2005 Acura MDX Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.61/5 Average
198 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

This year the MDX receives standard XM Satellite Radio, a Bluetooth hands-free cell phone interface on Touring models, a larger fuel tank and an enhanced stability control system. The optional rear entertainment system now includes an in-dash six-disc CD changer, and the navigation system has an enhanced database. MDXs with navigation also include the OnStar communications system.

Pros:
  • Room for seven passengers or serious amounts of cargo, gutsy V6 engine, well-balanced suspension, top-rated crash test scores.
Cons:
  • Limited off-road capability, below-average tow rating, ho-hum interior design and materials.

User Reviews:

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  • great car on the road - 2005 Acura MDX
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    one of the reasons I chose the MDX was its ability to be towed all wheels down behind a motorhome. I have found the MDX to be a wonderful vehicle for this purpose atop all of the wonderful features it posseses as a staandard road MPV.

  • New Acura MDX purchase - 2005 Acura MDX
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    Bought it for my wife after testdriving and researching ML350 (2006), X5 3.0, RX330 and LR3 V8. Best value for money in the segment. Although the interior quality, fit/finish and "status factor" is obviously inferior to others in the class and so also is the ride quality, its a compromise worth making in the light of better acceleration (especially in the passing range) than the others, initial cost for comparably equipped models, projected 5 year cost of ownership, reliability and versatility.

  • a quality drive - 2005 Acura MDX
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    This is absolutely the best vehicle I have ever driven. The MDX touring package has all the bells and whistles anyone can want in an SUV. A little pricy compared to some other SUVs but well worth the money. Acceleration is fast and smooth, with a very quiet ride.

  • Acura MDX - 2005 Acura MDX
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    Love everything about this car except the amount of wind noise on the highway. The navigation system is by far the best in the industry. I have friends with three other systems and they all envy this one for ease of use.

  • COMPETITION???? NONE!!!!!!! - 2005 Acura MDX
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    I just bought my 05 MDX w/NAV & DVD Ent. on 4th of July. I had and still do have Lexus 300 for the past 4 years and theres just no comparison. I wanted to buy a 7 passenger seating and was looking at Lexus GX470 and MBZ ML500. Compared all the vehicles by its features, comfort, gadgets/technologies, options, hp, torque, styling, and value.... with two hands WAY DOWN, MDX came out ahead. Theres just no way that MBZ ML500 nor Lexus GX470 could compete. Both MBZ & Lexuss rear/back passenger seats are installed on the side of the trunk space....so inconvenient! If you want the BEST SUV, MDX is way to go. Dont even waste your time shopping around!

  • 2nd time around - 2005 Acura MDX
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    When my lease came up on my 2001 MDX I looked at everything in the Luxury class and just couldnt find another car that I liked any better. As a Real Estate broker I needed a SUV that was confortable in the back as well as the front. The reclining back seats are much better than the straight up and down seating in many other models. The NAV system is the best in fuction of any I have seen. ONSTAR and XM are also a great addition to the older model. The best car I have ever had (my 2001 MDX) got better.

  • None like it in the market... - 2005 Acura MDX
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    There isnt another Lux SUV on the market that has the blend of size and utility with comfort and safety like the MDX. Seating for 7 with safety features like Onstar and all the airbags you could ever want. The review states that the interior is bland, but I would call it understated elegance. Everything is where it should be and the materials (dash seats etc.) are all top quality. The only things I wish it had are daytime running lights and automatic locking when placed in drive. Overall the wife loves it (even the nav system I had to have) and the kids like being able to have their friends all in one car. NOTE: The MDX is due for a redesign in 2007.

  • Happy New Owner - 2005 Acura MDX
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    Have researched SUVs for about 4 years and always came back to the Acura MDX as the top choice. Purchased in 2005 and so far we have really enjoyed our MDX experience

  • freddieboi - 2005 Acura MDX
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    safe, solid fun to drive for an SUV, good looking, very dependable, comfortable and solid as a rock

  • Hard to beat...but for gas mileage !! - 2005 Acura MDX
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    I have had my MDX for about a month... first car that ever talked back to me! I looked at MANY other cars first and think I chose the best for my needs, a combination of off road and long distance driving. The car is great in all respects but the gas mileage is atrocious!! I am getting 14.4 around town and only 18.6 on the highway ! Miserable compared to my last car, a W8 VW wagon.

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