2016 Acura MDX Consumer Reviews
Review Summary
Most Helpful Reviews
Positive Review
I have owned 14 ACuras and Hondas through the years. I can confidently say this is the best Acura to date. It has only one "defect" a complicated audio/Navy system. Its not that its illogical but rather that it has so many capabilities and functions that setting everything up takes an evening or two, once that is surmounted it works great. Everything else on this vehicle is good to excellent, quietest Honda ever made, best Honda automatic transmission, excellent audio, powerful and superbly refined engine, excellent handling, smooth ride, good fuel economy, best headlights in the market, extraordinarily comfortable seats, improved interior space. Though the third row is still for kids, adults can not only fit in a pinch they can also climb back there without being a certified yogi! Without a doubt the benchmark of the midsize luxury SUV's.
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Critical Review
My two prior MDXs were great so I only did a short test drive of the 2016 AWD Tech...big mistake...I had too much faith in Acura. The new 9 speed transmission is a disaster giving short, noisy and lurching shifts from a stop...slow response to downshifting when slowing on a downhill using the paddle shifters. I could not get comfortable with the button gear shift. The two screens are hard to read in sunlight and the touch screen finger prints make it even worse. At 1900 miles I decided to trade it on a BMW X5 but the same dealer offered $12,600 less than the msrp on trade-in....so much for fair treatment of a repeat customer. If you look at this MDX do a weekend test and pay attention to the above.
2016 MDX Reviews
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Car is a pretty headache.
Car is a lemon.
Hi, I purchased this vehicle used about a year ago. At 128,000 miles I replaced the transmission. At 134,000 I now have to replace the motor. This car is my wife's daily driver. We occasionally take vacations in it also. I haven't even bought new tires since I purchased it. Acura dropped the ball on these cars. I will not rest till every one challenges the reliability of these cars.
Solid, safe, reliable
Transmission hiccups
I love my 3rd Acura MDX…reliable…sound…secure..steady. Comfortable, high tech cabin, with nice amenities like heated/cooled seats, all safety bells and whistles, excellent sound system, Apple Car Play and more. Just can’t find a better value than this car, even among all the vaunted German contenders, the beautiful Korean entrants, the also-ran American tanks and others. The MDX is a sound luxury SUV…solid on the road, great cargo space, REGULAR fuel and decent MPG. In my area, the Acura dealers are experts…great service techs and convenient locations. I always hate to sell my MDXs…but have been thrilled with the next generation’s upgrades. Give the MDX a test drive…you might be pleasantly surprised.
pl provide kbb value because i want to trad the car and would to understand existing value of the cqr
Car is in good shape. Interior is very good. Exterior has normal wear and tear. Some small dings on front bumper. Infotainment system is very good
Have owned multiple MDX and the 2020 so far is my favorite. Technology package provides easy-to-use controls for CarPlay, navigation, and hands-free. I do wish it had a touchscreen and Bluetooth connectivity for carplay. Comfortable ride with sport, comfort modes depending on your preference. Never had any maintenance issues.
2 Recalls this year. First one took 2 months for it to get fixed. Second recall have been waiting 9 MONTHS with no ETA from Acura as to when parts will be available. This will likely be the last Acura as there isn't much communication and just keep saying "we don't know when the parts will be available".
clean title , clean seat , good engine ,good transmission , good paint , change new oil engine ,new transmission oil
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Ok news history suvs, nothing going about it
Old news SUVs with the V6 engine. Acura don't make these any more. So say good bye to your future resale value. Only an ignorant person would buy this thing right now for a higher price tag in this economy. These vehicles have no purpose. It's mainly for driving it around on pavement. It's not an off-road vehicle. It's just an overall priced junker in today's market. Newest vehicles 2024 are hybrid, to electric or a fuel mileage car. There's no more Acura MDX V6.
