luxury, but power limitations

The Type S designation at Acura marks a trend toward increased performance. This selection is reserved for versions that benefit from improvements in power, braking and handling, without compromising comfort or everyday use.

2024 Acura MDX Type S – what’s new?

For 2024, the MDX Type S does not make significant changes compared to the previous year, remaining faithful to the fourth generation introduced in 2022.

2024 Acura MDX Type S Price

The Type S Edition has a starting price of $88,890, including various fees, but excluding tax. Note that the base version of the MDX is offered for $65,390, the A-Spec version for $68,390 and the Platinum Elite variant for $72,390.

2024 Acura MDX Type S Engine

The Acura MDX Type S is powered by a 3.0-liter turbo V6 engine producing 355 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Technical details of the Type S variant

The Type S model differs from other MDXs, notably with 21-inch alloy wheels finished in Berlina Black, shod with 275/40R21 self-titling (self-leveling) tires.

The front seats offer 16 electric adjustments, including electrically adjustable lumbar support, with a massage function, much appreciated by the driver and his front passenger.

The ELS Studio Signature Edition sound system features no less than 16 speakers that deliver excellent sound quality.

Finally, performance features include four-piston Brembo front brake calipers, four round exhaust tips and an adjustable air suspension that is much appreciated on rough surfaces.

Use according to Acura Canada

Acura Canada advertises consumption of 13.8 litres/100 km in the city, 11.2 litres/100 km on the highway and 12.4 litres/100 km combined.

Usage considered by Auto123.com

In our case, and after driving for more than 350 kilometers in our test week, mainly in the suburbs, we recorded consumption slightly higher than the official figures, underscoring the importance of testing the car in real world conditions to evaluate its fuel efficiency. consumption.

Let’s also remember that our drive took place during winter when the temperature fluctuated between -12 and 2 degrees. Our average consumption settled at 14.7 liters per 100 km, which still remains high for the engine type.

Driving the 2024 Acura MDX Type S

The MDX Type S suffers from some notable weaknesses despite its sporty badge. The 355 horsepower V6 engine is nothing impressive on paper. Its performance struggles to justify the Type S name attached to it. Not only is acceleration boring to death, we’d rather not even stomp our foot on the floor.

Fortunately, Sport or Sport + modes power everything up, but who wants to ride in Sport or Sport + mode every day? In Normal or Comfort mode, we get basic MDX behavior. Otherwise, the ride is quite strong, and let’s highlight the excellent work of the air suspension.

Still, we have to face the truth: as much as we love the S-Type version of the TLX, the name doesn’t deserve this MDX.

The last word

Throughout our week, one question kept coming to mind: who might be tempted to buy an MDX Type S? This car is probably aimed at those looking for the beauty and prestige of a sporty style without demanding the extreme performance (nor the price) that should normally accompany such a trait.

However, if clean energy and fuel efficiency are a priority, the MDX Type S may be a more sensible choice. Its lack of real power and fuel consumption are weak points that are hard to ignore.

Faced with the discrepancy between the expectations arising from the S-Type selection and the hybrid performance of this model, the MDX A-Spec presents itself as a solid and attractive alternative.

The MDX A-Spec combines a sporty design with quality features, unique to the MDX model, without pretending to do too much. This model represents to me the perfection of what an Acura product is: a successful balance between beauty, comfort, and efficiency, all combined in a car that provides a great driving experience. And this, without the compromises associated with the Type S model.

Point the castle

• Comfort in the cabin
• Luggage space
• Very generous facilities

Weak points

• Disappointingly powerful engine
• Touchpad that provides access to the multimedia system
• High consumption

2024 Acura MDX Type S Competitors

The 2024 MDX finds its direct competitor in terms of European luxury SUVs such as the Audi Q7, BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, as well as the Genesis GV80, each offering comparable options and levels of luxury. The S-Type Edition has no competition.

If you are looking for an SUV with three rows of luxurious and powerful seats, you can turn to the Audi SQ7, Mercedes-AMG GLE or BMW X7 M60, but the bill will be more salty … and the performance will be real. to be there.