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Acura MDX.

A 290 hp V6 comes standard, and the Type S packs a 355 hp turbo with air suspension.

By The Broker Black · Updated September 30, 2026

About $53K*
Starting price (MSRP), base model
19-26 mpg
Fuel economy
7
Seats
290-355 hp
Power
5,000 lbs
Towing, properly equipped

MDX trims.

MDXThe entry: 290 hp V6, 12.3-inch screen with Google built-in, panoramic roof, full AcuraWatch.
TechnologyAdds SH-AWD availability with premium leather, ELS Studio audio, wireless charging, parking sensors.
A-SpecThe sport look: standard SH-AWD, 21-inch dark wheels, sport seats, black exterior detailing.
AdvanceThe comfort route: massaging front seats, ELS Studio 3D with 19 speakers, surround-view camera, heated second row.
A-Spec AdvanceThe Advance luxury stack combined with full A-Spec sport styling.
Type SThe flagship: 355 hp turbo V6, air suspension, Brembo brakes, 5,000 lb towing, quad exhaust.

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Taxes and fees at the starting price.*

Registered inSales taxTitle, registration, and state fees
Phoenix, AZ$4,514 (8.5%)$922
Las Vegas, NV$4,439 (8.4%)$989
Los Angeles, CA$5,168 (9.8%)$713
Every new Acura carries a 4 year / 50,000 mile basic warranty and 6 year / 70,000 mile powertrain coverage.

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Questions.

How much does the Acura MDX cost?

The Acura MDX starts around $53K, the manufacturer's suggested price for the base model before options and destination. Plus each dealership's own documentary fee (not a government fee), taxes, and government fees. Higher trims cost more; the Type S tops the range.

What trims does the Acura MDX come in?

Six: MDX, Technology, A-Spec, Advance, A-Spec Advance, and Type S.

What gas mileage does the Acura MDX get?

19-26 mpg, depending on the trim and powertrain, per the manufacturer's published figures.

How many seats does the Acura MDX have?

7.

How much can the Acura MDX tow?

Up to 5,000 lbs, properly equipped.

Should I lease or buy a Acura MDX?

It depends on how long you will keep it and how far you drive. Type the price you agreed on into the calculator above and compare the lease and the loan over the same months, with your state's taxes and your own credit tier.