2006 Acura MDX Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
17 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(71 Total Reviews)
so nice
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Nav, Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
We replaced our Honda Pilot with this car. I really liked my Pilot but to get all these features it would cost so much more. The Acura has a smooth quiet ride and plenty of room. I feel very luxurious with all the leather and comfort. It makes me feel less like a "soccer mom". We love it!
Favorite Features
It's hard to choose my favorite features. I love the back up camera and I am surprised how helpful it is in a busy city parking lot. I also love the xm with the bose stereo speakers, who wouldn't?
Suggested Improvements
I haven't had it long enough to make any suggestions. I am assuming the new model has ipod goodies. My blue tooth is a little touchy.
1 out 2 people found this review helpful
So far, so good!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Nav, Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I just bought my MDX after owning an Yukon & Odyssey. I loved, loved, loved my Yukon, but the MDX is neck and neck. I certainly have more options with the MDX and paid a lot less. It's the perfect size for me to haul my 3 pre-teens and their friends around in. I don't give anything a 10 rating, so consider my 9 your 10. Would highly recommend it. The back lift gate is light enough to close. No need for a power lift gate.
Favorite Features
Rear camera, navi, RES, cargo area.
Suggested Improvements
Sunglass storage in roof top, better quality remotes, a little more storage space in the front and bigger door pockets.
9 out 10 people found this review helpful
Still Love My Acura!!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Nav, Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I still love my Acura after 2 years of ownership! This is my 2nd car made by Honda and my other was an Accord and I have been very happy with both. The Acura is like a Honda on steroids! Love the back up TV, navigation, onstar, Bluetooth, heated seats, and my kids love the DVD. I would definitely consider another Acura in the future!
Favorite Features
My favorite features are navigation, bluetooth, heated leather seats, onstar, 3rd row seat that folds flat, and mud mats are a must with kids!
Suggested Improvements
So far none!
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
Zacura
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
In 18 months of driving the MDX, not a single item has needed repair - we had a leaking tire once, but the dealer removed the nail, patched the tire, and didn't even charge me (and we only knew of the condition because of the dashboard warning light). Great ride, sporty handling, good acceleration off the line, does everything right.
Favorite Features
Bluetooth, OnStar, split fold down seats, great ride & handling, acceleration.
Suggested Improvements
Sensitivity adjustment for auto headlights (would like them to come on sooner), seat-warmers could be hotter.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
LOVE my MDX
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I love my car. I am consistently getting between 18-20 MPG, which is great for a 7 passenger vehicle. Quality of finish is great. Has everything I would ever want in a car. Navigation easy to maneuver. Heated seats work well. XM and Bluetooth both work well also. My 6' teenage son is a little cramped in the back seat--mostly because he slouches. Wish there was sunglasses holder, but center console works fine. Automatic closing hatch would have been a nice feature, but all in all, this is the best car I've owned. I have been looking around for something with same features and 25 mpg in the city... can't find anything that compares!!!
Favorite Features
Heated seats, steering controls.
Suggested Improvements
Make rear air controls automatic, not turned on by driver.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Great Ride
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
The fuel economy is really not bad when compared with other SUVs. I average 19 mpg (more city than hwy). The ride is smooth and quiet. I am a realtor and my clients always comment on how comfortable this vehicle is. I enjoy the ride myself and only regret that I did not upgrade to the touring. The base stereo is really lacking and no passenger power seat is embarrasing in a vehicle of this caliber.
Favorite Features
Reliability. Comfort, ride, handling, power, xm-radio.
Suggested Improvements
More standard equipment in the base package (this is an Acura, not a Honda). Fuel economy can always be better.
Poor Fuel economy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Nav, Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This car is barely breaking 13 MPG that's combined city/hwy. Called Customer Service to see if they can do anything about it because the dealer couldn't. The worst customer service ever, they said "There is no issue for us to address". WOW! That's after they put me on hold for 40 minutes.
Favorite Features
Smooth ride, navigation
Suggested Improvements
Gas economy and customer service
2 out 14 people found this review helpful
Black Touring Navi and Entertainment
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Nav, Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
First off we do love this vehicle and except for a chronic rear door sticking issue, this SUV has been a great vehicle, drives more like a car than a truck, plenty of power and comfortable, family loves XM radio and navigation is huge help when traveling. We got the running boards, pinstripe and rear deflector which really helps dress the look up. Gas mileage is as usual disappointing but expected. We avg 15 around town and just over 20 on the road.
Favorite Features
XM Radio, navigation, ride and handling.
Suggested Improvements
It would be nice if there was more room behind 3rd row of seats, hybrid model??
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Love my MDX!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD w/Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
I live in the mountains, lots of driving uphill and lots of snow in winter. Never had any problems in the snow with the AWD. I feel safe and confident. The front seats are very comfy, but the back seats could use a bit more room. I have a 3 year old in a booster seat in the back and he doesn't have all that much leg room. Still, I wouldn't trade it for anything and plan to drive it till it won't drive any more!
Favorite Features
Love the heated seats in winter. The trip computer is a nice feature, and I really like the thing that tells me how many miles I have left on that tank of gas. My son loves the DVD player, very handy for long trips. The bluetooth is nice, and the programmable garage door opener is handy.
Suggested Improvements
More room between front and second row seats would be nice. Of course, with gas prices like these, it would be most excellent to have much better gas mileage, but none of the SUVs really have great MPG. Maybe a hybrid would be in order?
7 out 7 people found this review helpful
Not True Luxury
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 2 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2006 Acura MDX Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Review
This vehicle is overrated, not true luxury. No backlighting on the steering wheel buttons so you can't see what you're pushing in the dark, not even an option. A/C controls are in an uncomfortable place, and rear controls have to be reset every time you restart engine. Battery died 4 months after brand new. No back heater in passenger seat, not even an option. Power seats are far inferior to the seats in my '03 Tahoe. There is no 12v outlet for second row passengers, except the one in the bottom of the center console, very inconvenient. No power folding mirrors. It is very uncomfortable to drive long distances for a male, 5'10", arms fall asleep after about 1 hour, and not enough leg room.
Favorite Features
Strong engine. Good looking exterior. Nice gauge cluster.
Suggested Improvements
Put a light bulb behind a steering wheel button, and run a seat heater for the passenger back.
6 out 12 people found this review helpful
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