Acura MDX second generation

Acura MDX second generation
Photo: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The Acura MDX second generation (2007–2013): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: YD2 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,850 mm TC4,844–4,867 mm
Width1,990 mm TC1,994–1,999 mm
Height1,730 mm TC1,730–1,781 mm
Wheelbase2,750 mm TC2,751 mm
Front track1,720 mm TC–
Rear track1,720 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,064–2,076 kg TC2,084–2,118 kg
Seats and space
Fuel tank–72–79 L
Performance
Top speed–220 km/h
Torque–355–366 Nm

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011: ★★★★★ · 2012–2013: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

421 complaints for model years 2007–2013. 22 crashes · 15 fires · 25 injuries

  • Electrical system 110
  • Engine 101
  • Transmission and drivetrain 47
  • Airbags 36
  • Steering 23
  • Suspension 21

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 4 versions of the Acura MDX second generation

United States 2 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–20133.7 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307–311 g/km
2007–20092MODE CLKUP3.7 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–2013Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Small3.7 LPetrol6-speed automatic13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle304 g/km
2007–2009Sport utility vehicle3.7 LPetrol5-speed automatic13.8 L/100 km 5-cycle317 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.