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I love my MDX
andy3631, 03/23/2013
2003 Acura MDX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
46 of 48 people found this review helpful
I have had my Acura for about 7 years now and I absolutely love it. I bought it with 70,000 miles on it and I currently have 209,000 miles. I have never had any major problems with it. I actually drove about 2000 miles from Chicago to California and it drove great. I hope to have it for another 200,000 miles.
Keeps on going
rquigley1, 01/14/2012
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
I was the 2nd owner. Bought in 4 years ago with 100k on the odometer. Super reliable. Changed timing belt at 140k and follow the service recommendations. I do all my own work from fluids to plugs etc. Read some posts about a tranny shift problem and noticed a little hesitation around 170k. I did a triple flush of the AT fluid and care is running just fine. I expect to get it to 200k and then buy the current body style acura. Only real problem is a hum in the stereo and loud whine in the rear dvd system after about an hour of operation. For the money- a super car.
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best car yet
klaire funderburgh, 09/09/2018
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
bought this car with 182xxx and i’ve put 6,000 so far. owned it around 4 months and has 0 problems. drives and rides so much better than any other car we’ve had, chevy, jeep, honda and ford. i LOVE the inside and out, both are very nice looking and stay clean fairly easily. i’m a nanny and have car seats in and out of car all the time...LATCH system makes it easy to install and remove and leaves plenty of space for kiddos. nice sized suv. i live at 9000ft in conifer colorado and it does just fine on all out twisty roads even with power steering issues. seems to have descent traction on ivey roads. overall i’m in awe at acura, they really did a nice job with this one
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Thinking of an '03 Acura MDX? Run Away!!!!!!
mvegastar, 02/21/2012
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
78 of 88 people found this review helpful
My husband and I have owned a lot of different makes and models in our time, but we have had the WORST experience with our '03 Acura MDX. We are the 2nd owner of the car, clean carfax report, bought it with 48K miles. Owing it less than 4 yrs, not including regular maint such as oil changes, brakes and tires, we have spent over $15k on repairs! Two transmissions, a motor, a paint job and breaking down on vacations twice to name some if it! This car has been a nightmare and Acura could care less since we bought it used. When reading other reviews, the transmission is clearly a problem, but has there been a recall? Nope. I hope sharing our experience will help others avoid the same pain
Documented transmission problems
tom, 09/18/2009
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
17 of 18 people found this review helpful
With problem after problem for my 03 MDX I thought I heard it all when local acura dealer informed me that one out of four 01-03 mdx's will need the transmission replaced! This from a so called luxury car? Check the web and you'll see it's true. Don't buy this year range, cause you'll have a 25% chance of failure.
Transmission Trouble Twice
Stacy, 04/12/2018
2003 Acura MDX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
We had a transmission rebuilt and a month after the warranty, it went out again. Mechanics say-stay away from 2003s. Other than that VERY costly repair, its a fantastic SUV.
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Better than my 3 grand cherokees
george ganem, 09/14/2006
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have always been pleased with owning this vehicle compared to my previous three grand cherokees. There seems to be less driver compartment room than the jeeps, but the ride is much smoother and quieter. Gas economy is better in the acura. Always felt the acura is a step up from most other suvs. Being 6'4" tall, many other suv models are more crowded in the drivers area.
Pretty Lil Thing BUT....
Anny B, 03/07/2020
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love my 03 MDX. I bought it used and the interior was immaculate and the exterior was also. It still looks brand new. But what I didn't do was research this year model. Seems that the transmissions tend to go out in them. I started having shifting problems so I looked it up and that's when I learned about the bad transmissions. Took mine to a great tranny guy who is as honest as can be cause he could have easily said it was the transmission but he didn't. He found a wire that had been chewed into and replaced it. Total out of my pocket, $75.00. Every now n then it acts like it's in neutral when you give it gas but not often. Now it has motor problems. I was told several causes so I started with the most likely, catalytic converter. Bought brand new and replaced. Didn't fix it. It smokes, uses oil and gas now which is something it never did before. Nothing happened that I know of to have caused this and a compression check is on the agenda. To sum it up, even tho I love this vehicle, it has been a headache almost from day one. It only had about 190xxx miles on it when I bought it and when it's good it's great but that's been few and far between. Research the vehicle you're looking at, trust me, it will save you money and a headache.
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2 yr 3 month ownership (happy)
logun, 05/17/2012
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
22 of 26 people found this review helpful
Bought this SUV for my wife in late 2009 early 2010, with 74,500 miles on it. We've put 23,000 miles on it (+ or -). We've had it dealer maintained as it was from the previous owner (we r 2nd owner). We've made sure to maintain the transmission (both frnt & rear diffs as well) as AWD or 4 x 4 vehicles require this otherwise it breaks. We have replaced shocks, struts, motor mounts, window regulator & a tensioner set. The pwr steering does quit when we hit a large puddle till the belt dries (within a few sec.) Otherwise it's been a great vehicle. She even runs low to mid grade octane gas without issue.
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JB, 12/25/2015
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
25 of 31 people found this review helpful
I bought this car with 43,000 miles on it in Nov 2006. Car was fantastic. When I bought the car I went for the 12 month extended warranty for an extra $1200. About 11 months into owning the car I got a check engine light and flashing D5 light. Took it to the Acura dealer. Trans DEAD!!! They replaced it for free since it was under warranty and gave me a loaner while they did it. So then about 2 years ago I notice the trans slamming into gear. Changed fluid....same crap. So October 2014 D4 blinking light and check engine light AGAIN!!! Car would not switch out 4th gear. I took it to a trans place and had the trans totally rebuilt new Valve body, PC, gears and synchros. The builder took pics of the trans it was HORRIBLE all burned up and stuff. So what Honda does is place the trans cooler into the Rad so I have no idea how but the cooling fluid got into the trans fluid probably because trans cooler in the rad and ruined the trans. So the builder added an EXTERNAL trans cooler. So now just a few days ago.....D5 blinking light. But no check engine light and car drives fine. I took the car back to the builder and he said there were no trans codes in the history or anything. I'm so done with this car. I am VERY VERY disappointed in Honda. All the Honda 5sp Autos are pure garbage and they should be ashamed of themselves. Other than the 2 trans I had to replace the car is awesome. But that trans ruins it! I cant believe Honda acting like they have no idea why this is happening. STAY AWAY FROM THIS CAR!!!! STAY AWAY!!! But an MDX with the new 6spd auto.
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Best car ever
Jon Kvernmo, 11/10/2016
updated 11/12/2019
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Acura has it together. All things considered, we would not hesitate to buy another MDX or any other Acura that fits our current needs and use parameters.
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Great Ride Except for Transmission
justman, 09/14/2011
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
I love my MDX, but now have to to trade it in and don't want to or have $5,000 for a new one. These SUVs are known to have transmission problems, wish I would have known that before I spent so much on it. But, I will say, I bought mines brand new and have had it for 8 years with now major issues. Just normally wear and tear. Would love to get another one, but Acura still has issues with the tranny. So, I think I'm going to go green and get a KIA Sorento. Better gas mileage and it doesn't cost so much.
110,000 miles and still going strong
extremus669, 10/21/2009
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my MDX in 2005 with ~62K miles on it. It was a certified pre-owned vehicle. I've put almost 50K additional miles on it since and the past four years have been trouble-free. Maintenance includes the occasional fluid changes (oil, VTM, transmission fluids, etc.). The timing belt was also replaced at ~107K per the maintenance schedule. Rides and handles great for a vehicle its size (and age).
Love it for 160,000 miles!!!
Ron, 01/15/2010
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My MDX has been great! I have 160,000 miles and have only had to keep on maintenance schedule (although these can get a bit pricey). I would get this car again and am actually thinking of purchasing a new MDX or RDX. Only negative is that after 150K miles started to get a number of interior rattles - much to be expected after so much use. Speakers are excellent.
Best MDX ever
Dave, 03/20/2019
updated 03/23/2021
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Too bad the newer models of the MDX are not equal to this one. It has a few miles on it but it has held up beautifully. Keeping it clean makes it always look new. Performance is still great. It is just old. Every year we say it is time to get a new one, but the newer ones just don't compare.
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Great SUV at first
acura 2003 mdx, 07/09/2009
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Bought in March of 2003 new. Since I bought the vehicle, I had nagging problems and at 82,000 miles I am starting to get a little worried. I've had to replace the starter, ac compressor, vent knobs, cd player, drivers seat heater, hood struts, rear blower. I expected more out of an Acura.
Disguised minivan
bmwguy, 03/02/2007
2003 Acura MDX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Bought a 1 year old used MDX with 14000k, drove about another 45k over 2.5 years. Roomy, mostly reliable, but NOT sporty. Closest to a minivan in ride and handling. Neither tough enough for offroad nor secure enough for sporty driving. Replaced starter under warranty, but scheduled dealer service pricey with frequent transfer case oil changes. Did I mention my dealer maintained creampuff did not hold value for a trade at an Acura dealer? Don't let Acura tell you this a a luxury car, just because it has leather seats. Mediocre stereo.
Cheap (really!) components
renman, 12/11/2009
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is a great looking car IMHO. And I love driving it, It's got a ton of room and handles nicely. But... the quality of the internal parts... is just ridiculous. Cheap, cheap, cheap. Vents, seat heaters, switches, etc, etc. Parts that should last 5-6 years or longer (cuz they are just not used much) go out after 2-3 years. A slightly better component would cost pennies, add maybe 1/2% to the total price of the car to upgrade all the little things to be reliable. Going to think long and hard before I buy another Acura. It's sad, because other than ALL the little things breaking, it's a great vehicle.
2003 mdz Tranny Problems
axelman001, 12/28/2009
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We love the vehicle when we can keep it on the road. Bought CPO but we keep having tranny problems. Third Transmission in two years. Had same problem with our Odyssey, told problem was fixed by Honda by 2003. Wrong. Rest of car is great.
Buyer Beware
Post Captain, 02/16/2010
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought this car brand new and have always maintained it properly, including the replacement of the timing belt at 105K. Since that time it has been a money guzzling machine. Left rear mirror fell out with motor assembly to the tune of $329. Driver's side seat moulding broken along with loose driver's seat. Now I've been told that the power steering is shot, a motor mount is broke, the seal around the left headlight needs to be replaced, among other things. Total anticipated cost $3-5,000. For all Acura says about quality, I don't know that I will buy another one.
Very satisfied
JimDee, 12/17/2005
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Has been an excellent vehicle. No problems in three years. Excellent highway vehicle. Mileage 22 to 24 mpg. City 16 mpg. Some road noise. Excellent service by two dealers, one in Ga and one in FL.
Great but the MPG
bradywillin, 12/08/2019
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The projected MPG is a complete lie. Driving mostly city, you'll be lucky to get 13 MPG, and around 20 highway. The luxury features have all held up; automatic windshield wipers, automatic climate control, heated seats, etc... The interior is a very comfortable place to be. You're isolated from almost all outside noise, to the point I often don't notice emergency vehicles until I see them in my mirrors. Very spacious, room for cargo even with seven passengers. Also for weighing 2.4 tons, it defiantly moves, with no struggle cruising at 100mph on the highway.
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disappointed
stacey, 09/01/2005
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
We purchased this car based on reviews of reliability and safety. Additionally, the third row seat was enticing. We have had several problems, the most serious being the brakes freezing up while driving due to a faulty sensor in the steering wheel telling the car that it was flipping and needing to stabilize! And we were 600 miles from home. Very scary and put my family at risk. The back seat is only suitable for children. The car is noisy at high speeds. And we get much lower gas mileage than Acura claims.
Would buy it again if not for transmission issues
texan100, 06/15/2011
2003 Acura MDX AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I got CPO MDX after lot of research and consumerReports guide which rated MDX as the BEST suv. I did drive for 5 years and was very happy with my car. I never had major issues and never paid any money from my pocket as it was all under warranty. They did find problem with engine mounts, battery and some tubes that needed cleaning which was all taken care by Acura warranty. I did regular maintenance. Dealer did charge me 600 or so for 60k mile service. Last year I did find that car was not going smooth. It was driving rough sometimes and smooth other times. I also read about transmission issues when it hits 100k. Since mine hit 92k I sold it.
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RL, 04/29/2010
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
Bought the vehicle certified and thank god I did. Three transmissions later and numerous minor fixes. Dont buy any MDX earlier than 2006 or you will be at the dealership often.
Great SUV
posted1, 11/25/2007
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Great vehicle. It does everything very, very well while doing almost nothing flashy. If this sounds like you, this is your SUV. Safety is top-notch. GPS is excellent safety / convenience feature. Rear entertainment option is beyond value if you have kids. Rear backup camera is now a requirement on any future vehicle after experiencing it in this MDX. This is a must. We test-drove all competitors multiple times and this car won, hands down, in almost every measurable regard. The Lexus RX was quite nice but did not offer the convenience and functionality of this vehicle. BMW was OK at best. Infiniti was "so-what?". Great vehicle with minor opportunities for improvement.
Smooth, reliable and luxurious
msghana, 02/07/2007
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car handles beautifully. You can feel the horsepower as you adjust quickly to high speeds and it is so comfortable. This is my most favorite vehicle purchase ever!
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Skip, 04/18/2006
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Always either a Jeep or Jimmy for years. Along with them had problems with the brakes on the Jeep's 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 won't have to....thank you
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AGBew, 10/22/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Best thing is the handling and when I first encounter rain the windsheild wipes went on automatically...blew me away. What a comfortable SUV...much better than my previous Durango. My daughter loves the DVD.
Powerful get up and go
PokerFaceJess, 09/10/2019
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
There are some sensors that need to be replaced and it could use a good tune up, but this car is amazing from the power under the hood to the Bose speakers.
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TRANSMISSION FLAW
HYMAXX, 08/01/2004
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
After 9 months of fun hell broke loose with only 7,000 miles. The transmission makes an unusual loud slamming noise when I shift to reverse or drive. The dealer can not and did not fix the transmission problem. MDX is an affordable luxury SUV but the interior is made of cheap materials. After all the headache that my wife and I went through with ACURA I replaced the MDX with a BMW X5, I should have bought the X5 in the first place.
Don't waste your money
apersistent1, 08/06/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is the worst QUALITY car I have owned in 25 years. You would not expect a luxury car have constant noises and problems. First, noise in front wheel well that took 3 weeks to find/fix. Next, the sound of the fuel sloshing in the fuel tank - Acura says its "normal" for this car. Next, stereo speakers in the doors started vibrating. Next, door noises. Turns out the seal "needs lubricating". Next, the brakes make a clunking noise - Acura says a "slight clicking". Whenever you shift, and apply the brakes, the calipers "adjust". Acura says this is normal. Caliper adjustment IS, the noise ISNT!
Great car!
gardner3, 05/22/2011
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This car overall is great! It's roomy, comfortable, smooth to drive, has power and looks good. The sound system is nice, heated seats work well, seats fold, and I generally had no problems in long drives.
what a great crossover vehicle!
dorene1, 12/31/2002
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
We are so pleased with this vehicle! The acceleration is great, it's extremely quiet, and the road ride is soooo smooth. The turn radius is huge, and handling is precise. The split 3rd row gives us great flexibility of use, and we can get groceries and 3 kids in comfortably. The DVD system is excellent, and tech features are all very useful. Solid choice for a family car.
Wonderful SUV
royalpar1, 08/31/2006
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have this car now going on 4 years, no issues, the car is just great and probably the best SUV for the money. I have looked at others and believe that this the best value for money.
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Jamo, 06/24/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought MDX over Highlander (second seats like a board) and Pilot (too much road noise); worth the additional cost. Inside decor is excellent as is sound quality on Touring pkg system. Nav-didn't really want but now think it's great. Crash ratings, stability system, front & side airbags, plus a solid, relatively quiet atmosphere give sense of security.
So disapponited in my MDX and Quality
Chris D, 05/11/2006
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2003 Acura MDX Brand new and currently it has 40k miles and in that time I have the Rotors and Brakes replaced under warr at least 4 times and all miles are highway and pampered. I have also had the truck at Acura on 4 ocassions for the Steering Wheel control because everytime I raise the volume the station changes and everytime the dealer says it was a bad ground and still can't fix it. I have opened up a complaint with Acura Corporate and bringing my truck again tonight to be fixed. All I can tell you is that I have 8 months left of my lease and I WILL NOT buy another Acura again it has been a big disappointment to spend $40000 on an SUV and deal with these constant problems
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lilbull, 03/04/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Excellent SUV for the money. Many things come standard. There are only a few options. It drives like a powerful car as opposed to a truck. Very comfortable.
Best SUV On The Road
Nanci, 05/23/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
When I did my test drive I was so impressed in the way this SUV handled like a luxury car. Everything a vehicle should have is included as standard. The drive is smooth and quiet, the interior is comfortable and roomy. Gas mileage is so-so. Have not had it on the open road, all driving is freeway traffic and in town stop and go. This vehicle is the best value for your money. You couldn't ask for more in an SUV no one can believe that cost of this luxury SUV
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Ron, 05/06/2009
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I gave a poor reliability rating due to the fact that my transmission went out with only 73,000 mile on it. I can't believe that a SUV of this caliber would have this issue. Warranty ran out at 60,000 miles. Repair cost is $3,167.00. This is a regular problem with 2001 ,2002 and 2003 transmissions.
AVery Nice SUV
Illini Bird, 03/19/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
MDX is very roomy and the Navigation system is awesome! I also like the rear- view camera. I have never seen the VSC engage but am glad the car has it. On the down side, mileage is poor! My MDX does not get near what the ratings say (I get only about 12 or 13 mpg). The Lexus had a feature where when one held down the open door button on the remote control, all windows and the moon roof opened which was really nice when getting into the car in the summer. The MDX does not have this feature. Also, ALL windows in the Lexus were auto up and down - not just the driver's window. The automatic wipers do not work well with snow; they work OK with rain.
Consistent failures
techvet, 10/02/2008
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchased this MDX certified pre owned last year with 30K miles on it and have had nothing but problems with it. I have been to the dealer 6 times in the last 12 months with various engine lights/codes and what I call the Christmas tree - all error lights go off on the dashboard. Sometimes is fixed with loosening the gas cap but most the time has to go to the shop. The dealer will not honor the pre owned warranty so now I am paying for repairs every few months. I bought for brand and this was not a good idea.
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vcnyc, 10/11/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The MDX is fun to drive and extremely responsive in harsh weather. It breaks on the dime in rain and snow. The interior is extremely comfortable and spacious. My only disappointment is fuel economy. I am averaging 14 mpg in the city and 20 on the highway.
disappointed
alias6276, 03/29/2004
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After owning the vehicle for 6 months I wished I had purchased something else. Its not worth the money. Although the performance is good, it falls short of my expectation for a luxury SUV. The lousy gas mileage (not getting the rated mileage) combined with the premium gas makes me ill every time I pull up to the pump. They say you shouldn't buy a car you can't afford to drive. I can afford it but I would rather spend my money elsewhere. The main reason I bought it was for the resale value, just didn't think I would have to cash in so soon.
best Suv we bought ever
asmdpa, 09/19/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
we have only 3000 miles on our 2003 touring MDX and we already love it. This is our third SUV and we had best dealership experience so far. Mdx is powerful, reliable in bad weather and we give it a 10
The Best SUV on the market today
Dr. Joel Adler, 09/13/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is my third Acura but my first SUV. I am very pleased with this and my other Acuras, as I have never had to take the vehicles into be service. The quality of workmenship is excellent. I have over my live time purchased over forty new vehicles for personal use and all other vehicles needed warranty work.I do use this vehicle (SUV) for personal use and also as a tow vehicle behind my motorhome. It pulls very easy on all four wheels and I do not notice the extra weight behind my motorhome.
lOVE THAT CAR
MOM MOBILE, 09/06/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I absolutely love the car. Coming from a minivan it is a welcome relief. the only thing I do not like about the car is the small gas tank size. I am constantly filling up with gas. I like the navigational system and use it frequently. I also like the camera that shows what is behind me when I am backing up.
Awesome Acura
Rickster, 07/13/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My Acura MDX has been great from day one. The handling of the vehicle has been better than my Grand Cherokee. My only complaint is that the gas mileage could be a little better in the city. Highway is great.
Don't Bother!
JoeBl, 08/02/2003
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This SUV isn't worth the price! I have only owned this car for 3 months and already I am having problems with rattling. The engine is sometimes noisy as well. I've contacted the dealer and they said that's just how this car is. My car is too new to be rattling like this. Also, the entertainment system doesn't seem too sturdy. This SUV is not worth the high price! Buyer beware!
Piece of junk falling apart
gwen, 06/04/2008
2003 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2003 MDX a few months ago, a mistake. It had only a little over 60000 miles and is very poorly built. The transmission has problems. The headliner was cut too short and is falling out in the back. The rear window washer is about to fall off. And the right door has a part loose inside that makes a lot of noise when you close it. I would not buy another Acura. This company used to turn out good cars. What happened?