Each vehicle is reconditioned, inside and out, to create a certified luxury ownership experience. All vehicles are under six years old with less than 80,000 miles and have a 12-month/12,000-mile Certified Limited Warranty. Each vehicle must also pass a 150-point vehicle inspection and is covered by an extensive Roadside Assistance program.
The 2013 MDX carries over unchanged from the 2012 model.
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Grammy® award-winning recording engineer and producer, Elliot Scheiner (ELS32), helped design the MDX audio system to reproduce music the way it’s heard in the recording studio. The 10-speaker system can reproduce the 5.1 surround sound of DVD-A discs, while Dolby® Pro Logic® II5 signal processing can extract 6-channel surround sound from 2-channel digital sources, such as the 15GB memory hard disc drive media storage, CDs, XM® Radio4 or an Apple® iPod® 8 player or flash drive through the USB connection. Almost all functions can be performed by Voice Recognition.
Acura developed its revolutionary Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system not only for better traction utilization on wet and slippery surfaces, but also to enhance high-performance dry-road handling. Unlike many all-wheel drive systems that merely react to wheel slippage, SH-AWD continuously determines the optimal level of power distribution between the front and rear axles and between the rear wheels, based on a reading of a wide variety of vehicle conditions.The system also helps enhance steering by sending available rear power to the outside wheel and rotating it slightly faster than the front wheels, propelling it through the turn. The result is enhanced high-performance cornering that neither front, rear, or conventional all-wheel-drive systems can equal.
The Acura Navigation System10 features an eight-inch screen mounted high in the center control panel for easy visibility, which also serves as the monitor for the rearview camera. Using the interface dial or the Voice Recognition system, you can enter an address or have the system find a location from its vast destination database. The screen will plot your path on the map and show special displays to guide you through freeway ramps, interchanges and forks in the road. The system can show you nearby gas stations, ATMs and other points of interest and even display Zagat Survey® restaurant reviews.
To help you plan your journeys, this easy-to-use proprietary data network uses the XM® Radio4 communications interface to provide on-screen traffic and weather information13 that‘s easy to read and access. If a route is set, the system can automatically alert you of possible weather delays and can even reroute you to avoid traffic congestion. Traffic and weather data services are offered separately on a subscription basis for a nominal fee. The AcuraLink® system features a preprogrammed feature guide, dealer appointment reminders, and direct communication with your dealer.
The Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink® system works with many Bluetooth®-enabled cell phones to let you receive and initiate phone calls through the audio system without ever taking your hands off the wheel. The Multi-Information Display can show the caller’s name or number, while the center panel display can show reception and battery strength, depending on the phone. A one-time pairing process enables your Acura to communicate wirelessly with the phone, and up to six different phones can be paired with it at a time. After the initial pairing, a phone can be operated through the vehicle audio system without ever leaving your pocket or purse.
The Active Damper System achieves outstanding handling response while maintaining a refined level of comfort. The system centers around electromagnetically active shock absorbers, and an array of vehicle dynamics sensors, which allow the shocks to automatically adjust their damping force based on driving conditions. The result is a comfortable ride, yet with flat cornering and controlled body motion when quick actions are called upon. The system is always engaged and the driver can bias the system towards a comfort or a sport feel.
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| Packages | MDX | MDX With Technology Package | MDX with Technology and Entertainment Packages | MDX with Advance Package | MDX with Advance and Entertainment Packages |
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| 300-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 engine | * | * | * | * | * |
| SOHC 24-valve engine with Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control (VTEC®) system | * | * | * | * | * |
| Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) | * | * | * | * | * |
| 6-speed Sequential SportShift Automatic with paddle shifters and Grade Logic and Shift Hold Control | * | * | * | * | * |
| Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) | * | * | * | * | * |
| Torque-sensing, variable power-assist rack-and-pinion steering | * | * | * | * | * |
| 4-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock braking system (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist | * | * | * | * | * |
| 4-wheel independent suspension with MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear | * | * | * | * | * |
| Active Damper System sport suspension | * | * | |||
| No scheduled tune-ups for 100,000 +/- miles or more3 | * | * | * | * | * |
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| Sport seats with leather-trimmed interior | * | ||||
| Premium Milano Leather-trimmed interior | * | * | |||
| Perforated Premium Milano Leather trimmed interior | * | * | |||
| Driver's 10-way power seat (including 2-way power lumbar support) | * | * | * | * | * |
| Front passenger’s 8-way power seat | * | * | * | * | * |
| Dual-level heated front-row seats | * | * | * | ||
| Heated and ventilated front seats | * | * | |||
| Dual-level heated 2nd-row outboard seats | * | * | |||
| Front center console with dual-access armrest | * | * | * | * | * |
| Reclining 2nd-row seats | * | * | * | * | * |
| 60/40 split folding 2nd-row seat | * | * | * | * | * |
| 50/50 split folding 3rd-row seat | * | * | * | * | * |
| 2nd-row fold-down armrest | * | * | * | * | * |
| 2-driver memory system for driver's seat, side mirror and steering column positions plus audio, and climate settings | * | * | * | * | * |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel and gearshift knob | * | * | * | * | * |
| Aluminum threshold garnish | * | * | * | * | * |
| Loop carpet floor mats | * | * | * | * | * |
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| Acura Premium Audio System with AM/FM tuner, 6-disc in-dash CD, MP3, WMA6 changer and 8 speakers, including 8-inch subwoofer | * | ||||
| Acura/ELS Surround®32 410-watt Premium 10-speaker Sound System with hard disk drive (HDD) media storage, CD, DVD-Audio, MP3, WMA6 and DTS® player, Dolby®5 Pro Logic® II and AM/FM tuner | * | * | * | * | |
| Song By Voice® | * | * | * | * | |
| USB7 Audio Interface with iPod®8 integration | * | * | * | * | |
| MP3/auxiliary input jack | * | * | * | * | * |
| Speed-sensitive volume control (SVC) | * | * | * | * | * |
| Bluetooth®11 Audio | * | * | * | * | |
| Radio Data System (RDS) | * | * | * | * | |
| XM® Radio4 | * | * | * | * | * |
| Note function for XM® | * | * | * | * | |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® wireless telephone interface | * | * | * | * | * |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® phone book exchange | * | * | * | * | |
| Acura Navigation System10 with Zagat Survey® restaurant reviews | * | * | * | * | |
| AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ with Traffic Rerouting™13 | * | * | * | * | |
| AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™13 | * | * | * | * | |
| Voice Recognition system for navigation, audio and climate controls | * | * | * | * | |
| Blind spot information system (BSI) | * | * | |||
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)53 | * | * | |||
| LED backlit gauges with progressive illumination | * | * | * | * | * |
| Multi-Information Display (MID) | * | * | * | * | * |
| Maintenance Minder™ system | * | * | * | * | * |
| Trip computer | * | * | * | * | * |
| Exterior temperature indicator | * | * | * | * | * |
| Illuminated ignition, power-window and door-lock switches, steering wheel controls and overhead controls | * | * | * | * | * |
| Tri-zone, front/rear synchronized automatic climate control system with humidity control and air filtration | * | * | * | * | * |
| GPS-linked10, solar-sensing, temperature control | * | * | * | * | |
| Cruise control | * | * | * | * | * |
| Power windows with driver's and front passenger’s auto-up/down, auto-reverse and key-off operation | * | * | * | * | * |
| Remote- and driver’s door lock-operated windows-open function | * | * | * | * | * |
| Steering wheel-mounted controls for audio, cruise control, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® and MID | * | * | * | * | * |
| Steering wheel-mounted controls for Voice Recognition system | * | * | * | * | |
| Steering wheel-mounted controls for ACC system | * | * | |||
| Rearview mirror with rearview camera display | * | ||||
| Multi-view rear camera | * | * | * | * | |
| Acura DVD Rear Entertainment System with motorized full VGA screen, wireless headphones, and remote | * | * | |||
| HomeLink® programmable transmitter | * | * | * | * | * |
| Electronic tilt and telescoping steering column | * | * | * | * | * |
| Automatic day/night rearview mirror | * | * | * | * | * |
| Front and rear LED overhead map lights | * | * | * | * | * |
| Ambient cabin lighting | * | * | * | * | * |
| Driver and front passenger’s footwell lighting | * | * | * | * | * |
| Door-mounted courtesy lights | * | * | * | * | * |
| Ten beverage holders | * | * | * | * | * |
| Front- and rear-door storage compartments | * | * | * | * | * |
| Driver’s and front passenger’s illuminated vanity mirrors | * | * | * | * | * |
| 12-volt power outlets in front and center consoles and cargo area | * | * | * | * | * |
| 115-volt power outlet in center console | * | * | |||
| Passenger lower center-console compartment | * | * | * | * | * |
| Theft-deterrent system with electronic immobilizer | * | * | * | * | * |
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| Power moonroof with tilt, auto-open/close, auto-reverse and key-off operation | * | * | * | * | * |
| Heated side mirrors with reverse-gear tilt-down and integrated directional turn signals | * | * | * | * | * |
| Remote-linked, power-operated tailgate | * | * | * | * | * |
| 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels | * | * | * | ||
| 19-inch, seven-spoke alloy wheels | * | * | |||
| Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights | * | * | * | * | * |
| Fog lights | * | * | * | * | * |
| Auto-on/off headlights | * | * | * | * | * |
| LED mirror-integrated directional turn signals, taillights, brake lights and Center High Mount Stop Light | * | * | * | * | * |
| Body-colored tailgate spoiler | * | * | * | * | * |
| Chrome door handles | * | * | * | * | * |
| Rear privacy glass | * | * | * | * | * |
| Speed-sensing, variable intermittent windshield wipers | * | * | * | * | * |
| Intermittent rear-window wiper | * | * | * | * | * |
| Integrated dual-outlet exhaust | * | * | * | * | * |
| Rear spoiler-integrated radio antenna | * | * | * | * | * |
| Rear-window defroster with timer | * | * | * | * | * |
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| Dual-stage, multi-threshold front airbags (SRS) | * | * | * | * | * |
| Front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) | * | * | * | * | * |
| Side curtain airbags with rollover sensor | * | * | * | * | * |
| Front 3-point height-adjustable seat belts with load limiters and automatic tensioners | * | * | * | * | * |
| 2nd- and 3rd-row 3-point seat belts | * | * | * | * | * |
| 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist | * | * | * | * | * |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | * | * | |||
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)12 with traction control | * | * | * | * | * |
| Trailer Stability Assist | * | * | * | * | * |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | * | * | * | * | * |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with location and pressure indicators | * | * | * | * | * |
| Active front head restraints | * | * | * | * | * |
| 2nd-row LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child-seat mounting system with 2nd- and 3rd-row child-seat tether anchors | * | * | * | * | * |
| Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure | * | * | * | * | * |
| Impact-absorbing front and rear crumple zones | * | * | * | * | * |
| Side-impact door beams | * | * | * | * | * |