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Used 2023 Acura MDX SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2023 Acura MDX is a seven-seat midsize SUV offered in six trim levels (also referred to as packages): MDX, Technology, A-Spec, Advance, Type S and Type S Advance. The base and Technology trims come standard with front-wheel drive and offer all-wheel drive as an option. All other MDX trims come standard with AWD. Standard feature highlights include:

MDX
Starts you off with:

  • 3.5-liter V6 (290 horsepower, 267 lb-ft of torque)
  • 10-speed automatic transmission
  • 19-inch wheels
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Simulated leather upholstery
  • Tri-zone climate control
  • Heated front seats
  • Reclining and sliding second-row seats with removable center seat
  • Digital gauge cluster display
  • 12.3-inch central display with touchpad controller
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
  • Nine-speaker audio system
  • Wireless charging pad
  • Wi-Fi hotspot
  • USB ports in the first and second rows

You also get AcuraWatch, a suite of advanced safety features that bundles:

  • Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Lane keeping assist (steers the MDX back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the MDX and the car in front)
  • Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)

Technology
Adds on:

  • 20-inch wheels
  • Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
  • Power-folding mirrors
  • GPS-linked climate control
  • Passenger-seat memory controls
  • Leather upholstery
  • Rear window sunshades
  • Customizable interior ambient lighting
  • Navigation system
  • 12-speaker ELS sound system

A-Spec
Builds on top of the Technology package with a sportier look plus:

  • Unique flat-bottom steering wheel
  • Cabin intercom system (allows you to broadcast your voice to rear passengers using the speakers)
  • Ventilated front seats
  • 16-speaker ELS premium audio system

Advance
Adds to the A-Spec's equipment (not counting the unique features) with:

  • Roof rails
  • Hands-free liftgate
  • Adaptive suspension dampers (adjust to enhance handling and ride comfort)
  • Remote engine start
  • Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the MDX and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
  • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
  • Upgraded front seats with leather upholstery
  • Heated outboard second-row seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Second-row household-style power outlet
  • Third-row USB ports

Type S
This sport-oriented MDX is equipped similarly to the A-Spec but with:

  • Turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 (355 hp, 354 lb-ft)
  • Sport-tuned adaptive air suspension (adjusts to enhance handling, ride comfort and ride height)
  • Transmission and AWD system tuned for sportier performance
  • 21-inch wheels
  • Brembo front brakes
  • Type S-specific front-end styling

Type S Advance
Combines the extra performance of the Type S with the features of the Advance trim. It also has:

  • 25-speaker ELS Studio sound system
  • Upgraded front seats with massage

Which MDX trim does Edmunds recommend?

We suggest going with the A-Spec. Not only does its sporty body kit give the MDX much-needed flair, but the ventilated front seats are a near must-have for a luxury SUV. It's also the least expensive way to get the MDX's premium sound system. We like the all-around appeal of the Type S, but its value is dubious relative to the regular MDX.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Windermere, FL
Vehicle
MDX Base
MDX Type S
Vehicle
Base
3.5L 6cyl 10A
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Type S
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A
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Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
standard
Parking assistance
Not Available
standard
Upholstery
leatherette
premium leather/sueded microfiber
Heated seats
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not Available
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
Sunroof
standard
standard
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Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
all wheel drive
Engine power
290 hp @ 6,200 rpm
355 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Engine torque
267 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm
354 lb-ft @ 1,400 rpm
Engine displacement
3.5 l
3.0 l
Engine configuration
v6
v6
Transmission
10-speed shiftable automatic
10-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
255/55R19
275/40R21
Wheel size
19 X 8.5-in
21 X 9.5-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
19 / 26 / 22 MPG
17 / 21 / 19 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
18.5 gal.
18.5 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
352 / 481 miles
315 / 389 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
40.5 ft.
40.5 ft.
Curb weight
4,271 lb.
4,741 lb.
Ground Clearance
7.3 in.
6.7 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
78.4 in.
78.4 in.
Height
67.1 in.
67.1 in.
Length
198.4 in.
198.4 in.
Wheelbase
113.8 in.
113.8 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
18.1 cu. ft.
18.1 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
38.5 in.
38.5 in.
Front Leg Room
41.6 in.
41.6 in.
Front Shoulder Room
61.9 in.
61.9 in.
Rear Head Room
38.1 in.
38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room
38.5 in.
38.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
60.3 in.
60.3 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$54,491
$69,593
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.73
$0.93
Depreciation
$18,683
$26,133
Financing
$6,783
$9,166
Taxes & Fees
$2,926
$3,791
Fuel
$14,266
$16,505
Insurance
$4,034
$4,104
Maintenance
$5,779
$7,329
Repairs
$2,020
$2,565
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Colors

Colors

Interior
Ebony, leatherette
Parchment, leatherette
Orchid/Black, premium leather/sueded microfiber
Ebony, premium leather/sueded microfiber
Red, premium leather/sueded microfiber
Exterior
Liquid Carbon Metallic
Performance Red Pearl
Lunar Silver Metallic
Majestic Black Pearl
Platinum White Pearl
Fathom Blue Pearl
Liquid Carbon Metallic
Performance Red Pearl
Lunar Silver Metallic
Apex Blue Pearl
Majestic Black Pearl
Platinum White Pearl
Tiger Eye Pearl