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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  2002 Acura MDX Love Affair - 2002 Acura MDX
  By bccarguy90 - July 14 - 2:14 pm

  My 2002 Acura MDX has been a flawless partner in all that I have asked of it. Aside from damage caused by accidents, there have been no problems and power has proved more than adequate. It is extremely comfortable particularly on long hauls and can carry anything from garbage to people easily. This is my top pick in the lux SUV category.

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  Buy another brand - 2006 Acura MDX
  By The Foxer - July 13 - 6:56 pm

  We have owned a 2001, and 2003 MDX. Both have the same problem. The steering wheel vibrates at any speed above 65. Tires replaced, wheel bearings replaced, rotors replaced and turned several times, tires ground force balanced and nothing fixes the problem. AC quit and multiple other problems.

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  I Love My MDX - 2002 Acura MDX
  By Ramon - July 13 - 10:00 am

  We purchased our MDX in July and are very pleased with the appearance and the comfort of the vehicle. It handles the rode very well and the acceleration is excellent for this type of vehicle. We just drove our MDX from Annapolis, MD to Minneapolis, MN and the ride was a complete pleasure. I also enjoyed the number of people asking us what kind of SUV we were driving since there are not many on the rode compared to the Lexus, BMW, and the Mercedes.

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  So Far So good..... - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Sam - July 12 - 7:33 pm

  Just purchased this vehicle for my Wife and now I am so jealous of her since she gets to drive it everyday. Overall car cant be beat as it has so much bang for the buck. Nav system is great and a lot of fun to interact with. Car drives incredibly smoothly and power is available as soon as you need it. I am having a hard time keeping the speed low during break-in. Owned 1 Acura before and loved the service and care of brand. Matches to any German brand in my books. Buy this car and youll see what I mean.

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  The best SUV ever - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Tracy - July 12 - 3:50 pm

  Granted I have only had my MDX for less than a month but I LOVE THIS SUV. It is the most comfortable, the most convenient interior vehicle I have ever owned. I have had 3 Lexus before this but now I am an Acura customer forever.

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  Great Vehicle, but could use improvement - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Jim Haynie - July 10 - 11:34 am

  The vehicle is great riding higher than the Acura RL. Acura uses standards across all cars on items like placement of controls and heights of arm rests. However, this vehicle is clearly not the flagship car. The RL has much better features, but you cant put in a new TV in your RL. I love the vehicle but miss some of the features of the RL. MPG is closer to 14 city and 24 highway. Nice interior, but not as fit and trim as the RL.

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  Pauls Acura MDX Driving impressions - 2004 Acura MDX
  By Paul - July 8 - 6:23 pm

  The 2004 Acura MDX Touring with Entertainment system has been one of the best vehicles Ive owned in any class and absolutely the best SUV to date. Comfort, reliability, ergonomics and a lot better than average SUV handling hi-light its many features.

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  Everything youve heard is true - 2007 Acura MDX
  By chrismredsox1 - July 7 - 6:20 pm

  Just took delivery of my 07 MDX sport/entertainment package SUV. Traded in a Porsche Cayenne S. The new MDX is just about as good as it gets. The electronics integration is perfect, as per Acuras usual standard. The driving experience is just beyond reproach for a vehicle with this size and flexibility. The SH-AWD system with the sport package suspension gives you a great combination of pull through curves, precise handling and a smooth ride with the benefit of the sport suspensions active dampers. You can carry lots of people and/or stuff and have a whole lot of fun doing it!! This 07 MDX is truly as good as it gets!!

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  MDX Rocks - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Brad - July 4 - 12:00 am

  We love our new MDX. Fun to drive, extremly comfortable, and as reliable as any SUV on the market. Engine is very impressive.

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  Great value in luxury category - 2003 Acura MDX
  By owahn - July 2 - 2:00 am

  The Navigation system is simply amazing. Space is great, we can go with friends, 8 people not a problem. Its the first car where I actually need to study the manuals though because there are just so many gadgets. Fuel economy is said to be the best, so I feel ok about it, although I hope car makers will still be able to improve on this. The only snag was that I had to wait 3 months for the car.