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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  Awsome MDX - 2003 Acura MDX
  By BETTY - October 22 - 2:00 am

  I GOT MY FIRST TASTE OF THE MDX IN 2000. I WAS ON A WAITING LIST. IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT. I LIKE IT SO MUCH THREE YEARS LATER I GOT ANOTHER ONE. I RECOMMEND THIS SUV TO ANYONE.

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  I LOVE my Acura MDX - 2003 Acura MDX
  By Sandy Haulk - October 22 - 2:00 am

  My husband and I searched for several months for the PERFECT SUV. We had previously owned and Exployer and and expedition. We researched SUVs online and visited a local dealership to test drive the ones we liked. The Acura MDX beat all the others hands down. The statement that the MDX is "rather bland" is surprising because I NEVER fail to get a compliment on my vehicle wherever I drive.

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  this is such a great car - 2003 Acura MDX
  By urasphoumy - October 19 - 2:00 am

  i absolutely love driving this car. it is smooth and comfortable. the brakes are exceptional. i come from a long line of gmc yukons. i have 3 at home . the yukons are great but this car is different and fun. plus smaller.

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  Money Well Spent - 2004 Acura MDX
  By SCK Sr - October 19 - 2:00 am

  Pure Value sums up every Acura Ive ever owned...Integra, 3.2 TL, MDX! We love them! Fun to drive, service second-to-none, resale that other manufactures envy, reliability unlike any other product I own. ...Its like driving glass when you are behind the wheel!

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  A delightful experience - 2003 Acura MDX
  By CD52 - October 18 - 2:00 am

  This car has lived up to its reputation as a terrific family-friendly, luxury SUV (family- friendly because why else would you have the DVD entertainment system?). Its fun to drive, configurable for a zillion different needs, and comfortable beyond what we expected. It compares favorably with our other car -- A Mercedes E Class sedan.

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  great choice - 2002 Acura MDX
  By Kmac - October 15 - 2:00 am

  Nearly 2 years later and I still love it.

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  On the road again........ - 2003 Acura MDX
  By Fabvsix - October 15 - 2:00 am

  Having come from an Acura CL Type S, I thought I was in a CL on steroids ! I can only speak on behalf of the 03s which I understand got alot of improvements ! Steering at higher speeds is superb. Acceleration is silky smooth, this vehicle has PLENTY of get up and go ! Braking is fine too ! The seats are as comfortable as the CLs ! I think the CL has the most comfortable seats in the Acura line up ! Yes that includes those NSX seats......As far as build quality, Acura needs to "beef it up", as they have dropped. Upon delivery, I had numerious fixes needed. Of course Acura took care of all. Since all is dandy. I would highly recommend this vehicle !

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  2002 Acura MDX Touring - 2002 Acura MDX
  By Carol F - October 14 - 2:00 am

  Best car Ive ever owned-a joy to drive. Everything seems well thought out. Stability was important to me, because my last SUV (not an Acura) was so unstable I nearly lost control of it on the freeway when I had to make a quick correction. The MDX is steady as a rock. After driving it for a year, I am as delighted with it now as when I bought it. It has been problem free.

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  A Super SUV - 2003 Acura MDX
  By Mattyloudness - October 13 - 2:00 am

  A ton of room and flexibility with the seating, and it drives great at 75mph! So smooth and quiet and handles perfect. It also gives you so many options that are standard you do not have to add anything to it! Its our first SUV and glad to have it!

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  Beautiful - 2003 Acura MDX
  By Caper - October 13 - 2:00 am

  Love it!! The blue is a hot color!!