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Acura MDX IV (facelift 2024) Type S 3.0 V6 (355 Hp) SH-AWD 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 480 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2166 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
Type S 3.0 V6 (355 Hp) SH-AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The Type S's turbocharged 3.0L V6 delivers a significant boost in power, offering exhilarating acceleration and a more dynamic driving experience, especially with SH-AWD.
Fuel Economy
With 12.4 l/100 km combined, fuel economy is expectedly lower than the standard V6, reflecting its performance-oriented nature. Premium fuel is recommended.
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): | Type S 3.0 V6 (355 Hp) SH-AWD 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: | 355 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 118.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 480 Nm @ 1400-5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | J30AC [Same engine] More details about the engine J30AC |
| Engine displacement: | 2997 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-scroll turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 10.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV70 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.1 kg/Hp, 163.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 221.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2166 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2690 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 462 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2268 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): | 170-239 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.3 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 363 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 | 275/40 R21 |
| Wheel rims size | 9.5J x 21 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Air suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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