The 2019 Acura MDX Base is a All-wheel drive Sport Utility. It can accommodate up to 7 passengers. It has 5 Doors and is powered by a 3.5L V6 SOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 290 hp @
6200 rpm and is paired with 9-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2019 Acura MDX Base has cargo capacity of 447 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1928 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2019 Acura MDX Base has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and Multi-angle rearview camera with guidelines. Safety features also include Dirver-side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Tire pressure monitoring system with location and pressure indicators It has 18-inch alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has Remote engine starter. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 317 N.m of torque and a top speed of 243 km/h. The 2019 Acura MDX Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 13.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 12.2 L/100km in the city and 9 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 54,390
Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year
Used Condition
Trade In Price
Private Party Price
Dealer Retail Price
Outstanding
$ 40,349
$ 43,016
$ 46,311
Clean
$ 39,637
$ 42,252
$ 45,473
Average
$ 38,212
$ 40,724
$ 43,797
Rough
$ 36,787
$ 39,197
$ 42,121
The Acura MDX’s something-for-everyone attributes extend to its road manners. Its standard V6 is a good companion that offers strong acceleration and passing power. Further refinements to the 9-speed automatic continue to quell past criticisms we’ve had about its smoothness. For this 2019 update, Acura has given the MDX the ability to essentially cut out a gear by prioritizing starts in second gear instead. When in Sport mode or demand is needed for quicker acceleration or uphill and towing situations, though, first-gear starts are prioritized. The MDX’s all-wheel-drive (AWD) system is among the more advanced of its kind. Its rear-biased, torque-vectoring setup makes this model feel more athletic than the standard front-wheel-drive (FWD) versions, and would be our recommendation if you live in a cold-weather state where road traction can be compromised. New this year is the availability of an active-damper system that was previously exclusive to the hybrid. Speaking of, the Acura MDX Hybrid Sport is not an oxymoron. Harnessing a V6 engine and three motors -- one in front to help power the front wheels and two in back to assist with rear-wheel torque vectoring -- the system is a technological marvel. It works seamlessly under the skin, resulting in athletic yet more efficient driving manners.
ACURAWATCHAll models of the 2019 MDX include a host of active-safety and driver-assistance features known as AcuraWatch. The suite includes forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control.SH-AWDAcura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system is a sophisticated system that improves dry-weather handling as well as foul-weather safety. The system continuously divides the engine’s power seamlessly as you drive, sending more to the front when cruising for improved fuel economy, more to the rear to aid acceleration and side-to-side when cornering. For $ 2,000 the system is a strong value.
Acura’s 3-row SUV can seat seven or six depending on how you want it configured. To seat seven, the second row is a 3-across bench. If 6-passenger seating works for your family, you can opt for 2nd-row captain’s chairs, which make the second row more comfortable and allow easier access to the third row. As with most 3-row midsize-crossover SUVs, the last row is best suited for kids, though it’s okay for occasional use by adults, something that can’t be said of the new Lexus RX L and its restrictive third row. The Acura makes better use of its passenger space, while also providing good room for cargo. Unlike some hybrid SUVs, the MDX Sport Hybrid doesn’t sacrifice interior space for its electrified powertrain. Overall fit/finish is very good, and the driver’s seat has above-average levels of comfort with its 14-way-power adjustability and standard Easy-Entry feature that moves the seat back when you exit the vehicle. The infotainment system that bundles audio, climate and other controls takes some work to use, with simple tasks like changing fan speed and mode requiring multiple touches. Our editors are also split on their opinions of the button-operated gear selector.
Acura’s new MDX enjoys a good balance of looking elegant yet tough, luxurious yet practical. As with other models from Acura, this flagship SUV recently gained an attractive diamond-pentagon grille, and it’s hard to miss Jewel Eye LED headlights. Roof rails can be had to both toughen up the MDX’s personality and provide additional practicality. Hybrid versions of the MDX look almost identical to the standard version. The new, sportier Acura MDX A-Spec has 20-inch wheels that are a half-inch wider than the standard model, unique front fascia, larger-diameter exhaust finishers, and gloss-black accents.
The 2019 Acura MDX is surprisingly well-equipped out the gate. A standard model comes with the AcuraWatch suite of safety and semi-autonomous driving features, leather interior, power-operated and heated front seats, tri-zone automatic climate control, power tailgate, power moonroof and the HomeLink garage-door opener. On the audio/entertainment front, the MDX includes an 8-speaker AM/FM/CD system with multiple USB ports and Bluetooth connectivity. The MDX also comes with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and Siri Eyes Free integration. The front seats benefit from 14-way-power adjustment for driver and 12-way for the passenger. Also appreciated is a power-adjustable steering wheel.
Aside from all-wheel drive, most major options are bundled into packages. Sport Hybrid models start at the Technology package level, which includes navigation, blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, 10-speaker ELS premium audio system, perforated leather seats, 20-inch wheels and power-folding side mirrors. The new A-Spec package, not available on the hybrid model, includes features in the Technology package, and adds its own interior and exterior aesthetic upgrades. The top-line Advance package adds premium Milano leather upholstery, the active-damper system, ventilated front seats and heated steering wheel, surround-view camera, and auto-dimming side mirrors. Note that the Advance package also comes standard with 2nd-row bucket seats for total seating capacity of six. If you want a bench and seating for seven, you can order it with the rear-seat entertainment system.
Making a strong 290 horsepower is the MDX’s 3.5-liter V6 engine. The standard setup is front-wheel drive with Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive optional on any model. The engine is linked to a standard -- and again updated -- 9-speed automatic transmission. Unlike last year in which the engine idle start/stop feature was reserved for the Advance package, it’s standard across the lineup for the 2019 Acura MDX. Work has been done to make the restarts quicker, but it’s defeatable if you want to switch off the feature. To further improve fuel economy, Variable Cylinder Management shuts down three of the six cylinders during cruising and deceleration. A front-wheel-drive (FWD) MDX can tow up to 3,500 pounds, while an all-wheel-drive (AWD) model is rated for 5,000 pounds. The Acura MDX Sport Hybrid uses a 3.0-liter V6 combined with an electric motor, routed through a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission developed from the NSX supercar's 9-speed. In the rear on the Sport Hybrid are two electric motors, one for each rear wheel. 3.5-liter V6 290 horsepower @ 6,200 rpm 267 lb-ft of torque @ 4,700 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 20/27 mpg (FWD), 19/26 mpg (AWD), 19/25 mpg (A-Spec) 3.0-liter V6 + electric motors (Sport Hybrid) 321 combined horsepower 289 lb-ft combined torque EPA city/highway fuel economy: 26/27 mpg
The 2019 Acura MDX has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting at $ 45,295, only a $ 100 increase vs. last year. All-wheel drive is an additional $ 2,000, and adding packages can lift prices several thousand more. A fully loaded 2019 MDX can top $ 60,000. These prices are nearly in line with rivals like the Infiniti QX60 and Volvo XC90, above the Buick Enclave, and below competitors like the Audi Q7, BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE and GLS. The MDX Sport Hybrid starts in the low-$ 50,000 range, which undercuts hybrid versions of Mercedes’ GLE and Volvo’s XC90, but is higher than the Lexus RX hybrid. Before buying, check the Fair Purchase Price to see what others in your area are paying for their new luxury SUV. The Acura MDX’s resale value is expected to be very good in the years ahead. Bonus Content: 2019 Acura MDX vs. 2019 Honda PilotOK, so what's next?I'm interested in this car. What's for sale near me?I'm interested in this car, and I'd like to trade in my current car while I'm at it.Then again, maybe I should be thinking about a used car.
The new Acura MDX A-Spec comes in line with Acura's core model range, including the ILX A-Spec, TLX A-Spec.
The Acura MDX received a facelift in 2016, coming with more style and equipment.
The Japanese seem to have all the traits of engineering-passionate mythical phoenix birds descendants. After having risen from the ashes of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki Second World War nuclear bombings, the island dwellers leaped into a full-scale both intrinsic and outer reconstruction process that would later catapult them as a leading force on the international auto-market. 1986 was the year when Japanese engineers unleashed their newly formed Acura division of 4 wheeled katanas against the frail armies of western technology.
Soon after the attack was initiated, early models of Acura vehicles quickly took over vast US car market shares on the road to victory. The spark triggered a mass techno-religious conversion among car buyers who quickly turned to the new Eastern alternatives - who have accurately hit the niche American builders had failed to fill: the luxury market.
Acura was born as the rich child of the elder Honda father-brand and quickly became the driving force that would change customers' perception of Asian motorized artisanship. The package Acura delivered to the US after Honda had spent 10 ears of research consisted of only two models: the Legend and the Integra. The road-runner pair had enough success overseas to compel competing Asian brands into sending their own troops to the US. Thus, Toyota sent a wave of hostile novelty and improvements with their newly created luxurious Lexus brigade and Nissan joined the party by flaunting a new shiny infant-brand, the Infiniti.
Although Acura had already managed to integrate the legend of better Asian automobiles into US consumer minds through the V6-powered Legend sedan and the sleek, sharp Integra, it was yet to display all of its arsenal. As soon as the 90's came, four years after the brand had reached American territory, it delivered a crushing blow to luxurious-sports car competitors: the NSX. An acronym for a science-fueled battle cry that translated as 'New Sports eXperimental', the NSX quickly became a cheaper and fun alternative to costly European counterparts such as the ones delivered by German and Italian manufacturers like BMW and road-cruising and racing supremacists Ferrari.
Not only did the NSX strike a weak spot, but it also garnered appreciation as being the first series car made entirely of aluminum. Despite its early success, Acura entered some mid 90's dark ages as a result of reported poor design choices and failure to rejuvenate the already existing line of models. By 1996, the Legend and Integra names were dropped and replaced with parsimonious alphanumeric tags as part of a new naming nomenclature that would drag the entire brand to a mild maelstrom of confusion. Subsequent model improvements and quasi-subtle Lexus design forgery plunged Acura into temporary platitude, despite its engine power upgrades to more than 200 hp on 1996's 3.5 RL - the reinvented Legend.
The knockdown effect would not last for long though, as the beginning of the 21st century brought Acura to a fresh start with the introduction of several redesigned models, such as the 1999 Acura 3.2 TL, engineered as a challenger against competition's wheeler-troopers, such as the Lexus ES, Infiniti l30 and the the BMW 3-series. Despite having failed to dominate its foes, the 3.2 earned much acclaim due to its consumer attractiveness that was the result of a balanced blend of luxury, sportiness and competitive pricing.
In a matter of years, Acura took on SUV territory with the MDX and continued to sustain the rise of its machines with new accomplishments and faster, better units at the exiting factory gates. In fact, Acura is currently leading a full-scale take-over, with the brand having reached Chinese markets only two years ago and plans for breaking into the former USSR compound by the end of 2008.
2019 Acura MDX Consumer Reviews
servicesdicing, 09/06/2019
"2016 MDX - Pros/Cons"
I love how the power of this engine can effortlessly kick in and move you away and out of potentially dangerous situations when driving. One of the quietest transmissions I have ever owned. Switches gears and doesn't labor at doing it.
Braking is sometimes a bit grabby. I don't know if this has to do with the type of ride that you can select on the IDS button.
Comfort of the leather seats is good and the heated seats can get warm in a hurry! Air conditioning blows as cold any brand out there.
Map and display are not user friendly and not intuitive to use. Takes way too long to input your destination and map isn't the best at charting your course. Wish I could upgrade or change out to where it could use Apple maps or similar application from my cell phone.
Comfort when driving is pretty good. Lumbar support could be a bit more assertive.
wranglehyndburn, 08/22/2019
"Fun to drive SUV mimics sports sedan handling and"
This is my 3rd MDX and my experience is compared to other cars we own. They include 2019 MB E350 SUV, 2011 MB E350 cabriolet, 1988 Jeep Cherokee, 1981 Porch 911 SC. I use it as my commuting car to work and my drive is 14 miles on wonderful, curvy country road. Things I like most in comparison to the 2019 MB is the fun of driving it. Feels rock solid in the turns and has equal or better acceleration. My wife prefers the MB in regard to its comfort over irregular road surfaces. We both like the way the MDX "electronics- GPS " stuff works without as much need to take eyes off the road to find the switch or button that needs to be operated. Both cars are equipped with lane keeping steering control and adaptive cruise control. The MB does a smoother job when using the adaptive cruise control and has a better control algorithm that more smoothly adjusts the speed to suit the traffic speed of the vehicle you are following. However the MB requires the simultaneous use of lane keeping and cruise control and the two features can not be called up separately as can be done with the MDX. Automatic headlight dimming on the MB works at much lower speeds than on the MDX which I find very useful driving slowly at night on curvy roads. The biggest frustration we have with the two cars is that various functions performed, lights, shifting, windshield wipers have their actuators or stalks on opposite sides of the steering wheel which adds to lots of confusion when first starting out for a drive.Read less
lenticularcheeryble, 07/30/2019
"Please do noy wast your money, very disappointed"
Very poor Quality, rattles ,creeks, no power, Drivers manual missleading
Electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering (EPS)
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension
Independent rear suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Tire pressure monitoring system with location and pressure indicators
Turning Circle
11.79 meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Locks (Option)
Chrome wheel locks
Wheel Type
18-inch alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)
20-inch black wheels
Critics Reviews
The 2016 Acura MDX has been given significant updates for the new model year, while the price has only increased by $ 100 to a starting price of $ 43,785 after the $ 920 destination charge.Power will ...
2016 Acura MDX Review by Sarah Shelton | March 8, 2019 The 2016 Acura MDX offers nimble handling for an SUV, along with a winning combination of robust power and good fuel economy. It sits in the top third of our luxury midsize SUV rankings, though some in the class have more space and better reliability ratings.
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I have owned and still have a 2009 Kia amanti it is now 2024 I have 51000 miles on this car excellent handling in all weather except ice and deep snow very fast in traffic I think the handling is tight and responsive. My spouse has driven this on the interstate frequently and the first thing he did was get it up to 220 mph at this speed is floaty but under 80 mph just a pleasure to drive *****
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