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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  Best in Class! - 2007 Acura MDX
  By Tony - June 11 - 10:10 am

  Wife and I were in market for vehicle with 3rd row of seating. We dont like the large truck-like SUVs and also do not like minivans. We decided to look into the luxury SUV segment and narrowed our choices to the BMW X5, Volvo XC90, LandRover LR3, and the Acura MDX. After test driving all and reviewing the numbers, the MDX was the obvious choice. Unbelievable extras for the money. When compared with these other luxury SUVs, I would have had to pay around $60K to get the same amount of features. Acura navigation currently head and shoulders above competition. Love the combination of luxury, utility, and convenience.

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  Saving My life - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Robin S - June 5 - 12:34 pm

  Two days ago I totaled my MDX, hitting a telephone pole head on. Fortunately thanks to a power greater than I and the structure of My MDX, I left without a scratch. I wont drive anything else. I had purchased my 2001 MDX used and loved it. Functions like a minivan, drives like a sports car and has the top of the line luxury that I love. No problems with the car @ 60 plus thousand miles. I look forward to purchasing my next one.

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  Decent Car, Mediocre Nav System - 2003 Acura MDX
  By lkrakauer - June 1 - 2:00 am

  My MDX drives nicely on dry roads and in snow, and it comfortably seats 7. The DVD entertainment system works really well (my kids LOVE it). But I wish I hadnt bought the navigation system. The voice recognition is nearly useless. The route selection is terrible because it tries to complete it in less than 10 seconds (often causing routes up to 1/3 longer -- and, yes, I am familiar with all of the route selection options). If it cannot find the satellites (i.e., it is lost) the voice still gives (usually wrong) directions but no verbal warning (DANGEROUS!).

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  Everything I always wanted - 2002 Acura MDX
  By bphill - May 30 - 4:12 pm

  This vehicle truly has the best of all worldsÂ’ ex.style, comfort, luxury, performance, and fuel efficient. Not to mention that the sound system is top notch (even has a sub). My wife and I both are very pleased all around. The next vehicle I buy will be a newer version of the MDX. The only thing I wish I had in this one is the navigation option. The next one I buy will have the navigation and dvd entertainment.

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  2016 Acura MDX ... NO Spare tire ... no tools - 2016 Acura MDX
  By Peter - May 26 - 4:59 am

  The base model has no spare tire and no tools to change one. I was stuck with a flat tire and had to go through an ordeal to get the flat fixed.

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  Good Value SUV - 2007 Acura MDX
  By jt - May 20 - 1:43 am

  Good vehicle, good overall value. Handles well, lots of nice technological items inside. High seating.

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  Crash Tested - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Stacey - May 12 - 10:56 pm

  I recently totalled my 2004 in an unavoidable accident. The car safetly features are amazing. Everything worked perfectly saving my and my 7 year old from serious injury! I can say this car performed amazingly under the most important of all curcumstancies and I have orded a new 2005 to replace it!

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  Darn near perfect - 2004 Acura MDX
  By Acura Mom - May 9 - 2:00 am

  Traded my 2001 MDX in for this car...wanted the Navi system. Loved my 2001, love the 2004. Good color choices, both interior and exterior. Handles beautifully, quiet interior, good power. Lots of room for my kids and my big dog. Rear camera is a great feature. I do miss the sunglasses holder that was in the 2001 version. Cant have everything!

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  mdx is amazeing - 2004 Acura MDX
  By johny fox - May 9 - 2:00 am

  I purchased the MDX on Aug 2002. I was blown away how amazeing this suv was. When the mdx first came out in 01 i knew that that was the suv that i wanted... I went to baysore acura and said i was the siver mdx, I didnt even test drive it once.... Just knowing the reputation of honda i knew it would be an amazeing SUV. Ive had it since 2002 and not one problem with the mdx, and i now have 40,000. I recomed this suv to every one..... the Navigation is the best i have seen so far. thumbs up to HONDA.

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  Smooth like a weedwacker - 2016 Acura MDX
  By Joey - May 2 - 7:31 pm

  What happened to Acura? It used to be a luxury brand! The 9 speed transmission cannot figure out what gear to be in. And the ride is very bouncy! Lot of vibrations when driving on the highway. If you plan on spending $50k, I would look elsewhere.