Used 2019 Acura MDX SH-AWD SUV Review
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the 2019 Acura MDX SH-AWD SUV.
Most helpful consumer reviews
Love it! Love it! Love it!
Terri T., Milwaukee, WI, 01/04/2019
2019 Acura MDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
I have had just about every SUV on the market. I was going to get the Q7 this time but just cannot justify the price and my local dealers customer service is lacking. This time, we tested the RX350L,( we have loved our current RX350 but need something bigger for our 2nd vehicle) Infiniti QX60 and the MDX. Our sales person at Lexus told us to test drive the MDX (LOL!) we went across the … street and it was love at first sight. We like all the features and tech, the sportiness of the exterior and the customer service was truly the best ever. For the first time, we actually enjoyed the process. Everyone was very professional, friendly and we didn't feel like we were being "sold". Shout out to Acura of Brookfield! I can't see us driving anything else.
Third MDX since 2014
David, San Francisco, CA, 01/10/2019
2019 Acura MDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
Have now purchased our 3rd MDX since 2014. Traded in our std 2014 MDX FWD Tech pkg on the new 2019. Had a 2016 SH-AWD Advance/Tech pkg and absolutely loved it but traded it for a Sierra Denali 4x4 truck only because I bought a big boat and needed something to tow it. Looked at all comparable SUV’s in this class including Lexus, Benz, BMW and Audi. We just keep coming back to the MDX. … Who cares about badging status on the hood? Spending over $55K on a vehicle is a significant decision for anyone. The MDX is better at fuel economy, doesn’t break, handles great, has plenty of room, rich in features & feel with a great ride and handling. We kept coming back to the 2019 MDX which we just bought after Christmas 2018. Love the comfort and features of the second row buckets with very practical and usable center console. We are very pleased and experienced owners of Acura products. My son also drives an Acura. He has a TSX and it’s simply a lot of car for the money. Again very low maintenance costs, no breakdowns, fantastic fuel economy with a pleasure to drive in town and highway feel.
Overpriced , low-res surround and backup cameras .
Mikey-blues, Bronx, NY, 01/07/2024
2019 Acura MDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
My 2019-2020 Acura MDX advance is actually disappointing... First the backup and surround cameras are very low resolution, considering the model year, 2019-2020.
The next disappointment is the acceleration from rest , the 3.5l v6 engine is, grossly underpowered and screams for mercy when a quick takeoff is required.
This vehicle was grossly misrepresented in tv advertisements... I want … my money back.
The cabin is not all quiet and low rumbling noise can often be heard from the undercarriage
The transmission is way smoother than the 2017 model year... still ,it is nothing special.
I also own a 2012 Honda Accord, EXl-3.5 L with 120,000 miles and it shifts and accelerates so smoothly - I often forget it not a luxury sport car... It is such a pleasure to drive.
Anyway, back to my 2019-20 MDX advance... I like the styling and design... I love that Honda honors their warranty and recalls.... This is very important!
The seats are very comfortable and space is plenty... The ride is comfortable and compliant.
I drive in sport mode to compensate for the anemic acceleration... Fuel consumption in sport mode is noticeable .
To summarize, I wanted quicker ,smoother and quieter acceleration from rest.
I also wanted surround and backup cameras with al least 1080P resolution.. not outdated resolution, Ike a smart phone from the early 2000's.
For the suggested selling price of this vehicle in 2019-2020 , This outdated resolution camera system was an insult to loyal customers.
Solid car
NY Ed, Brooklyn, NY, 09/02/2021
2019 Acura MDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (3.5L 6cyl 9A)
I own this car a year now.No problems at all.Handles great.Comfortable enough. I would have to say adaptive damping system is a must.Smooth quick responsive.All around a good car .But i wouldn’t be so quick to call this a luxury vehicle.It’s no Benz it’s a fancy Honda.For the price i would do it all again.No regrets at all. I love this car
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2019 Acura MDX SH-AWD SUV
What’s new
- Revised calibrations for transmission programming and engine stop-start system
- Advance package-equipped MDXs have continuously variable suspension dampers
- New A-Spec variant
- Part of the third MDX generation introduced for 2014
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Generous array of features and active driver aids for the money
- Pro:Optional SH-AWD system enhances handling and all-season traction
- Pro:Smooth and confident acceleration from the V6 engine
- Pro:Quiet, comfortable and spacious cabin
- Con:Cabin looks and feels less luxurious than those of some rivals
- Con:Adaptive cruise control can be slow to respond and abrupt when it does
- Con:Two-screen infotainment system is nonintuitive and difficult to control
Which MDX does Edmunds recommend?
We recommend the regular MDX over the hybrid version despite the latter's power and fuel economy advantage. The standard MDX is simply more responsive in day-to-day driving, and it has no shortage of power in its own right. If you like to drive with spirit, opt for the all-wheel drive because it enhances the agility of this three-row SUV. As for features, get the Advance package to help bolster the MDX's luxury SUV credentials.
Full Edmunds Review: 2019 Acura MDX SUV
Driving
8.0The 290-horsepower 3.5-liter V6, nine-speed automatic transmission and optional Super Handling All-Wheel Drive are key factors in making the MDX one of the most confident midsize SUVs to drive. It's not exciting, but it is effortlessly capable.
Comfort
8.0Comfortable seats and ample sound deadening are hard to fault. The ride is a little smoother and cushier than in last year's model. The climate controls are a little difficult to use as they are split awkwardly between hard keys and digital buttons.
Interior
7.5Spacious and versatile for the midsize luxury segment. Though its third row is tight, it's still more usable than most. We like the MDX's near-ideal driving position, but the two-screen display and transmission selector could be better. Note that the mechanically related Honda Pilot is even more practical.
Utility
9.0Convenience and efficiency play a big part in vehicle utility, and the Acura MDX capitalizes on the space it occupies. Total storage volume is spacious, and easy fold-flat seats make loading long cargo a breeze. Interior storage space is another area that was thoughtfully configured.
Technology
7.5The MDX's dual-screen setup certainly looks high-tech but isn't terribly intuitive, even after you've used it for a while. It's difficult to remember which screen contains which settings. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are present, but the knob controller is suboptimal.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2019 Acura MDX in Ohio is:
$64.75 per month*Legal