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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  Hurrah for the MDX - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Car Lover - January 16 - 4:56 am

  Now this car is one story. The build quality is extraordinary. We got the thing used, four years strong and we still havent needed to get it repaired. The tires get replaced soon though. The comfort is okay, the leather interior is nice, but the third row seat in the back is not made for adults! The reliability is good, too. It is there for us every time. Fuel economy is not too bad. 20 mpg average. Better than we all expected. Just be careful of that trip computer. Very fragile. Plus, for some odd reason, the radios LCD starts blanking out in the summer. It always returns after a firm hold on it. Nice car.

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  What a fun-to-drive vehicle! - 2007 Acura MDX
  By CLopez - January 8 - 11:56 am

  Traded in my 2001 Lexus RX 300 for a fully-loaded 2007 MDX, and what a difference. The ride is not as comfortable/quiet as the Lexus but one can easily get used to its comfort level. Drove down to FL from NJ, and was so comfortable driving that I drove straight on the way back. The kids loved the Entertainment System that they did not even bother using the game system which we can plug in the truck too. Averaged around 20-21 MPG on our trip, and was very pleased with the good acceleration on the highways. Constantly getting looks hopefully due to its handsome styling. My only complain is that the voice recognition falters. I really enjoy driving this vehicle (which I think drives like a car).

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  I LOVE MY MDX - 2007 Acura MDX
  By Acurafan - January 8 - 11:28 am

  My husband and I fell in love with the MDX in 02 bought it and when we needed a second vehicle, got another one in 03. Kept going and got the 07. We wanted a change and test drove the X5. Nice ride but for the bang and the buck, the MDX was the clear winner!! I love the way the vehicle moves and the smooth braking action is awesome not to mention the way it hugs the curb as I try to see what it can do... wow!! No vehicle is safe but I feel a sense of security in my MDX. Who knows... might be riding an 08 in the upcoming months. I didnt think it was possible to improve on the vehicle but wow... they did!!!

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  Drives Like A Car! - 2007 Acura MDX
  By JLopez - January 4 - 8:35 am

  Traded in my 2001 Lexus RX 300 for a fully-loaded 2007 MDX. The ride was not as luxurious as the Lexus, but one can easily get used to its comfort level. Drives like a car! Drove it down to Disney from NJ enjoyed driving too much that I didnt even bother stopping (except for gas) on the way back. The kids love the DVD so much that they did not even use with their game system. MPG wasnt that bad either (averaging 19/21). Overall, I think the build and ride is not equal to that of the Lexus, but they are still within very excellent standards. I enjoy using the manual mode for better acceleration on the highways. Regularly gets looks from people - hopefully because of its handsome styling.

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  Great car, but dealership needs to imprv - 2003 Acura MDX
  By jhc - January 2 - 10:00 am

  What a great car. This is my second Acura. My first Acura was TL and it was a good experience overall. Hoping the same experience, but for MDX the dealerships were too arrogant. I almost did not buy this car until I went to this dealership where I bought it from. Had to buy this car, because there is nothing else that could match the features/performance/quality at this price.

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  Great Car - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Brocktune - January 1 - 5:38 pm

  Bought this car new in March 05 and have loved every minute of it. My only regret was not talking the wife into getting the Navi. Test drove all the competitors, but the MDX blew them all away. I love the car-like handling. The bluetooth can have trouble picking up my voice when the air or heater is on. It has led to some frustrating exchange (me--"dial 911" MDX--"now calling 753." Also, there is a sloshing sound from the gas tank. I took it back to the dealier shortly after purchase, but there was nothing they could do about it. Eventually, I just got used to it, and I no longer notice it.

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  A drivers SUV - 2007 Acura MDX
  By Al - January 1 - 11:30 am

  About 3 weeks into my ownership, and I love the MDX so far. It is probably the most comfortable drive of any vehicle I have owned, including luxury sedans. I narrowed my choices to the MDX, Q7 and XC90 and the MDX won without too much thought. And the value is outstanding for what you are getting.

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  Pure excellence - 2002 Acura MDX
  By RocinRob - December 26 - 10:00 am

  I have to say, buying my New Acura MDX was a smart decision. I paid more than sticker and I would do it again. This SUV drives like a car, handles rough roads in NYC with ease and dosent toss me around like the competition does.

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  I love my SUV - 2002 Acura MDX
  By JCBC - December 26 - 10:00 am

  Excellent Performance. I love the front

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  Acura 2001 MDX - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Alicia - December 26 - 7:11 am

  Bought my 2001 MDX back in 2003. Have never had any major problems with it. I love the MDX, very sporty for the money. Engine light came on and took it to the dealer. It needs a new transmission. It only has 79,000 miles on it. I have followed all the maintenances on it, changed the oil every 3,000 miles. Just so discouraged at this point. Not sure how this happened.