Used 2015 Acura MDX SUV Consumer Reviews
Better Than My 2011 MDX, But Not Perfect
Regarding gas mileage, my 2015 MDX does much better than my 2011 MDX did. For that I am grateful. Both vehicles recommended using 91 octane or higher. I faithfully do. However, and unfortunately, I used to have weather information available in my 2011 with the tech package, which no longer is available without now paying for it. Honestly, the vehicle costs enough already without add-on expenses. Also, occasionally and without reason, the brake warning flashes. I've asked about it at the dealership, but no one there seems to know anything about it or has heard of other owners citing it. Apparently, no recalls are associated with this . . . yet. Recently, my battery failed. it was only 2.5 years old. Generally, they should last 5 years, or so I'm told. At any rate it was a Japanese battery that had a bulge in one side when it was replaced. Not sure what that means, but it would not have been good for the engine compartment had it exploded. Finally, the GPS is poor. Honestly, a smart phone with a GPS app is far better. I recently did the 100K maintenance. While expensive, it covered many items. No need for brakes, yet, pleasantly surprised about that. All is working well with my MDX, so I will hang onto it for awhile. When the time arrives to buy another vehicle, I will look at another MDX, but will check to see if these deficiencies have been corrected. Despite these nit picks, the MDX is still likely one of the best in its class, and it is very stylish. That styling has been copied by other manufacturers.
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Brand new 2015 MDX - Electronic Issue
I had an interesting experience with the 2015 MDX this weekend. After only 5 weeks with a new car and less than 1,000 miles, my car broken down. I was shocked. Suddenly, all my systems were not functioning and the computer was warning about no all wheel drive, no power steering, no LDW, etc. So, I used roadside assistance and scheduled an 830am appointment on Saturday morning to pick up my car and have it towed to the Brooklyn Acura dealer. At 9am, I was told they would tow the car at 940am. At 10am, I was told 11am. Finally, I had a tow at 11am.
- Base 4dr SUVMSRP: $12,39934 mi away
- Advance and Entertainment Packages 4dr SUVMSRP: $17,29529 mi away
- Technology Package 4dr SUVMSRP: $10,49935 mi away
Defective Windshield
This has been a great vehicle with one exception. We are now on our FOURTH windshield replacement! Not to mention the last replacement was only one month ago, and it is already chipped AGAIN!! Not sure if this is due to the angle of the windshield or thickness of the glass. But we cringe every time we are driving and road debris or rocks hit the vehicle. And mind you, this is just typical road conditions. There appears to be other complaints online with this same issue.
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What a disappointment.
We purchased a 2015 MDX several weeks ago. The next morning, many error messages came on after starting the car - tire pressure warning, emissions system warning, transmission system warning. I was unable to drive the car. The car was towed to the dealership, we were assured it was a battery problem. We were given a new battery and left for a trip. We then drove it several hours, parked it overnight, and received the same messages the next day when we tried to start the car. Another tow, another dealership in a new state. Two weeks later, and we don't have the car back yet. Acura Client Services has been really unhelpful. I would not recommend this car to anyone.
Great Balance of Everything
It is a great balance of performance and luxury. I was looking at Honda Pilot and the MDX came out cheaper and nicer in every way. If you want an suv with three rows and can tow 5000 pounds then there is no competition. I am very happy with my purchase.
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