2007 Acura MDX Revealed

Automakers are not kind to bloggers and automotive journalists. More than one has made Sept. 1 the day they reveal all their new models for the next year. Most of the changes from 2006 to 2007 are minor, but the all-new 2007 Acura MDX is a remarkably different-looking vehicle than the one it replaces.

Outside it’s easy to see the differences between the two model years. What was once one of the most unassuming luxury SUVs on the market is now an aggressive player. Inside there are, of course, three rows of seats, a new dashboard and a different interface for various controls, including navigation.

Mechanically the MDX also features Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive. Every time I type that it makes me laugh. OK, back to the rest of the specs: There’s a 3.7-liter V-6 producing 300 hp under the hood, matched to a five-speed automatic transmission. This is a huge bump from the outgoing model’s 253-hp 3.5-liter. Mileage comes to a respectable but not mind-blowing 17/22 mpg city/highway.

Traction control, stability control, ABS, side curtain airbags for three rows, active front head restraints, driver and front passenger knee bolsters and side airbags are all standard. 

No price has been announced and expect the MDX to arrive at dealerships later this fall. Check out an array of exterior and interior photos below.

Update: 2007 Acura MDX Reviewed

Exterior

Interior

Cargo area

DVD System