2005 Acura MDX Review
2005 Acura MDX Review





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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.
2005 MDX Highlights
Base
- Combined MPG
- 17 MPG
- Cost to Drive
- $280/month
- Seating
- 7 seats
- Drivetrain
- all wheel drive
- Engine Type
- Gas
- Warranty
- 4 years / 50,000 miles
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2005 Acura MDX.
5 star(81%)
4 star(12%)
3 star(4%)
2 star(2%)
1 star(1%)
209 reviews
Most helpful consumer reviews
4 out of 5 stars
Yes , the transmission is a problem
Kevin 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.
5 out of 5 stars
Love my Acura!
cfischer15, 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!
4.88 out of 5 stars
'05 MDX
mdxer, 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.
3.25 out of 5 stars
Lots of mechanical issues
MHirt1, 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.
More about the 2005 Acura MDX
Used 2005 Acura MDX Overview
The Used 2005 Acura MDX is offered in the following submodels: MDX SUV. Available styles include Touring AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A), Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav and Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A), Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Nav (3.5L 6cyl 5A), AWD 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 5A), and Touring AWD 4dr SUV w/Entertainment System (3.5L 6cyl 5A). Pre-owned Acura MDX models are available with a 3.5 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 265 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2005 Acura MDX comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 5-speed automatic.
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