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2003 Acura MDX consumer reviews

$35,700 starting MSRP
side view of 2003 MDX Acura
(40 reviews)
92% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.5
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.3
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I’m In Love

This is the second vehicle that I ever owned it’s so spacious and stepping inside you’ll never know that it’s a 2003 the mechanic says that this suv will last a long time if it has the proper Maintenance

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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very spacious and reliable car

I love it, good on gas, easy and smooth drive, very comfortable and definitely I highly recommendable. oh, by the way for outside looks beauty and shine

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • 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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Best car I've owned

Love my MDX. Currently, still have my 2003 model and just bought a brand new 2020. 2003 model lasted past 260k miles and is still running. Only major issue was transmission that had failed around 2014. Very reliable, roomy and a crowd pleaser. Love my MDXs and will continue to buy Acura.

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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Very reliable and low maintenance

Very reliable and low maintenance. Has good performance and handling. 7 passenger capacity is a big plus with a large family and traveling out of state. It is a comfortable ride also.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Good value for a luxury suv

Great pick up when needing it. Stylish. Well-designed interior amenities. Smooth ride. Tranny makes me a bit nervous (148k miles now though). Parts are reasonable and many interchangeable with Pilot parts that are less expensive. Really enjoy my car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Family jewel that has outrun it’s purpose!

Acura makes fantastic cars. The MDX has a great feel, perfect for mid sized family. However, I’d opt for a Toyota in the future as it did give me some maintenance issues over time.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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transmission trouble

get terrible gas mileage, transmission is crap! pretty body-style but we need functional vehicle. 2003 should be recalled for transmission too. 2002 was recalled they need to look closer at 2003 model. .

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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15 years old, 238K miles, still going strong!

It's amazing to me that any vehicle could last this long without major mechanical problems, and still look completely stylish and feel comfortable. Not to mention how well they hold their value.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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One of the best cars I have ever owned

I really didn't want an SUV, I was looking for a pickup truck but I saw this one online and saw all the features it has. I was in love, not only was it pretty but it has so much room inside. I love that it has navigation and heated seat. heated mirrors and a backup camera. Some of my friends are jealous because it's so nice.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car I've drove

The car is absolutely outstanding I love it. The way the car drives is exquisite. It just exceeds all my expectations.

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 Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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