2018
Acura MDX

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Available trims

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  • FWD
    Starts at
    $44,200
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SH-AWD
    Starts at
    $46,200
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/Technology Pkg
    Starts at
    $48,600
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SH-AWD w/Technology Pkg
    Starts at
    $50,600
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/Technology/Entertainment Pkg
    Starts at
    $50,600
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SH-AWD w/Technology/Entertainment Pkg
    Starts at
    $52,600
    18 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/Advance Pkg
    Starts at
    $54,650
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SH-AWD w/Advance Pkg
    Starts at
    $56,650
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/Advance/Entertainment Pkg
    Starts at
    $56,650
    20 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SH-AWD w/Advance/Entertainment Pkg
    Starts at
    $58,650
    19 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Captain's chairs available
Sport Hybrid trim
Nine-speed automatic transmission
Room for six or seven people
Push-button third-row access standard

The good & the bad

The good

Ride quality
Front-seat comfort
Quietness
Gas mileage
Sliding and reclining second-row seats

The bad

Third-row space
No aisle with captain's chairs
High cargo floor
Digital heated-seat controls
Gas version's spongy brakes
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Acura MDX base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.4%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.4%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years old and newer from their original in-service date, with 80,000 miles or fewer at time of vehicle delivery.
Basic
2 years / 100,000 miles
Dealer certification
182-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

88% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 68 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.6
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

  • By Carol from Syracuse, NY
    Used to own this car
    May 4, 2025

    Two serious safety recalls & no parts available for over

    Two serious safety recalls & no parts available for over a year. Call to Honda and NHSA did not produce any results. Traded for a new reliable vehicle with super warranty.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 2.0
    Performance 1.0
    Value 1.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 1.0
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  • By Paul from GA
    Owns this car
    March 26, 2025

    I purchased a used 2018 Acura MDX Feburary 2025.

    I purchased a used 2018 Acura MDX Feburary 2025.I have owned it for just over a month. Driving and handling are very solid. The interior is great--especially the seats. You will read several folks discussing the entertainment system and other controls. Really nice features, just learn how to use them correctly. The only issue I did not like was the "lane assistance" feature--so I turned it off. If you are in the market for a luxury SUV go test drive one yourself. Price, quality, and reliability are hard to beat.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Donna O'Malley from Charlotte NC
    Owns this car
    January 10, 2024

    Love my MDX!!

    Bought my 2018 MDX from Hendrick Acura Charlotte and love it so much I'm looking to upgrade to a newer model. I kept up with all the maintenance and never had any issues at all. Acura is a good solid car!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jon from Columbiana, ohio
    Owns this car
    January 7, 2024

    MDX is a quality vehicle!

    Overall great vehicle. Bought with tech. Package couple grand. Navigation programming too complicated due to go through procedures. Really did not need tech. Package. Would not buy tech again. Don’t use most of the elements provided.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Kyoshi from Stamford CT
    Owns this car
    June 20, 2023

    Very pleased

    I have a 2018 Acura MDX tech pkg. Since day one I have had NO issues with my MDX. The seats are very comfortable the ride is very smooth . I took my MDX to Florida and back to NY with NO problems. The only thing that takes a little getting use to is the transmission. "TIP: If you ever have driven a standard shift vehicle than you would have no issues with this transmission . My MDX handle’s great has plenty get up and go I have NO problem getting on the highway . I get 22 MPG on the highway . So I am VERY satisfied with my purchase . I find that a lot of people have problems with the MDX because they the main switch on all the time. and as far as the MDX stopping automatically , you can change the follow distance , and if you are riding too close to another Vehicle and your vehicle stops than maybe you should give a little more distance .
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Adriel Gallegos from Markham
    Owns this car
    March 25, 2023

    Don’t buy an 17-20 Mdx

    This are my 8 reasons why you shouldn’t buy 2017 to 2020 mdx. 1) 9 speed transmission in stop and go traffic is outright terrible and out right dangerous , be careful in intersections, this truck wouldn’t respond when you hit the gas. 2) Collision Mitigation Brake System, TURN IT OFF ! The safety feature is the complete opposite. More like get me in accident feature. It’s too sensitive, if you like move through lanes or tailgate at times, be careful the truck will automatically break because you are too close to the car in front. Had this happened to me in the expressway, trying to change lanes, I almost got rear ended. Thanks Honda . 3) infotainment double screen is sooooo out dated , it’s really hard to look at it to. Too much going on. I can’t believe Acura didn’t changed till 2022 model. 4) performance wise, ehhh same old j35 . You are not winning in any races in this puppy. Mpg is okay average v6. 18mpg city , I should have bought the hybrid. But that Zf 9 speed transmission is truely awful. 5) getting into the 3rd row sucks !!! The seat folds and moves up about a foot and half, and you have to squeeze your self in there. If you your over 5’8 , good luck going back there. 6) the tailgate. Have fun moving big items with your tailgate open, you will hear the loudest most annoying beep you will ever hear. And you can’t shut it off either. 7) cargo space is okay I guess.. Put a stroller back there and you pretty much full. 8) the gearbox. I hate it. I wish it had no buttons. You think it cool in the beginning but guess what your going to miss a classic gear box. Go luck putting it in neutral when the starter goes out and you have to put your truck in neutral to gettowed. Gear box stays locked.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 1.0
    Performance 2.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 1.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By DEK from Fishers, IN
    Owns this car
    December 23, 2022

    What a Great Vehicle!

    Upgraded from a 2007 Honda Pilot (which was a fantastic and dependable vehicle). Had my eye on the MDX for a few years and finally purchased the Technology model. I'm absolutely thrilled with it. The steering wheel is solid, and steering is easy. Road handling and traction is great and instills confidence. It has a smooth ride and is very quiet, especially for the price. The interior is well laid out and has plenty of room. It is comfortable-I've taken several 2000 mile round-trips in it with family. The exterior is beautiful and gets stares. Love how the long front and back row doors makes the vehicle look. I purchased 20 inch Acura Berlina black alloy rims and it makes the car look even better. It is powerful and fast, especially when you put it into Sport mode, and passing is easy. Going from first to second gear is slow and it does take some time getting used to. But the slowness disappears when you put it into Sport mode. The only thing I would have done differently is get the Advance model which has softer leather seats.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jerome Albert from Chicago
    Owns this car
    July 12, 2022

    Lost me as a customer.

    Purchased a2018 MDX Hybrid. Pros: great performance, reliability, easy maintenance Con: poor infotainment selection/controls, overall layout..,no spar or donut, replaced w/inflation kit. My 3rd MDX. No more Acuras..
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By JL from CA
    Owns this car
    June 2, 2021

    Most comfortable car I have so far

    This MDX has very comfortable drive. Quiet, stable and gorgeous sound system which is my favorite. The MPG is a little bit high in local but free way is about 26 mpg, considering this is 7 seats and V6 car, it is not bad at all. Love it!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Courtsport from Indian harbor
    Owns this car
    May 2, 2021

    Enjoying the mdx

    So far so good our 1st Acura Hope it last longer than our last car! Wish had leather dash Absolutely love the comfort in the interior
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Imran
    Owns this car
    April 20, 2021

    vehicle is nice. 1st gear to 2nd is not smooth.

    Good design. comfortable, reliability : will see. Very slow 1st gear and does not have smooth transition into second gear but then transitions ok. My biggest and only complaint. very slow 1st gear.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By md allen from MAMARONECK,NY
    Owns this car
    April 7, 2021

    GREAT FAMILY SUV FOR MONEY

    This car is very smooth in driving and all instrumentation is very easy to navigate, all seats are very comfortable and lots of trunk space a true family van
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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Nearly 153,000 Acura MDX SUVs Recalled for Lighting Failure

Honda is recalling approximately 152,800 MDX SUVs from its luxury arm Acura over an issue involving the rear tailgate lid lights and exterior position lights, which may fail. Read more

94,000 2018-2019 Acura, Honda Vehicles: Recall Alert

Approximately 94,000 model-year 2018 and 2019 Acura and Honda vehicles are being recalled for their timing belts.

2014-2019 Acura MDX, MDX Sport Hybrid: Recall Alert

Approximately 322,900 model-year 2014-19 Acura MDX and model-year 
 2017-19 MDX Sport Hybrid SUVs are being recalled for their tailgate lid 
 lights.

2015-2019 Acura MDX, TLX and Honda Accord: Recall Alert

Approximately 437,000 model-year 2016-18 Acura MDX SUVs, 2015-19 
 TLX sedans and 2015-17 Honda Accord sedans with 3.5-liter V-6 engines 
 are being recalled.
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Acura MDX?

The 2018 Acura MDX is available in 5 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • w/Advance Pkg (2 styles)
  • w/Advance/Entertainment Pkg (2 styles)
  • w/Technology Pkg (2 styles)
  • w/Technology/Entertainment Pkg (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Acura MDX?

The 2018 Acura MDX offers up to 19 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Acura MDX reliable?

The 2018 Acura MDX has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Acura MDX owners.

Is the 2018 Acura MDX a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Acura MDX. 88.2% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 68 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.7

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