No pricing data available at this time. Our Opinion - 2025 Acura MDX Review The mid-size crossover 2025 MDX has a luxurious cabin and a sporty look that makes it fun to drive. However, cars like the Volvo XC90, Mercedes-Benz GLE-class, and Genesis GV80 are more fancy. On the other hand, most models offer a taste of the good life compared to their more famous sibling, the Honda Pilot. This provides sufficient reason to support the higher price. The first and second rows of the MDX are comfortable and well-equipped for people, but the third row is only good for kids. The MDX is more fun to drive than many other luxury SUVs because it handles well, and the driver’s seat is the best in the house. The more sporty Type S has a twin-turbo V-6 engine that makes 355 horsepower, while most cars have a 290-hp V-6. The Type S also has an air-spring suspension system that makes the already-nimble SUV even better to drive and provides a smooth ride when needed. If you don’t care about brand recognition, the MDX is a great all-around performer, and that’s also a good deal for the money. What's New? For 2025, Acura only made small changes to the MDX’s looks. The grille, wheels, and trunk all have a new mesh design. The annoying touchpad infotainment system in the MDX has been swapped out for a 12.3-inch tablet layout. There are now 16-way adjustable front seats with a stronger massage feature, and the center console has been changed. The extra ELS Studio stereo has been swapped out for a Bang & Olufsen system with 19 speakers. The entry-level model also gets two more speakers for its stereo. The Type S, which is the top of the line, has 31 speakers and a Bang & Olufsen sound system. Acura says that new toughened rear window glass and better sound insulation have helped to lower noise inside the car. All models now come with a system that reminds you to fasten your seatbelt in the back, and Acura has improved the MDX’s driver-assistance technology to make these features work better. Pros and Cons Pros At last, it comes with a touchscreen! Standard 3-row seating for added comfort. A refreshed and modernized center console. Cons Type S doesn’t live up to its expected speed. The driving range falls short. There are no updates to the powertrain. Engine, Transmission, and Performance The base MDX has a 3.5-liter V-6 engine that makes 290 horsepower and an automatic transmission with ten speeds. You can get all-wheel drive, but front-wheel drive is normal. The more sporty Type S type comes with all-wheel drive as standard. It has a 3.0-liter V-6 turbocharged engine that makes 355 horsepower. When we drove the 2025 model, we noticed a few changes between it and the last one. This is because the engines and suspensions were the same. During a recent test drive, an all-wheel-drive Advance model with the basic engine handled surprisingly well and sped up quickly. When we tried the Type S, we liked how agile it felt on the road and how much more power it had, but we needed to find out if it had earned the Type S name. Safety All MDX models come with blind-spot tracking, lane-change assist, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and other features that help the driver. The following are important safety features: Most automatic emergency braking systems can detect who is on the road. Includes standard lane departure warning and lane-keeping assistance. It comes with adaptive speed control. Internal and External Cargo Capacity When it comes to high-end trims with open-pore wood, metal, and piano-black details, as well as stitched leather on the dashboard, the MDX cabin looks and feels very luxurious. Acura has also added a lot of nice features to the MDX, like heated front seats, leather upholstery, and automatic temperature control for two separate areas. The front seats are supportive and comfy, and they can be massaged and adjusted in 16 different ways. The first and second rows have plenty of space for people, but the third row on the MDX is still only for kids. The inside is well-designed and has a lot of useful features, but it’s less fancy than the Volvo XC90 and Genesis GV80, which have seats that look almost like works of art. Fuel Economy and Actual MPG According to the EPA, the Type S gets 17 mpg in the city and 21 mpg on the highway. The regular MDX gets 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. Our all-wheel-drive A-Spec test car got just 22 mpg on our highway fuel-economy route, going 75 mph. With 23 mpg, the Type S model did a little better. Infotainment and Connectivity The 2025 MDX has a big 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display and a digital 12.3-inch gauge display that can be changed. As standard, there is a wireless charging pad for smartphones, a Wi-Fi hotspot, mapping in the dash, and support for both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The sound system comes with 11 speakers as standard. For the Technology, A-Spec, and Advance trims, Bang & Olufsen customizes the 19-speaker system. Plus, the Type S type comes with a Bang & Olufsen stereo. It has 31 speakers. Range, Charging, and Battery Life On our test run, the Type S reached 60 mph in 5.5 seconds, faster than the standard model’s 6.4 seconds. Price and How to Choose We’re interested in the Type S because of its speed goals as car fans. But we suggest the Technology trim for people who want a well-equipped luxury SUV but only need a little sporty style. It has a 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen music system, adjustable ambient lighting inside, leather seats with contrast stitching, and a number of driver-assistance features.
