2005 Acura MDX Review
Price Estimate: $2,198 - $3,528





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Room for seven passengers or serious amounts of cargo, gutsy V6 engine, well-balanced suspension, top-rated crash test scores.
Cons
- Limited off-road capability, below-average tow rating, ho-hum interior design and materials.
What’s new
This year the MDX receives standard XM Satellite Radio, a Bluetooth hands-free cell phone interface on Touring models, a larger fuel tank and an enhanced stability control system. The optional rear entertainment system now includes an in-dash six-disc CD changer, and the navigation system has an enhanced database. MDXs with navigation also include the OnStar communications system.
Edmunds says
A somewhat bland but otherwise utterly capable and perfectly useful crossover SUV.
For sale near Mountain View, CA
34 listings
- 215,931 miles
- 3 accidents, 4 owners, personal use
- 7 Seats, 15 City / 21 Hwy MPG
- Best Price Auto Sales (67 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Heated seats
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Third-row seating
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Located in Turlock, CA
At the time of sale, there will be added to the advertised total price, any applicable charges for sales tax, vehicle registration fees, the Californi...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
17 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2HNYD18645H509432
Stock: 509432
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-04-2025- $5,695fair price$356 above market
- 168,194 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 7 Seats, 15 City / 21 Hwy MPG
- Shoman Motors (82 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Heated seats
- Navigation
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Located in Davis, CA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
17 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2HNYD18965H535931
Stock: 535931
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-10-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in California
$348/mo for MDX Base
MDX Base
vs
$243/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Acura MDX Owner Reviews
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Yes , the transmission is a problem
4 out of 5 starsKevin M, 09/04/2015
2005 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Very good Suv. Love the AWD. Felt safe going down the road, it feels like driving a tank. But, the transmission failed at 160000 and we were left stranded on the side of the road. Also, some other little issues. Used regular gas. It did a good job towing. We finally did trade it in at 200000 miles and Lindsay Acura Cols. Gave us 5000 for it. It had a lot of bumps and bruises on it from … towing and parking lots. Overall a good suv if Honda would solve the transmission problems that the MDX has.
'05 MDX
4.88 out of 5 starsmdxer, 08/07/2010
2005 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
Replacing Cadillac Eldorado and more than happy with the change. The MDX had 82,000 miles when I got it, 97,000 six months later without any trouble, except with an a/c vent cover. Early on I had the opportunity to drive for several hours in a blizzard with complete confidence. I have also had it on unimproved old logging roads with equal confidence. I would not take it where I would … take a 4Runner, but I prefer cabin comforts. The cabin is awesome and the toys are awesome. Front seats are 5 star. This is my favorite car ever. I installed after market transmission and power steering filters as a precaution. The tranny's are suspect. I drive in D4 around town and D5 only over 60 mph.
Love my Acura!
5 out of 5 starscfischer15, 05/20/2015
2005 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
I am the original owner of my 2005 Acura MDX. Love my car! I have owned this car for over 10 years with no problems. The only thing has been the electric door locks that needed the actuator replaced. Other than that issue, this car is so reliable and comfortable to drive. Love my Acura!
Lots of mechanical issues
3.25 out of 5 starsMHirt1, 05/16/2015
2005 Acura MDX Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A)
I am the original owner of my 2005 MDX, and currently have about 130,000 miles on the car. We have had many mechanical issues with this car, including:
- failed torque converter at about 55,000 miles
- failed transmission cooler at about 85,000 miles which caused intermingling of transmission and radiator fluids - not good
- failed electrical harness unit - had to wait to get one … from Germany!
- numerous suspension issues
- rust appearing on front of hood and in all four wheel wells starting at around 100,000 miles
Even my 15-year old Saab has had far fewer, and less expensive, mechanical issues. I am not sure whether I will buy another MDX.
2005 MDX Highlights
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $36,900 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $348/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 14.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the MDX include:
- Back-up camera
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
- Post-collision safety system
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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