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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  We Love It - 2005 Acura MDX
  By dmdm - June 8 - 3:30 pm

  Decided to abandon the minivan this time around for something a bit sportier but with the same seating capacity as the van. I cannot say enough good things about our MDX. It handles much nicer than the other SUVs on our shopping list (feels like driving a sedan not a truck). The interior is very well done and we love the new exterior color Steel Blue Metalic. Gas mileage could be better, but we expect it to get better as it breaks in. Great choice!

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  Acura - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Jeff - June 6 - 3:13 am

  Weve had vehicle for 1yr and its only been back to dealership once due to a slip in transmission. Dealer checked it out and right away they decided to replace transmission because Acura wanted to disassemble and assess. We were impressed! Great family vehicle, its much roomier than you would think by looking at it.

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  Best Mid Sized Luxury SUV Around - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Great MDX - May 31 - 11:20 pm

  We have had our 05 Touring w/Nav MDX for four months now (all winter) and absolutely love it. For all out traction in mud/snow, this one cant be beat. Solid as a rock and have had not one single problem. Voice activated Navigation is absolutely amazing. Looked at the RX and X5, both were way overpriced and gas mileage was worse than MDX. Its time for an MDX Hybrid.

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  Great car, keep those PINs!! - 2005 Acura MDX
  By seanandre - April 6 - 12:26 pm

  Bought it b/c baby on the way. Yeah, car was working perfectly. Interior light left on drained battery, got a jump... Need the pin numbers for both radio and nav to start working again. Had incorrect pin for nav, cost 90 bucks to pull system out and ref serial number in database... If you buy car used (like us) get those correct pins AND serial numbers. Car is great other than that, we live in DC, the nav system is awesome and a must, much better than BMW, space is great (been remodeling condo and moving furniture). Gas milage from 15-24mpg depending on city/hwy. Not a hardcore 4x4, but just snowed and we never felt the vehicle lose ground on hills or get bogged down, just powered on through

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  Rear main seal - transmission - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Van Sean - April 4 - 11:55 am

  Barely out of warranty and the rear main seal (rear crankshaft seal) failed. The sad part is I just paid off this sucker. Transmission also started to develop problems. Replacing the rear main seal can cost upward $2000 (mostly labor) but this wont stop the other transmission related problems. I finally gave up and traded it in for a new car. This was a loss-loss situation for me. Acura quality is falling apart. Sadly, I am not the only ones being affected by this...avoid at all cost!

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  Balanced Luxury Utility Vehicle - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Max - March 15 - 2:20 am

  My wife and I looked at several luxury and non-luxury 7-passenger SUVs. The list included the Toyota Highlander, Cadillac SRX, Volvo XC90, Honda Pilot, Mercedes ML, and more. The SRX was the most fun to drive, but the XC90 had more safety features. The ML had the best "luxury" interior, but the Highlander and Pilot were all priced considerably less. Well, the MDX has more HP than the SRX, is second in crash tests to only the XC90, has better reliability than the Benz, and is more prestigious than a Toyota and Honda combined. Winning combination in our book!

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  I thought Acura/Hondas were relable? - 2005 Acura MDX
  By JP - February 24 - 11:49 am

  I really liked the features of the vehicle. Drove it one week and started hearing a "rumbling" noise around 30-40 mph. Seemed like the transmission was having problems shifting. Dealer had it for two weeks, had to rebuild the transmission and replace the torque converter. Luckily I will have 3 years/36,000 mile warranty on the transmission. Besides that, nothing else to complain about so far. I thought Acura/Hondas were supposed to be very reliable?

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  Great Automobile - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Lincoln Wilmot - December 27 - 7:53 pm

  In a nutshell, this is the best value for your money out of all the SUVs I test drove. This vehicle is beautiful to look at and drive. It is the best experience I have ever had in an automobile. For the money you pay for this vehicle, everything is standard. The braking and power is unbelievable and it also has a tight turn radius. I am extremely satisfied and would recommend this vehicle to anyone.

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  2004 MDX - 2005 Acura MDX
  By APildes - December 25 - 12:23 am

  This vehicle is spacious, extremely comfortable, has a great stereo system, and there is very little road noise. Visability all around is excellent. Pick up is good, but could be better when accelerating from a stop. The engine is more than adequate for highway driving and does not strain when going 70 mph. I am extremely happy with my MDX and would consider purchasing an MDX or an Acura car when my lease is up.

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  My Wife Loves this Car - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Big Fan - December 7 - 1:08 am

  This is a great car. Comfortable seats, quiet, smooth. My wifes friends always ask her to drive because they all love this car. Very reliable - transmission replaced under warranty, no other problems.