Overview & Reviews

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.

• Room for seven passengers or serious amounts of cargo, gutsy V6 engine, well-balanced suspension, top-rated crash test scores.

• Limited off-road capability, below-average tow rating, ho-hum interior design and materials.

User Reviews:

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  Transmission vibrates/grinds at 35-40 mph - 2005 Acura MDX
  By kpsmith - June 24 - 1:19 pm

  At approximately 30,000 miles, upon acceleration, the transmission would vibrate/grind until 45 mph. I have found this to be a common problem on many Acura forums and there are 11 reports of this exact same problem on the National Highway Transportation and Safety (NHTSA) website. The problem seems to be the transmission torque converter.

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  Great SUV - 2005 Acura MDX
  By jbgraw - June 22 - 6:41 pm

  Great car. Plenty of room, hard to fit seven passengers and luggage. excellent fuel economy. 15-18 in town, we consistently get 25-26 on the highway. Average tank is always around 21. Super comfortable on the inside. Great in the winter.

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  2005 Acura - 2005 Acura MDX
  By DMP - May 13 - 4:32 pm

  Love this vehicle. Have 77,000 miles on it and no problems whatsoever. Love the touchscreen navigation that can be operated on the go. Bluetooth and Address Book are great too. Leather still looks like new and gas mileage has been great. Averaging over 20 mpg in city and highway driving. Have taken on several long road trips and the seats are great! Best Ive ever sat in.

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  Loved this SUV - 2005 Acura MDX
  By CaptReg - April 2 - 4:37 pm

  Bought MDX because it could be towed behind my RV and provide an upscale trim/features than other towable vehicles. Loved this vehicle. Never had a single problem in over 5 years of driving and towing, just scheduled maintenance. Interior has everything and well designed. Id definitely buy a new one, but the new ones cant be towed - too bad. I highly recommend this vehicle - great family SUV.

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  Been a Good SUV - 2005 Acura MDX
  By GatorJeff - March 26 - 9:54 pm

  Overall this has been a solid vehicle. The only problem has been the torque converter at 57,000 miles. Acura paid a large portion of the repair cost though. I really love the MDX and cant seem to find anything worth selling it for. I usually keep cars for three years but after 5 I want to hang on to it for a while longer. I really like the design and interior technology.

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  Great after 4 years - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Jay - February 16 - 2:03 pm

  I bought my pre owned MDX at 62000, driving it since then for 10 months I am a satisfied customer. I like the build quality and handling. at 69000 it still runs quiet on the road. during the recent snow it drives superb with great AWD controls and traction.

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  Trouble with transmission - 2005 Acura MDX
  By driddle - February 5 - 2:48 pm

  Great car, but have had trouble with transmission. Has been replaced once already at 50000 miles, still makes hard shifts when shifting down.

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  Great Vehicle - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Bill - November 27 - 4:43 pm

  I got a SUV for reasonas associated with a bad back. It has proved to be much more. The MDX is a very comfortable smooth ride with great handling.

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  Extended warranty - 2005 Acura MDX
  By MDX man - September 21 - 9:17 am

  I have this truck for over 4years, I took to dealer at least 5 times for various problem.... Nice design, need to improve quality... Starter, Valve, Transmission, shock-- etc some of the few problems that have with this truck....

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  Outstanding Family Vehicle - 2005 Acura MDX
  By IZJ - September 3 - 5:30 pm

  The MDX is overall a truly outstanding family vehicle. Ours has 74,000 miles of intense use and wear. The balance of comfort, utility, passenger space, cargo room, handling and performance is remarkable. Honda is a packaging genius for figuring out how to create so much space in a reasonably compact vehicle. Acceleration is good for a heavy vehicle. Interior room is excellent and the leather seats are comfortable and durable. Many long road trips have been completed with enjoyment and ease. My wife and I have 3 children, aged 4-11. Gas mileage is solid, 16 city, 24-25 pure highway. An early electrical problem was fixed and we have had no other issues. We will keep our MDX for years.