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TheCarConnection.com drove the new 2010 Acura MDX to bring you this hands-on road test review. Editors at TheCarConnection.com also compared the MDX with other crossovers and researched reviews from a wide range of reputable sources to bring you a comprehensive look at the 2010 MDX.
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| Road Test |
The 2010 Acura MDX is a seven-passenger, three-row luxury crossover vehicle. It puts a strong emphasis on style, utility, and comfort, while downplaying any off-road ability. However, it’s also an entertaining vehicle to drive and, despite some odd exclusions on the features list, a supremely confident family vehicle with a stellar safety record. Pricing begins around $43,000 and reaches beyond $50,000 for fully outfitted versions. TheCarConnection.com accepted travel expenses to an Acura-sponsored event to produce this hands-on road test.
At first glance, the 2010 Acura MDX looks familiar to anyone who owns the 2009 model. There are minor updates to its subdued good looks--namely, a big, new Acura corporate grille that’s shield-like and reminds some reviewers of a bottle opener. It’s aggressive to the eye and out of character for a refined performer like the MDX. Thankfully, the rest of its lines stay clean and neat, with a gentle downward arc and new taillamps in back slimming it somewhat. The cabin’s a well-executed comfort zone. New brown stain on the wood trim cascades from the midline of the dash, and more Milano leather is stitched into place on the seats and panels. The gauges are redesigned for better clarity, too. In all, it’s a modern, well-tailored workplace.
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- Big V-6 is impressively strong
- nimble handler, for such a big vehicle
- Subdued, but mostly handsome styling
- Safety record
- Reputation for durability
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| Negative Points |
- That bottle-opener grille
- Complex controls and a busy cockpit
- Touchy steering
- Drinks from the premium gas pump
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