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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  We Love It - 2005 Acura MDX
  By dmdm - June 8 - 3:30 pm

  Decided to abandon the minivan this time around for something a bit sportier but with the same seating capacity as the van. I cannot say enough good things about our MDX. It handles much nicer than the other SUVs on our shopping list (feels like driving a sedan not a truck). The interior is very well done and we love the new exterior color Steel Blue Metalic. Gas mileage could be better, but we expect it to get better as it breaks in. Great choice!

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  Acura - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Jeff - June 6 - 3:13 am

  Weve had vehicle for 1yr and its only been back to dealership once due to a slip in transmission. Dealer checked it out and right away they decided to replace transmission because Acura wanted to disassemble and assess. We were impressed! Great family vehicle, its much roomier than you would think by looking at it.

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  Mixed Bag - 2002 Acura MDX
  By Aaron - June 3 - 5:05 pm

  After looking at a ton of Suvs I finally decided to go with a 2002(55k) MDX. Everything was great with the car until strange noises started to occur. Mainly between 35-40mph. It sounded like running over rumble strips. The problems just got worse from there. Rough shifting, clunking, etc. I went and tried to find an answer for this problem and discovered that transmission problems in these vehicles are pretty common. I love this car but the transmission is a HUGE issue for me. I am very disappointed with this vehicle and I will not be buying another Acura product.

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  My new 2017 MDX - 2017 Acura MDX
  By Marianne Kanning - June 3 - 9:18 am

  This is a great car for the price. This is my third MDX since 2001 and I put many miles on a car. With regular maintenance, this car can go at least 200.000. A very stylish ride.

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  So Far So GOOD! - 2009 Acura MDX
  By ljndsl - June 1 - 2:45 pm

  Picked up this vehicle one month ago and so far logged 3200 miles without any problems. The vehicle runs great and is very comfortable for a guy who is 65" tall and 280lbs. I researched all AWD high end vehicles and went with the MDX. I had the car in for service at the dealership I purchased it and they were fantastic and extremely professional, so maybe Honda has listened and read all the consumer complaints. Last, I own a BMW X3 also... this SUV smokes the X3 in regards to service maintenance. A BMW oil change is 250.00 plus... a Acura oil change is 39.00 with a free car wash!

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  Best Mid Sized Luxury SUV Around - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Great MDX - May 31 - 11:20 pm

  We have had our 05 Touring w/Nav MDX for four months now (all winter) and absolutely love it. For all out traction in mud/snow, this one cant be beat. Solid as a rock and have had not one single problem. Voice activated Navigation is absolutely amazing. Looked at the RX and X5, both were way overpriced and gas mileage was worse than MDX. Its time for an MDX Hybrid.

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  Great 3-row SUV - 2009 Acura MDX
  By J. Isman - May 31 - 5:48 pm

  For comfort and luxury it cant be beaten....design is sharp, esp. front grill and badge....wish the city gas mileage were a bit better...not bad tho on the highway...

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  Update after 9 months - 2008 Acura MDX
  By update after 9 month - May 28 - 11:38 pm

  MDX performs well and is a safe vehicle if you can start the vehicle! I have had mine in the shop for 20 days and Acura customer service is horrible! I have asked to speak to managers (who were worthless), called client services, and even wrote a letter to headquarters with no resolution. The Acura dealership gives me the run around with what exactly is wrong with the vehicle. First it was the battery (and tried blaming me for leaving lights on when they turn off themselves!), then the entertainment system, and now its the power tail gate! Dont spend good money on a company that doesnt care about satisfying a customer once the sale is made!

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  2002 Acura MDX Lemon - 2002 Acura MDX
  By mdxlemon - May 22 - 10:00 am

  On delivery MDX it had a rattle which came from dashboard area. Took in for service and car was at dealer an entire month (22 business days). Nav system also blacking out intermittently. Took back to Ryans acura for final repair under lemon law and rattle was fixed but not nav. I requested under lemon law that Acura give me a new vehicle and was flat out refused. They feel I should bring my car back over and over for service while getting a loaner car with no nav that is worth far less and drive around in that. Lemon lawsuit is being filed this week to bring Acura to justice for not complying with the lemon law. Acura just lost this customer.

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  beware of useless nav system - 2016 Acura MDX
  By al - May 21 - 8:39 am

  Navigation system is mostly useless..better off not paying for it and using Wavz