Used 2012 Acura MDX Technology Package SUV Review
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Read what other owners think about the 2012 Acura MDX Technology Package SUV.
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Great value and decent features
sebring95, Fremont, OH, 12/07/2013
2012 Acura MDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
We've had this for a little over a year and 30k miles.
It was really no more expensive than a loaded Honda/Ford/GM SUV.
Normally I wouldn't buy a "luxury" brand for our family hauler given the 25k-30k miles per year we drive, but operating costs on an Acura are a fraction of the Euro brands.
Depreciation also appears to be significantly more favorable.
Transmission is relatively lazy and … you have to keep after it to capitalize on the 300hp.
Backup camera is terrible at night.
Gas mileage is as expected...averaging 19.5 and 21-22 on long trips at 75mph.
Unless you're comparing it to something significantly more expensive or smaller, this is a great overall vehicle.
My "New" 2012 MDX - 2k miles so far
jg88, Chippewa Falls, WI, 04/14/2015
2012 Acura MDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
Just bought a 2012 MDX Tech CPO with 30k miles and am pretty darn happy with it. Tested the X5 and X3, the Q5, the ML 350 and the similarly sized Infinity; the MDX was hard to beat for overall driving, quality build and standard features. SH-AWD is in a class of its own for on-the-road traction and performance. Driving during a couple of heavy down pour is a breeze. Surprisingly it … has decent ground clearance for logging roads and unimproved two-tracks yet felt lower in driving than the others. Noticed how low in the bonnet the engine sits, must be how Acura lowered it's center of gravity. Lastly, could not believe the deal I struck with Acura vs. the German cars - much better.
Three years later, now with 52K miles - not one issue or problem with the MDX. We've taken it many long trips, have used it for carrying large items - still going great as a people and cargo mover. One area of concern, the MPG seems to have fallen both for local and highway driving. On a recent 3K trip from TX to NM to CO and back back, overall MPG for the trip was about 19.5. A year earlier, on essentially the same trip, it was about 21 MPG overall. Have also noticed lower MPG for local driving, about 15 - 16 versus 17.5 during the 1st 2 years. Not sure why this is.
Enjoying my first SUV
appstategrad95, Atlanta, GA, 12/01/2011
2012 Acura MDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
Overall quite pleased with the vehicle.
It's fun to drive, has a good bit of technological goodies and should be a reliable vehicle I hope my family enjoys for years to come.
Great reliability fun to drive
bobrosa, West Chester, PA, 03/31/2014
2012 Acura MDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
Approaching my 2 yr. of ownership with just over 22k. and I still look at it when I park and walk away. Only visit to dealer is for regular maint. Speaking as a mechanic for more then 30 yrs. this vehical is solid, well built, and really rocks in any adverse weather conditions with its SH-awd system. Yeah think Im gonna keep this baby for awhile.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2012 Acura MDX Technology Package SUV
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Capable handling
- Pro:user-friendly high-tech features
- Pro:finely crafted interior
- Pro:relatively roomy third-row seat.
- Con:Not as much interior space as some larger rivals
- Con:busy control layout.
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