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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  My second but hardly final MDX - 2005 Acura MDX
  By M.Dennis McCarron - July 25 - 1:49 pm

  The 05 MDX is a world above the 01 I had first and THAT was a great vehicle! This may not be the splashiest SUV on the lot, but it is much more quiet and nimble than any other I have owned. I think the gas mileage is fair at 20-21 mpg but sustainable for now. The turning radius still amazes me!

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  MDX Overview - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Kevin - July 21 - 1:32 am

  Good car overall, the biggest SUV size for the smallest SUV type.

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  Best Luxury SUV - 2001 Acura MDX
  By lbclagett - July 20 - 3:22 pm

  I purchase a 2001 MDX and Love it. It has all the features and a great price. It is a perfect daily driver and road trip car. It was my first of many.

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  Solid SUV - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Mike cinti - July 19 - 3:15 pm

  great experience buying, solid ride. Very fast and comfortable.

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  Excellent performance in snow - 2003 Acura MDX
  By funcarmdx - July 19 - 2:00 am

  Just coming back from a skip trip, Im very satisfied with the excellent performance of MDX in icy and snowy roads. A fun car to drive!!

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  Fun SUV, Nice Looking, Missing a little - 2005 Acura MDX
  By RLPoloGuy4U - July 17 - 3:13 pm

  This is a great little SUV. It has several nice features however it is missing a few basic features. Only the drivers window is auto up/down and the sunroof is NOT auto either. Gas mileage is not as good as I would have expected. Overall I am extremely happy with this SUV. Acura offers the best SUV with the most options in its class. Much better than the X5 and not as regular as the Lexus. A great buy if you are in the market!

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  Very Disappointed in my MDX - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Janet - July 17 - 2:55 pm

  "Clunking" noises that "cant be fixed". Said MDX just makes these noises w/ no remedy <-NOT an acceptable answer!!! Poor design features: no continuous visible outside temperature readout recirculating air setting does not stay on-must be constantly re-set Navigation system NOT user friendly. Also, static in AM radio. Over-designed in some areas under-designed in others. Manufacturer not willing to remedy problems. Spent over $40,000 for a car that does not meet expectations.

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  Bs MDX - 2005 Acura MDX
  By BHM - July 16 - 6:06 pm

  I owned an 02 MDX and thoroughly enjoyed it. I moved up the the 05 and it is more advanced thatn the 02 with the talk to it feature.

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  great car on the road - 2005 Acura MDX
  By jim - July 16 - 2:01 pm

  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.

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  Its the ultimate drivers machine - 2004 Acura MDX
  By carmin ator - July 15 - 12:38 am

  The MDX is the ultimate drivers machine. The "ultimate driving machine" might be good for short hops from the mansion to the golf course. But the MDX is perfect for hauling 6 humans and luggage for a 10 day road-trip. Handling is crisp and taut. Interior room is adequate for 6 - if you put the kids in the last row. The convenience package is adequate neither underwhelming nor overwhelming. The safety features crumple zones, breakaway mounts, full curtain side airbags, etc. are uptodate. Mileage was a paltry 12-13mpg street and 20-25 hwy. For absolute comfort buy the Navigator for raw power buy the X5. But if youre on a budget and want an all-round SUV thats awesome to drive buy the MDX.