2026 Cadillac VISTIQ -- Buy THIS Luxury 3-Row Over Lexus TX 500 or MDX Type S??

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Cadillac Vistiq, Lexus TX 500, and Acura MDX Type S, helping you decide which luxury 3‑row suits your needs best:

Cadillac Vistiq (2026, all-electric)​

• Power & performance: 615 hp / 650 lb‑ft torque, AWD, 0‑60 mph in ~3.7 s
• Range & charging: ~300 mi (305 mi per KBB), 102 kWh battery, DC fast‑charge ~79‑80 mi in 10 min
• Seating & cargo: 6–7 seats; 15.2 cu ft behind row 3, 80 cu ft total
• Tech & luxury: 33″ curved LED display, Super Cruise hands-free, Google‑built infotainment, optional air suspension, bidirectional V2H charging
• Pricing: ~$78,790–97,890 MSRP, trims: Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury, Platinum

Pros: Electrifying performance, luxury tech, zero emissions, home-energy backup
Cons: Premium price, depends on EV infrastructure, no CarPlay/Android Auto

Lexus TX 500 (2025/6, gas‑powered hybrid)​

• Powertrain: Hybrid powertrain (TX 500h), AWD, likely around 350 hp – performance-oriented but slower than Vistiq/MDX
• Interior & tech: 14″ infotainment with wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, optional 21-speaker Mark Levinson audio
• Space: Cargo: 20.2 cu ft (all seats), 57.4 cu ft (row‑3 folded), 97 cu ft (all folded)
• Advantages: Reliable hybrid, luxury badge, top-tier fit & finish, CarPlay included
• Potential Drawbacks: Lacks EV benefits, pricing likely near $80–90 k

Acura MDX Type S (2024/5, gas turbo)​

• Performance: Turbo‑V6 with 355 hp / 354 lb‑ft, AWD, 0‑60 mph in ~5.5 s
• Real-world mpg: ~17–23 mpg depending on driving style
• Interior: Premium with leather, wood trim, massage seats, optional 25-speaker audio
• Tech complaints: Touchpad interface is divisive; reliability concerns reported (transfer-case / air suspension)
• Seating: 7 seats; third row best for kids
• Value: Likely $60–75k, good performance for money

Pros: Strong driver’s feel, luxury interior, value
Cons: Poor fuel economy, infotainment usability, some reliability worries

Which One Should You Buy?​

Priority	Best Pick	Why
Cutting-edge EV	Cadillac Vistiq	Blazing acceleration, EV utility (range, charging, V2H), luxury tech—but high cost and EV infrastructure needed.
Hybrid refinement & luxury	Lexus TX 500	Reliable hybrid, top-tier comfort, full hybrid range; but it lacks EV perks.
Performance & value	Acura MDX Type S	Turbo fun, rich interior, best price; watch for mpg downsides and some reliability chatter.

Final Thoughts​

• Want future-focused tech and EV benefits? Go Vistiq—if you're okay with a premium price and charging reliance.
• Want hybrid reliability with luxury and everyday practicality? TX 500h is a refined, smart pick.
• Want sporty driving and value sooner? MDX Type S gives performance and luxury but gas prices and infotainment may irk some.

Suggested Next Steps​

• If leaning toward the Vistiq, put your name on Cadillac’s waitlist (production starts February 2025, dealership availability mid‑2025)
• Test drive all three: feel the Vistiq EV torque, Lexus hybrid smoothness, and MDX dynamic fun.
• Evaluate your charging setup and usage—if home/work EV charging is solid, the Vistiq’s advantages grow.