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2025 Acura MDX

Price Range: $51,200 - $75,250

Acura MDX Reviews

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Wire harness/whiney noise/rough shift
2 out of 5 stars
Sarah, 06/17/2024
2025 Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD w/A-Spec and Advance Packages (3.5L 6cyl 10A)
This is our 3rd Acura MDX. We have had the wire harness replaced/“repaired” 3 different times so far. Every warning light on the dash was on and many extra and/or safety features would not work while the lights were on. Since the last replacement we haven’t had any lights on the dash come on. HOWEVER. We have the annoying whiney noise around 45-50 mph, our map is super glitchy and zooms … all the way out anytime navigation instructions are given- and the voice has glitched out a couple of times. Sounded like a CB radio giving instructions. We’ve had scraping noises in the wheel wells several times and were told it was pebbles or stones getting stuck (how?!), when my husband drives the car with his key (driver 2) and then I go to drive it (with my key- driver 1) it doesn’t reset to my key fob specifications. The only way I can “reset” it is to step outside the car lock it and then unlock it and start the car again. There have been several other really random, odd, and annoying small issues. This should not happen on any vehicle, but especially on a brand new vehicle! We are about ready to take it back and get a totally different brand. I’m an Acura girl. This is my forth Acura in my lifetime (first car was an Integra and then 3 MDX) and I am a loyal buyer, but I’m super disappointed and frustrated that the dealership looks at us like we’re idiots when we try to address the issues.
Great vehicle let down by abysmal build quality
2 out of 5 stars
Elliott90, 09/19/2024
2024 Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (3.5L 6cyl 10A)
Pros: The handling, styling, seats, stereo, safety scores, headlights, AWD system, engine. Value if you get lots of incentives. Four year warranty. Cons: The touchpad sucks with Apple CarPlay. With the Acura systems it is totally fine. The build quality is SO SO bad. Acura should be ashamed. I had to bring it back for misaligned trim and panels right after buying, and every time I … drive it there are new squeaks, creaks, and rattles from the interior. The heat shield was loose from the factory, I found a random seat bolt rolling around, a plastic panel they cracked and glued instead of installing a new piece, the rear window washer was installed misaligned, and I’ve been back four times to try to get a speaker in the top end sound system to stop rattling the cheaply built door panels. It sounds like a 10 year old car going over bumps and the ride can be very loud and stiff/harsh on bad pavement and sharp impacts. The wireless charger is basically useless. After one year the ac started to smell even though the car is parked inside and it has a rough idle after start they are telling me is all normal. Also the ac and vented seats cool just barely adequately. Gravel pieces get in the rear brakes and make a terrible squeal - there is a tsb for this. None of these are catastrophic failures but add up to make pretty negative impression of a new car. I’ve only had it 15 months. I figured buying the third model year after the redesign would mean less quality problems but boy was I wrong. I am so frustrated in the constant rattling and creaking of the interior I do not know if I will be able to keep it. I bought it to keep a long time like my last Acura but all the quality problems make me doubt that is a good idea. Make sure you do a long test drive with the exact vehicle you may be buying on rough roads with a keen ear and check all the panels and trim to make sure they are lined up right. If you find a good one or can put up with the poor quality it’s a great car. Make sure you get a good deal though, Acura seems to need incentives to move product now since their cars are second best to most competitors and so poorly built.
Be Wary
1 out of 5 stars
B Moore, 05/18/2025
2025 Acura MDX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A)
This is my first Acura (2025 MDX) and am extremely disappointed in this vehicle. Every time I drive it there are new squeaks, creaks, and rattles from the interior. There is movement between all the trim pieces in the dash and the rearview mirror. The noise when driving is so irritating. It feels like I’m driving a Kia. Actually, my friend’s Telluride has less interior noise. I’ve taken … it back twice for these issues and waiting for a call back to bring it in again. I assume this won’t qualify for the lemon law and I don’t see how the dealership will be able to address these issues. I’m afraid it’s just a poor quality build and I guess I’m just stuck with it. I don’t know how I’d ever be able to buy another Acura. I put a lot of time and research into buying this vehicle, so yeah, I’m beyond disappointed.
So far so good!
5 out of 5 stars
Alex, 09/24/2023
2024 Acura MDX 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (3.5L 6cyl 10A)
Driving and configuring my wife's new MDX… So far so good! Excellent finish and interior quality. The car feels solid and is very quiet inside. No rattles, no squeaks, the only abnormal sound I can hear is the jingling of the metal ring on the key fob laying in the door top pocket. Driving mode is easy to switch using large knob in the center console, no need to stop and drill into the … menu options like on new Lexus RX. Sport mode eliminates any feelings of insufficient engine power (at expense of the gas mileage, that's for sure), no jerking transmission then either. With about 4000 miles on it, transmission feels silky smooth. The sound system is excellent! The infotainment system with its touchpad is fine - no finger smudges on the screen. BTW, the screen panel quality is way better than the one on new Lexus RX. High contrast, deep black, and no way to get sun glare anywhere near. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto – all work like a charm. Default Acura's navigation is actually not that far behind, giving the choice of seamlessly switching between at least 3 navigation systems at any time during the driving (Acura's, Apple/Google Maps, or Waze in my very modest setup). Engine stop/start is annoying, but there is a way to control it with the brake pedal pressure – light pressure prevents engine from shutting down. Not sure what those rich folks with $60k+ cars are complaining about gas mileage. It's not a city commuter's car. I'm seeing 26-27 mpg cruising on the highway. It doesn't require premium fuel, that's additional 20% fuel economy for you. Driver assist features are all good and very usable. I only don't get why would Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) need to be that sensitive and require periodic "proof of presence", literally makes me shake the steering wheel a bit every several minutes. I hope Acura will relax this "rule" with the future software update, …please. So far, squeaking brakes were the only complaint to the service department. They replaced rear pads and the squeaking gone.
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Safety

Key safety features on the MDX include:

  • Back-up camera
  • Blind Spot Monitoring
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Alarm
  • Tire Pressure Warning
  • Stability Control
  • Pre-collision safety system
  • Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash RatingRating
Overall4 / 5
Driver4 / 5
Passenger4 / 5
Side Crash RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier RatingRating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsRating
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
RolloverRating
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover15.1%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Acceptable
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
Roof Strength TestNot Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested



FAQ

Is the Acura MDX a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 MDX both on the road and at the track, giving it a 6.8 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 MDX gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 47 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the MDX has 18.1 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Acura MDX. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Acura MDX?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Acura MDX:

  • Touchscreen infotainment system replaces trackpad interface
  • New Bang & Olufsen audio system
  • Updated driver assist systems
  • Part of the fourth MDX generation introduced for 2022
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Is the Acura MDX reliable?

To determine whether the Acura MDX is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the MDX. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the MDX's 3-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Acura MDX a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Acura MDX is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 MDX and gave it a 6.8 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 MDX gets an average rating of 3 stars out of 5 (based on 47 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 MDX is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Acura MDX?

The least-expensive 2025 Acura MDX is the 2025 Acura MDX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $51,200.

Other versions include:

  • 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A) which starts at $51,200
  • 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 10A) which starts at $53,400
  • 4dr SUV w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 10A) which starts at $56,600
  • 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 10A) which starts at $58,800
  • 4dr SUV AWD w/A-Spec Package (3.5L 6cyl 10A) which starts at $61,800
  • 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (3.5L 6cyl 10A) which starts at $66,300
  • 4dr SUV AWD w/A-Spec and Advance Packages (3.5L 6cyl 10A) which starts at $68,300
  • Type S 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $75,250
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What are the different models of Acura MDX?

If you're interested in the Acura MDX, the next question is, which MDX model is right for you? MDX variants include 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 10A), 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 10A), 4dr SUV w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 10A), and 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (3.5L 6cyl 10A). For a full list of MDX models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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