. Contact Sterne Acura with questions and visit our showroom, located in Aurora, ON. Interested in a test drive? Fill out the form below to get started.