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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  A excellent SUV - 2003 Acura MDX
  By buttons - October 13 - 2:00 am

  Spent a year testing SUVs. I finally had to decide between the new Lexus GX470 and the MDX. I choose the MDX because although the Lexus had a larger engine I couldnt justify the additional $12,000. Had to wait 6 weeks for delivery, but Im not dissapointed.

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  perfect family suv - 2005 Acura MDX
  By gino mallamaci - October 5 - 1:11 am

  a real pleasure to drive

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  All-around best performer - 2005 Acura MDX
  By dhk - October 4 - 4:29 am

  After doing a thorough research, we settled on MDX and have not been disappointed. This car does not do any one thing better than the competitors Lexus has a slightly comfier interior VW may have better off-road capability. But the entire package is better than the competition. Room for seven Acura workmanship lots and lots of power and fair pricing. We love than Acura wont nickel and dime you for features such as leather seating and moonroof. Everything comes standard. The only negative - and it comes with the territory - is the gas mileage, though it is better than most SUVs.

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  The best for the money - 2005 Acura MDX
  By John - October 3 - 1:03 pm

  Great car especially for the price. Extremely smooth transmission and very powerful 6 cylinder engine. Very quiet cabin. Handles like a car!

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  Low Profile But Reliable - 2003 Acura MDX
  By A. B. Garcia - September 28 - 11:18 pm

  Ive only had my Acura MDX for a month but I have enjoyed driving it. When I was first looking for a vehicle, my choice was a certified 2004 Lexus RX 330. My son, however, encouraged me to look at an Acura MDX. Thus, I first test drove the Lexus, but somehow knew what to expect because I have a 1995 ES 300. I, then humored my son and test drove an Acura. Well, you guess what my choice was. The Acura won hands down. The exterior of the Acura will not catch your attention right away. It has that low profile image. But underneath that is the build quality, excellent appointments of the instruments on the dashboard,and of course, its reliability.

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  Acura MDX - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Jim - September 28 - 1:54 am

  Everything is great but the GAS mileage. Only average 17mpg. Less than I expected.

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  Very disappointed - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Driving a Cayenne S - September 27 - 10:33 am

  Extremely disappointed in the product. Expected more pickup and much better gasoline economy due to 6 cylinders.

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  MDX is Great! - 2005 Acura MDX
  By HappyTourer - September 27 - 2:14 am

  Looked at Lexus RX330 and Toyota 4- Runner but Acura won out with best design and ease of use. Mileage has been as expected about 19 mixed use so far, but better than the old 4-Runner with 150HP. Power is excellent. We added rear body-colored wing which makes it look even better. Hard to believe the MDX is still somewhat hard to come by after 5 years on the market. I still own a 91 Legend Coupe and cannot bear the thought of parting with it. Had no problem trading off the 4-Runner, though.

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  Excellent Family Vehicle - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Gills Family - September 26 - 9:33 pm

  This is my 4th owned Acura and this MDX doesnt disappoint. It has a car-like ride which we like and the engineering and technology is well worth the price which we found reasonable for a Luxury vehicle. Acura service is outstanding and we are looking forward to enjoying our retirement vehicle. The MDX is not just a vehicle but a solution to our transportation problems.

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  Just buy it - 2007 Acura MDX
  By vroooom - September 23 - 11:40 pm

  I bought a TL after I had a Pilot, needless to say, I missed the room. I have 2 small children. This is the nicest vehicle I have ever owned. Its powerful, quiet, refined, full of gadgets and so comfortable it pampers you. Im getting around 23 mpg (90% 75 mph interstate driving). No squeaks, no rattles. Beautiful taupe interior. My only complaint is the lack of automatic rear-view mirror. Acura, thank you!