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Pros
The 2009 Acura MDX is sporty enough to make most drivers forget they are behind the wheel of a seven-passenger people carrier while still being convenient to use for family and household activities. The lavish attention to detail will leave you feeling as if you'll never need a luxury sedan again.

Model Highlights
There are only a few vehicles that can be used in place of a small fleet of cars, and the 2009 Acura MDX is one of the best of them. For starters, the MDX doubles nicely as a luxury sedan. The front leather-trimmed power seats both coddle and support you, plus their heating function is a godsend when winter's arctic blasts hit. The electric moonroof, tri-zone automatic climate control, speed-sensing windshield wipers, satellite radio, and incredible sound system almost seem out of place in an SUV. The MDX is still an SUV, though. All-wheel drive ensures MDX can handle inclement weather, a possible 83.5 cubic feet of storage space guarantees a trip to the home center won't be a problem, seating for seven helps for carpool duties, and a 5,000-lb towing capacity can get the boat to the lake. The MDX was developed partly on European racetracks, and offers driving dynamics that make it a suitable substitute for sportier alternatives. The 300-hp 3.7L VTEC V6 goes a long way to satisfying boy-racer fantasies. The four-wheel disc brakes provide ample stopping power, the ride is excellent, and the handling is assured. A 5-speed automatic transmission backs up all MDXs. Other standard equipment includes a 10-way power adjustable driver seat, an 8-speaker, 6-disc CD stereo with MP3 playback, steering wheel controls for cruise control and the stereo, and Bluetooth handsfree wireless telephone interface. A Technology Package adds navigation, a rearview camera, real-time traffic updates, a premium 10-speaker stereo, and remote power tailgate. The Sport Package comes with an active damping suspension system that adjusts the shocks in milliseconds to meet driving demands. A button on the console allows the driver to select between sport and comfort modes. Most impressive is Acura's use of its SH-AWD (super handling-all wheel drive). Not only is power shifted front to rear to aid when the road becomes slippery, but it also transfers a goodly portion of the 275 lb-ft of torque between the right and left rear wheels to provide better drive out of the corners. The Sport Package also tacks on premium leather seat trim, the power tailgate, and the contents of the Technology Package. An Entertainment Package can be added to either of the above and includes heated second row seats, a DVD rear-seat entertainment system, and a 115-volt console outlet.

Model News
Following a major redesign in 2007 and only minor changes last year, Acura's top-of-the-line MDX SUV carries over into 2009 with minimal updates. The remote-operated power tailgate previously available only with the Entertainment Package is now included in the Technology and Sport packages.

Value Writeup
300-horsepower V6; super handling all-wheel drive; luxury coupled with reliability.

Exterior

  • 18" x 8" 6-spoke alloy wheels
  • Body-colored tailgate spoiler
  • Fog lights
  • Heated pwr mirrors w/reverse gear tilt-down, integrated LED directional signals, driver memory
  • Intermittent rear window wiper
  • LED tail lights
  • P255/55HR18 all-season tires
  • Pwr moonroof w/tilt, auto-open/close, auto-reverse, key-off operation
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Speed sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
  • Xenon high intensity discharge auto on/off headlights

Safety

  • 3-point height-adjustable front seatbelts w/pretensioners & load limiters
  • 3-point rear seatbelts
  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) w/electronic brake distribution (EBD), brake assist
  • Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure
  • Child seat tether anchors (2nd/3rd row seats)
  • Daytime running lights
  • Dual-stage dual-threshold front airbags
  • Front & rear crumple zones
  • Front & rear side curtain airbags w/rollover sensor
  • Front side-impact airbags w/passenger side occupant position detection
  • LATCH child seat mounting system (2nd row seats)
  • Side-impact door beams
  • Tire pressure monitoring system w/location & pressure indicators
  • Trailer stability assist
  • Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) w/traction control

Paint

InvoiceMSRP
ASPEN WHITE PEARL --
BALI BLUE PEARL --
BILLET SILVER METALLIC --
DARK CHERRY PEARL --
FORMAL BLACK --
MOCHA METALLIC --
STERLING GRAY METALLIC --

Transmission
Clutch Size (in) 
DrivetrainAll Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)0.54
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)4.53
First Gear Ratio (:1)2.70
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)0.77
Reverse Ratio (:1)1.89
Second Gear Ratio (:1)1.61
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 
Third Gear Ratio (:1)1.07
Trans Description Cont.Automatic w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again 
Trans Order Code 
Trans Type5

Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs)4548

Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)9.7

Engine
Displacement3.7L/- TBD -
Engine Order Code 
Engine TypeGas V6
Fuel SystemPGM-FI MPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM300 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM275 @ 5000

Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)- TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)- TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)0.91
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)0.95
Suspension Type - FrontIndependent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)MacPherson strut
Suspension Type - RearIndependent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)Multi-link

Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0? F (Primary)610
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)130

Vehicle
EPA ClassificationSport Utility Vehicle
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score3

Brakes
Brake ABS System4-Wheel
Brake TypePwr
Disc - Front (Yes or )Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )Yes
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) 
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)13.0 x - TBD -
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)13.2 x - TBD -
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 

Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)15
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)20
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)17

Warranty

Basic:4 Years/50,000 Miles/km Corrosion:5 Years/Unlimited Miles/km