Overview & Reviews

The Acura MDX is a midsize luxury SUV with a carlike unibody platform and three rows of seats. The original MDX bowed in 2001, at a time when most competitors still featured body-on-frame construction and the term "crossover" was but a glimmer in some marketer's eye. Since then, Acura has maintained the MDX's family-friendly packaging, including standard seven-passenger seating, while spicing up the recipe with various styling, performance and handling enhancements. In typical Acura fashion, every MDX comes well equipped, with options generally limited to a few choice features bundled into packages.

New or used, the Acura MDX stands out for its comfort, versatility and refinement. It's one of our top recommendations for a family-oriented luxury crossover SUV. In reviews, we've found the MDX to be a polished performer, as it remains one of the more engaging luxury crossovers to drive and also provides a commendably supple ride. Weak points include cramped third-row accommodations for adults and less sumptuous interior appointments than in some rivals, though the MDX's strong resale value offers ample compensation.

User Reviews:

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  First SUV - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Snow - December 24 - 4:03 pm

  This is the third Acura I have owned. It is great vehicle. Fun to drive, handles well in ice and snow. Great sound system. Over all I am very happy with the MDX. This is my first SUV, and I wouldnt go back to a car after driving this vehicle.

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  Great vehicle - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Frank - December 23 - 4:24 pm

  I hads a 2003 MDX. This model is very similar and still has the same reliability. I love the voice activity NAV system. Also the blue tooth capability.

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  At 1000 mi - 2007 Acura MDX
  By Fred - December 21 - 3:30 pm

  Review at 3 weeks and 1000 miles: Overall, this vehicle is a home run, not even a stand up triple. It has been challenged on mountain passes,with snow and dry pavement, the handling is like no SUV or car I have driven. The control, especially in sport mode, removes almost all insecurity and white knuckles. MPG: overall 21.6 at 1000 with a mix of 60% hwy and 40% city. Snow performance 8/10. Marginal tread design of the Michelin all-seasons is the reason. Light off road duty is very good. Nav system is slightly superior to Toyota. We have both. A bit difficult to negotiate in a tight parking lot. Flip side is plenty of room for kids and cargo.

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  Happy with new MDX - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Chicagomom - December 18 - 9:53 pm

  We bought the new MDX to replace both an Odyssey and a Mercedes E320 because were moving to the city and we like to go to the mountains. The MDX is easy to drive, has plenty of power, intuitive controls and dash, and great navigation system. For its weight, not bad mileage.

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  Love my MDX - 2005 Acura MDX
  By meileen - December 18 - 4:20 pm

  I enjoy the handling, the style and the comfort. It has been my favorite car purchase. Used to drive a Ford Expedition and this by far handles better. The service I get w/ Acura has been outstanding. Only one change, wish it had a little more storage hiding space near the driver .

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  Very satisfied - 2003 Acura MDX
  By JimDee - December 17 - 1:15 pm

  Has been an excellent vehicle. No problems in three years. Excellent highway vehicle. Mileage 22 to 24 mpg. City 16 mpg. Some road noise. Excellent service by two dealers, one in Ga and one in FL.

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  Best SUV in its class! - 2007 Acura MDX
  By Dr.A - December 17 - 10:56 am

  In love with this car! Gorgeous interior, heavy tech features without the heavy price! Did a 7 hour road trip with family. Wife was in back seat reclined back enjoying a movie with our son while I was listening to ESPN XM radio up front. We had their temp set to 78 as they are always cold and I was feeling good around 72 degrees since I am always warm... very nice!! Excellent acceleration and handling. Previous review said they had heavy steering. I do not have this problem at all. This vehicle has surpassed our expectations and I would be very suprised if it doesnt win a lot of awards!!

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  MDX - 2006 Acura MDX
  By richard nelson - December 15 - 6:53 pm

  this is our 14th acura and they just keep getting better

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  LOVE IT! - 2007 Acura MDX
  By Christine R - December 10 - 4:16 am

  Just got the MDX. Love it. It is such a great car for me. I have owned two Hondas in the past (civic and accord) and wanted another Honda but wanted more luxury than the Pilot. So the Acura was the answer. Its a great ride, everything I need. Im a 51 female and I love it. I have a two and a half year old and we added a side rail (step) and glad we did, little guy can get in easier by himself and I use it to buckle him in without stretching.

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  Sierra Hotel - Great Vehicle - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Chief D - December 7 - 9:47 pm

  This is my first SUV. Having looked for almost a year, I kept coming back to the MDX. Its a great driving experience. The MDX is as smooth a ride as is our Avalon XLS (which my wife inherits). Lots of room with lots of luxury.