However, as such is not the case at the moment (nor will it ever be, mark my words), I was able to enjoy the Acura MDX Elite as a child-free driver - and this is a driver's SUV. With a 3.7L V6, this kid-carrier pushes out 300 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. Precise handling and a responsive drive-by-wire throttle meant that I actually enjoyed piloting this larger vehicle (another point on Acura's side). Couple that with Acura's 6-speed transmission and their Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), and the Acura MDX Elite is actually quite a capable SUV for any good Canadian as well.
Overall, the 2011 Acura MDX Elite is a great SUV to drive. It's functional and looks hot. One might even say this is one of the more feminine looking SUVs (but don't tell your husband that if he's had his eye on it as your next family vehicle). While the trunk space does drastically diminish when the third row is up, having that third row to begin with opens up a plethora of possibilities. And with a towing capacity of 5,000 lbs, should you need more room there's always the possibility of a hitch trailer for those long weekends away.
It's clear to see why this is Acura's cash cow, and should they continue along this path of stylish practicality it should remain as such for many future model years to come.
Overall, the 2011 Acura MDX Elite is a great SUV to drive. It's functional and looks hot. One might even say this is one of the more feminine looking SUVs (but don't tell your husband that if he's had his eye on it as your next family vehicle). While the trunk space does drastically diminish when the third row is up, having that third row to begin with opens up a plethora of possibilities. And with a towing capacity of 5,000 lbs, should you need more room there's always the possibility of a hitch trailer for those long weekends away.
It's clear to see why this is Acura's cash cow, and should they continue along this path of stylish practicality it should remain as such for many future model years to come.
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| With a 3.7L V6, this kid-carrier pushes out 300 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. (Photo: Sébastien D'Amour/Auto123.com) |
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