The popularity of the sport utility segment is staggering. They have become the transportation mode of choice among many outdoor adventurers and families alike. And like the venerable, stigmatizing minivan, an SUV with a third-row seat is equally capable of accommodating family needs, but unlike a minivan it can competently travel backroads and washed-out trails in pursuit of fun and adventure.
Of the many mid-level SUVs on the market, the highly refined, enormously comfortable and quite capable MDX gets my nod as a leader in the pack. It combines excellent quality, reliability, safety and style in a great looking package for a reasonable price. Not a bad combination.
Specifications:
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| The highly refined, enormously comfortable and quite capable MDX gets my nod as best mid-level SUV. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP): $50,300 - $55,600
- Body Type: 5-door SUV, unibody
- Layout: front engine, 4WD
- Engine: 265 hp, 253 lb-ft of torque, 3.5-L, SOHC, 24-valve V6
- Transmission: 5-spd auto with locking torque converter
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
- Curb Weight: 2,046 kg (4,511 lbs)
- Cargo Volume (max): 2,308 L (81.5 cu ft)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 14.1 / 9.4 L/100 km (20 / 20 mpg)
- Fuel Type: premium unleaded
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive - 60/100,000 powertrain
- Direct Competitors: Audi Allroad, BMW X5, Buick Rainier, Cadillac SRX, Chrysler Pacifica, Ford Explorer, GMC Envoy, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Infiniti FX35/45, Lexus RX 330, Lincoln Aviator, Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Mitsubishi Endeavor, Nissan Murano, Toyota Sequoia, Volvo XC90, Volkswagen Touareg
- Web Site: www.acura.ca
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