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Acura MDX IV (facelift 2024) 3.5 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Acura MDX:
The Acura MDX is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by the Japanese automaker Honda under its luxury Acura division since 2000. The alphanumeric moniker stands for "Multi-Dimensional" luxury. It has ranked as the second-best selling mid-size luxury SUV after the Lexus RX in the U. S.
The MDX was introduced on October 5, 2000 as a 2001 model, replacing the slow-selling U. S. -only body-on-frame SLX, based on the Isuzu Trooper. In Japan, it was made to replace the Honda Horizon which was discontinued in 1999. In 2003, the vehicle went on sale in Japan and Australia as the Honda MDX; sales with Honda badges ended with the introduction of the second generation three years later....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV (facelift 2024) Overview:
Acura MDX (IV (facelift 2024)). With 362 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1943 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.5 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar to the SH-AWD variant, this 3.5L V6 provides ample power for most situations, with smooth shifts from the 10-speed automatic. Lacks the dynamic edge of AWD.
Fuel Economy
The most fuel-efficient option at 10.7 l/100 km combined, benefiting from the lighter drivetrain and reduced parasitic losses of front-wheel drive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and luxurious 7-seater interior
- • Refined V6 engine options, including a potent Type S
- • Sophisticated SH-AWD system for superior handling
- • High-quality materials and build
- • Strong reputation for reliability and safety
Cons:
- • Infotainment system can be polarizing (True Touchpad Interface)
- • Fuel economy, while respectable, isn't class-leading for all trims
- • Third-row space is tight for adults on long journeys
- • Premium pricing positions it against strong European rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(IV: 2022 - 2024).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Acura |
| Model: | MDX |
| Generation: | IV (facelift 2024) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (290 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | May, 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 290 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 83.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 362 Nm @ 4700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J35Y5 More details about the engine J35Y5 |
| Engine displacement: | 3471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC, i-VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV70 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1936-1951 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2690 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 462 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5039 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1999 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1704 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2891 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1720 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1720 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 185 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 330 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 255/55 R19; 255/50 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.5J x 19; 9J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
If you could change one thing about the Acura MDX, what would it be?