Acura has updated its MDX for the 2010 model year, with a number of styling, performance, and technology updates to keep it fresh against its rivals. The big SUV keeps its versatile seven-passenger, three-row layout but sports a new exterior look, a revised powertrain, several chassis refinements, more comfort features and a longer standard equipment list.
The MDX may not be the sharpest tool in the shed, especially when it comes to off-roading, but it’s still an entertaining vehicle to drive and, despite some odd exclusions on the features list, a supremely confident family vehicle with an excellent safety record. Pricing starts at roughly $43,000 and stretches beyond $50,000 for fully loaded versions. TheCarConnection.com accepted travel expenses to an Acura-sponsored event to produce this hands-on road test.
Visually, the seven-passenger 2010 MDX receives more aggressive styling in the form of new front and rear bodywork, a new front grille and numerous new trim...
| AWD 4dr (5) | MSRP | Invoice | MPG City | MPG Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD 4dr Specs | $42,230 | $38,776 | 16 | 21 |
| AWD 4dr Technology Pkg Specs | $45,905 | $42,108 | 16 | 21 |
| AWD 4dr Advance Pkg Specs | $51,855 | $47,504 | 16 | 21 |
| AWD 4dr Technology/Entertainment Pkg Specs | $47,805 | $43,831 | 16 | 21 |
| AWD 4dr Advance/Entertainment Pkg Specs | $53,755 | $49,227 | 16 | 21 |
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