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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  Youll Love it - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Dan-Florida - April 19 - 9:23 pm

  I did an extensive research for almost two months in the mid-size suv market and never found anything that compared to the MDX. If youre looking in the 35k to 40k price range, make sure you check out the MDX. I had an Expedition for 5 years and this feels just as big inside, which I did not expect. I love the ride and the feel on the road and you will too.

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  MDX review - 2003 Acura MDX
  By Skip - April 18 - 9:41 am

  Always either a Jeep or Jimmy for years. Along with them had problems with the brakes on the Jeeps and wheel bareings on the Jimmy. All I can say about my X is...it is nice to know, if I do not want to purchase a new auto the rest of my life, I wont have to....thank you

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  My First SUV - 2006 Acura MDX
  By holly - April 17 - 9:58 pm

  I test drove all the SUV crossovers out there before deciding on the MDX. I love the width of the car. Much wider than a Chev. Tahoe and the like. It is a smooth ride and handles very well. I love navigation which is something that I wasnt even interested in in the beginning, but after I test drove one with navigation, my mind changed. Now Im spoiled and will always have to have Navigation. After driving a Chrysler 300M for several years, I am surprised at many features that my Chrysler had that the Acura doesnt. Being a luxury car you would think it would have everything. See below under "suggested improvements". Other cars like the Lexus 330 had much softer/plusher seats too.

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  Acura 04 - 2004 Acura MDX
  By ACSInc. - April 16 - 10:00 am

  We took this vehicle from Coatesville, PA to Portland Maine right out of the box. It performed perfectly. The Nav. system came in real handy when our sons flight was cancelled and we went from Portland ME to Boston to pick him up.$41500 including 6% PA. sales tax. Not cheap but worth it. You sit higher than the mini van but the ride is stiffer.

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  decent car...Terrible transmission - 2002 Acura MDX
  By JohnA.Feer - April 15 - 2:41 pm

  This car is a good car short term. After my second year owning this car a bunch of lights came up on the dashboard. After getting it checked, weeks later the transmission starting to fail. acura has honda products including the transmission, and honda is known for the worst transmission. The car starting bucking and did not get into gear, and would have trouble reversing. Very comfy, nice options, but just bad transmission, and sunroof.

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  Great Vehicle! - 2006 Acura MDX
  By DCruz - April 2 - 1:48 am

  I love this vehicle that I even recommended my sister to buy one and she did. The only thing is that I should have gotten the DVD Entertainment System.

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  Best bang for your buck - 2006 Acura MDX
  By Jaybird - March 30 - 2:08 pm

  Best luxury/options package for your money on the market. Great ride and handling. Intuitive control panel. Fun to drive.

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  2006 MDX - 2006 Acura MDX
  By 2XMDX - March 26 - 8:33 am

  In upgrading from a 2003 MDX, it came down to getting an MDX 06 versus a competitor which I found not as powerful or fun to drive as the MDX. This was an upgrade since we did not have the Navigation feature which I highly recommend. The MDX is a joy to drive (suspension). I am very happy with the slight modifications that they have made to the interior layout (although the competitors interior is much more plush). Obviously, being a repeat customer speaks for itself in the level of satisfaction.

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  MDX delivers - 2005 Acura MDX
  By Hecyes - March 24 - 8:40 pm

  Ive driven the MDX for over a year now and am very satisfied with its performance, driveability, and dependability. Its not as comfortable as the Lexus but you get a lot more for the price. The navigation system is amazing and the mileage you get is very good. I like the looks of it much better that the others in this price range...sleek and clean.

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  Great Value - 2017 Acura MDX
  By Z Jones - March 24 - 7:49 am

  Good gas milage, loaded with features and very affordable.