2025 Acura MDX A-Spec Advance | BIG CHANGES Make it #1 Again | 2025 MDX Interior & Exterior Review

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  • Опубліковано 29 сер 2024
  • This is a review of the refreshed 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec Advance SH-AWD. The MDX is a luxury 3 row midsize SUV in the US market going up against competition like the Lexus RX350, BMW X5, Genesis GV80, and Audi Q7. This review will explore the car's features and design elements.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 80

  • @snostorm100
    @snostorm100 2 місяці тому +18

    Just got a 2024 for a great price they are moving the left over stock. The Infotainment is an improvement but I have no issues with he trackpad I'm totally use to it an its become intuitive. I find when driving its better than reaching for a touch screen. Just my opinion.

    • @Chiroman527
      @Chiroman527 2 місяці тому +1

      I have a 22 MDX Advance with the TTIP. After 34 months of using it, I can agree somewhat that "you get Used to it". But it really SUX when in Android Auto or Car Play mode. Reviewers rarely spell that out. When i AA mode, the touch pad becomes a very SLOW Mouse pad. I take my eyes off the road much more because the cursor moves so slowly across the board. And, when in AA , you cannot use the center Console USB port to play Flash Drives of music!! This review does NOT tell you that.

    • @shawnf6228
      @shawnf6228 2 місяці тому +2

      I work for Acura and I couldn’t agree with you more let’s be unsafe and reach for a screen all while taking our eyes off the road makes a ton of sense . But it’s what the car people wanted so here it is.

    • @marcelaalva4682
      @marcelaalva4682 2 місяці тому

      Do you me asking how much and what trim? I’m looking for a 2024 MDX. They are offering a low APR which is unheard of these days.

    • @martinjouan3579
      @martinjouan3579 2 місяці тому

      @@marcelaalva4682 I got $7500 off for MDX tech package or higher trim with 3.99APR.

    • @Armymom65
      @Armymom65 2 місяці тому +2

      Same here. Got a 2024 mdx a spec. I was dreading that touchpad. Now I love it. No smudges on my screen and don’t have to take my eyes off the road 🎉

  • @freeignition
    @freeignition 2 місяці тому +2

    Wow A Spec advance has everything the Type S advanced has except for the engine and suspension! Great color too. Too bad the arm rest is gone

    • @danielmelendez9943
      @danielmelendez9943 2 місяці тому

      a gimmicky trim for Acura for then to cahrge more. from a price standpoint, why would you pay that when you can just have the Type S

  • @Coedai_76
    @Coedai_76 2 місяці тому +6

    Great review. Nice they added the touchscreen. For folks like me that hate a fingerprint ridden screen I'd have to wipe all the time, I'm fine with the TouchPad in my 24 RDX. Combined with voice commands it's simple enough to operate. Don't understand all the hate it gets really, but nice to have the touch option.

  • @bicosoundmix
    @bicosoundmix 2 місяці тому +7

    I wanna see the 2025 Acura Rdx

  • @kevinthant2952
    @kevinthant2952 2 місяці тому +7

    I wish Acura also adds air vent for third row.

    • @2527cordero
      @2527cordero 2 місяці тому +2

      2026 they will add aire vents in 3rd row for 10K more

    • @kevinthant2952
      @kevinthant2952 2 місяці тому

      @@2527cordero then they will not be competitive against other rivals such Lexus TX which has air vent for the same price. Even many other non-luxury SUV/minivan comes with air vent for third row including Honda Pilot and Odyssey.

  • @conqueryourself9527
    @conqueryourself9527 2 місяці тому +3

    The old diamond grill is better looking. The new one looks from Genesis.
    As every MDX owner is saying, the AC is weak.
    Suspension need some serious tuning, too much body roll and rough ride, but so not sure on the Type-S.

  • @hybridsnowleopard
    @hybridsnowleopard 2 місяці тому +2

    I wish that they didn't get rid of the touchpad completely and let the driver have both so they can choose which one they want to use.
    I hate having fingerprints all over the screen.

  • @jackwong64
    @jackwong64 2 місяці тому +1

    You are great! I like your video!

  • @AR-nz1yh
    @AR-nz1yh 2 місяці тому

    Looks beautiful for me would have been nice to have a true 7 passenger suv

  • @shellyb.8387
    @shellyb.8387 2 місяці тому +2

    Luxurious

  • @zelnando
    @zelnando 2 місяці тому

    the interface was good while driving!

  • @vrod1a
    @vrod1a 2 місяці тому

    Nothing much has changed for the better IMO, except for massage seats.
    I actually prefer the TTP,
    The audio system is inferior to ELS,
    I hate the piano black and it is still there,

  • @magnoliap5824
    @magnoliap5824 2 місяці тому +2

    Honestly, I’d buy a QX60 Luxe and save several thousand dollars. 😂

  • @JayJay-he9bk
    @JayJay-he9bk 2 місяці тому

    I’m buying the tlx type s as soon as they get rid of the touchpad

  • @jr1885
    @jr1885 Місяць тому

    I’m curious to know do you think this is better SUV than the GV80? Also both brands have switched to Bang & Olufsen, but which one sounds the best?

    • @OpticalAutomotive
      @OpticalAutomotive  Місяць тому +1

      I have an audio test clip of the B&O in the GV80 in this video:
      ua-cam.com/video/KlEXNv6fHws/v-deo.html
      In choosing between the two, it depends on your priorities. If you're more focused on having a more upscale and comfortable feeling vehicle, it would be the GV80. But if you are looking for the more reliable and more sensible option (but still having a nice upscale feel), MDX.

    • @jr1885
      @jr1885 Місяць тому

      @@OpticalAutomotive thanks for your help! It’s been a hard decision deciding between the two. I will be driving the Type S as soon as my dealer has one.

  • @danielmelendez9943
    @danielmelendez9943 2 місяці тому

    pricing does not make sense when you can have a type S for a few more dollars that has a better engine and quicker transmision.

  • @deannaj1027
    @deannaj1027 2 місяці тому

    I’ve noticed the 2025 Acura MDX A-Spec Advance doesn’t come with SiriusXM. I recently looked at one. I was told SiriusXM can be streamed from an app.

    • @OpticalAutomotive
      @OpticalAutomotive  2 місяці тому +1

      It doesn’t come preinstalled but the system does come with the Google Play store and Siriusxm can be downloaded there

  • @cokoblaze
    @cokoblaze 2 місяці тому +30

    Don't like the center console now. Just looks blah...should've kept the touchpad along with the touchscreen 🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @davidjones2059
      @davidjones2059 2 місяці тому

      Progress, I guess.

    • @JayJay-he9bk
      @JayJay-he9bk 2 місяці тому +3

      Ok grandpa

    • @2527cordero
      @2527cordero 2 місяці тому +4

      Another grandpa here 😂😂😂🥸
      center console look cleaner the way it was only needed touch screen

    • @Coedai_76
      @Coedai_76 2 місяці тому +4

      Totally agree, they should've included both options.

    • @courtneyrobinson8295
      @courtneyrobinson8295 2 місяці тому +3

      All the Germans, including the Koreans now, give multiple options to use the infotainment. I have a Type S right now, and the palm rest comes in handy, and cleans up the look of that large wireless phone charger....plus it looks better 🤷🏾‍♂️

  • @jjaacckkyy
    @jjaacckkyy 2 місяці тому +4

    good car but too expensive

    • @kkgolf5371
      @kkgolf5371 2 місяці тому +2

      Compared to what?? Lexus, Audi, Mercedes, Infiniti, they all are overpriced not an Acura.

  • @SupraManG
    @SupraManG Місяць тому

    It's still a shame that ACURA does NOT want to include 3rd-row air vents after numerous times of sending them messages about including them into the MDX. Guess they don't care about the lil children who'll be riding back there.

  • @eddy781_azus3
    @eddy781_azus3 2 місяці тому

    I own a 2024 mdx 3 things need to be fix. 1 acceleration pedal to much vibration feed, 2 Bluetooth to slow same as my old 2017 mdx like 2 to 3 second delay, 3 tires they are super loud and have like a bump noise really weird i have driving 3 different mdx apec same noise, wat it sad is that they now but keep using does crapy tires.

  • @YY-tw3cf
    @YY-tw3cf 2 місяці тому

    still missing digital rear mirror and built in dash cam...

  • @kenfrankel3498
    @kenfrankel3498 2 місяці тому

    Not a fan of the blk leather w red stitch. Do love the Urban Grey Pearl exterior. That said… can the mocha leather be paired with Urban Grey Pearl ?..

    • @OpticalAutomotive
      @OpticalAutomotive  2 місяці тому

      Only black or white are available with the Urban Gray

    • @kenfrankel3498
      @kenfrankel3498 2 місяці тому

      @@OpticalAutomotive Sorry to hear that… But tku for letting me know …

    • @tituss559
      @tituss559 2 місяці тому

      Is there anyway to upgrade my screen and keep the TouchPad? I spent 106k on my mdx after addons and taxes 😭

    • @OpticalAutomotive
      @OpticalAutomotive  2 місяці тому

      Not that I know of

  • @shinedownfly
    @shinedownfly 2 місяці тому +3

    70k! Exterior is looking a little too busy and not premium enough. Don’t get me wrong there are nice design elements inside and out. The extensive use of piano black plastic inside is awful for the price. The Mazda cx90/70 beats this is every aspect and is 10k cheaper!

    • @gamelauncher9821
      @gamelauncher9821 2 місяці тому

      100% on the right

    • @jjaacckkyy
      @jjaacckkyy 2 місяці тому

      yeah. Apsec advance should use more gloss black not flat black.....even just advance package use better meterial than Aspec advance😅

  • @jakepthsd
    @jakepthsd 2 місяці тому

    Acura MDX strut and control arm parts are low quality - if you got the MDX to some mild bumpy back, struts, control arms start having problems!

  • @TheRedskinsnews1
    @TheRedskinsnews1 2 місяці тому +1

    Does the wireless charger work now?

    • @OpticalAutomotive
      @OpticalAutomotive  2 місяці тому

      Didn't get the chance to use it :(
      Hopefully it does because previously I had issues with it.

  • @Topside27
    @Topside27 2 місяці тому

    You mentioned it, but does it have SiriusXM radio?

    • @OpticalAutomotive
      @OpticalAutomotive  2 місяці тому

      It doesn’t come preinstalled but it’s available on the Google Play store which does come preinstalled. I meant to explain that but didn’t

    • @Topside27
      @Topside27 2 місяці тому

      @@OpticalAutomotive Available through a standalone app or via Android Auto/ Apple Carplay through a phone?

    • @OpticalAutomotive
      @OpticalAutomotive  2 місяці тому +1

      @@Topside27 It should work without your phone. The infotainment is an Android-based system and since it has the play store, that means it can download apps right onto the system. And there is a siriusXM app in the play store. This is my understanding, but I would double-check with a dealer.

    • @Topside27
      @Topside27 2 місяці тому

      @@OpticalAutomotive Thank you for your reply! I am very interested in this vehicle. Would you mind please confirming that I can download a standalone app through the new-built in Google based infotainment system. I'm all about new tech, but I don't want to give up my current SiriusXM functionality.

  • @David-tf3zr
    @David-tf3zr 2 місяці тому

    Still not there yet.

  • @doolittlegeorge
    @doolittlegeorge 2 місяці тому

    Still no vehicle autonomy and towing and hauling still is really weak. Verdict: Honda off road making friends and influencing people even bigger than Acura now

  • @haze1123
    @haze1123 2 місяці тому

    Touchpads and dials are lame. Touchscreens rule. ❤

  • @gamelauncher9821
    @gamelauncher9821 2 місяці тому

    That’s 70k for a Aspec no just no go get a types S instead or a CX-90

  • @hassandawudi4810
    @hassandawudi4810 2 місяці тому

    $70k! Dang

  • @iMotoTactic00L
    @iMotoTactic00L 2 місяці тому +1

    same old motor. gas eater. $69k overpriced

  • @spookyazct
    @spookyazct 2 місяці тому +1

    Air vents 😂 fix the A/C system will not cool car 🚗 in very hot climate like Phoenix or. Vegas will not cool .😎