2001 Acura MDX Review (continued)
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Summary

The Acura MDX combines most of the virtues of the SUV genre and diminishes or eliminates most of its vices. Anyone seeking comfort, performance, spaciousness, flexibility, proven safety features, environmental awareness and driving pleasure in a value-loaded package must have a look at the MDX.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:	MDX
Engines:	3.5-liter 24v sohc VTEC V6
Transmissions:	5-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	ABS, dual airbags standard
Saftey Equipment (optional):
Basic Warranty:	4 years/50,000 miles
Assembled In:	Ontario, Canada

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	MDX
Standard Equipment:	leather seating (except 3rd row); power windows, locks and mirrors; moonroof; cruise control; seven-speaker AM-FM/CD/cassette; power adjustable front seats; alloy wheels; multi-function digital trip computer; third row stowable seats; four-wheel drive with lockable differential
Options As Tested (MSRP):	navigation system; Touring Package includes special alloy wheels, roof rack, tilting back-up mirror, remote keyless entry linked to memory seat and mirrors, Acura/Bose 200-watt audio system with 6-disc CD changer; destination charge
Destination Charge:
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	40000
Layout:	four-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	240 @ 5300
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	245 @ 3000-5000
Transmission:	5-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	17/23
Wheelbase:	106.3
Length/width/height:	188.5/76.3/68.7
Track, f/r:	66.3/66.5
Turning circle:	37.8
Seating capacity:	7
Head/hip/leg room, f:	38.7/56.9/41.5
Head/hip/leg room, m:	39.0/56.3/37.8
Head/hip/leg room, r:	36.3/48.5/29.3
Cargo volume:	81.5
Payload:
Towing capacity:	4500
Suspension, f:	Independent strut with L arm
Suspension, r:	Independent multi-link with trailing arm
Ground clearance:	8
Curb weight:	4328 (w/touring pkg 4387)
Tires:	P235/65R17 all-season
Brakes, f/r:	disc/disc with ABS
Fuel capacity:	19.2