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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  Acura MDX - 2003 Acura MDX
  By HrdTsk - August 13 - 2:00 am

  Very Nice ride good handling with creature comfortxs inside and lots of pep to go

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  I Love This Truck! - 2006 Acura MDX
  By LovemyMDX - August 9 - 6:54 am

  I saw this truck on the highway when it first came out and had to know what it was. I loved the look. Then I did research and found it was one of the safest SUVs with its wide wheel base. When my husband and I went to test drive it I didnt. I just knew I loved it. So when I picked it up after ordering the color I wanted I enjoyed it more than ever. I just love driving this Truck. My 3 vehicles before were a 77 Camaro, 84 Trans Am, and a 93 Camry. It has great room for the kids and vacations. Plus its very easy to clean.

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  my first real car - 2001 Acura MDX
  By kcooper - August 7 - 10:03 pm

  I say this is my first - as it really is the first good car Ive gotten my hands on. I have also owned the Jeep Cherokee FWD and the Acura is way beyond in options, handling and quality.

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  Love my MDX - 2003 Acura MDX
  By carolyn - August 3 - 10:00 am

  I am so thrilled with my new MDX. It handles so well on the road, and I feel so comfortable and safe driving it. I previously have driven a Lexus...and a Volvo both always top of the line. But I prefer the MDX over both of these other cars. And the value is incredible.

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  Great SUV - 2005 Acura MDX
  By BarryD - August 2 - 3:43 pm

  This is a great SUV for the money. It handles well and its comfortable. With the spoiler on the rear door and some side steps, it also looks sportier than other SUVs. I was looking for a larger car, but found that the MDX is more comfortable than many expensive sedans, handles well and the electronics are great.

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  Great SUV - Excellent value - 2005 Acura MDX
  By krc - August 1 - 9:50 pm

  After 18 months, I cant find anything not to like about my MDX. This is my first Acura and second SUV. I am a finicky consumer and researched all luxury models prior to buying - it paid off! For the money, this is by far the best SUV in its class. Gas mileage was better than anticipated. And, it has the highest safety/crash test ratings. Quality, comfort, and value...I love it!

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  Unbreakable! - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Tracer - August 1 - 5:27 pm

  Its a great drive, for a large (it really is large, once you see it next to a CRV or something) SUV. Fuel-wise, weve been getting better milage on the highway than Acura states, in the city it likes to drink a bit. Cars a little on the slow side (compared to our other vehicle, the 2005 Acura RL) but its very heavy of course. The car has never had problems, nothing ever breaks (unlike our previous Lexus, on which EVERYTHING broke within a year) and it just keeps going and going, especially considering my lead foot.

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  Dream come true in 4 wheels - 2006 Acura MDX
  By awesome car/price - July 24 - 10:20 pm

  I purchased this vehicle at ryans open road acura in New Bruinswick, NJ. the sales person Mark Gershmann was tremendously helpful and did the best he could to make the shopping experience a one of a kind. i bought the silver with black interior with navigation for $36,602 which included the $615 destination fee.(they threw in the splash guards for free) it was an awesome deal i couldnt refuse. the car dealers instaquote system is great! The best price paid for the car.

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  I Love It!! - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Brandi - July 24 - 4:45 pm

  I love my MDX as much today as the day I bought it. It drives like a dream and is very roomy. Just last weekend we took 6 adults over 3 hours drive away with luggage and everyone had plenty of room. Now if only they would come out with a hybrid with the new models...

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  Great SUV - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Jim - July 24 - 12:53 pm

  This is my second MDX, and I think it is the best car out there.