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The 2014 Acura MDX can be said to be a mix-level package. It has a powerful engine which is quite swift in acceleration and would suffice you enough with its hauling power.
The Acura MDX now comes with a 3.5 Liter V6 engine coupled to a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The engine is now more refined than ever, having a great fuel economy which is assuredly going to bring a smile to your face. It now comes at an affordable package offering abundant luxury and comfort. A well-composed and premium interior along with a top-notch safety rating make it a car worth considering. The Acura MDX fights for supremacy over the likes of Mazda CX-9, Toyota Highlander, and the Audi Q5.
Priced at $42,290 the base trim or the 3.5 L is the best value for money deal. It has the exact same features and powertrain on offer as you will get to see on the higher end models with just some minor enhancements that will be added for the packages on offer. So we recommend you stick with the 3.5 L trim.
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The 2014 Acura MDX can be said to be a mix-level package. It has a powerful engine which is quite swift in acceleration and would suffice you enough with its hauling power.
The Acura MDX now comes with a 3.5 Liter V6 engine coupled to a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The engine is now more refined than ever, having a great fuel economy which is assuredly going to bring a smile to your face. It now comes at an affordable package offering abundant luxury and comfort. A well-composed and premium interior along with a top-notch safety rating make it a car worth considering. The Acura MDX fights for supremacy over the likes of Mazda CX-9, Toyota Highlander, and the Audi Q5.
The 2014 Acura MDX comes with 4 trims, namely 3.5 L, 3.5 L with Technology Package, 3.5 L with Technology and Entertainment Package, and 3.5 L with Advance and Entertainment package. Though they are diversified as trims it would be better to call them options. All the trims come with the exact same powertrain and drivetrain features with just an additional increase in features according to the package you are willing to take.
Trim |
3.5L |
3.5L with Technology Package |
3.5L with Technology and Entertainment Package |
3.5L with Advance & Entertainment Package |
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MSRP |
$42,290 |
$46,565 |
$48,565 |
$54,505 |
Key-features |
Bluetooth |
Same as 3.5L |
Same as 3.5L |
Same as 3.5L |
Satellite Radio |
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Smart Device Integration |
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Multi-zone A/C |
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Climate Control |
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Steering Wheel controls |
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Keyless Start |
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Rear A/C |
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Priced at $42,290 the base trim or the 3.5 L is the best value for money deal. It has the exact same features and powertrain on offer as you will get to see on the higher end models with just some minor enhancements that will be added for the packages on offer. So we recommend you stick with the 3.5 L trim.
The 2014 Acura MDX is powered by a 3.5 Liter V6 engine churning out 290 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque. The power plant is coupled with a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission that knows its job quite well. Along with that, it comes with a front-wheel-drive layout indicating that the engine propels the front wheels only.
Model |
Acura MDX 3.5L |
Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring |
Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum |
Audi Q5 Premium Quattro 2.0T |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$42,290 |
$35,035 |
$42,130 |
$37,300 |
Engine |
3.5 Liter V6 |
3.7 Liter V6 |
3.5 Liter V6 |
2.0 Liter Inline 4 |
Drivetrain |
Front-Wheel-Drive |
Front-Wheel-Drive |
Front-Wheel-Drive |
All-Wheel-Drive |
Transmission |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
8-speed shiftable automatic |
Power |
290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
273 hp @ 6250 rpm |
270 hp @ 6200 rpm |
220 hp @ 4450 rpm |
Torque |
267 ft-lbs. @ 4500 rpm |
270 ft-lbs. @ 4250 rpm |
248 ft-lbs. @ 4700 rpm |
258 ft-lbs. @ 1500 rpm |
Top Speed(mph) |
145 mph |
128 mph |
N/A |
147 mph |
Though the Acura comes with a V6 engine it does not feature either a rear-wheel drive or an all-wheel-drive. However, the Acura is the most power in the segment in terms of the engine output it has on offer. The Audi Q5 comes with a 2.0-liter engine but surprisingly it features an all-wheel-drive setup which all the rivals miss out on.
The 2014 Acura MDX has a fuel efficiency of 20 mpg in the city, 28 mpg on the highway, and 23 mpg combined. The V6 engine performs well above average for the most part. The Audi having a 2.0-liter engine and an all-wheel-drive drivetrain delivers the same economy which the Acura delivers.
Model |
Acura MDX 3.5L |
Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring |
Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum |
Audi Q5 Premium Quattro 2.0T |
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MPG (City) (mpg) |
20 |
17 |
19 |
20 |
MPG (Highway) (mpg) |
28 |
24 |
25 |
28 |
MPG (Combined) (mpg) |
23 |
19 |
21 |
23 |
Fuel Capacity (gallon) |
19.5 gal |
20.1 gal |
19.2 gal |
19.8 gal |
Range (City/Hwy) |
390/546 |
342/482 |
365/480 |
396/554 |
Here, the Mazda CX-9 is quite an oil burner as it offers the least efficiency with a V6 engine. If there was an award for the most fuel engine, it would be the Acura. The Audi comes second in line followed by the Toyota Highlander.
The Acura MDX has the capacity to seat 7 passengers in total. Talking about the interior, it comes with leather upholstery as standard. The seats come with heated and power-adjustable functionality which eases out the job.
As far as comfortability is concerned, the front seats have them however, you might have to struggle a little bit seating in both the rear rows of seats.
Model |
Acura MDX 3.5L |
Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring |
Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum |
Audi Q5 Premium Quattro 2.0T |
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Seating Capacity |
7 |
7 |
7 |
5 |
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
38.1/61.0/41.5 |
39.6/59.4/40.9 |
39.8/59.3/44.2 |
39.4/57.7/41.0 |
Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
38.5/59.1/36.5 |
39.0/58.7/39.8 |
37.8/59.6/38.4 |
39.0/56.4/37.4 |
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft) |
14.8 cu-ft |
17.2 cu-ft |
13.6 cu-ft |
29.1 cu-ft |
The third row is not at all comfortable and is targeted towards teens or children. Adults will struggle to get a comfortable seating position in the third row of seats. The Acura MDX’s cabin is silent and the quality of materials is premium. Some of the interior features include:
The Acura MDX comes with a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen interface that houses an enhanced voice recognition system. A navigation system is also present where you can look up the destination by using a central control dial.
It has been a step up from the last year’s model with a lot of pretty enhancements. Some of the infotainment features present on the Acura MDX are:
The exterior design has been fully revamped for the Acura MDX. It now includes a greater fuel economy and the car is now so designed that it remains free of exterior noise.
It rolls on 18-inch wheels and has LED headlamps. Heated mirrors, a power liftgate, and a sunroof are other exterior features.
Model |
Acura MDX 3.5L |
Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring |
Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum |
Audi Q5 Premium Quattro 2.0T |
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Curb Weight (lbs) |
4025 lb. |
4323 lb. |
4354 lb. |
4079 lb. |
Length (in.) |
193.6 in. |
200.6 in. |
191.1 in. |
182.6 in. |
Width (in.) |
N/A |
76.2 in. |
75.8 in. |
74.7 in. |
Height (in.) |
67.6 in. |
68.0 in. |
70.1 in. |
65.2 in. |
Ground Clearance (in.) |
N/A |
8.0 in. |
8.0 in. |
7.9 in. |
Wheelbase (in.) |
111.0 in. |
113.2 in. |
109.8 in. |
110.5 in. |
When being compared the Toyota Highlander has the highest curb weight. The Mazda CX-9 comes second, followed by the Audi and the Acura. It is surprising to see that in spite of being equipped with all the luxury features the Acura MDX is quite lightweight in comparison to others. Some of the exterior features include:
Talking about safety the new Acura MDX has very high safety ratings. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) has conducted a crash-test on the car and the Acura has earned an overall top rating of 5-stars. Even the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety(IIHS) has awarded it with a ‘Top Safety Pick+’ award. Some of the important safety features that come equipped with the car are:
The 2014 Acura MDX can be said to be a mix-level package. It has a powerful engine which is quite swift in acceleration and would suffice you enough with its hauling power. Plus it has a nice and well-built interior which provides a comfortable seating position. Even the cabin is well insulated from exterior noise to provide a greater ride comfort. Additionally, it has a great fuel economy and high on safety.