Overview & Reviews

Introduced last year, Acura's capable SUV receives only minor changes for 2002. There are four new exterior colors, and enhancements have been made to reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) for a quieter, more comfortable ride.

• Powerful V6 engine, roomy interior, fold-flat third-row seat, sophisticated 4WD system.

• Limited off-road capability, below-average tow rating, lacks personality.

User Reviews:

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  A little old ladies darling - 2002 Acura MDX
  By WALTER BRINEY - May 9 - 12:24 pm

  I wouldnt even consider selling it accept for wanting all the new safety equipment that is now available. No issues with repairs other than scheduled maintenance. We liked it so much that we purchased a second one just like it accept it is a 2005 model. I dont like that you must use premium fuel in it.

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  LOVE LOVE LOVE this 2002 ACURA MDX TOURING - 2002 Acura MDX
  By grammyjan1978 - January 6 - 10:55 am

  I drove this, loved the looks of it, and it has 187,000 and counting. I would buy another one just like it...got it at 54000 at dealer certified and have had no issues whatsoever. I love my Acura. My only question...I just drove to work and for the first time I clicked the four wheel drive VDX button, how can you tell if it goes off...I clicked it and no change...got me to work in 13 inches of snow...

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  Great Car! - 2002 Acura MDX
  By jbirken - May 14 - 9:55 pm

  I bought my 02 MDX new from the dealer. I have had it now for 10 years and have over 235K miles on it. No major repairs at all. I read about transmissions, struts repairs, etc but I have seen none of it. A great family car. Very reliable. Never failed me. The transmission finally went recently (no complaints after 235K miles) and I want to get another one. I do get worried from what I am reading here at times but for me the car was well worth the $$$ spent.

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  Very Happy With Purchase So Far - 2002 Acura MDX
  By twelborn - November 10 - 5:30 pm

  My dad and I found this 2002 Acura MDX with around 101,000 miles on it for around $12,000. Was a little off-put with the miles at first, but after I drove it I absolutely loved it. Luxury cars engines last better than normal cars, you get a better car for the buck too. It provides smooth acceleration and provides an overall very comfortable ride. Was using unleaded-plus fuel at first, but then the ride got a little shaky. Switched back to straight-up premium and the engine performance and fuel economy became much better. I love the Bose sound system in the car, good and clean audio deliverance. Very happy with this car. As long as you do regular maintenance, you shouldnt have problems.

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  Worried after reading...... - 2002 Acura MDX
  By hdavis39 - December 28 - 11:21 pm

  I love my MDX. I am worried now that I have read the significant issues people have had with their transmission. I pray that I will not. I have over 163,000 miles on my car now and have never had any major issues. I changed the timing belt just to avoid future problems when I did a major maintenance. I will say with regard to safety that this vehicle has been safe. I have six children and I have had several people hit me and I rear ended someone once. The only damage to my car were mere scratches. It is built like a tank. Maybe I will be one of the lucky ones but so far I cannot complain. This is the best car that I have ever driven.

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  The wonder car - 2002 Acura MDX
  By Elizabeth - March 22 - 2:21 pm

  Our family was in an accident on the freeway, where we lost control of the car due to slick road surface and were hit 2 times by other cars as we spun toward the fast lane. When we took stock of each one of us in the car, we were all okay. One of the airbags went off and the car was totaled. The next day, we found another Acura MDX and are very glad to drive such a safe and reliable car. We are certain many other cars would not have protected us in that situation.

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  3 years and still going strong - 2002 Acura MDX
  By drhibert - December 23 - 11:15 am

  I bought my 02 MDX in 06 with 64,000 miles on it. I have not had any problems with it in the last 3 years. I keep up with regular maintenance - thats it. I can regularly get 20-22mpg around town, and up to 26 highway. Pretty good for an SUV. Im up to 120,000 miles and it still drives and looks great. Theres a weird pop noise when going back into drive after being in reverse, but its been there since I bought it and has never caused any problems. To my understanding, it is common to most 02 MDXs.

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  MDX - One of the Best - 2002 Acura MDX
  By R Smith - November 11 - 12:53 pm

  There are many SUVs to choose from but if youre looking for a luxury SUV with the best list of amenities you cant do any better than the MDX. The MDX is one of the few SUVs that offer leather heated seats, a power moon roof, rear seat a/c and heating vents/contols and a third row of seats all standard (touring edition). It is also one of the few that ride like a car. These cars are well worth the wait!

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  MDX - 2002 Acura MDX
  By Mark Morrison - October 2 - 10:00 am

  Absolutely excellent in every manner possible.

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  Total Package! - 2002 Acura MDX
  By Tiger Lady - August 26 - 2:00 am

  My MDX is everything I had expected! During the business week, its perfect for taking colleagues and clients to lunch. On the weekends, its perfect for hauling my two large labrador retrievers, golf clubs and bicycle! The MDX is definitely a total package.