2019 Acura MDX A-Spec vs 2019 Infiniti QX60 | Unfiltered Real-World Buddy Review

[@sntemp]

My wife and I narrowed down to an MDX and a QX60 Limited. A few things that deterred us from the MDX were the dash controls, which seemed a lot less user friendly to us than the QX60 were. We also liked the rear seating access in the QX60 better than we did the MDX. The QX60 was certainly more sluggish on takeoff but not enough to make a huge difference plus there's a little better performance when put into sport mode versus ECO or STD. The MDX is a good vehicle but we're very happy with our decision to buy a QX60 Limited.

[@radoslaw_gralak]

I just bought MDX 2020. I will keep forever my old MDX 2009 with over 210.000 miles now. The best SH-AWD in the world. So much fan and very safe vehicles!

[@bidenwearsdiapers4026]

Did you experience any of the infamous transmission issues with your MDX?

[@Shong9432]

The MDX has SH-AWD which is most critical feature of Acura but the reviewers didn’t mention it. With this feature driving at the curve at 80MPH, feeling amazing... 👍👍

[@NayNay_YT]

Also, the Acura retains it value much much better. Nice review.

[@makeupandbeautycoachsamina5219]

I have an Infiniti QX60 and love how it drives. I have driven, BMW, Toyota Alphards, Acura MDX, Chrysler 2022 Pacifica and Mercedes 4matic suv all 3 row cars and I love the space it offers. Our 6 person family fits comfortably in tne Qx60 plus it drives Beautiful. Sound system in the Sensory package plus sunroof and moon roof is stunning. It's a 2019 model and cannot imagine how amazing the 2022/2023 model will feel like. DRIVE IN SPORT OR STANDARD. YOU GUYS LEFT IT IN ECO MODE! IS VERY SLUGGISH. YOU DIDNT GIVE IT TRUE justice.

[@tacoma171]

Had 3 MDXs (currently have a 17). Loved them all. Excellent machines

[@smack9x]

If you loved them why do you get rid of them?

[@jesuschristislord77733]

Just bought a CPO 2015 MDX SH-AWD tech & entertainment for $24k and absolutely love it.

[@nasescobar9264]

@@jesuschristislord77733 how much milage ? sounds like a steal !

[@nasescobar9264]

@@smack9x replaced due to high milage

[@jesuschristislord77733]

@@nasescobar9264 70k

[@matthewgrayson8]

Me too I’d take the Acura

[@arsenone8583]

Pure Life fax

[@ethancrumrine310]

Own a QX60 just like the one here, and first and foremost, you left it in ECO drive mode the whole time. It does handle and feel a lot better if you switch to sport.

[@tonyaguilar0626]

Or even standard. Eco feels like it doesn’t move. Huge difference. Still love the q60

[@online6732]

Exactly at 7:14-7:20 just after the 0-60 test, the driver is switching from ECO to a different mode without talking about it. Should have tested it in Sport mode and it would have been pretty close to MDX.

[@slowsti0535]

I have a 19 mdx tech package awd and I couldn't be happier. Terrible 3rd row room but I don't use it anyway!

[@hugostiglitz8465]

Slowsti05 - I agree..who uses the 3rd seat anyway? Who can afford to have more than 2 children these days?

[@DominicanRocker1955]

I just hate how car reviewers judge SUV’S they put too much emphasis on stuff that aren’t important to the people buying this kind of cars. I care more about comfort and practically than the zero to 60 numbers or the “ is it fun to drive” bs that’s 100% an individual opinion fun to drive for a SUV Is not about turning corners at high speeds it’s about not getting stuck in the snow etc.

[@chloe9969]

DominicanRocker1955 exactly, thank you !!!

[@Light23K]

I beg to differ. Yes some don’t care about fun to drive and handling but that also means some does care. I just bought a MDX because it fun to drive and no cvt and also can carry my family of 6 around. If I have to choose I’d choose both fun to drive and can carry 7 people and it’s very comfy too.

[@finerbiner]

I bought and MDX over a Lexus RX because it drives so much better. It wasn't the main reason. But, nice to know.

[@Light23K]

I just bought a MDX and loving it.

[@josegenao7421]

Just got an infinity and I looove it!! Smooth and oh boy comfortable

[@RobertLeBlancPhoto]

Our fully loaded 2017 MDX SH-AWD Advance was only $57K. There's nothing else available in the class that offers as much at that price.

[@emjcalderon]

I just got the 2014 mdx fully loaded and have to say its amazing and doesnt have the buttons to change gears so Its perfect

[@tomkruze2749]

CVT trans are a No Go for me. Stop right there.

[@virenvs905]

I love these father and son reviews

[@alexyoungberg5232]

😂😂 and they hate these comments

[@markwright6097]

If you would take the drive selector off of ECO. No wonder it doesn’t drive as sporty or as quick as the MDX. QX60 handles very well.

[@warrenmontgomery4373]

I literally said the same thing. I have a q60 and was disappointed at first. Then I saw it was in eco and the thing moves when in sport.

[@warrenmontgomery4373]

I have the QX60 as a loaner. You left the drive mode in Eco which is much more less responsive. If it goes into sport mode the thing moves

[@ruben32moody]

Warren Montgomery when you floor a car it’s gonna give all the power it has no matter what driving mode it’s in 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@andrewlee745]

Ruben Moody false. i own the new m340i and qx60. when i floor the m340i in eco, the car will NOT respond even to a fraction of the extent that it will in comfort let alone sport mode. eco mode cuts back on acceleration, which is why it saved you gas

[@AFCompany]

Don’t get the hate for the push button gear selector. It’s way easier than a shifter and you can feel the difference of every button without looking. It’s definitely much easier to shift a leaver into the wrong spot then push the wrong button when each button feels completely different. It also frees up space. That is the future just like the push button start. I can’t fathom how you can think it’s complicated. Let go back to putting a key in to turn the car on as well if buttons are too complex for us.

[@Heman88888]

I completely agree. Thet just need to get used to the buttons. I have these buttons in my 2017 Honda Pilot and my 15 Acura TLX, after getting used to the buttons I would never go back to a shifter, the buttons give the car a more premium feel and in my opinion is a step forward in technology.

[@MH-dj5im]

I take Acura MDX over QX60 all day

[@bodiejarvis]

Own both, I like QX60 ride better, Acura with the better features. Honda overall just does a better job, but if I had to choose one, QX60 is reliable and comfy, MDX is also Reliable, but just the seating is no fun for MY AGE, yet the first row still isn't as good as QX60. QX60 is just dated though, but I don't find much of a problem with the car being dated. It does everything intended to do, but the MDX being the same price is a reason why it is rough in competition. It narrows down to: QX60 Drive quality, and MDX tech (yet MDX drive quality isn't bad). I would slightly rather drive a QX60, but for people who don't dig as much driving, they would like the MDX. Both good, but it's almost 2012 vs 2019 here.

[@eddieyutub]

We love our 2012 MDX. since there are little improvement on the new, we opt to keep driving it and phase out ICE in 3 years to get into EV.

[@heartcomedy5]

My mom has a 2014 Infiniti QX60 Luxe and it is awesome. It’s very reliable, luxurious and safe. Customer service is amazing. It is also pretty quick. The engine has a nice sound to it and when you slap the pedal it bounces.

[@tonyvega7268]

I just got qx50 and love it but. Acura interior is more like honda and Infiniti infotaiment is to old

[@fastgetz31]

The Infiniti QX60 is slow as hell everybody's in the 300 horsepower except Infinity SMDH....

[@heartcomedy5]

fastgetz31, have you driven it before or is it just an assumption of power on paper.

[@smack9x]

@@fastgetz31 The MDX doesn't have 300 hp either. You do realize both are soccer mom cars? You will not see either on a racetrack.

[@aayonce4]

It’s the CVT it makes the car take off from a roll. It’s a dog from a stop though

[@scotturich]

Sorry infinity but if I’m spending 65k and can’t even get standard apple CarPlay; no way would they get my money. At that point I would have to go with the Acura. Plus you can see how much the cvt hinders a vehicle and it didn’t even make a huge difference in mpg to make the cvt worth it.

[@Elliot9874]

I was about to say how much does this car cost and no Apple Car play ?

[@jiachangwu1]

2020 model will have carplay, and on the year 2021 QX60 will redesign and cvt will gone, instead will be 9-speed transmission, so Infiniti fans, just wait for one more year!

[@smokee10]

Own a 14 mdx I love the reliability comfort and style. Waiting on the 2020 model.

[@Consolethumbs]

To some the MDX May look similar to a mini van but it certainly doesn’t perform like one with SH-AWD it feels a class below its self. I see why you can say it looks similar to mini van that’s just because in its class it’s get the best third row seating leg room. But since they nearly sold or already sold more then a million of them they are certainly doing something right over the Germans and American competitors

[@Wire-Free]

I love Snarf's, so I have you a like and subscribed w/ notifications too... Plus I just test drove the 2013 QX60 and liked it... Last week, it's on my wish list now

[@carlosnunez3088]

Acura forever.

[@AYouTubeChannelwithNoName]

Acura ❤️

[@atmartens]

Acura is back baby 😎

[@jarforsythe]

I think that one downside to your reviews is that you look at vehicles too much from an “enthusiast” perspective and not a “traditional buyer”

[@minivanman1356]

The red leather in the Acura is down right sexy

[@heartcomedy5]

jared novak, wait until your jeans rub all over it. Acura leather is real shit. I had a 2009 Acura MDX and the leather got blue after like a coupe months.

[@kgisabeast]

Can confirm Acura leather is bad, you look at used Acura’s they always have wrinkle marks all over the place. Infiniti uses a lot of painted plastics too like on the steering wheel that rub off too though, at least in their older cars

[@perkhere2252]

Dr. Q No shit you had a 2009 car.. they obviously upped their materials idiot

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

@@perkhere2252 lol exactly, typical bullshit hater. “I had a bad experience with one model 20 years ago so all the new ones are bad” 🤣🤣🤣

[@nsyverson1]

This helped me make my decision! Thank you so much!

[@AlphaMatador]

My wife and I just bought the MDX and we absolutely love the push button transmission! I don't know why you guys dig on it so much. There is so much more space as compared to the huge gear lever. Love the MDX. You guys are so right that the QX60 is outdated beyond belief.

[@chopkong]

I've owned both Acura and Infiniti: hands down, not even close, the Acura's are much better vehicles. The Infiniti is "lipstick on a pig". On my 2007 Infiniti M45, it started to break down with engine problems around 70k miles. I took it into my mechanic and he said "NEVER EVER buy another Nissan product...they start having a lot of engine problems around 70K due to super cheap parts". We drive a lot across country and for work, so we really work our vehicles. My 2004 Honda Pilot EXL went 250K miles before giving it to a family member and still ran like new; my 2012 Acura MDX-Advance went over 300k before selling it; currently own a 2014 MDX with 160k; 2017 MDX-Advance with over 90k and a 2019 MDX Advance. All 3 of our current MDX's have ZERO problems. Also, the SH-AWD is amazing. Also, the MDX's have 5=Star safety rating. I was in a wreck where another driver T-Boned my on the freeway at 70 MPH, and my MDX saved my life. The MDS's are incredible vehicles.

[@carloscampos-kl2kl]

The infiniti has a beautiful exterior, the interior looks great but really dated

[@brooklyn0978]

To me Infiniti doesn't do enough to differentiate themselves from their Nissan counterparts. Acura has struggled wit this too but I feel they've done a better Job.

[@dotgreenery]

@Kwamel Kiing Very real statement. Lexus did a better job as well. I want to see the Acura’s and Lexus comparison as well as race.

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

That Infiniti can’t hold a candle to the MDX, it looks nice tho.

[@PiscesBanks]

I just wonder if they had the Acura in comfort mode. I own a 2016 and have been told by passengers that it has the nicest ride of any SUV they have ridden in. Also had a guy with a QX60 offer me an even trade for mine in a grocery store lot. I let him drive it around the lot and he came back smiling and said he just found his next car.

[@ms3173]

Acura of course

[@jarforsythe]

I’m excited for the next gen Infiniti. If this old current gen is still very competitive imagine

[@vnp4110]

According to my experience, MDX gives you better handling and drive quality whereas QX gives excellent ride quality and much usable 3rd row. QX60 drives just a little better than a pathfinder if you ever drove one. It’s not agile.

[@dustymisfit5665]

The infinite makes a great Hertz president pick for a day rental but the MDX kills it on a 36 month lease. And daily livability. I hate CVT transmissions and rather put up with the push button trans.

[@Consolethumbs]

Acura all the way. Not a fan of the French Japanese car company Nissan since they merged with Renault and almost all there cars are terrible with reliability besides the 370z and Nissan GTR.

[@IamCooper-rk5bn]

Nissan never merged with Renault. It’s an alliance between the two corporations, this alliance started in the 90s.

[@TWHISPERER]

You know your stuff.

[@martink3953]

Less horsepower and MDX smoked the Infiniti. That CVT is an automatic fail. You guys didn't even try Android Auto/Car Play. It makes having 2 screens total sense and apsolutely transforms the infotainment system. You have Google Voice Search which will do everything you need. Nathan, for the love of God, hitting three different buttons is not brain surgery stop complaining.

[@Dexion845]

Well they also has the Infiniti on Eco drive mode. I’m sure that didn’t help. I test drove a QX60 and it’s not nearly this slow.

[@aluke6059]

Thanks for helping to figure out which one to go get, gonna check out the MDX today.

[@mrgold3591]

Acura seems to look better after +10 years with its conservative styling compared to other luxury vehicles made the same model years. Add in the Acura/Honda reliability and you have a vehicle you can drive +150,000 miles with mostly routine maintenance.

[@d.akhtar9080]

That 3rd row is for little kids most of the time, he’s huge, if he fits at all it’s an accomplishment

[@bluediamond9364]

MDX is the Best one, driving a 17 waiting n the 2020

[@ceebeel]

Thank you gentlemen for straightforward reviews. I am tormenting between mdx and rx350l. Your thoughts?

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

Get the MDX, way better to drive and third row is actually usable

[@steverapos3904]

Sorry guys but your focus was wrong here - this is not a sports car - it is supposed to be a car that has a ton of utility while being luxurious. While the Acura handles better and is faster, the Infiniti was much more luxurious inside and had a usable 3rd row (not too mention that with the 3rd row up the Acura had pretty much no trunk space)

[@kameronsabel8252]

Steve Rapos lmao, that’s exactly what I was saying

[@ldawson103]

MDX all day long. The Infiniti feels and looks too much like the pathfinder it’s based on.

[@zamora3D]

@@CarringtonHollisterand thats a good thing.

[@yorkaveeno378]

@@CarringtonHollister infiniti fanboy says.

[@Av3ntur0zky]

@@CarringtonHollister very wrong, they feel completely different lol

[@johnseong8296]

I actually really enjoyed this review and good job.

[@darinmurphy6426]

Acura gang 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@sijo24]

Nathan, I think you shoud do more videos. Can you take a qx60 awd up Gold mine hill? I just bought a 2020 qx60 for my wife.

[@Light23K]

I'm waiting for the all new 2020 Acura MDX type S.

[@abautoglass8656]

Well it's comin in 2021 not 2020

[@alchemy1]

I drove both. I bought the Infiniti PERIOD. Excellent comfortable seats and smooth ride and just plush feeling. You want to quick response? you put it on sports mode. You want it to get down on the snow,? you put it on snow mode. Then you have standard mode and economy mode. Each has distinct feel to it.

[@50hellkat2]

Infinity QX 60 all the way brothers. You guys have got me questioning your usual exquisite tastes.

[@fastgetz31]

I'm in the same boat like you guys I love the Acura MDX but I do not like the shifter and that you can't buy the hybrid motor with the A-spec

[@ir0nm0nkey123]

One screen for nav and the other is for media it says it all right there in front of you. And the mdx have way more features then the stupid infinity which you have to pay extra $$ just to have what’s on the mdx.

[@rhoodj]

Honestly like most of most (majority smart investing) people, the Toyota highlander is a best smart investment. And we can feel the EXCITEMENT of people to run after this vehicle. So many Highlanders down the streets....

[@matthewalbers31]

My pathfinder never got better than 22MPG on the highway. I sniffed 25MPG once on a long downhill highway run. It averaged 20MPG in mixed driving. I would expect more MPG for the penalty of the CVT...

[@joemoffa7304]

Put the mdx in comfort mode it loosens up the suspension

[@alexyoungberg5232]

*Nathan was cracking me up in this video* 😂😂

[@Dexion845]

Kept the Drive selector on Eco on the QX60, didn’t talk about safety features like all-around view camera.... This review is definitely lacking and there are 10 times as more QX60’s on the road where I live. Doing 0-60 in a grocery hauler is cool but isn’t really practical.

[@eugenegrantlinjr3966]

MDX ✊

[@matthewalbers31]

I owned a Nissan Pathfinder... The front wheel bias and the CVT makes it not worth anything... I turned the lease in early because of it's poor driving feel.

[@eliaqum1234]

I got the same issue now with infiniti . I got the q50s and after 2 months im just depressed about the car going to cancel the lease. Before i had an acura2012 after 6 years no problems and amazing engine feel sorry that i sold that one .

[@davehayter312]

Hey, I have a 2016 RDX (not MDX) but it's virtually like a baby MDX. I love my Acura. Love the 3.5 liter V-6. Love the 6-speed tranny in the RDX. Regular gear shift lever. None of this push button crap. Definitely no CVTs for me!

[@willnx2]

This looks like a review geared towards a Sport oriented SUV rather than what a SUV is used for (Utility: Hauling things around, family trips (Hello 3rd row seating), overall usable space. The 3rd row seats and overall space inside the ACURA MDX are just ridiculously small, funny looking and looks dangerous; thank God the guy was able to get out alive! Getting in and out of the ACURA MDX 3rd row sit 20-30 minutes on a good day, they should add this challenge to the American Ninja Warrior show.

[@jmj267]

I can't believe I stayed for the whole show but I watched it and I liked it I like the Acura that's my choice but I would still not buy it maybe I wouldn't even lease it because I want to truck.

[@Playb0ymari]

Infiniti just needs a new infotainment system tbh. The cars are very attractive and the brand does have decent sales numbers this year. They won’t do any better till they update their lineup. Come on nissan!!..

[@pauldejesus8071]

Proud owner 2017 MDX

[@iamthemedici]

i personally lease most of my cars, espcically when there are good deals, why would you want to keep a car forever anyways? do you keep your phone forever? and most times you end up paying less when lease.

[@yulianmarkevych2709]

Acura much better

[@CP-pb3pj]

Nice MDX, but i still prefer my 2006 Acura MDX original owner.

[@Light23K]

I prefer the 2020 MDX even though I haven't seen it yet.

[@Dreamcardriving]

Great channel I've been watching for years love your content!

[@tomaracic1492]

Infiniti is a way better and more practical choice with a big sky roof and rear 3rd row access and rear dvds with heated seats and hdmi conections for everyone to be entertained for the ride .Cvt is not a deal breaker in the sport mode drive and acceleration is above average for every day. Infiniti all the way

[@vivzavala2149]

I have a 2019 Infiniti and it is Apple play and android ready. There's a know in front of the console for fast pickup !

[@mrdataone]

The Acura MDX have a well known transmission problem. 2016-2018 the 9 speed transmission, so do the Honda Pilot trims which use the same transmission. I read it was fix on the 2019 model but not going to take that chance. Google it and you’ll find out.

[@stephanieconrad2300]

Acura all day, every day.

[@MiamiWebDesign]

The Infiniti is a very nice looking premium suv. No Apple Carplay though?? Crazy.

[@jamesbeaman6337]

Had to stop the video at 5:05 before proceeding further and say that the blue OBS 4x4 F250 is the best part of this video. Whose truck is that? Need to use it in a series!

[@reserva120]

so all your zero to 60 times are in fact done with three Large men inside???

[@ZZ-by9zk]

Was going get a 2019 MDX but heard 2020 will be completely revamped. When does the 2020 come out?

[@AlaskanSnowLeopard]

2021 is the redesign model.

[@jacobyo99]

The interior of the Infiniti looks almost exactly like the Pathfinder which it is based on.

[@minivanman1356]

Honda makes some really really nice v6 engines transmissions eh but really really nice v6 engines

[@jdcolo]

would your recommendation be the same on the QX80? I'm considering an MDX but, I kinda like some of the features of the QX80

[@GWR_Sun-Lion]

Plus you forget how hard was for you to get in the 3rd row in MDX. Something you guys always forget is that SUVs must be practical, roomi and comfortable. Unless I would by GT2RS!

[@drumandvas]

I agree that luxury car (such as Infiniti that wants to market itself ass one) should have all basic features included. lane assist, blind spot, welcome lighting, good leather, etc. Optional, maybe, a different leather trim, maybe a different wood trim, maybe an alcanara roof liner, something very expensive, not something that is expected to be there without options.

[@brandonwilliams2165]

Y'all did the 0-60 in eco mode lololol. It'll run it around 6 seconds in real world. Esp in sport mode

[@jerrycain6404]

I am surprised how slow your test vehicle is. My 18 smokes the front tire from a dead stop. And, driven prudently, will easily average 28 mpg. I have seen 31. It is stronger than the 17 rx 359 I had previously.

[@akluh]

I think the Infiniti is a better vehicle for what these family haulers are designed for, the difference in acceleration is negligible and the exterior styling is sportier in the QX60

[@Mars-hc4hp]

What would you choose between a used 2019 qx60 pure base and 2017 mdx with tech? Same price same mileage.

[@RomaneMaticaliseGordon]

MDX all the way. It just does everything better

[@irshangill7582]

MDX for me!

[@tanwindersidhu3270]

Good review Acura MDX buy it

[@khaledalothman4314]

10.5 s??? What did you fuel that Qx60 with, orange juice???

[@Shawnxiaoyi]

love to drive acura. best for family suv qx60

[@CarringtonHollister]

I'm digging that color on that Infiniti

[@Consolethumbs]

Also having different compressions in one engine based on how you are driving is just accelerated wear and tear on the engine not sure if it’s in this model infinity but others do have it and I have heard horror story’s about them needing head gasket around 30k miles and other major issues

[@bbbt8090]

It's still behind in interior luxury quality but a great all around 3 row SUV for under $60k.

[@neontv2843]

Which one?

[@eunusnyc]

I had my Infinity QX60 for 2 years and 84,000 miles

[@jaycobmelo1904]

What year was it?