Used 2013 Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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love but a few problems some chronic
Jean Hale, Palmer, AK, 05/18/2018
updated 11/22/2019
Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
We bought this as a certified used car from a dealer at 9mo old and very low miles. PROS: Very comfortable especially for my taller husband, most switches in easy reach, manipulation of back seats very easy, lots of cargo room, peppy engine for larger SUV, grips the road very well. CONS: Very noisy cab- lots of road noise and wind noise. Burnt smell occasionally coming from circulation vents- mechanics have not been able to source it so not fixed over almost 6 years of ownership. Controls on steering wheel not intuitive. Climate control difficult and not real efficient. Of the 2 USB ports, one quit working after a year (front of console). Biggest and most dangerous issue was an issue with electronics; warning lights would come on, often several, radio lights would come on, engine would speed up and not be under normal control (this was after a year of ownership, still under warranty). This progressed to multiple attempts to start (warning lights all on and acting like dead battery). Would get jumps to start, bought a new battery and the car would still be difficult. Became dangerous to drive so was hauled to dealer by tow truck. Dealer attempted a repair that was not successful and car died again when out of town. Dealer tried to fix again and was unsuccessful- could not find issue. Finally had a relative who was a mechanic tell us about a Honda recall on electrical issues and steering column electronics. Had dealer do the fix for the Honda issue and this fixed the problem. Look up related Honda issues for Acura issues.
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No complaints-Perfect
Dan O, Attleboro, MA, 05/20/2018
updated 11/27/2023
Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
This is a great SUV. I’ve had nothing but a good experience owning this Acura MDX. It’s a great ride. It’s reliable and I got a great deal on this used SUV two years ago. You keep up with the maintenance and it will not let you down. It’s got good room for passengers and stuff. The far rear seats are a bit tight,but it’s very rear we use them. Other than that, this is a great vehicle. Update: Nov 2020- This car is pushing 8 years, and I have 107k. It’s been a perfect car. I keep up with the suggested maintenance and have had no issues. I am more than satisfied. This is one of the best vehicles I’ve ever owned. Update: Nov 2023- sold my MDX last year with 127k. It was a great ride and still ran perfectly. I just wanted something newer. Whoever ended up with my trade will be getting a perfect SUV. I replaced my 2013 with a used 2019 MDX.
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Acura - Never Again
Ex-Acura Owner, Calabash, NC, 03/01/2020
Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
We owned a 2007 MDX which was a great SUV. Drove it on a trip out west to see the National Parks, 8,000 miles and it never used a drop of oil. In 2013, we gave it to our son and bought a 2013 MDX. We thought the last year of a model would be the best, all bugs worked out - wrong. It consumed oil from the time it left the lot. We took it to dealers in NC, MD and MA. They all said that using a qt. in 1,000 miles was acceptable. We only used it on long trips so a consumption test was difficult to do. We ended up extending the warranty for 5 yrs. and 70,000 miles. We knew the engine wasn't reliable long term. We carried several qts. of oil in the car with disposable funnels and filled it back up when it needed it, usually around 1,000 miles. We just traded it in with 91,000 miles. We received the notice of the class action suit against Honda/Acura over the situation and figured we'd never get rid of it once the word spread. Acura did extend the warranty for the issue but from what we read, it is difficult to get them to work on the engine and even replaced blocks leak oil. We loved the handling and comfort. It felt safe. But, Acura blew it on the engine and they refused to acknowledge the problem promptly and the recourse isn't satisfactory. Would never consider an Acura again.
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2013 Oil consumption issue
Catl , Miller Place, NY, 12/28/2022
Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
It was a class action suit settled in March 2020 for the 2013 and other years of the MDX that were found to have oil leaking around the Pistons settlement gauge owners who on their own became aware of this problem the right to a repair unfortunately owners were not notified of this settlement and are no longerWilling to repair this problem at all is expense my Acura consumes 3 quarts of oil every thousand miles. The issue is currently in arbitration with Honda of North America.
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Acura MDX Review
love2drive111, Koloa, HI, 02/09/2013
Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
22 of 130 people found this review helpful
I recently bought a brand new Acura MDX and I am a satisfied customer. The primary reason I purchased this car was that it was a gift for my mother and I believed it fit her style, a blend of luxury and accomplishment. Driving impressions of this vehicle were satisfying as the ride is very sleek, you can hardly feel a bump on the road. The ride is almost too relaxing as if you were on auto pilot in a commercial aircraft. The vehicle is extremely fun especially in the rain, as its suspension is highly tuned for safety. Seeing other MDX vehicles on the road is definitely an eye catcher because of limited ownership. If you have the means of 50k I highly recommend it.