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2002 Acura MDX consumer reviews

$34,700–$36,700 MSRP range
side view of 2002 MDX Acura
(33 reviews)
84% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.5
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.3
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Most reliable car I've ever heard of

What a great car. I cannot say enough about it. My first car, and my current car for years ahead. What do you want to know? It's flawless. Easy to maintain. Comfort is very high. It's a snow beast. At 400,000km, 18 years old, this thing runs STRONG.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Most reliable car I've owned

Owned for 12 years, only had to repair AC though transmission issues came up around 150k. Touring edition full leather seats rival current $80,000 luxury SUV seats especially if you kept them conditioned all these years =)

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Nice looking and great when it?s not malfunctionin

I bought two used high mileage and fixed anything it needed. I was chasing codes on this suv and spent so much money I just sold it for a loss bc it was not worthy my time or risking my family safety. When it runs good. It is a really nice vehicle. Once a code is set off it?s done. Shuts off without warning and high maintenance. Reliability is not a strong suit used. I have driven many vehicles and this one I will not put my kids in again.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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MDX is the best

The MDX is a great vehicle; very reliable and inexpensive to maintain, even at nearly 17 years old. The AWD handles heavy rain so well, almost no hydroplaning. We only sold it because we were ready for some modern features that were not available in 2002.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very durable car

Very durable, spacious, comfotrable, good on gas and miles. I would recommend this SUV to anybody looking for something reliable, steady, and very roomie. Great on highway miles

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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2002 Acura MDX

I think this is a great vehicle. average mpg, great interior, good trunk space, heated seats, sunroof.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Impressive Luxury and Handling

The vehicle has lots of room and the 3rd row seating is a must for large family fun. Very comfortable and gets good gas mileage for a large SUV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

Very good room for big family and nice room to haul thing around in it enjoyed owning this car has new tires goes very good in snow.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I've owned

I love my Acura MDX. It runs like a champ. Hasn't had any issues...just regular maintenance. It is now almost at 200,000 miles and I fully plan to keep it going. Will need to change the timing belt again and I am sure it can run for another 100K. Just make sure you keep up on oil changes and other recommended maintenance and this car will treat you well. In my opinion, you can't go wrong with Hondas and Acuras and my MDX is no exception. The AWD is underrated and way better than I expected. Doesn't get stuck anywhere. It got me out of a foot of snow with no problem.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car to get around in, and haul if needed.

Overall this vehicle has been wonderful. There is plenty of interior room to haul friends or family, and anything large you may purchase. The ride is comfortable and does not feel as large as it is while driving. It handles sharp turns with ease, never feeling top heavy. I am very happy with this SUV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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