Acura MDX Sport Chinese Version

Acura is introducing a version of the MDX in China with a revised front end. Acura has boldened and sharpened the grille and the lower grille effects with sporty 19-inch ten-spoke wheels and redesigned roof beams to better reflect the sharpened front end. Honda will be releasing this model in China in the coming weeks.

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Acura TSB

In an Acura TSB issued earlier on November 19 2010, some MDX and TL models may squeak when started. The noise coming from 2007-2008 MDX models and 2008 TLs are caused by the engine's accessory drive belt, as well as a misaligning AC compressor. Using properly sized bolts to hold the compressor in place and replacing the belt will stop the noisy startup.

Popular Mechanics' and Winding Road's 2011 Acura TSX Sports Wagon Review

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Acura/Honda News Update

2011 Honda Accord now on sale in the United Arab Emirates

The new refreshed 2011 Honda Accord Coupe and Sedan models are now on sale in the UAE, as well as parts of Saudi Arabia will be receiving the model shortly. 

2011 Acura MDX awarded a NHTSA 5-star safety rating

The 2011 Acura MDX received a 5 star safety rating from the new NHTSA scoring system announced today. The rating is composed of a four-star frontal rating, a four-star rollover test and a perfect five-star rating for the side pole and barrier tests. However, the MDX had 11 ounces of gasoline leaked from the fuel system on the side barrier test and could've caused a fire in a reality accident situation leading to an asterisk being placed next to its rating. 

Acura MDX Review

" It was on the way home during this season’s first snowstorm that I realized why Acura sells so many of its MDX crossovers. "


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Mildly Facelifted 2010 Acura MDX Priced from $43,040 in the States

The refreshed 2010 Acura MDX SUV goes on sale at Acura's U.S. dealerships today with prices starting at $42,230, plus a destination and handling (D&H) charge of $810 which comes to a total of $43,040. For 2010, the MDX receives some styling and equipment updates along with a new 6-speed automatic transmission and a tweaked 3.7-liter V6 that generates 300HP and 270 lb-ft of torque, returning an improved EPA estimated 16mpg city and 21mpg highway.

Visually, the 7-passenger SUV is distinguished by the new bumpers, revised taillights, polished stainless-steel exhaust finishers, redesigned alloy wheels and how can we forget, the adoption of Acura's corporate chrome grille.

The list with the interior updates for the 2010 model year MDX include the expanded use of Milano Premium Leather, a new sport steering wheel with paddle shifters, new gauges, the availability of ventilated front seats and upgraded interior trim.

Acura notes that the base version of the 2010 MDX which is priced 3 percent higher than the 2009MY, receives a plethora of new standard content including a power rear tailgate, steering wheel mounted paddle shifters, an auto-dimming rearview mirror with integrated rear view camera screen, LED backlit instrumentation, a new hill start assist feature and premium floormats.

2010 Acura MDX Facelift gets Gaudy Grille and Revised Powertrain

Following in the footsteps of the smaller RDX, Acura's largest SUV model, the MDX has received a mild facelift for the 2010 model year. Changes include a fresh exterior look that adopts the Japanese firm's controversial front shield along with some minor engine tweaks, a new 6-speed automatic transmission, chassis refinements and improved look and feel of interior trim materials plus the addition of new technology features.

On the outside, the 7-seater MDX gains Acura's new corporate grille, retrimmed front and rear bumpers, new exhaust tips, revised hood, new side sills and reworked taillights with brighter LEDs. The available 19-inch seven-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels complete the exterior upgrades.

Moving on to the interior, Acura says that the 2010 MDX benefits from higher quality trim materials, a thicker steering wheel grip, increased use of LED interior lighting and revised cockpit controls along with relocated front seat headrests for improved comfort and more detailed leather stitching.

Furthermore, Acura has introduced several new technology features on the RDX such as the AcuraLink Real-Time Weather and Traffic Rerouting systems, a new full VGA 8-inch navigation screen, an upgraded rear view camera with three unique view choices and updated audio and rear entertainment systems.

Under the hood, the 2010 model year MDX receives an updated version of Acura's 3.7-liter VTEC V6 engine linked to an all-new 6-speed automatic transmission. Among other changes, the V6 features cylinder heads with improved cooling, new intake valve springs, a new EGR system, unique long-reach spark plugs, a larger throttle body. The revised engine produces the same output as before at 300-horsepower and surprisingly, 5 lb-ft of torque less at 270 lb-ft.

However, in combination with the new transmission, the 2010 MDX returns an EPA estimated city/highway fuel mileage of 16/21 mpg which is an improvement of 1 mpg city and 1 mpg highway over the 2009 model.

Finally, Acura says that the MDX's ride and handling have been enhanced thanks to the revised power steering system, stiffer rear trailing arm mounting and the body rigidity improvements.

The 2010 MDX is expected to go on sale in the U.S. sometime in September.