Acura MDX Generation 3 (2014–2020)

Acura MDX Generation 3 (2014–2020) — production years, market prices by model year, NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, and live listings for sale on VehiSales.

Acura MDX — body generations

Generation Produced Facelift
Generation 1 2001–2009 —
Generation 2 2010–2013 —
Generation 3 2014–2020 —
Generation 4 2022–present —

Vehicles within one generation share the same platform and body style.

Engines used in the MDX

Engine families this model shipped with, by NHTSA VIN build data — each links to every model that shares it.

Engine Years in this model Also used in VIN builds ⓘ
Acura 3.5L 6-cylinder 2001–2026 10 models 154

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About this generation

The 2014 MDX Prototype was unveiled at the 2013 North American International Auto Show, the production version was revealed at the New York Auto Show. Production began on May 2, 2013; vehicle assembly shifted from Ontario, Canada to Lincoln, Alabama. US sales began on June 20, 2013, for the 2014 model year The MDX is powered by a 3.5-liter direct injected Earth Dreams V6 gasoline engine with Variable Cylinder Management.

A front-wheel drive (FWD) model is available for the first time, in Canada all-wheel drive remains the only configuration offered. EPA-estimated fuel economy is improved with all-wheel drive (SH-AWD) models rated at // (city/highway/combined) and FWD models rated at // (city/highway/combined). The headlights are Acura's Jewel Eye LED Headlights (first introduced on the RLX). Each headlamp uses five separate LED sources with three used for low-beam lighting and two for high-beam lighting.

LED bumper mounted fog lamps are offered as a dealer installed option. The interior reduced button clutter by adding a 7-inch touchscreen with haptic feedback, an additional 8-inch screen is also standard. To reduce interior noise an acoustic (PVB layered) windshield, acoustic front door glass and thicker rear glass are used as well as triple sealed door openings. Advance package models include further noise reduction using a thicker carpet base layer and front fender liners.

The seating H-point has been reduced. According to Acura the exterior is more aerodynamic reducing drag by 16% with the new model lapping Nürburgring 8 seconds faster than its predecessor. The steering gear ratio is 9% quicker for a more sporty feel. The MDX rides lower, which reduces its center of gravity. To reduce unsprung mass, the front suspension lower control arms are made from forged aluminum. Structure rigidity is improved and weight reduced through increased use of high-strength steel.

Overall, 64% of the total vehicle body mass is high strength steel (HSS), aluminum and magnesium. HSS makes up 59% of vehicle body mass; 1,500 MPa yield strength steel makes up 7%. A single ring-like hot stamped HSS outer door ring component reinforces the A-pillar, roof rail, B-pillar, and lower floor rail encircling the front doors for improved crash protection. Acura states that after conducting a simulated IIHS 25% small offset frontal crash test the front doors will open with normal force.

The updated Adaptive Cruise Control adds low-speed stop-and-go functionality. In terms of safety the MDX adds a standard driver's knee airbag, optional Lane Keeping Assist System and Collision Mitigation Braking System. For the 2016 model year, the Honda 6-speed automatic transmission was replaced for a ZF 9-speed automatic with more closely spaced gear ratios, which is 66 lbs. lighter and 25% faster gear shifts. The console-mounted shift lever was replaced with a push-button electronic gear selector.

Also the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system was upgraded with a twin-clutch rear differential which is 19 lbs. lighter and similar system found in the TLX. The MDX was refreshed for the 2017 model year and went on sale in June 2016. It features a diamond pentagon front grille which debuted on the Acura Precision Concept. To reduce body mass the front fenders switched from steel to an aluminum panel. All 2017 MDX trims will come standard with the AcuraWatch™ suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies, including Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) with Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKAS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with low-speed follow, and Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) with Lane Departure Warning (LDW).

An Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold, Auto High Beam headlights, SiriusXM Radio™ 2.0 and four 2.5-amp USB charging ports features are standard.

Source: Wikipedia — Acura MDX — Third generation (YD3/4/7; 2014), CC BY-SA.

Market by model year

Year Units for sale Median price Vs newest Avg mileage
2015 62 $13,998 58% 120,064 mi
2016 145 $14,500 60% 123,184 mi
2017 134 $18,218 76% 100,703 mi
2018 50 $20,255 84% 89,108 mi
2019 94 $21,998 92% 93,124 mi
2020 134 $23,995 100% 77,820 mi

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Recalls & complaints by year (NHTSA)

Year Recalls Complaints Most reported
2014 9 169 Steering, Electrical System, Engine
2015 8 70 Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Power Train
2016 7 360 Engine, Power Train, Unknown Or Other
2017 8 255 Engine, Power Train, Electrical System
2018 10 162 Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System, Electrical System
2019 9 191 Engine, Electrical System, Power Train
2020 8 215 Engine, Unknown Or Other, Electrical System

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

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