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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  Value,with Honda Reliability - 2003 Acura MDX
  By John Langstaff - November 1 - 2:00 am

  Anybody researching SUVs in this price range would be wise to consider the MDX. Great build quality, quiet and smooth with good acceleration. Entetainment system is a huge hit- a must for anyone with kids or who likes to travel. The BMW, VW, Lexus and Volvo are great SUVs, but with the expected Honda reliability, the MDX is the choice which provides the most value.

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  Great suv - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Julia Romm - October 31 - 12:06 pm

  Bought the car at start of 2007. Still is a great car over the past 11 years. Recommend this SUV for a luxury 7 passenger.

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  What a Luxury SUV... - 2004 Acura MDX
  By ejerdak - October 31 - 10:00 am

  I love the 2004 exterior and interior enhanced design and features - The MDX is an excellent luxury choice of mid sized SUVs - It is a solid vehicle. The exterior looks very attractive and the interior is roomy and impressive. Friends, neighbors and relatives are so impressed with the whole thing. A great SUV.

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  Smooth drivng SUV - 2004 Acura MDX
  By hzbbgl - October 31 - 10:00 am

  The Acura MDX is a fun to drive, it rides so smooth its like driving a smooth riding car. You dont feel like your driving a SUV becauses it low to the ground. The interior design is great, it even has a camera on the tail so when you are in reverse the screen were the navigator system is will show you what is behind. It has a voice activiated system for the navigator so you dont have to push any bottoms when you need driving directions. It has room for 7. Its worth the price.

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  Acura MDX 2003 - 2003 Acura MDX
  By George 20 - October 29 - 2:00 am

  I drive alot in rural areas. I feel safe with this vehichle. I did buy a grille guard to give more protection from unexpected deer strikes. I like the shorter turning radius compared to our Lexus RX 300. The wind noise is too high. It tows well. Very roomy with the seats down. Overall very pleased and plan to keep over 2 years.

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  Great Car - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Pilot 11 - October 25 - 2:00 am

  Best car that I have ever owned.

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  2nd MDX - My thoughts - 2003 Acura MDX
  By Rolly - October 22 - 2:00 am

  Very nice solid ride. Good visbility, but had to add the sonar back-up warning signals to go with the camera. Camera is kind of useless. They should let you hit a button and activate it while its going forward. Totally carlike until you back up.

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  Smokin - 2003 Acura MDX
  By castle - October 22 - 2:00 am

  The ratings that the website gave this vehicle is a travesty. This vehicle is a 10. It is quick, handles like a sports car, and is extremely reliable. The comfort not only matches the performance but exceeds it. It has a 265hp motor that is very quick and will not let you down when driving through the mountains. The MDX gets 21.5 miles to the gallon in city driving. Though this vehicle is not the most visually stimulating (looks real good with running boards and galvonized panels), I live in Colorado and know how well it does on ice and in the mountains. Word of warning to those that race against MDXs, its quick so watch out.

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  MDX 2003 - 2003 Acura MDX
  By AGBew - October 22 - 2:00 am

  Best thing is the handling and when I first encounter rain the windsheild wipes went on automatically...blew me away. What a comfortable SUV...much better than my previous Durango. My daughter loves the DVD.

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  Best bang for luxury-SUV-buying buck! - 2003 Acura MDX
  By VP - October 22 - 2:00 am

  Compared to Volvo XC90 AWD T6, BMW X5 (3.0), the Acura MDX clearly outshines them. For less than $37K you get a loaded luxury SUV with better performance and reliability. The BMW and Volvo serve the brand image buyers who have more dollars than sense. Acura is for the smart buyers who want the most for their money.