How about the interior of the mdx. Do you Think it’s cheap material. And how about the ride quality. I am thinking to get one

@@manper5538nly the piano black at the dash is what people hate in my opinion the piano black is fine.

it feels cheap compared to the leather in the BMW@@manper5538

@@manper5538Acura makes some of the best interiors a d some of the most comfortable seats

Not more reliable Bro-tranny failures, forward camera failures, rod bearing failures, bad radiator @ 70k miles, rust showing in the “fisheyes” In the paint after 4.5 years. True sh*t vehicles leaning on past reliability claims, you know how god damn reliable that straight six turbo from the X5 is? Toyota begged BMW to use it in the lates version of their most iconic sports car- in fact BMW built the whole car for em! I used to be a Japanese car fan, & they used to reliably produce reliable cars- not so much the case these days. Things change- but bang for the buck? Go check out a Kia/hyundai- and unlike Honda OR BMW? they actually put their $$ where their mouth is w/ warranty coverage

Touch pad is life no finger prints on screen

I have my MDX for almost a year now by next week. I traded in my ‘16 MDX for this one. This ‘22 is a big update. Was considering X5, Q7, XC90 and GLE and like you, and I was planning to keep an SUV upwards of 5 years also and Acura/Honda is known for reliability. Acura could easily put minimum of 400hp on that type S but went conservative. Performance and short term lease, I’ll go X5.

BMW gives you a control knob for those who don’t want to touch screen. Best of both worlds. It’s amazing. Having spent time in both of these vehicles, the X5 puts a huge smile on my face. It’s a clean approach inside and makes it super relaxing. The MDX is too busy inside and claustrophobic. X5 base B58 engine and trans are a true masterpiece. BMW’s best drivetrain. BMW also goes above that and give higher drivetrains for even more power as options. It’s great to see all those Supras with B58 drivetrains running 7 and 8 seconds in 1/4 mile runs with bolts ons. Shows how extremely brutal these drivetrains are. Acura V6 is not even in the same league from an engineering standpoint. The fastest NSX hasn’t even broken under 10 seconds in 1/4. That just shows how far BMW has come with technology, design, capabilities, and superior strength with all forged internals.

The “Oh Crap Handle” is the best feature on the BMWs. Man those engines are in a league of its own. I freaked my family out on a road test at the dealership and they loved it. One thing to note is that I am hearing the BMW had really stepped up On their game and are even beating Hondas according to Consumer Reports. I couldn’t believe that BMW hold the third place in reliability. The BMW dealership told me that and I thought they were pulling my leg. Show enough they had magazines all over the dealership to prove to the customers his great the BMWs are now days. After I saw that I now believe it. Another thing to note when Honda and Toyota were getting popular back on the days those cars were not too reliable. My Toyota always had issues with over heating, Oil leaks and frankly the engine felt wreaks. However overtime it’s no secret Hondas and Toyotas have dominated the car market for many years. I think BMW and the Korean Car markers are the next to dominate the car market. I have 2017 Hyundai Sonata to get around the city and Buddy this car blows my mind how reliable it as been and has some nice power for that car segment. Right now I am in the market on buying a BMW X5 and this what brings me to watch this video. I too am a bit concern about the reliability of this brand since it’s known fue being a bad brand. One thing good that I like about BMW is that it comes with a 3 year Maintenance Warranty with would cost me around $3000 for a Mercedes Benz GLE 350. I too love the MDX and the RDX but the track pad approach has to go. They should be like Mercedes Benz where they get the user the option if they want to use the track pad, touchscreen or the steering wheel to control the infotainment system. I was also looking at the 2024 Mercedes Benz GLE 350 and I feel that the interior looks a lot better than the BMW X5 and the MDX but to think the engine for my liking felt not as responsive.

With both it would be a perfect system. Mazda does both their click wheel and a touchscreen.

I checked the residual value of the mdx type s on some websites, I am surprised that its residual value is not as good as the x5 or q7 (no matter 1 year, 2 year to 5 year residual), I wonder who can explain why?

I am very surprised because Lexus and Acura have a long reputation of blowing the Germans away

You're welcome, Darren!

Thank you for sharing!

I don’t think the Type-S is worth it truthfully, it has low-profile tires that go flat easily on bad roads and no MDX is a performance vehicle, if you want performance get the X5, if you want practicality, get the MDX, or you can be like my parents and get both (2023 MDX Advance and 2025 X5 40i M Sport on order)

​@@CarGeek360You don't even agree that it should exist your opinion is irrelevant

Get the type S. Problem solved.

@@andym.9740true…. But an NA with adequate HP would be my vote. I don’t really care for turbo charged engines.

My mom has a 2023 MDX Advance and I don’t agree tbh, power is more than adequate, better fuel economy would be nice tho, if you want performance the X5 will destroy the MDX (MDX is more spacious tho), can’t wait for my dad to get his soon

@@andym.9740idc for the Type-S MDX tbh, it has low-profile tires that go flat easily on bad roads and more mechanically complex than the standard MDX, I love my mom’s 2023 MDX Advance

@@Tezzy404yeah I wouldn’t bother with the Type-S MDX, if you want performance, get something German although I do feel the Japanese do practicality better

BMW doesn't drive better. You will be glad with your choice.

MDX drives AMAZING…I have the A spec. Love it in every conceivable way.. luxurious, reliable, great handling, better resale value, sexy as hell, and least expensive to maintain. German brands are endless money pits….no thank you

@@cubanpete1290 BMW does drive better. Its drivetrain is another league of power and performance. Toyota even put their badge on the Supra which has the exact same drivetrain. I love the MDX too, but hate the touch pad the most. It’s a comfy driver. Smooth. BMW X5 feels more relaxed inside. MDX I feel so claustrophobic because of how busy the interior is.

Acura also uses timing belts. It’s a no go in 2023. When they snap, it could collapse the pistons because it’s an interference engine. I love the J35, but that timing belt keeps me from buying one. Search J30,35 timing belt snapping. See for yourself.

Same here! 2020 RDX Advanced but got two big dogs during the pandemic and need a bigger vehicle. One thing I like about Acura is how they hold their value. This is our second Acura and we couldn't believe how much we got for our last trade-in. BMW doesn't hold value the same way. But of course we've always thought it would be fun to drive a BMW. More horsepower with better gas mileage is a nice thing on the BMW. Both have pros and cons for sure.

I’ll be getting X5 next after comparing both. The B58 drivetrain is a true masterpiece. BMW’s best to date. Who would have thought, the base model engine would have been the best one to get. This will be the first time I get a vehicle with only a base engine. It’s by choice too. M50 is superb, but longevity is unknown, and true M is not trustworthy yet. I do a lot of miles and B58 makes the only choice. As a performance guy, the B58 makes the best choice. Tuning is insane with these engines. Cheap for mods too. Make over 500hp for $1000 extra, while still being very reliable. X5 base B58 is the secret weapon of choice for those who know engineering.

Best way to do it, my mom has the 2023 MDX Advance and my dad is getting the 2025 X5 40i M Sport in 2-3 months

@@ryanb8736the X5 def isn’t nicer than the MDX but it’ll destroy the MDX from a performance standpoint

Let me borrow it you've had it over a year

rather get the BMW than the overpriced Honda SUV

From what I heard the X5 is still going to be sportier than a Type-S MDX but I do agree that a base X5 vs Type-S MDX would be a more fair comparison.

The xDrive40i spanks the TypeS all day long! Then there is the M50i.

You are going to drop $15k more on the X5 to get the same thing you’d get on the Type S advanced

I say go for it-- life is short and you will likely enjoy it! I am currently cross shopping the two so was thrilled to find this video.

@@Ryan-cp4rh I just did. Deciding factor was the MPG. I’ve had 3 Acura’s. I still have my 2013 MDX and it only gets 16 miles to the gallon. Besides that never a problem just regular maintenance. After driving the X5 , it makes my MDX feel like I’m driving a pick up truck though

@@cybil66wow … a pick up? Are the differences in ride truly that noticeable?

MDX is slightly more comfortable and a lot more spacious, X5 is a lot more fun and more fuel efficient, even though the X5 isn’t a nicer vehicle I do think it’s worth the extra money if you don’t need a 3rd row, both are amazing

BMW interior looks cheap

My mom has the MDX, my dad is getting the X5 soon, I love both SUVs, X5 isn’t a nicer vehicle and the MDX is def some more spacious but BMW will destroy Acura from a performance standpoint

@@rahimi4762pure bias 😂, I’ve been in 10 diff new X5s and they’re really nice, I can’t wait for my dad to get one in a few months

trade in the X5 before warranty ends on a new car.

You’re absolutely correct. X5 has much more power and is a luxury and performance vehicle. The MDX has significantly less power and can’t claim performance. The 65K price for MDX is all-in. The X5 can climb above 80K with options. Another comparison with the 2024 X5 (LCI) and the MDX Type S would be interesting for sure..

MDX has a timing belt. That needs to be changed at 100k or less to be on safe side. If it break, engine could break because it’s an interference engine. It’s a 2k service to change belt. So keep that in mind. Search J30/35 timing belt failure. Great engine, but sad they still use weak belts. B58 engine in BMW is stellar. Toyota even uses it in the Supra. They helped BMW make it even better. Both together as a collaboration made the B58 a true masterpiece. It’s the modern 2JZ engine.

@@ryanb8736 Yeah I have the B58 in my 2018 540i. Smooth as silk and powerful enough for just about any situation..

@@ryanb8736 You do know that there are plenty of more routine BMW services that are almost twice the cost of a timing belt and water pump change in the MDX. Had a 2010 MDX and paid $1200 for the timing belt and water pump change. Saved a decent amount of money by taking it to the Honda Dealer instead of Acura for the service.

@@DM-xt3rl I do all my own maintenance. Cost me little. Ask people who have snapped belts at only 60k. They were not expecting to replace a new engine on a Honda. I like the J series engines a lot, but the B58 is many leagues above it. Not even a comparison. 10 years ago, I would have stayed Honda Acura. German cars have come a long way. I have an RS3 now with 100k and it’s been amazing. Beat the snot out of it and it just goes. These cars are built for it though. 10 second car that’s daily driven hard. My sister has a 19 Honda Accord that needed a head gasket at 19k. She babies it. She had to replace a few other things too. Sucks it just went out of warranty.

Acura has fallen in quality and reliability in the past few years according to JD Powers and Consumer Reports. BMW quality has improved greatly recently. Rather get X5 for the win.

X5 is worth every penny over the MDX if you want performance but if you don’t stick with the MDX, take it from someone whose parents have both

this is where Acura fell down compared to BMW and Lexus. Love the touchscreen, comfort and performance of BMW X5 over Acura.

That is from the lens speed on my GoPro used to film the video. The lights do not actually flicker like that.

Timing belt in Acura makes reliability a weak point. 2k service change at 100k or less. If it snaps, engine is gone. B58 BMW is a true masterpiece. Toyota even put their badge on it wit Supra. Toyotas fastest Supra. These engines are handling some extreme HP bumps past 1200 HP. I don’t see Acura anywhere near 500 HP is aftermarket, let alone 1200 plus HP on B58 tried and true bulletproof drivetrain. J30/35 Honda/Acura engine is great, but not even in same league as B58.

B58 engine might be great and have potential for a lot more power but everything else will break and cost a fortune. Also, people buying X5 and MDX aren't going to tune their SUV....its not a Z4/ Supra or M240i. I would Dinan stage 1 tune my Z4 well before I tune a X5 or MDX that I plan to hull the kiddos. I bullet proof the X5 before i tune it.

Acura drives pretty good. Wins races too

Except BMW scores higher in reliability!

Agreed fully

*Update* Got the MDX A-Spec lol

@@m-jay356congrats on your purchase! My mom’s 2023 MDX Advance is amazing

The X5 is worth it over the MDX if you want performance but if you don’t then it isn’t, I love my mom’s MDX and can’t wait for my dad to get a X5 soon

@CarGeek360 love the MDX, but would like to get the X5 one day

@@m-jay356 they’re both amazing, it’s especially best if you can have both at the same time

Same thought on bmw, the best bmw is the leased bmw. I wonder how is the residual value of MDX?

You dont have kids and in laws

Lonely life?😢

You need a PPF( paint protect film) bumper and hood. I did it my 2023 max s Spec.

​@@leecoree12345He won't do it because the car is leased. He'll probably be driving a new one in 3-4 years

I would lease both cars before buy either to make decision. No risk. If hate X5 and lease and have problems return after lease ends. Same for MDX. Great way to make long run decision.

Don't worry. I am very much aware of the fact that everyone is not 5'10. I gave that information as a reference point for others to use.

I own BMW and drove both Acura MDX and new X5. At a few grand more the BMW wins easily. Better comfort, better infotainment, better performance. If the Acura Type S was 50k and BMW X5 is 70k no contest. But Acura is charging high prices now and cannot see paying as much for less fun.

you are 100% correct

And I doubt reliability of this 3.0T engine in type s.

Except the BMW scores higher in reliability!

@@AgonxOC Yeah, for the first 4 years, the X5 is great reliability wise!

We are! We can afford both but I already have an Acura MDX 2016 and love it! I am in my car a lot and wanted to see if the bmw would be more comfortable. But the Acura is way more bang for you our buck!

@@christinac9161 we had an Acura years ago when we had a larger family now we are able to downsize so we ordered the new X5. We’ll see how it goes

Many do. I did. Gonna get X5.

Timing belt in Acura is what scares me.

They neat most price points except for the higher powered trims

Type S offers those features. I think ppl forget Acura wins races

And the other is a pos for retards🤡💩

X5 B58 engine is beyond stout. In Acura. You need to perform a timing belt change at 100k. Search timing belt snap in J35 engine. Honda has had belts snap. I still can’t believe Honda and Acura still use weak belts. BMW uses the strongest chains. All forged internals inside engine. Tuning capabilities is amazing on them.

Considering Toyota put their badge on the Supra and helped BMW with B58 engine, I would say the B58 drivetrain is stellar. Its been out for many years and has proven to be one of BMWs best. Plenty of Supras running 7’s, 8’s, and 9’s in 1/4 mile. That’s insane! Shows how brutally strong the B58 engine is. This is not the BMW of yesterday. BMW has redesigned a lot of things to be superb now.

Oh please, bmw is known to use the cheapest, lowest grade plastics on the internal components. An engine is not the only component of a car, there's many more moving parts. There's a reason why BMWs have a reputation of always being in the shop and having poor reliability. B58 is a good engine and is not the reason why your X5 will be unreliable.

BMW B58 is a superior engine compared. The whole drivetrain is a masterpiece. Honda J series v6 still uses a timing belt that can snap and it’s still an interference engine. So it it snaps, it could collapse pistons and valves. Search J35 timing belt failure. Not sure why Honda and Acura didn’t change it to timing chain. Especially for 2023.

Also The X5 here is a base model. It compares to MDX A spec. X5 M50 will compare to Type S. X5M50 is many leagues above that. Then you have X5M, which is in a category itself. So yes, X5 base here should be compared to MDX base. Even the Type S is not as quick as base B58 engine. I know all these drivetrains extremely well.

@@ryanb8736 the base x5 makes 339HP not 389HP unless he made an mistake

@@ryanb8736give me a break. The v-8 m50 is not comparable with any MDX. The base x5 to the type s is correct. Otherwise, the horsepower gap between the two is ridiculous.

I believe in 23 the tuned the b58 to 375. Type s doesn’t compare to the b58, nothing really does

Wife’s 2015 MDX: sh*t honda tranny starts slipping around 85k miles - we throw a few bottles of magical trans fix in it & trade it in on a 2019 MDX that they use a legit ZF 9 speed trans in- problem solved? Nope, now that one has had the radiator replaced @ 72k miles after losing coolant a few times lol then it had the forward collision camera crap our which made all the safety Nannie’s + cruise control to not work + other fault lights - 86k miles now @ 89k miles we get a notice from Acura the MDX is prone to rod bearing failure & 250k vehicles are effected…but they have “no fix yet”- so much for Japanese reliability. Meanwhile I’m deciding whether to wait to replace it w/ a jap build 1st model year GX550 or a BMW X5…given that Toyota begged, pleaded, & paid BMW to pretty please build the new iteration of their most iconic sports car….id wager that the N55 straight 6 turbo w/ a ZF trans is a solid platform (all 10000% factual) 🥶🥶🥶🥶

Acura with SHAWD drives pretty well

@@rahimi4762 I know I own an AWD TLX

Apparently you don't do research because Acura is more reliable than BMW and Mercedes

SHAWD WINS RACES

@@UncleTonyshotsauce lol throw some glasses on.

Except the BMW has higher reliability.

Not in recent years.., more reliable than Mercedes, but not BMW

Toyota did NOT do a thing for the BMW B58 other than having in their BMW built Supra.

Nope. Acura looks better inside and out

@@rahimi4762Negative the Acure looks pretty bad! Inside and out!

@@AgonxOC just like the reliably and plastic ugly parts on this BMW? How long will it last? How long before it catches fire? You see due to ppl like you, BMW does t have to correct itself. Ppl like you will keep enabling them to not do better and make excuses from an emotional stand point instead of a logical one.

@@AgonxOC I mean have you ever seen how bad an old BMW interior looks like? Awful, it shows its true price. Orange peel, cheap leather peeling everywhere. BMW uses gloss in the interior over cheap ish to keep suckers like you happy. I always see a sucker on the side of the road crying. I’ll tell you what let’s see which vehicle will resale higher, hold up the longest. That Acura interior you call awful now will look a lot better than that glossed over Beemer interior in 5 years. Just saying bro. This ain’t my first rodeo

Acura is superior with its reliability and resale….you need to research 🔬 does the brain 🧠 good

The MDX interior looks more substantial