2026 Acura MDX review
Acura MDX highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 21 highway, 19 combined
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Acura MDX an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Acura MDX 7th out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Acura MDX is $446, compared to an average of $642 for Luxury Midsize SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Acura MDX owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.2 times per year, compared to an average of 1.4 times for Luxury Midsize SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 9% for the Acura MDX, compared to an average of 13% for Luxury Midsize SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
Acura MDX features and specs
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Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leatherette Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Traction Control
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Full Roof Rack
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
290
Torque (ft-lbs)
267
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18.5
Wheelbase
113.8"
Overall length
198.4"
Width
78.7"
Height
67.9"
Leg room
F 41.6"/M 38.5"/R 29.1"
Head room
F 38.5"/M 38.1"/R 36.2"
Front tires
P255/55HR19
Rear tires
P255/55HR19
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
350/3500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2026 Acura MDX FAQ
The 2026 Acura MDX is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Technology: 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- SH-AWD Technology: 19 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SH-AWD A-Spec: 19 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SH-AWD Advance: 19 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SH-AWD A-Spec Advance: 19 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SH-AWD Type S Advance: 17 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
The Acura MDX received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Acura MDX as 6 out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUV
The 2026 Acura MDX has a maximum towing capacity of between 3500 and 5000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2026 Acura MDX:
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Memory Seat(s)
- Remote Start
- Fold-Away Third Row
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