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2024 Acura MDX SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The 2024 Acura MDX is a seven-seat midsize SUV offered in six trim levels (although Acura calls them packages): MDX, Technology, A-Spec, Advance, Type S and Type S Advance. The base and Technology trims come with front-wheel drive and offer optional all-wheel drive. All other MDX trims come standard with AWD. Keep reading for our editorial breakdown of the MDX's key features and specs.

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
  • Power liftgate
  • Synthetic leather upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Reclining and sliding second-row seats with removable center seat
  • 12.3-inch central display with touchpad controller
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (both with wireless connectivity)
  • Nine-speaker audio system
  • Wireless charging pad
  • USB ports in the first and second rows

You also get AcuraWatch, a suite of advanced driver assist features that includes:

  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
  • Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
  • Lane keeping assistance (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)

Technology
Adds on:

  • 20-inch wheels
  • Leather upholstery
  • Navigation system
  • Customizable interior ambient lighting
  • 12-speaker ELS premium sound system
  • Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)

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

  • Unique styling and trim
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Unique flat-bottom steering wheel
  • Cabin intercom system (allows you to broadcast your voice to rear passengers using the speakers)
  • 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
  • Upgraded leather upholstery
  • Upgraded front seats with extra adjustability
  • Heated second-row outboard seats
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
  • Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the MDX and its surroundings for tight parking situations)

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)
  • Sport-tuned transmission and AWD settings
  • 21-inch wheels
  • Brembo front brakes
  • Unique styling and trim

Type S Advance
Combines Type S performance with Advance package features. Also includes:

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

Which MDX trim does Edmunds recommend?

We like the A-Spec not only for the extra flair of its stylish body kit but also for some of its extra features, such as ventilated front seats, premium audio system and sporty steering wheel. It also comes standard with all-wheel drive. The Type S is a sportier alternative, but the hefty premium over the standard MDX doesn't quite add up.

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Comparing average pricing near
Moss Point, MS
Vehicle
MDX Base
MDX Type S
Vehicle
Base
3.5L 6cyl 10A
Starting MSRP
$50,150
Avg Price Paid
$46,554
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1 for sale near you
Type S
3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A
Starting MSRP
$68,450
Avg Price Paid
$60,925
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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
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®
$63,900
$78,062
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.85
$1.04
Depreciation
$29,622
$36,270
Financing
$9,799
$12,737
Taxes & Fees
$2,542
$3,261
Fuel
$12,927
$14,954
Insurance
$4,575
$5,057
Maintenance
$3,678
$4,822
Repairs
$757
$961
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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
Performance Red Pearl
Platinum White Pearl
Fathom Blue Pearl
Majestic Black Pearl
Lunar Silver Metallic
Liquid Carbon Metallic
Performance Red Pearl
Platinum White Pearl
Majestic Black Pearl
Lunar Silver Metallic
Apex Blue Pearl
Tiger Eye Pearl
Liquid Carbon Metallic