2025 Acura MDX Preview

Acura says the MDX is “the best-selling three-row luxury SUV of all time.” Considering the first one went on sale in 2001, the automaker has had plenty of time to increase those sales. The most recent iteration, the fourth-generation MDX, arrived in 2022, and now the updated 2025 Acura MDX brings subtle styling and interior changes, new infotainment technology and safety features, and a revised lineup.

With the 2025 MDX, Acura offers the mid-size SUV in standard form and several trim packages. They include the Technology, A-Spec, Advance, A-Spec Advance, and Type S Advance. The 2025 MDX Type S Advance is a performance model with a turbocharged engine, standard all-wheel drive, and more advanced equipment.

Combining a sporty exterior with a luxurious interior, the MDX A-Spec Advance is new for 2025. Also, the Type S includes the Advance Package as standard equipment this year.

It updated the front styling, lights and wheel designs
Revamped center console with added storage
Adjusted seats in Advance models
An improved infotainment system with a Google component
Bang & Olufsen’s new premium premium sound systems
AcuraWatch enhanced safety features
Debuts AcuraWatch 360 with next-generation technology

Acura overhauls the front end of the MDX, adding a new fascia, grille inserts, and darkened headlights. A-Spec models now feature the same front styling as the Type S, and the automaker redesigned all 20-inch and 21-inch wheels for 2025. New paint colors include Canyon River Blue (all except the Type S ) and Urban. Gray Pearl.

Inside, the 2025 MDX gets a redesigned center console with increased storage and a revised wireless smartphone charger. Four USB-C ports are now available, two in the dashboard storage area and two for rear passengers, and a rear seat belt reminder system is also standard. Acura says the cabin is 10% quieter thanks to added noise insulation and acoustic rear door glass (not applicable to the standard SUV version).

The 2025 MDX Advance and A-Spec with Advance offer new 16-way adjustable front seats wrapped in Milano leather, and include a massage function. Previously, Acura reserved these for the Type S model. On the 2025 MDX Model, new front seats with faux suede bolsters and the first Type S logo.

Acura is not making any changes to the MDX’s mechanical components. Most versions of the SUV use a 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque. It uses a 10-speed automatic transmission to power the front wheels unless you’ve upgraded to the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system. Acura.

The Type S Advance has a unique turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine producing 355 hp and 354 lb-ft of torque that works through a sport-calibrated 10-speed automatic and standard SH-AWD. This version of the SUV also has 21-inch wheels, Brembo performance front brakes, and air damping suspension.

The new MDX infotainment system has Google Built-in technology. It includes a static 12.3-inch touchscreen display, which means Acura has ditched its Remote Touch Interface (RTI) technology.

In addition, the system features wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and the latest version of AcuraLink connected services. AcuraLink offers Wi-Fi hotspot access, remote engine start, emergency roadside assistance and more. Acura updates the infotainment system through over-the-air software updates.

Acura adds two more speakers to the base audio system, bringing the number to 11. Starting with the 2025 MDX Technology, new Bang & Olufsen audio systems with speaker counts range from 19 to 31. The automaker says these were specially developed for MDX. , and the 31-speaker configuration in the Type S Advance is the most powerful sound system Acura has ever offered.

In addition, AcuraWatch’s standard suite of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) provides “enhanced safety performance,” according to the automaker. To get the new AcuraWatch 360 package, you’ll need to upgrade to the Type S Advance. AcuraWatch 360 has upgraded radar and cameras. It also adds forward traffic warning and an active lane change assist system with collision mitigation.

Many midsize three-row luxury SUVs are available, but the 2025 Acura MDX’s changes should make it competitive with its rivals. They include Audi Q7, BMW X5, Genesis GV80, Infiniti QX60, Lexus TX, Lincoln Aviator, Mercedes GLE, and Volvo XC90.

Acura is the source of the information in this article. It was correct as of April 8, 2024, but may have changed since that date. Always verify product information and availability with the automaker’s website or your local dealer.

Christian Wardlaw is a veteran automotive journalist with 30 years of experience in the field and has held automotive editorial leadership positions at Edmunds, JD Power, and The New York Daily News. Today, Chris owns a content agency called Speedy Daddy Media, and in addition JDPower.comhis work appears on Capital One Auto Navigator, CarGurus, and Edmunds.

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