2025 Acura MDX -- Did Acura FIX Everything to Make This the BEST MDX Ever??

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Here's our Part One Review of the Refreshed 2025 Acura MDX Type S Advance!
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0:00 Intro
0:43 Detailed Exterior Walkaround
5:18 Interior Design & Technology
13:37 Rear Seats & Cargo
18:54 Powertrain
20:43 Pricing
21:40 Resale & Reliability
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@CarConfections 6 дней назад

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@mitchellshareratleast100su7 6 дней назад

Thank goodness Acura got rid of their trackpad and made their screen a touchscreen finally because not only the infotainment screen is easier to use but it also saves a little more storage space in the cabin

@83goobmoonlight 6 дней назад

The technology in the refreshed model is way easier than the previous 2022 models

@rahimi4762 6 дней назад

Ppl complained when they had dual touchscreens 10 years ago

@bbbt8090 6 дней назад

I dig the switch to the touch screen but I'm not feeling the new rims at all

@gonepostal9101 6 дней назад

@@rahimi4762I have a 2016 that I bought from a dead old guy’s estate (31,000mi. Lolol), and I like the dual touchscreens. Way better than that trackpad crap.

@user-lz1vh9yj8w 2 дня назад

@bbbt8090 good thing you can change those pretty easily

@lane5686 5 дней назад

They kept their V6 and gave us a bigger touchscreen infotainment system! Love how the MDX is still around for decades and continues to evolve around such vast competition nowadays ❤

@xxBlazinBobxx 6 дней назад

I like the improvements, but why would Acura keep the piano black on the dash and upper console? They have nice wood accents around the door handle I would have preferred that over the shiny black trim.

@hellkitty1014 6 дней назад

Yes, the open pore wood that Acura has used previously would be so nice in the cabin. The piano black plastic just cheapens an otherwise nice interior.

@frederickmiller5492 4 дня назад

not to mention there are some truly unique epoxy type materials that could have been used that are both durable and matte finished. Piano black is one of the worst car trends - ever.

@brianphillips5109 5 дней назад

Now they just need to get rid of the piano black trim.

@philipemekaorjiako5342 3 дня назад

agreed they should extend the open pore wood on the Type S and Advanced trims, and on the A spec they should extend the brushed aluminum or textured aluminum trim it will feel a lot more premium than the piano black plastic

@mattdude 6 дней назад

Eh, I don’t know. For a luxury brand I would have liked to see more features for the rear seats. A Hyundai palisade should not have more luxury features than an Acura mdx, and for $20k more.

@Mansa_Musa. 5 дней назад

Exactly... love Acura but they're very overpriced for what you get. Yes the handling is superb but in 2024, gas mileage is still pure shit. Basic features like remote start only come with advance versions etc, lol. They are nickel and diming customers for every little thing.

@ScottParisi 5 дней назад

Thank you for including the vertical dimensions for loading the hatch. It's amazing how a vehicle of this size won't be able to haul a pinball machine with only 29" of loading height yet the Honda Fit hauls machines without breaking a sweat. The front wheel setup is amazing but the lack of big brakes at the rear is a disappointing cost saving measure. Love the blue interior.

@twinklets587 6 дней назад

Just traded in my 2022 aspec and got my 2025 type s blue exterior and red interior. Absolutely IN LOVE

@voycodin5042 6 дней назад

How much equity did you have left in your 2022?

@philipemekaorjiako5342 3 дня назад

@@voycodin5042 depends on the mileage on it typically they let you buy it off for like 30k-33k

@ratshackmojo День назад

@@voycodin5042 unless they were lucky and got a car in 2022 for under MSRP, they lost their shirt.

@charlessands7649 6 дней назад

The front is overstyled. So glad I have the prior gen

@philipemekaorjiako5342 3 дня назад

agreed those side vents are not the best looking

@ryanfrisby7389 6 дней назад

Excellent video!!!

@tonemack2981 6 дней назад

It looks good overall but I think the style of the previous wheels go better with the overall package. Love the frameless grille look, but I think Acura should've applied that same design with the lower front fascia. The black lip around those front lower intakes are just too large. The frameless design treatment would've clean things up.

@Mansa_Musa. 5 дней назад

Yup, the lower part looks ridiculous now. They took a big step backwards with that and those awful rims. Some companies just won't leave the good parts alone smh.

@NicolasLaughs9320 6 дней назад

When I was going to watch the video, I saw an ad on a 2024 MDX

@DominionAnako-bb7ry 6 дней назад

Love your car video

@michaelmonroe4962 6 дней назад

HONDA Pilot

@Car_conversati0nz 6 дней назад

Glad you got to review this! They really need to add third row amenities 😅😢

@CarGeek360 6 дней назад

If you’re going to use the 3rd row often, the Lexus TX is a FAR better choice, however I’d choose the MDX over the TX if the 3rd row is only going to be used sometimes as the MDX is sportier

@weekenderfam7965 4 дня назад

Acura, if you put that big of a wheel with low profile tire, please throw in some sport/lowering springs to make that wheel gap much smaller..

@leomikhaylov8537 3 дня назад

You should get the TL then. Some of us will take this think camping and through gravel roads.

@darriontunstall3708 6 дней назад

It’s very nice! I like the blue interior

@yakubov89 День назад

Why nobody reviews the basic trim, do you see type s mdx everywhere?

@u2cya 6 дней назад

Is the engine still with timing belt instead of timing chain ? Do the backside windows one touch down/up or not ?

@ratshackmojo День назад

Definitely timing belt. It would require a complete engine redesign, which Honda hardly ever does on a refresh

@lexbraxman9270 6 дней назад

The perfect car. Does everything. And it is Japanese engineered so it's the most reliable on the market.

@philipjohnson8064 5 дней назад

I think the front looks terrible the new grills over the fog lights is over powering the 2024 Type S front looked so much better, the touch screen for most people is a plus as for me I like the touch pad because I always have a clean screen,

@TheKingkingg 6 дней назад

Nothing was broken, however I understand Honda listen to reviewers more than customers as I have never been questioned as to what changes I want in my Acura or Honda products...example, I love controls in my 2020 2.0T Accord, but adding stupid looking volume nob because of nods reviewers complaining who had no intention of owning the products. Another is rather than touch and track pad which I prefer because I find it better on uneven roads and most occasions, yet again they follow reviewers who are not interested to purchase products only looking to make money to buy other vehicles. What us real customers want is more options and customization options more than red or black or white seats, like how about Grey, 2 brown, more colour stitching, or if I want white exterior and can get orchid interior...and improved technology like Acura used to be at top

@denvernn 6 дней назад

Great review. Nice lanyard. Where can I get one?

@CarConfections 5 дней назад

Thanks! Have no idea... Acura gave it to us

@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790 6 дней назад

Yes of course guys & I'm ready to afford this.

@RayNLA 4 дня назад

You guys hanging out the windows is giving me street takeover vibes!

@CarConfections 3 дня назад

😂

@tahran5782 6 дней назад

I like the Acura MDX but I also like the Lexus Texas

@bradleyscarreviews 6 дней назад

Absolutely loving my 2024 MDX Type S Advance! The improvement can only make it better. One thing I noticed is that the steering wheel looks thicker than mine which is what I requested for Acura to make a change with, and I had no idea that lane change assist would become a thing. Loving the improvements. Great vehicle overall for the price. Offers lots of equipment. Not sure if that bang and olfusen is going to be better than my ELS, and I’ll miss the light up speaker. Note, reason type s doesn’t come with spare tire is because they have self healing tire technology.

@RC-117 6 дней назад

Acura’s are amazing SUVs. The only thing I wish the headlights did was auto level and swivel.

@bradleyscarreviews 6 дней назад

@@RC-117 but the headlights are extremely bright

@RC-117 6 дней назад

@@bradleyscarreviews I’m glad you’re enjoying your Type S! They are 🔥

@MetalsForBrunch 2 дня назад

I would choose this mdx over the Honda pilot black edition any day. The honda pilot trailsport is the only pilot trim I would pick over the mdx in terms of value. honda pilot has more 3rd row leg/head room along with a/c vents at the back compared to the mdx.

@blackwhirlwind1245 5 дней назад

Wow, so they remove the household power outlet on the second row? Just why?

@jasons_favorite_hobbies 5 дней назад

Get rid of the piano black. Otherwise, it's a nice SUV.

@83goobmoonlight 6 дней назад

The new 2025 chime is very good compared to the gotta go chime in older acuras

@velboone6041 6 дней назад

The piano black trim should have been carbon fiber....Still nice tho

@navoo9009 6 дней назад

*Type S* *very good price* *awesome car* *It's a pity it's not available in Europe* #officially...

@jbar_85 6 дней назад

How is a luxury brand not offer heated seats and heads up display as standard? Did they make rear-cross traffic alert optional too? Typical Honda as of lately.

@JustNotInBoba 6 дней назад

Although I hate Auto makers remove all the physical buttons, but I feel Acura did the opposite direction which proves too much buttons 😅

@justalot123 6 дней назад

Big shame they got rid of tiger eye pearl as a color option.

@titaniumspecial4207 6 дней назад

Getting rid of that piano black on the inside and out would make it perfect.

@shieka20 6 дней назад

They should’ve kept the hand rest. Honestly thats gonna keep me from upgrading from my 22 to this.

@jonclassical2024 6 дней назад

I'll take the Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek Edition thank you very much and save the money, since it will go 10+ years and 200K w/o any issues!

@aiden_k 6 дней назад

Any acura/honda can last ten years and longer too

@aiden_k 6 дней назад

Any Acura/Honda will last 10+ years as-well, or have we forgotten it is one of the most reliable brands next to Toyota

@curiously1510 4 дня назад

Some nice updates, especially the tech, but the overall design is feeling a bit dated relative to the competition. At this price they are bumping up against the Germans, who pretty much defined the luxury SUV segment and Acura doesn't have the same prestige as of yet.

@judithadames8642 6 дней назад

My dreams card

@MattMcGrathOfficial 6 дней назад

Just got a 2025 Honda Pilot Elite that has almost everything this MDX model has. All for 25K less 😮 with more cargo room/third row room/seating for 8 and ability to store the second row seat.

@FirstHillSeattle 6 дней назад

Yes, in this day and age with car tech the way it is there is always going to be a less expensive corollary to the luxury model. Take the VW Atlas to the Audi Q7, or the RAV4 to the Lexus NX, etc. But there is a reason why the luxury versions of cars sell, and it’s to a different consumer. If you care about things like open pore wood, premium sound systems, higher quality leather, and more dramatic styling, then the luxury version will be for you. But if you are someone that doesn’t care about those things, you would be crazy to pay the premium.

@hellkitty1014 6 дней назад

Well...there is the SH-AWD, air suspension, turbo V6, better sound system, and better dealer experience. But you're right, for families, the Pilot is a better option.

@FirstHillSeattle 6 дней назад

@@hellkitty1014 It’s funny that you mention dealer experience. I am on my third Acura so clearly I like the products, but I find the dealers to be maddening. The salespeople know nothing about the product, the service department waiting area is too small and not nearly as comfortable as it should be, and every time I get service they try to charge me, and EVERY time I have to remind them I bought the Acura Care Maintenance package (which is a prepaid program that covers all recommended maintenance). Then they look it up and go “oh you are right”. It’s actually appalling service for a “luxury” brand. Plus, they are unable to order a car in the combination you want. You literally have to wait until they get one in, and they can’t tell you when that is. It just feels like a very cookie cutter experience with little to no personal touch.

@deepakkarki6062 6 дней назад

i bet you didnt even test drive an mdx.

@bradleyscarreviews 6 дней назад

@@deepakkarki6062 exactly

@magnoliap5824 6 дней назад

Meh, the exterior design doesn’t wow for the price, especially the back end. Need A C U R A spelled out at least. The console has no good place to put your right hand either.

@macaron3141592653 6 дней назад

Insane that the third row is so bad despite this thing being 4" longer than the older generation and the same size as the pilot of telluride.

@MixedG80 4 дня назад

not really, it's par for the course in this class (barring the TX, which is also notably larger), and always something I considered a "there when needed" feature to either move more kids with or fit some extra adults in a pinch. I'm not interested in driving a boat on wheels, but only driving ~5-6k mi/yr total and living in the city, need a "do it all" vehicle that checks several boxes. All reviews I've seen suggest as a driver's car, it's in a different league with the models you mentioned.

@David-tf3zr 5 дней назад

Why can’t you full screen the nav in the gauge cluster. Why does it have to be so small? Sure, they got rid of the track pad and the small side screen, but why do they have to “nickle and dime” their updates? It’s that and a few other issues that’s just lack-luster..It’s just still not there yet.

@ronelldeadrick9252 6 дней назад

Can’t believe they moved away from els

@MixedG80 4 дня назад

Agreed! By all accounts the 3d sig was an outstanding system; why fix what wasn' broken, especially when the money could have been applied to other improvements...

@ronelldeadrick9252 3 дня назад

@MixedG80 exactly, I hope the new system is a serious improvement. If it's only marginally better I'd say it's a waste

@joejoed5851 6 дней назад

There is no spare on the S, run flat tires only, might be a deal killer.

@user-nu1ci6ps2j 6 дней назад

Maybe I will trade my rxd for this..

@anthonyboey3210 5 дней назад

Is the other guy in the video , not doing any narrating , the same brother that were in the other older videos ? If yes, then they look very different.

@CarConfections 4 дня назад

That's Josh and he's not related to Mason and Drew

@malikmcgowan6147 5 дней назад

Why would they keep the piano black?? 😩 Can we bring back wood but just don’t make it look tacky

@trieunguyen5897 6 дней назад

I think I’m gonna get 2023-2024 models to save a few bucks. The new wheels look hideous.

@BradimusMaximus78 5 дней назад

Well they nixed the track pad but kept that lame gear selector

@FunAtDisney 6 дней назад

WOW -- Acura once takes two steps forward and then one step back. $76K and no read ventilated seats and no 3rd rows AC vents? What boneheaded would drop that kind of $$$$$ on this? So many other choices……

@MixedG80 4 дня назад

Vents for the 3rd row that will be occupied maybe 5% of the time? Ventilated 2nd row my kids won't even have the option of feeling through their booster seats for several years?? I was also interested in the GLS 580, but between euro-reliability and a review showing the "power" seats folding (super slow, and what happens if/when the motor dies?) vs. the speedy manual simplicity in the MDX, lost interest. To answer your question: those more concerned about others' perception. I'll take what works as expected... when expected... any day.

@FunAtDisney 4 дня назад

@@MixedG80 adults sit in the 2nd row as well! As for the 3rd row, why does Acura MDX even have it if they are going to do it half-ass. Don’t defend them. This is a $76K vehicle and will be compared to everything else in that range. They did a nice job on the interior as a whole, but then dropped the ball. I leased two Acuras (TSX) back around 2010. Great cars but I went back to their Honda “cousin” because dollar for dollar the Honda was better equipped. I love the handling of the Acura but you could see Honda was putting more efforts into their main brand back then. Admittedly Pilots still do not have 2nd row ventilated seats even on the top trim while every other 3-row SUV does on their top trims. Money is money and I will go for the tech and features over a racy engine and handling any day, and without paying for premium gas! And even the guys pointed this out!

@MixedG80 3 дня назад

@@FunAtDisney I can only talk about my preferences and those with similar ones that have family including small kids. Adults will rarely ride in my back seat, and when they do, it likely won't be for any duration that will have them wondering why their seats aren't ventilated. The 3rd row isn't half-ass, it's what's possible without making the vehicle huge (which is precisely why I'm not really considering the new TX or larger vehicles), and will handle my kids (should adults need the 2nd row) or their little friends comfortably if I need to haul some around. If we really want to point out feature disparities, where are the [good] massaging seats in competing $76k models? Just me, but that was money much better spent (that will be used regularly) vs. cooling 2nd row seats. There will always be feature trade-offs, even when one spends in the stratosphere, but as it stands what Acura chose to invest in appeals best to what I'm looking for. Now to your point, why they changed the already outstanding ELS system is a mystery; that money could have gone towards ventilated 2nd row seats or any number of other tweaks, which is the real opportunity missed IMHO.

@rosabal56 6 дней назад

So disappointed that this color is not available in the base or a-spec model. Shame on Acura 😢😢😢

@sierrag8412 6 дней назад

I cannot believe they kept the top of the door plastic smh. At this price point it needs to be stitched vegan leather at the bare minimum

@royrussinger2104 6 дней назад

$76,900 a lot of money for a boatload of piano black.

@hellkitty1014 6 дней назад

I really appreciate the update of the MDX, mostly the infotainment updates. The blue interior looks great(but cmon Acura, thats waayyy too much black piano plastic fantastic to considered in the luxury class). The major elephant in the room for the Acura: The BMW X5 exists for the same money and is standard with B58 power. It probably has better lease terms as well. And has a better interior.

@FirstHillSeattle 6 дней назад

I think the BMW is a different buyer. For one, it no longer offers a third row. For me personally, a BMW is a car you lease, and an Acura is a car you purchase and keep for a longer time. Maintenance on European cars will start to drain your bank account after about 5 years. Also, the MDX is quite a bit less expensive if you compare apples to apples. To get all of the features on the MDX Type S on an X5 it would much more expensive. I can afford the Type S, I will probably keep it 8 or 9 years and I like knowing I am getting the top model with all of the goodies. But another buyer might say that the BMW nameplate and performance is more important to them, and are willing to settle for less options. Two different approaches.

@ishaansaral502 5 дней назад

Yeah. The center dash could still use a cleaner design without piano black. Don't know why they put so much of it. It shouldn't be in a luxury vehicle.

@ratshackmojo День назад

@@FirstHillSeattle We'll see how long this Gen of Acura lasts. The prior gen V6 conrod bearing failures, 10 speed transmission failures, have me questioning their reliability. So far the B58/ZF8 combo on the X5 has been pretty good.

@Kobemamba2357 День назад

Are these dudes twins

@GGData 5 дней назад

Looks espectacular 😳

@tmyere. 6 дней назад

I liked this vehicle until he said no 3rd row air vents

@calkyyu 6 дней назад

3rd row have air vents, they're under the 2nd row seats

@Kstxrd 6 дней назад

The Mazda CX-90 Turbo S Premium Plus (top of the line model) with rear wheel biased AWD, quilted Nappa Leather, heated and cooled front and middle row seats, 340 hp and 369 lb ft of torque has a lower MSRP than the Acura FWD Technology at $56,300 plus freight. You would have to be a fool to buy this over the Mazda.

@thomasp3029 5 дней назад

Really.??? Does Mazda has air suspension, 31 speakers, massaging front seats..???

@Kstxrd 5 дней назад

@@thomasp3029 no, but it has premium leather interior instead of leatherette and will blow the doors off the Acura.

@curiously1510 4 дня назад

The Mazda is a compellingly option in this segment.

@beeslandscaping 5 дней назад

Still no hybrid come on Acura

@Mazzojoe 5 дней назад

That ceiling mounted seat belt is atrocious.

@cadmanjack4964 6 дней назад

where is your brother

@CarConfections 5 дней назад

He is at home working on other content 👍

@calkyyu 6 дней назад

3rd row have vents, look down

@tuanas458 6 дней назад

The MDX is such a weird car to me. The new one(base model) looks really nice and modern to me but for some reason there's also a huge soccer mom vibe about it despite how large and tanky it looks. I can appreciate the car when I see someone drive it because again its a slick looking car but I don't ever see myself owning one because of how large and slow the car is. In fact I exclusively avoid very large or heavy cars(anything over 3000lbs) now ever since I got to drive a decently light vehicle.

@krackmo 6 дней назад

Listen guys if auto manufacturers are going to add 3rd row, it shd accommodate adults

@michaelmi7903 6 дней назад

That's why I purchased a Lexus TX and didn't even consider an MDX. I needed a usable third row.

@hybridstiger 6 дней назад

Minivan is the best way to go if you want really good 3rd row seating for adults. Even in a Chevy Tahoe, I don't like to sit in the 3rd row for longer trips. A Lexus TX 3rd row will be better than the Acura MDX 3rd row, but they both are still not very good for long trips for most adults.

@jraheemjefcoat429 5 дней назад

They did everything except redesign it.

@anthonyh2884 6 дней назад

Great video but still looks like an over priced Pilot! 👌🏽🙁

@bradleyscarreviews 6 дней назад

Drives nothing like a pilot, looks nothing like a pilot, and offers stuff not available to pilot.

@LORDAKIRA818 6 дней назад

Pilot engine 😂

@hybridstiger 6 дней назад

@@LORDAKIRA818No.

@troytruong8246 4 дня назад

Big mistake. No hybrid? We. Need hybrid!

@ryanb8736 6 дней назад

Very slow for its 65k price range.

@thebig12conference73 6 дней назад

Don’t get me wrong engineering background I think the Acura MDXS type is very nice but I’m still gonna pass and get the BMW X5 M 60 I When you get it new there’s about a $20,000 price difference but when you get it used it’s less than a $10,000 difference For that $10,000 you get a V8 instead of a V6 and you get 500 hp instead of 350 on top of that your ranges 400 miles instead of 310 .

@WilliamTaylor19470515 6 дней назад

My 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe ultimate is better equipped for 1/2 the price. No stupid piano fingerprint black.

@cancel.lgbtq.6892 6 дней назад

Overpriced and underpowered are the mottos of Acura ~

@chefboylee 6 дней назад

car still looks outdated, pass

@LORDAKIRA818 6 дней назад

The value is more like 37k. Waaay overpriced 😮

@MrTheKrafter 5 дней назад

You must be slow

@2504499 6 дней назад

Over priced.

@MarcCunningham86 2 дня назад

Incredibly disappointed. I’m a 2023 Honda Pilot Touring owner, this is a downgrade with no 3rd row ventilation on the third row. That’s not even safe for your kids rating here in Texas; that’s a saving grace for my kiddos, although I wish the vents were ceiling mounted in our 2023 Pilot. For this price second row seat ventilation should be standard. I honestly don’t know who this car is for. As cool as the Acura styling has gotten, I wouldn’t recommend for parents of 3 kids.

@Jamski101 6 дней назад

Mazda xc90 is better.

@bradleyscarreviews 6 дней назад

In what way.