Used 2012 Acura MDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Great SUV substitute for sport sedan
Lee Hoagland, Boston, MA, 07/07/2017
Acura MDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
I’ll try to keep this short and simple. • The gen2 MDX drives much smaller than it is. Even with the high ground clearance, it rivals many sport sedans, especially with the Advance pkg that comes with the Active Damper System (ADS) in sport mode. The overall dimensions (length, height, width, and track) lend themselves to a wide, stocky, and aggressive stance that handles very well. • The J37A1 engine is no slouch and while the 0-60 split isn’t fantastic at 7.1 seconds, it has more than enough torque for brisk highway merging and passes. Bear in mind it is a high-revving engine, so you really have to get it above 3500rpm to really let it purr. • The most annoying thing about the MDX is the shift mapping on the transmission. It is constantly trying to upshift prematurely, sometimes to the point that it seems something is wrong with the powertrain. I do not use mine in Drive mode; I always have it in Sportshift mode with the paddles engaged, so I have full control over when the transmission gears up. It does not turn it into a DSG or SMG, but it allows you to hold gears through turns and up hills, or gear down to prep for a highway pass. The engine has rev-matching, so it helps ease it into gear more than most automatic transmissions. • While rated at 16/21mpg, you will rarely see better than 18mpg if you use the paddles routinely. But, this is the price of having a sufficiently powered 4,550-lb vehicle that can hit the twisties better than the majority of crossovers, and better than some sedans. • The SH-AWD is fantastic and one of only a few torque-vectoring 4WD systems currently available. The only vehicle in the same class that has a comparable 4WD is the Audi Q7. The X5, RX350, XC90, and JX35/37 have atrocious 4WD/AWD systems that do nothing but add additional cost to the vehicle. The SH-AWD is highly advanced and is an incredible feature to have. • Wind noise is minimal as the aerodynamics are quite good. The engineers at Honda spent a lot of time in the wind tunnel making sure this beast was comfortable at highway speeds and it’s a very comfy ride. • If you are a performance oriented driver, definitely grab the Advance trim if you can. Additionally, look at the ATLP or RV6 J-pipe to replace the stock J-pipe. These $500 bolt-ons can add 15-25awhp, which translates into 25-40bhp. A custom CAI, resonator delete, and high-flow rear mufflers would put your output in the 340-360bhp range. There is much more to be said about this vehicle. [contact info removed]
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Why buy anything else?
john mcmahon, Stone Harbor, NJ, 07/29/2017
Acura MDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is our 4th MDX and probably not our last. Not one issue with any of them they just keep getting better and in my opinion are the best SUV value on the market
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Loving my Akk
Cynn, Phoenix, AZ, 11/08/2021
Acura MDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Everything about my MDX speaks luxury, from the Led headlights , my 19inch stoke rimes to the Acura emblems. I truly enjoy the power &beauty of my MDX. I'll keep this one as long as she will have me. Then I'll purchase another one. Thank you Acura for building such a wonderful SUV crossover!
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Hooked on Acura right after first purchase
Yaaman, Ridgewood, NY, 03/11/2018
Acura MDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
this is my second MDX the only reason why I I sold my first one purchase base after 2 years purchase new one with advanced technology package 6 years later and I still have vehicle and will not give it up I have the 2012
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Noisy Car for the money
Dissatisfied, New Britain, CT, 01/05/2016
Acura MDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
I have taken my MDX 2012 to the dealership several times to complain of a terrible grinding sound during low speeds and when coming off the highway. Several times have been told by dealership this car is fine and it sounds terrible. When turning at low speeds it sometimes makes a loud thud and clunk mostly after rain or bad weather when in reverse or parking the car.
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