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Summary
The 2002 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.Availability of the MDX is limited as the plant that builds it (Honda of Canada Manufacturing in Ontario, Canada) is struggling to meet the demand. A new plant is coming on line, but don't look for too many deals as demand for the MDX is strong. Fred Vang contributed to this review.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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MDX ($34,700) (YD1822JN) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter 24v sohc VTEC V6 |
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Transmissions:
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5-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS, dual front and side airbags |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Ontario, Canada |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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MDX ($34,700) (YD1822JN) |
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Standard Equipment:
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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 |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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navigation system ($2,000); Touring Package ($2,600) 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 |
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Destination Charge:
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480 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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39780 |
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Layout:
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four-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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240 @ 5300 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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245 @ 3000-5000 |
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Transmission:
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5-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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17/23 |
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Wheelbase:
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106.3 |
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Length/width/height:
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188.5/76.3/68.7 |
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Track, f/r:
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66.3/66.5 |
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Turning circle:
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37.8 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.7/56.9/41.5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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39/56.3/37.8 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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36.3/48.5/29.3 |
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Cargo volume:
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81.5 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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4500 |
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Suspension, f:
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Independent strut with L arm |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent multi-link with trailing arm |
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Ground clearance:
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8 |
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Curb weight:
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4328 (w/touring pkg 4387) |
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Tires:
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P235/65R17 all-season |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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19.2 |
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