2025 Acura MDX -- Big REFRESH for the #1 Luxury 3-Row SUV! (Hands-On)
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- Опубліковано 4 чер 2024
- Here's our First Look at the Heavily-Refreshed 2025 Acura MDX Type S!
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0:00 Intro
0:55 Detailed Exterior Walkaround
5:42 Interior Design & Technology
13:18 Rear Seats & Cargo
16:37 Powertrains
17:49 Pricing and Availability
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As a Lexus 5-time RX driver for 23 years, I’m going to be watching all 2025 MDX reviews. The updated Lexus RX has some disappointing changes. Not the least of which is the switch from a V6 to a Turbo 4. It has also reduced its cargo-carrying capacity. The new TX has also left me less than excited. The new MDX might just fit the bill.
I'm so glad they finally got a touchscreen for the new 2025 Acura MDX instead of the touchpad and I like it better than the previous model 😍🔥
I’d like to see them bring that touchscreen to the RDX!
The only plus of the none touch screen is the screen don’t get your fingerprints all over it.
Piano black should be a thing of the past. But I must applaud Honda for finally removing the touchpad.
Piano black in cars should be illegal
@@steveb8503 lol i fully agree!
Agreed. Insane how companies are so stubborn with it. Give me fake leather or some matte plastic idgaf. Piano black is awful @@steveb8503
Thanks youngsters for the spare tire information, we old timers love to play spare tire roulette out in the middle of nowhere.
I’ve been waiting for this!!! Thank you!!!😊
Wish Acura produce hybrid version of MDX Type-S. the same or improved hybrid system that RLX sport hybrid had. It could make type-s even faster and more efficient. I would definitely buy one. Still great changes. Wish they also leave brush holder for driver, it seemed to be convenient. Don’t like piano black and would be great to have aluminium or kind of carbon alternative for type-s at least for additional payment
Ohhh, I shouldn’t have watched this. I am shopping for an MDX and have been trying to decide which year to get. Would prefer a used 2024 but this updated 2025 is really great!
The 2022-24 look pretty much identical to this inside and out. Just look it up.
@@OriginalYTBR Now we can get 2024 in a bargain. I am going to push the dealers.
Now we wait for the refresh Honda Pilot. Please Honda give us the 12.3 inch infotainment system.
It’s gonna be a while. It just got refreshed
Indeed. Only reason why I’m probably going with the MDX - which might be the intended result 🤔
Your probably going to have to wait until the 2027 or 2028 model year for that
@@ThaGuuuPilot refresh will come next year for the 2026 model year.
@@limitedreach4446 I sold Hondas for a while. Pilots have a six year lifespan
Cool review thanks so much y’all are the best! ❤
In fact, the touch pad is even better than touch screen. You have to lean forward to get to certain points on the screen, versus you can rest your body to let your finger do the job on touch pad. People are so hesitate on the touch pad design at first including myself. But after using it for the first time I think it is even better expericence than touching screen.
To be fair, I own both MDX and Tesla. Often times I would misclick on touch screen by little which makes me jumping in and out of menu multiple times. On touch pad I have accuracy in the sacrifice of quick response.
We like the TouchPad on our first ever RDX. It's just fine.
I own a 2023 and believe me TouchPad is really relaxing when operating, you're very right
A few things to make this perfect: 2nd row vents in ceiling, vs. tunnel, 3rd row vents as you mentioned, lockable rear underfloor storage like the Ridgeline bed storage
This is definitely the only vehicle that could make me trade my Durango R/T. Absolutely gorgeous!!!
Both in the interior, to the front grill and the gloss finish around the tires really screams mazda. It's good but surprising
I am PISSSED. I just got my 2024 MDX and NOW they want to add a touchscreen…. 😡😡
Trade. And don't let them lowball you. Search the country, someone will make the deal that you like.
I like the TouchPad in my parents 2023 MDX tbh, however to each their own, they should have both the touchpad and the touchscreen imo
Bro same
@@vicfrom47 Dont look back and enjoy the vehicle. You had other options with touchscreen and you choose the MDX..... Enjoy!!!!!
That was the reason I was waiting for 2025 and skipped 2024 MDX model. I was decided last year that touchscreen is coming in 2025 model.
Great Updates...I was hoping that they would get away from the piano black trim...Oh well...Can't have it all..
I love your content. Great job.
about time they did a touch screen! That is why I did not get one in 2023.
Is the HD been improved to provide more information, such as blind spot, street info, etc.
Hey! as always good review. 👍🏻 please also make a review on genesis gv 80 2024.
I wonder which audio system is better, ELS or the B&O system. ELS was extremely good, wonder how B&O performs
Nice review @CarConfections. Any word yet on if the RDX will also get rid of its touchpad and go to touchscreen as the MDX here?
Not yet, but we suspect soon!
will older models get update on the applecarplay to be full screen?
I am curious if acura gonna update the software for 22-24 year mdx... Really hate the split screen setup.
AMAZIN actually looks like my CRV Hybrid AWD, EXACT same switch gear too and headlights too!
Wish they put vents on the third row. Can get stuffy back there during warm summer days!
Fantastic video!😸
Any news on when we will see the updates for the 2025 RDX? I am hoping a switch to the touchscreen as well!
Guys, your reviews are simply the best! Always look forward to your unique insights. Do you think on the 2025 MDX Type S Advance, the Lane Keep assist and traffic jam assist will finally work from 0 MPH, like it does on Hyundia / Kia models? I had a Type S advance and had to trade it back in under 10k miles and go back to a Kia Telluride because the lane centering and navigating turns worked perfectly at any speed. I felt like I had to constantly correct the MDX, where with the Telluride as long as my hands were on the wheel the car would drive itself perfectly, even most soft to moderate curves. No jogging "ping pong effect" or the wheel constantly vibrating. If a local road in a residential neighborhood had a line to the left and right of the car, it worked. The MDX couldn't assist well in any capacity unless cruise control was on, and we were going above 45 MPH. Thank you @CarConfections
Thank you! We look forward to testing all aspects of the updated MDX out when we drive it in about a month 👍
Still can’t get past the push button gear selector, but the massaging seats may trump it. It won’t happen, but bump the hp and torque to better compete with GM’s new 2.5 turbo.
Will the A-Spec Advance (non Type S) trim include the massage seats that the Type S Advance comes with? I would love to have a Type S but Acura is not offering any incentives or special financing on the Type S models. It's hard to find a used Type S Advance without a steep markup, either.
Yes, any trim with “advance” in the name has massaging
I always loved the MDX but I decided to get now 2025 Honda Pilot Elite. It has enough Bells and Whistles for me. With the Multi-View Camera System, Removable 2nd Row Center Seat Ventilated fronts Seats and Heated 2nd Row.
It has 3rd Row A/C vents that baffles me the MDX doesn't have a ND the vehicles are cousin
I bet the touchscreen will
increase sales significantly
Great to see that Acura is keeping up with the competition like the Lexus TX and the refreshed Audi Q7 and Lincoln Aviator!
Very much improved! Good changes and a better look overall!
When is the drive review coming out? Really curious about sound reading, how the massage seats feel.
Within a month or so!
Awesome review Awesome vehicle. I am sad only touch screen infotainment screen especially because of reviewers who don't own or intend to own Acura products. I which it was both because on uneven roads its easier with older system which I have in rdx mdx and tlx and love.
Exactly, there was nothing wrong with the touchpad, works flawlessly and it literally takes minutes to learn to master.
@LA-zc9rg I agree...but lately Honda listen to reviewers more than customers.
now im debating over this or cx70...
Does the updated vehicle have SiriusXM?
Good review and showcase of the new 2025 MDX ! I have a 22 MDX Advance with a lease expiring in August. I have one problem with the confusing lineup. It seems that the Type S (which I pine for!) is equal to a A-Spec Advance with the following exceptions : The Turbo 3.0 V-6 Engine, controllable Air Suspension, and the 31 Speaker B & O Sound system? Do I have that right? The Typw S is an Advance , correct? The new Touchscreen is very welcome. Despite dealing with my 22 MDX with the TTIP system for almost 3 years, I still don't like It. If the MDX wasn't so good looking and ride/handle so well, the TTIP would have forced me to decline it. But I'm still Digesting that front end change with big lower bezels!! I have to see that live. Having said this, my 22 MDX is an outstanding SUV with terrific Handling/ Steering /Ride/ Comfort with many creature comforts. The Standard V-6 actaully s enough power and very responsive paired to a great 10 Speed AT.
Thanks! Yes, that is pretty much an accurate description of the Type S's equipment
Love all the outlets for charging
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Any news on backporting the new infotainment software to 2023 models?
No news yet!
I like that Acura doesn't follow other car manufacturers and put a giant screen across the dash. Wish they give you both touch screen and touchpad. Could do with less piano black though.
Some form of an Advance model will be sitting in my garage ready to be driven by the end off this year! MDX A-Spec Advance
Good luck. The regular engine choice is gutless. I hate mine
I was so hyped for this especially with the new touchscreen infotainment system, but once I heard no 3rd row vents… wow. The circulation is going to be horrible for someone like me who lives in the south.
You act like you’re sitting back there lol.
@@flexonthadevil no, but my kids will be. So regardless of who is sitting in the back, there won’t be great ventilation unfortunately.
@@N.amerrr that motor blower blows air through that second row vent so hard you can feel it in the 3rd row. There is no need to have vents back there unless it’s a tri-zone. The 3rd row gets plenty of air. I have a 23 mdx type S advance.
@@flexonthadevil that’s great to know! I won’t completely write the mdx off and definitely will give it a test drive. It’s such a beautiful car
Is the wireless phone charger improved? Current one struggles with the iPhone because of the cameras sticking out.
we noticed that when we owned the MDX Advance 2023. It would barely charge our iPhones. At least it was big enough
I’m really excited to see what the facelift 2025 has in store however I don’t think it’ll be big enough of an upgrade for my parents to replace their 2023! Still a fabulous luxury SUV! I do wish they kept the touchpad however (why not have both the touchpad and the touchscreen)
Yes I agree! Nice to see that they want to keep up with the luxurious features that the competition like the Audi Q7 and Lincoln Aviator have. You're right though, it's so subtle that I wouldn't really be able to tell the difference besides the wheels.
@@Car_conversati0nz agreed for the most part however I don’t get why you still can’t get lane change assist on a new MDX despite not caring for that feature at all
@@CarGeek360 I think they saved that for the Type S to make more 💰💰💰
@@Car_conversati0nz maybe but the biggest issue with the Type-S is the low-profile tires that to flat easily on bad roads (hence why we got the standard Advance instead) which is very disappointing in a family SUV especially considering the MDX Type-S isn’t even a performance vehicle despite what Acura marketing team will tell you
@@CarGeek360 yes that also pushed us away from buying an MDX Type S. The Type S isn’t really a performance vehicle, only an MDX with bigger brakes and a faster engine. That engine is still slower than the Lincoln Aviator’s base engine and about the same as the Audi Q7’s V6
I didnt notice any rear overhead hvac vents?
This is beautiful
did you get to test the sound? how did you find it compared to the ELS sound system
We were not able to with limited time and software constraints. Coming with a full review soon!
@@CarConfections I look forward to the full review! the ELS sound system has been incredible over the years so I'm wary that this is an upgrade at all and more of a brand signalling move from Acura
The rims for the 2025 Type S are Very Nice. Additionally the front Refresh is Okay or Average at Best. The Rear End needs Tweaking. The Rear End is boring to say the least. Hooray to the Touch Screen and optional B&O Sound system.
Anyone know if the RDX is getting a refresh? Love these features but being a 2 person family we don’t need 3 rows
Typically once a brand starts refreshing one or two models, the rest follow!
It’s already had a refresh. That dinosaur needs a redesign.
Needs a type s rdx
I see why it’s easily #1 for a 3 row.
Same, my parents have the 2023 and it’s amazing!
@@CarGeek360really? I have a 22 and it feels like a cheap tin can.
@@chad_rs how does your 22 MDX feel like a tin can?
@@chad_rs if you really felt this way, why did you even buy the car?
@@CarGeek360 it’s my wife’s work car. Needed something large, safe, reliable. It fit the bill.
When will the next refresh/redesign be after this?
No one knows
Typically another 3ish years.
Wish they offered a 2 row with my storage in the back
Third row folds down flat and there’s plenty of storage in the floor behind it.
Beautiful car. Still hate the piano, finger print black
This is nice but it still isn’t enough for me to upgrade from the 22 even with the new touchscreen. Now if they gave it more horsepower and torque and better gas mileage then we could talk
Belleza
So glad they moved the screen closer. I almost got an RDX, but the screen was so far away I couldn’t barely see it! Lol.
When is Honda/Acura going to get a self-driving option like a SuperCruse ? Even the 2024 Travers has SuperCruse option on several trims. Honda is an equity Holder of Cruse Automation, the company that developed SuperCruse. Honda is just getting more behind. I wonder what features from the MDX will filter down to the 2026 Pilot.
I noticed that it has a Honda accord touch screen but just Acurafied.
Vents exist for the third row, they're under the second row seats.
It’s so good, these will sell well worldwide.
When does it come out and how much?
May 2024
@@desisingh1711 soon! Excited for it
15:27 WHY would Acura wouldn't give you that for all that money ?? Anyways, must like for Acura 👍 Can't wait till they come up with reliable spacey 7 seater. Would be first one to buy
I guess this means the 2025 tlx type S will follow suit with these updates, e.g touch sceen.
No. The TLX already debuted its mid-cycle refresh earlier so anything new for it will have to wait for a brand new model.
I can't decide between the Acura mdx and the Lexus TX. I need a new car in January 2025
Shes a beauty ❤
They should have left the "wrist rest" over the wireless charging pad. They should have added a rear view mirror camera. How many speakers in Advance? You only listed base, technology + and type S. Didn't the 2024 Advance have 25 speakers? LMK.
Seems it is 31 speakers!
I agree I would miss the wrist rest too. I usually rest my hand on it while driving
Another review I saw said the regular Advance has 19 speakers. 31 seems to be reserved for the Type S.
Why is the MDX smaller than the Pilot
The piano black needs to go. Black is notorious to get fine scratches from washing and/or wiping if done incorrectly, and once it does it will look terrible.
It’s very nice, I love the metal speaker grills !
When is the drive review ?
Ima have to refinance my car for that one 😂
Looks MUCH better
It looks exactly like a 24… with a few minor and I mean minor tweaks.
@@LA-zc9rgyeah that added some more black plastic to the lower front grilles, new wheel style and that’s pretty much it on the outside, then made it a touchscreen and added some more speakers which I doubt you’d be able to hear over the previous system setup, nice incremental stuff but nothing big
RDX next I hope
DAMMIT if it just came with a track-pad I'd buy it. Hate the touchscreen.
Same. I prefer the trackpad. It’s very easy to use and keeps the fingerprints off the screen. And not to mention it made Acura unique compared to other luxury brands.
I prefer the TrackPad too
Yeah, not a fan of the look of that software as well.
@@shawcobra I’m not gonna comment on that just yet as it could grow on me but I do think they should’ve kept the TouchPad while still adding a touchscreen
I agree that it would have been nice to keep the pad and to add the touchscreen. However, Acura probably liked the idea of cutting down costs of the additional hardware since they are adding the touchscreen. (However, I also think they should have kept the hand rest even if they got rid of the pad).
My CX-90 PHEV has both a rotary dial AND a touchscreen (when you are using CarPlay or Android Auto) However, I prefer my rotary dial as well since I also dislike fingerprints.
I really considered and test drove the MDX, however, I would have had to pay 5-6k more to get an Acura with the equivalent features of my CX-90. Also, the Acura had much worse gas mileage than my PHEV model. Heck, even the inline 6 Turbo model has superior gas mileage to the MDX.
Like it
Fugly rear wiper. Move it up Acura. Ditch the gear selector buttons and go with a digital column gear selector.
Underwhelming refresh! Looks marginally updated and I see a lot of cheap plastic/trim in the interior.
When is this MDX coming out?
Probably summer
Why is 3rd row venting so difficult? That would make this vehicle perfect.
Exposed phone chargers, like this one, really need a small strap to keep the phone from bouncing out.
Still a lot of piano black but finally a touch screen. !
My parents have the 2023 and it’s amazing!
Looks way better than 2024 model.
@@JOSH-ge4ocI agree w/ the Type S, but I found that the style looks better for the non-Type S models compared to 2024, like the advanced trim
@@JOSH-ge4oc oh wow I see the X5 M in it I didn’t even notice that, to me they pulled off the non-Type S models alr with that design
I miss Trac pad, wish it was both....it's sad Acura listen to reviewers more than actual customers.
Good chance to add a mild hybrid anddddd ofcourse they didn’t
The exterior refresh is weak. Kind of like the old better. But there is an improvement on interior and it’s functionality
Needs a hybrid
Unbelievable the amount of whining about the TouchPad. I really like the '25 but I love my '24.
Sharp. Not enough HP to be considered over a BMW.
Ugh so close to a home run!! The touchscreen is a great upgrade, but I wish they’d integrate the infotainment system into the dash for a more refined look (and ditch piano black). What blows my mind is that they STILL don’t have vents in the third row. How can this be a top family SUV without them? As a Mom of 3 living in Texas, not having vents in the third row is an unfortunate dealbreaker. I really thought this would be the SUV for us, but without AC back there the 3rd row isn’t functional. How is it that the Pilot has vents but not the premium MDX? 🤯
I feel like the MDX is better suited for families of 3 or 4 who occasionally use their 3rd row, you should look at the Lexus TX
Yea the TX is our front runner right now, but I still don’t love the front end. I’ve just always driven Honda/Acura and would love to stay in the family, but Toyota/Lexus is a close enough relative. My parents still have the first generation MDX and I’ve always loved that car (still drives great too!)
Mdx 3rd row is spacious for most adults as long as you don't put 2nd row too far back. I havent seen anyone complain about lack of vents or too hot or too cold in the back.
@@Jeez001 We live in Texas … gotta have vents back there if you’re going to have passengers for an extended amount of time (especially if they’re a kid in a car seat). It’s another reason why ceiling vents are a much better option (and why the TX unfortunately beats the new MDX + comfort in the backseat). Even if they offered a climate package like Mercedes does for the GLS would be a win … I’d absolutely pay additional money to have ceiling vents in the 3rd row!
I have a ‘24 Advance. Not crazy about the true-touch but I prefer the infotainment screen not sticking out like a sore thumb.
Thank God they finally added the touch screen! That has been a deal killer for me since the day they introduced that abysmal trackpad. Otherwise, the MDX has been a great design and good value in this segment.
Accord wants their screen back 😂
Still no rear vents? Major fail for Acura.
Gas price going like a rocket
the gps map need be full screen
need a true 2 row and not a small RDX, Mazda and VW get it
Why doesn't the RDX have a Type S yet 🙄
So Acura added a whole bunch of speakers but couldn't add 2 AC vents for the 3rd row? I guess my kids' comfort is not very important.
New wheels aren’t very good looking. I prefer the ones that came on my wife’s 2023 Type S. Not a fan of touchscreen, I have touch on my Blackwing and it’s always covered in finger prints. And the kicker, no more apple car play or android auto.
The map display is the only thing new on the interior of this car that I wish I had in the 2023.
Also, massage seats already came with the advanced package, did I miss something? There’s no chrome in my 2023 mesh, wtf are you talking about? It looks the same 😂
Quad exhaust has been on the type S since 2022…
It’s going to be very heard to compete with the current ELS system where I can see it being a downgrade, it was already just that good.
Still no third row air vent wtf Acura 😂