Overview & Reviews

Acura brings a new sport-utility vehicle to the marketplace, combining great on-road performance, class-leading fuel economy and outstanding all-weather handling with seven-passenger seating and cavernous cargo capacity.

• Powerful ULEV V6 engine, nicely appointed interior, seven-passenger seating, excellent on-road performance.

• No 4WD-low range, meager tow rating, protruding proboscis.

User Reviews:

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  Love This Ugly Car - 2001 Acura MDX
  By scullymo - April 26 - 4:31 pm

  Bought it used from an individual with 100k on it. other than a transmission job at 190k, I have had no problems with this vehicle. It is by far the ugliest thing I have ever driven but I would buy another in a heartbeat! I now have 235k on it and Im hoping to make it to half a mil!

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  Acura MDX 2001 - 2001 Acura MDX
  By leslie ingle - November 1 - 2:00 am

  Purchased used from a dealer with app 40k miles on it. Was great for a couple of years and then at 95k, I had to have the transmission replaced. Acura did replace because of recall and I only paid a $400 labor charge. Very disappointed that now at 145k miles I am hearing the same noise and know it is again the transmission. I will never by another Honda or Acura. I have owned Toyotas previously and never had any major problems. Going back to Toyota but in the meantime I feel stuck with this car. Cant sell it with a faulty transmission and do not want to pay for new one.

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  Second Trans Bites the Dust - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Disgusted with Honda - March 8 - 4:00 pm

  I just sold my MDX to a dealer for $4,000.00 after buying it for $24,000.00 just 5 years ago. After two transmissions, one computer, and a couple of sensors, I must admit I am through with Honda! I bought it for reliability thinking I would get the regular 200,000+ miles experience and barely got 100,000. This would have been my second transmission in 2 years if not for selling it off. This is disgraceful for an auto manufacturer that boasts quality and charges exorbitantly for it but doesnt deliver. I basically enjoyed the car. It was reliable. Ill miss it. But not the sorry crappy transmission problems. I hope Acura/Honda corrected this problem.

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  Ultimately regretful - 2001 Acura MDX
  By AJ - February 12 - 10:03 pm

  I did a lot of research on various models before deciding to buy my MDX. I was fortunate enough to find a one owner trade in with very low miles, with regular service. I thought despite a couple of annoying short comings of the first model year, that Id have it for years to come, but no longer. AC hose replacement at 60K miles/ $1K. Power steering 83K mi/ $600. Transmission 84K mi/ $6000. Nav system & CD multi disc changer both broken. People still think it looks like a new car. I got several good years out of it, but for a Honda, this last years reliability has been horrible. It should have lasted longer before the cost to repair was higher than the value. I may never go back.

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  Love it! - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Barb - December 15 - 7:41 am

  Ive had this MDX for almost nine years (brand new with 14 miles on the engine) and have thoroughly enjoyed owning and driving this SUV. Dealer replaced the transmission about 75K miles ago. Love the strong, stable feel when driving in snow & rain. So roomy and comfortable for trips. Even though I no longer need such a large vehicle (the kids are grown & gone now) I most likely will get another MDX only I will buy used this time. I have over 175K miles and am seeing just how long/far this car will go. Have had most of the preventive maintenance performed which can be pricey but still havent found another SUV I like better.

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  Love it! - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Beachkid - July 6 - 1:43 pm

  I bought the car the first month it was available in 2001. I now have over 167K miles on it and its going strong. I too received a new transmission during the recall so I should have several good years left. I love the versatility of the vehicle. From sheets of plywood to trees! I wont buy a new one again but will consider a used one or possibly a CR-V. My husband loves his CR-V and I dont mind driving it but my MDX has just a bit more luxury about it -- if youre willing to pay the extra $$. Might even consider a Toyota. But Ive been driving either Hondas or Acuras since 1984..so it might be hard to change now. The MDX handles very much like a car, and Ive really enjoyed owning it.

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  Based on 90,000 miles, and 6 years of - 2001 Acura MDX
  By domer1976 - February 8 - 10:05 pm

  ownership, I can honestly say Id buy the car all over again, in a heartbeat. Pluses are comfort, still class-leading navigation system, interior room, and build quality. Mine has always been dealer-serviced, which hasnt been particularly cheap. Transmission went kaput at 90,000 miles, and I neither tow, carry loads nor abuse the transmission in any way. Would have been more disappointing, but Honda Motors - which apparently knows they have problems with this transmission, paid for half the cost of replacement. Abundant wind and road noise and unimpressive gas mileage (about 18 mpg combined)are about the only drawbacks. And youd better have a wide garage door to fit it in.

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  Jeep upgrade - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Rick - December 23 - 1:19 pm

  Purchased in 02 with 11k on it. Grey market but was able to have maintained through local dealership. Previously had 3 Cherokees over 8 years. Best upgrade ever. More room, comfort, visibility than the jeep. I found the seats especially comfortable since I had a bad back. Good handling in wet weather or snow, but would not want to take it offroad. Has carried my family for 155K and convinced me that my next car will be the same one (not the newer smaller version). No reliability issues, predictable maintenance.

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  Not a good experience - 2001 Acura MDX
  By Rich - September 19 - 3:25 pm

  I bought this car in 2000 thinking I was paying premium price for a premium car. In 2004 while still under warranty the car began making a vibrating noise. This was very intermittent and the local dealer was unable to replicate the problem. The problem has gradually gotten worse. With 77,000 miles on the car I finally discovered the transmission needed replacing. Acura ¨customer service¨ informed me I would only have to pay $1180 of the $3800 repairs. They explained that I didnt always get the car serviced at Acura. In the next sentence they said they werent responsible for the local dealer not being able to diagnose the problem.

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  I was a big fan until 80,000 miles - 2001 Acura MDX
  By amc - September 15 - 8:31 pm

  I bought this car from another dealership and was instantly thrilled with this car. However, I am appalled that after hitting 78000 miles, the car started mild rpm surging and am also being told I need a torque converter. I was impressed with another write up that I had the same experience, lots of $ to diagnose the problem. Interior plastic buttons for lights and vents, broke apart. Same experience as others. I have never replaced a transmission on a car in my entire life. This is so discouraging.