The MDX rides on standard 18s, but opting for either Technology or Advance packages subs 20 - inch wheels on each corner.
We do know that the Acura
MDX rides a little more firmly than some competing crossovers on the highway and around town, but most owners likely won't find it objectionable.
The 2014
MDX rides on an all - new platform, which is a departure from the previous two generations that used a version of Honda's Global Light Truck Platform.
The first generation 2001 - 2007
MDX rides firm, and other than some transmission issues, is pretty reliable.
Not exact matches
A little louder
ride than the
MDX, but better gas mileage.
Coming home, we
rode along in what seemed like a herd of crossovers: the Acura
MDX, the BMW X5, the Ford Flex, and the GMC Acadia were among the more heavily represented.
There is a remote chance it could adopt a new platform, but if the new truck follows in the footsteps of the first, expect it to instead
ride on a modified version of the unibody architecture that underpins Honda's midsize utilities, including the new 2014 Acura
MDX and the forthcoming third - generation Honda Pilot.
The vehicle provides plenty of room and has a better
ride than Q7, RX, RDX,
MDX, X3, Pilot and MB350 / 450.
After you have driven the 2016 Acura
MDX a bit the
ride is what you love most.
The
MDX's new Amplitude Reactive Dampers, MacPherson strut front suspension and new multi-link rear suspension enable its more nimble and responsive handling and improved
ride quality.
Both the Enclave and the
MDX come with plenty of features and provide a smooth and comfortable
ride, which is expected in this class.
Adaptive dampers help keep the
MDX Sport Hybrid level in the turns, but also contribute to a more comfortable
ride for everyday driving.
The 2016 Acura
MDX, one of the most popular premium SUVs in its class,
rides on a recently redesigned platform that provides plenty of cabin space, which Acura has maximized with a ton of thoughtful luxury features.
It's worth noting that the Acura
MDX, which
rides on the same platform as the Pilot and has a more powerful version of its 3.5 - liter V6, has a $ 44,000 starting price.
There's only an additional half - inch of hip room on the Pilot's third seat beyond that offered by the
MDX (but 3.6 inches more than a seven - passenger Ford Explorer, a key competitor), so don't expect even three toddlers sentenced to
riding back there to report limousine - like comfort.
We tested the»03 Pilot EX, which
rides and handles more like a Honda Accord sedan than a cousin to the
MDX sport ute.
The 2016 Acura
MDX offers reasonable access to its third row seats and delivers a comfortable, quiet
ride.
Acura assumes that an
MDX customer might appreciate comparatively nimble handling, even at the very minor cost of a slightly stiffer
ride.
Generally though, the
MDX runs quiet and smooth, the suspension giving it a comfortable, competent
ride.
The
MDX earns high marks for its
ride and handling and has been refreshed for 2017, with updated styling along with standard AcuraWatch safety technology suite on all models.
Acura dumped the magnetic
ride suspension from its previous - generation
MDX, using a mechanically adaptive system which isn't quite as good.
It's a small but telling point about the redesigned Acura
MDX: Like a lot of premium vehicles with adjustable suspensions, the
MDX has a button that offers a softer
ride in the «comfort» setting and a slightly harsher, firmer
ride in the «sport» setting.
Helping the
MDX's agility is an active magnetic suspension that is able to adjust the dampening characteristics of the SUV's suspension many times per second in order to provide the highest - quality
ride.
The 2014
MDX Prototype features a longer wheelbase that enhances
ride quality, increases second - row legroom, and improves third - row seat access.
I tested
ride MDX, 4Runner Limited and Nissan and Infiniti, I was not impress with those SUV.
Additionally, guests will have an opportunity to experience the refreshed 2017 Acura
MDX via a
ride and drive event at The Quail Lodge & Golf Club.
Suspension tuning is about right, providing a smooth enough
ride quality, while also being firm enough to keep the
MDX from feeling sloppy in corners.
We drove the new 2014 Acura
MDX a few weeks ago, liking it for its sporty
ride and ample availability of power.
The
MDX takes corners decently, displaying some roll but remaining surefooted, while the
ride over bumps is smoothed out well.
On the highway and around town, the
MDX does
ride a little more firmly than some competing crossovers, but we don't think owners will really find it objectionable.
We give the
MDX a point above average for a glassy
ride — even on optional 20 - inch tires.