Subaru Solterra Touring vs Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD 6.2 s Runner-up: 6.9 s
Power winner Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD 290 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Subaru Solterra Touring 441 L Runner-up: 425 L
Price winner Subaru Solterra Touring $46,295 Runner-up: $55,250

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring against the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. One uses a battery-electric powertrain and the other a petrol system, so range and consumption figures need to be read in that context.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.2 seconds, compared with 6.9 seconds for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD has the higher listed output at 290 hp; 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 72 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD at 380 Nm and 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring at 337 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 441 litres versus 425 litres, a difference of 16 litres. 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD carries the higher towing rating at 2,268 kg, while 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD is 309 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has the lower listed starting price at $46,295, compared with $55,250 for 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD. 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification Subaru Solterra Touring2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD2025
Performance
0-100 km/h6.9 s6.2 s
Top Speed160 km/h230 km/h
Power218 hp290 hp
Torque337 Nm380 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range451 km
Battery71.4 kWh
Fuel Tank73 L
Efficiency15.8 kWh/100km10.4 L/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km237 g/km
DC Charging147 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,690 mm4,999 mm
Ground Clearance210 mm185 mm
Cargo441 L425 L
Curb Weight1,930 kg2,045 kg
Towing750 kg2,268 kg
Seats57
Turning Circle12.0 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$46,295$55,250

Subaru Solterra Touring vs Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD?

2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.2 seconds, versus 6.9 seconds for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD?

2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD has the higher listed top speed at 230 km/h (143 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD?

2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD has more power at 290 hp, a 72 hp advantage over 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD?

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has more listed cargo space at 441 litres (15.6 cu ft), versus 425 litres (15.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD?

2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 2,268 kg (5,000 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD?

2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD is heavier at 2,045 kg (4,508 lb), while 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 1,930 kg (4,255 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD?

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $46,295 USD, compared with $55,250 USD for 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD?

2025 Acura MDX A-Spec SH-AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.