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    Updated Acura MDX crossover: finally with a touchscreen

    The SUV of the premium Honda sub-brand has also had its exterior design tweaked. In addition, the security system has been improved and new optional packages have been added. All equipment is the same.

    The current generation serial three-row Acura MDX crossover debuted in the United States at the end of 2020. The five-meter model finished the past year in positive territory: 57,599 units were sold, which is 24% more than in 2022. For example, the Infiniti QX60 in the States sold 29,383 units (+77%), but the Lexus RX is still far ahead – 114,033 units. (+19%). In addition, according to the results of the first quarter of 2024, sales of Acura MDX dropped by 27% to 11,141 units. In general, restyling is very useful, it can invigorate the demand for SUVs of Honda's premium sub-brand.

    It was – it became

    All versions received a new front bumper, and the A-Spec version is now almost the same as the “hot” MDX Type S. The headlights and taillights have been darkened. The design of the radiator grille has also been changed, the palette of body colors has been expanded, plus new design wheels have appeared (20-inch for the standard SUV and 21-inch for the “charged” one).

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    The main new thing inside is a multimedia system with a touchscreen and Google services, although the screen has not become larger (12.3 inches). Let us remind you that the pre-reform MDX has a non-touch tablet – control is assigned to the touchpad located on the central tunnel. Thanks to the introduction of a new screen, an enlarged compartment for small items has appeared on the tunnel of the restyled cross, in addition, access to the wireless charging area has been simplified.

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    The basic crossover also received two additional speakers (now there are 11 of them); expensive versions have a new audio system – Bang & Olufsen (standard SUV has 19 speakers, Type S has 31). Rich trim levels also benefit from improved sound insulation; the “charged” crossover also received new front seats. Finally, the AcuraWatch suite of safety systems has been updated: in particular, the MDX has acquired a new front camera and radar (built into the grille), and the MDX Type S complex, called AcuraWatch 360, has been supplemented with front cross-traffic alert and lane change avoidance systems movement, active lane change assistance system.

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    Motors were not affected by the reforms. Under the hood of the Acura MDX there is a V6 3.5 naturally aspirated petrol engine with a power of 294 hp. (362 Nm), which is paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. The Acura MDX Type S is equipped with a V6 3.0 turbo engine producing 360 hp. (480 Nm), it has a retuned automatic. For a regular crossover, SH-AWD all-wheel drive with individual couplings for connecting the rear wheels is available for an additional fee; a “hot” SUV has such a transmission by default.

    MDX production has been established in the States, sales of the updated crossover will start there in May, there are no prices yet. A pre-reform standard SUV now costs from $51,500 (including delivery, but excluding taxes), Type S will cost at least $69,800 (also including delivery, excluding taxes).

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