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Acura MDX 2007
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My big concern with the SUV is the performance/sport nature being pushed by Acura. This can be seen in the advertising and the available option packages. I just hope that the road noise is low. This drove me away from the BMW X5.
As for the current option packages being advertised on the Acura website, I like the tech package. It has many features I'm looking for. I don't care for the sport package. Odd how they included upgraded seating with this package. Appeared to be main selling point. The Rear Entertainment System (RES) package is a maybe with me. It has the power lift gate feature included with the RES.
If the price of the SUV comes in under 50K with the tech and res packages, I'll most likely will purchase. If its above that will weigh other options (Q7, A4 advent, Lexus models, XC 90)
Agreed.
He tested a sport model, and didn't have exact $$$ info.
The main selling point with the sport package is the magnetic adaptive suspension. I suspect the upgraded leather is included as it may be "grippier" than the standard stuff, but that remains to be seen.
I may be bitter toward Audi, but I have very good reason after 3 1/2 months of screwing around with this lemon car I have. We actually are looking into perusing the lemon law (we can at this point), but I think it will take too much time and energy, which I do not have at this point. I know it is giving up the fight with Audi by just trading the car in, but I cannot take it anymore.
I, too, have been looking for a car-like suv, and it seems I'm in the crossover division as the media now calls it. Apparently a segment of car/suv's that is selling very well, as the big suvs are not.
The MB GL looks wonderful, except for the price. I haven't driven a Q7 yet, but that seems pricey as well. The lexus RX is too small and the GX and LX are trucks. The Ford Edge is coming out soon, but not sure if I'm brave enough for a Ford!
Too many choices or not enough choices?
All you could ever want to know about the MDX except at 6'2" will I have enough legroom in the driver's seat?
Also, in a "luxury" vehicle, wouldn't it have been nice if Acura provided power lumbar support for the front passenger?
And why no power liftgate available except with the entertainment package? This should be available across the board, IMO.
Hate it when they package everything up for redesigns: I was looking at the new Passat wagon which has been redesigned, and options that were available in the older wagon were now either part of a very expensive package, or not available at all. But the second year model will have many of these options available separately or in less expensive packages. So first year buyers pay more for things they don't want/need.
Over $50k for a MDX will be hard to swallow. I don't think quality differences between, say, a loaded Highlander (or Pilot) that sells in the mid 30's are high enough to justify this $15k premium. But it is a nice looking CUV!
That narrowed my search to Volvo XC 90 V8, Lexus RX, and the MDX. These were picked because I had to have a fold flat third row seat and a medium size cargo area. As it stands right now the Lexus and the MDX are the leading canidates. Signed up for a test drive (September/October) of the MDX at the local dealership this weekend.
Other SUV's coming next year are the Audi Q5, Ford Edge/MKX, and the buick enclave. If the MDX is priced in the low 50's might wait to look at these other SUV's.
Already don't like MDX option packages!
Nice package; might be best of the premium SUV lot
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The article in the Automotive News last sentence did say: The skinny: The 2007 MDX comes to the table with good looks, lots of power and safety...
Everything you want to know about the new MDX with great high resolution photos.
The MDX looks very impressive from photos. I also received the brochure. Went to the local dealership this weekend but they would not give out any additional information.
What do folks think will happen here with the new MDX? Midlife, it had some very attractive lease options, and wonder how long it will take to see them again, once the early demand gets filled and some vehicles start sitting on the lot awhile.
Thanks in advance.
Article was positive...but did say steering needed refinement at low speeds. However, ended article by saying should test drive if looking in the 40K-60K price range.
Oops that always happens to me when I link something in a forum that I have never visited before. I seem to never learn my lesson :surprise:
Now HP I hope you dont mind me asking but what the hell are you doing in this forum? I never knew you were a SUV/Crossover follower?
If you look back, you will see at least one other poster you will recognize.
I must admit I am intrigued by the new MDX press and photos.
My wife and I may be hitting the road a bit more now that we are retired and the new MDX could just fit the bill-enough driveability to keep me happy with plenty of room for my road bike.
I am glad to see a couple of Germancarfans from the HELM forum take an interest in anything from Japan!
Yes. This is one that has piqued my interest.
I am looking forward to driving one this fall.
I especially like the real traffic updates through the nav.
This should now be the premium mid-sized SUV to be reckoned with.
Please dont mix me up with the MDX natives in this forum. I am here as an accidental tourist. I accidentally pressed my mouse a few times and somehow I found myself here.
I'm certain we'll be seeing minor changes to the packages over the years, but those changes will certainly be minor.
Really, the only thing that's completely new is the MR suspension. The SH-AWD system is a upgraded variant of the VTM-4 system that has been in the MDX since 2001. The transmission appears to be a lightly modified version of the current transmission. VSA has been around for at least a decade. The engine is actually less complex than the 4 cyl powerplant used in the Acura TSX and has far fewer parts to worry about than the turbo engines in many other vehicles.
As an example, the RDX has a 10-way power seat for the driver, but not for the passenger. People seem to think that will change next year or so to draw in more buyers who really, really want power seats everywhere...! It was an odd detail to omit, seeing as Acura is trying to go premium.
But the RDX does offer power lumbar support...are we sure the MDX does not?
I would put the MDX competition as: BMW X5, Porch. Cheyn., MB M series, Infin. FX, and possibly Lexus RX.
As for maintenance, I guess the fluid will have to be replaced every so often or replace the whole damper?
Actually why I'm interested in this, is that I'm questioning how useful the dampers are in everyday driving and the extra expense of the sport option package. I would possibly like the upgraded leather seating and auto-leveling lights, but I'm not so sure about the usefulness of the MR dampers. Have to wait for test drive...
You're other question about the auto start feature is addressed I believe in the RL reviews.