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Acura MDX 2007
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-outside temp gage can only be seen by the driver
-wish I had the upgraded sound system (base version has very poor sound)
-Eats gas
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What base version?
For you info, I have an RLS with the SHAWD and with its stock tires (which are only average for snow) this car and AWD system handle incredibly in snow (I drive in Mammoth Mountain in feet of snow without problems).
Thanks for letting us know and lets hear from others who have these tires and how the MDX performs with them on snow.
Anyone heard from Acura on a solution to this?
Does anyone know if all '06 MDX's have a 3rd row seat? We are looking at a Touring/NAV/RES. I can buy the '06 leftover pretty cheap but probably will regret not waiting a few months for the '07 to drop a little in price.
Also in Canada we have 2 less exterior colours and 2 interior. I don't know why, or rather I know.
The 04 is my 2nd .I had 01 also and had no problems at all
Great SUV, Hope the new design is great also.
Thanks
-Wind & road noise through the doors (especially on wet pavement)
-steering straight is a chore, constantly pulls to the right and I have to fight it.
-Drivers seat has a seam in a bad place which makes it very uncomfortable after a while.
-a rattle coming from the dash somewhere????
1) acceleration is leisurely but "sufficient" by any standards.
2) Engine is free-revving allowing you to tap the horsepower and torque "juicy spots" quickly
3) There is a considerable difference between the Comfort and Sport Modes. When you get to rough road sections, you will appreciate the Comfort mode. It is superb.
4) Handling is very very good for an SUV. The MDX uses the SH-AWD technology to accomplish what BMW uses excellent chassis tuning to achieve. It is commendable for an SUV
5) Exceptional high speed stability. This is where the 300 hp shines. Forget about the leisurely acceleration. When this beast gathers momentum, there is nothing holding it back
6) The MDX is one of few modern engines that makes 300 hp at or below 6000 rpm.
7) Peak torque is at 5000 rpm or so, but 95% of the torque is actually available at 3000 rpm or so
8) MDX does not look like a serious 7-seater transportation to me. But the 3rd row is still better than most I have seen in most SUVs.
9) Cluster of buttons on the dash does not look bad on the Sport Package. As you live with the car, you find it more enjoyable.
10) The 2007 MDX represents an exceptional value in the SUV market today. The Sport package is highly recommdended. The perforated leather seats actually look better than the base. IMO I prefer the Sport Wheels too.
11) You can't go wrong with the 07 MDX.
12) I am still going thro a Decision Analysis to determine if I should trade in my Infinity M35 or wait a while. Both vehicles are very close in driving dynamics (kudos to the SH-AWD and Honda/Acura's good steering weigthing and feedback). The other pluses on the MDX include the extra ground clearance, SH-AWD and the plus-2 seats for my family of 6.
Is anyone out there that knows the difference between the 18 and 19" wheels? (I know 1") Would you sit higher ? Ride will be different? or no noticeable difference. Thanks
Let me know what I need to do . It looks quite good with this interior.
Thanks !
Ron
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MDX Aspen Pearl / Bordeaux
looks nice
Rocky
There is an article around Thanksgiving where they took out a black MDX with bordeaux interior. I thought the interior was stunning from the pics.
That said, I won't call 8.1s disappointing at all. That used to be "fast midsize sedan" territory just a few years ago. With similar power to weight ratio, that isn't surprising at all. By comparison, Edmunds tested Audi Q7 V8 (that is rated at 350 HP) doing 0-60 in 8.3s.
If the GX is just for carrying 4 or fewer adults, it's a fine vehicle.
I got those numbers from the two articles located here on Edmunds site. One was labelled Full Test and the other was Test Drive. One article claims 8.0 (0-to-60) and the other claims 8.1! That's the only sources that I have for the 2007 MDX. I am not saying Edmunds right, I am saying that the numbers don't add up. My F150 is over 1000lbs heavier and shouldn't get anywhere close to the times of an MDX!
"The last time we tested an MDX was way back in 2003 when it was rated at just 240 hp. Even then, the MDX ran to 60 mph in about 8 seconds and we suspect the 2007 MDX will easily eclipse that modest performance." (Note the "about").
The Full Test: 2007 Acura MDX story does say 8.1:
"It's in the middle and upper ends of the rev range where the smooth six pulls with enthusiasm, running the truck from zero to 60 mph in 8.1 seconds on its way to a quarter-mile in 16 seconds at 88.9 mph." (Note that it apparently didn't "easily eclipse that modest performance").
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Assuming that you have 4WD/Supercab with 5.4/V8, the difference in curb weight is 700 lb. The additional weight, and only slightly higher peak horsepower (305 HP compared to 300 HP) is reflected in the difference in 0-60 run.
8.1s time for 0-60 isn't really "close" to a run in 8.9s. It can be considered substantial. And then you can throw in the number that C&D got from the MDX (7.3s in 0-60).
Karl
The F150 4x4 weighs about 5500 lbs, the MDX 4575. That's about 1000 lbs. The number that C & D reported for the MDX sounds right (7.3)! 8.1 does not sound right! That's my point..period! I am not comparing my truck to the MDX,it was an easy example! Re-read my initial message and you will see that I am questioning how Edmunds got 8.1!! I am seriously looking at buying a MDX and was wondering if anyone else thought that number sounded a bit slow!
Yes, I think the Edmunds number is a bit slow. I think when we get more data to compare, we'll probably find the MDX runs an average of 7.5 seconds or so.
Lightening fast? No. But I don't think the MDX was meant to be a drag racer. Acura was going for canyon carver with this machine. Get it going and throw it into turns. That's where they hope people will find the fun. The engine is just there so you can go from one corner to the next with as little time wasted as possible. And the reviews do suggest that it's plenty fast once you get it off the line.
Whether that sort of thing appeals to you is the question.
p.s. MT publishes the single best time for a vehicle. They might get runs of 10.1, 9.5, and 8.5, but the one they publish is 8.5 seconds.
Naturally I can't find the durn article now.