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IT AIN’T WHAT IT SHOULD BE !
Jay Cassius, 03/19/2018
2012 Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
11 of 19 people found this review helpful
It should sell for a lot lot less. In 2017, I bought the 2012 MDX used. 55k miles. I wanted a 3rd row SUV. Was in perfect condition, inside and out. Test drive was ok. Had only heard about Acura’s high end reputation. For the high price it must be pretty good? It ain’t. It’s not especially attractive. The dashboard and controls are pretty primitive. The buttons are cramped together, hard to read, poorly positioned. The multi information screen has so many layers of headings and sub info that you need a special course to figure it out. Just to adjust the interior lights and door locks takes about 20 pages in the manual. Not because it’s intricate, but because it’s preprogrammed somewhere in China and they probably got the module for pennies. Like inexpensive furniture that you spend a day putting together yourself. It’s hard to get in and out. The driver seat is so high you have to lower it so your feet can get near the ground. I’m 5’10. The doors are short, too short, so you always bang your legs and feet trying to get out. You have to move the seat pretty far back so you can swing your legs out. The wood grain? panel along the dash couldn’t even pass for plastic, let alone wood. The electronic throttle is downright dangerous. You get to a highway on ramp, ease up on the gas before you accelerate.... hit the pedal.... nada... that hesitation is enough to give you a heart attack. Oh well, that’s the electronic throttle, nuttin they can do about it. I had a 2008 Lexus RX 350 before this. The MDX tries to be a cheap imitation that costs as much or more. Not even close. The 2008 Lexus was better in every way, except for the 3rd row seat. And I bet no one ever got the 16 estimated miles per gallon. I had to make a conscious effort to get 12. I’m trading it in before 6 months.
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Stunning
Sean , 10/31/2020
2013 Acura MDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I have owned my 2013 MDX since December of 2012. I have logged over 140k miles. No complaints. Phenomenal care. One time the door actuator wouldnt lock the rear passenger door and I had to lock it manually, but that was an easy and cheap fix. Tires and oil. I have absolutely no complaint. Highly recommended cars. I've convinced my two brothers to get MDX. I would like to see MDX stick to only 4wd, but I assume some dont want it. Newer models Hybrids improve power but not really MPG. All in all, I recommend but then again I havent owned another car in 8 years, maybe there are better than out there.
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Sport Ute that Leans Towards Sport
Jon M-, 03/06/2017
updated 09/16/2019
2013 Acura MDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
So I’ve had this SUV for a little over 2 1/2 years now. Performance is still terrific. Been having some issues with front brakes/front end. Replaced rotors/pads still some front end shake on braking. Still have vibration that developed about 9 months ago in front end at 75-85 MPH. Dealer can’t seem to sort it out. Aside from these issues it’s still a very comfortable vehicle. I’ve put about 20K on odometer. Aside from maintenance any other issues have been covered by the CPO warranty. Gas mileage is terrible unless you baby the throttle, but it’s also a performance SUV. Some of the trim and the headlights are starting to show some age. Overall it’s been a great vehicle over the past 2 plus years. If I can work out the bugs before the CPO Warranty expires I’ll probably hold onto it. If not might trade in for something larger as our needs have changed since purchased. Might look into a pre 2018 Expedition EL or Suburban. Update 9/14/19.... I traded in the MDX. I now drive a 2019 Ram 1500 Classic crew cab hemi. I couldn’t get the front end straightened out and it was bugging me. The ram is actually quieter riding and gets better gas mileage. Ha!!! The MDX will still put a smile on your face in the twisties.
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Love my car
Dee, 12/20/2019
2012 Acura MDX Technology and Entertainment Packages 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Although my car is an older model I absolutely love it!! It drives wonderfully, the heated seats are great for me considering I have back issues and honestly it makes me wanna take a road trip.
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MDX 2012
lisacheck1, 05/12/2017
2012 Acura MDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
146,000 miles still going strong and looking great
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