majin ssj eric

I just wanna know what the door latches look like!

EhkoXC

To be expected though, Acura knows the MDX is probably their best product, so they won't mess with it too much.

Interior in the spyshots looks good though, I thought the RLX's interior was great, so I'm happy to see it in the MDX.

fsttyms1

No one ever said it had to feel like them or minivanish, just offer as much interior room.

TiggaMan909

Does anyone know if the next gen will follow the RLX drive train (PAWS vs. SH-AWD)? If so, i really hope they release both simultaneously rather then 1 at a time like they're doing with the RLX!

F23A4

I was following up Phile's post with my own attestation.

That said, going the GL route would definitely negate any minivan implications.

VTEC Racer

The hybrid RLX isn't expected to be released until Fall 2013. I couldn't imagine the MDX, which is supposed to be released in Spring 2013, getting it before the RLX.

Moog-Type-S

Dual screens and two hood-humps on the dash

Moog-Type-S

Also, can we confirm vents above or below the nav?

Fibonacci

Was still under wraps today, bummed that the official reveal is tomorrow around 10:40am. Was anxious to check it out because it probably is the vehicle on our next shopping list, not sure if I'll have time to go back again.

There are some nice pics in the Acura brochure which imagine will pretty much be close to the production version to look like. Styling is not a huge improvement over the current gen which has aged very well. If anything the proportions look longer, more Q7~ish and I'm not sure yet in an outstanding way.

TiggaMan909

http://www.worldcarfans.com/11301155...e-breaks-cover

Not bad at all.... Although i dont think all the LED's will make production... but I'm digging it!

Last Acura

Looks like a longer version of the 2013 RDX. Yawn.

khannie112

And the RDX looks like an updated version of the current MDX. I seriously wasn't expecting any drastic changes since the model sells so well.

With the better MPG and the updated look, these things will keep selling like hot cakes. I can't count how many MDXs I see everyday in New Jersey and I am all over the state with my job.

That thing will look great in Black!

F23A4

with your entire post.

I'll just add that it's profile reminds me of the Q7 as well.

fsttyms1

I really hope it is longer. I would consider one if it was closer in size to the buick enclave.

elessar

http://jalopnik.com/5976078/the-acur...roit-auto-show

"Prototype" is the perfect word to describe the this MDX concept as it doesn't appear to look like any Acura, or really any car, we've ever seen before. From its dramatic use of headlights in the front of the car to the inclusion of LEDs — normally reserved for hi-tech electronics — to the glass enclosed cockpit protecting its passengers from the elements, it is a shockingly sci-fi vision of a world we can barely glimpse.

Do we live in 2038 already? Is this Minority Report? Is there a use for a man anymore or is the future led by iron men with circuited brains?

Acura takes a huge risk with showing this prototype as it's impossible for them to create an MDX that looks remotely like this for production. Can you imagine them building it? Their buyers would wonder if they hadn't accidentally teleported to one of H.G. Wells' magical worlds of flying men and movable images beamed into every family's neon hovel.

Fortune favors the bold, and I can't imagine fortune smiling on anyone a much as Acura if even 10% this wild, absinthe-fueled dream is built.

MuGen7Modulo

Looking really good!

Well, said! Sedan+SUV+SuperSports car, 2013 is BIG!

So NSX in showrooms January 2014?!

SSFTSX

It look closer in size to infiniti JX/LX. . One major difference in design is that Audi/Infiniti slope downward in the rear that give it minivan feel. MDX look more SUV. MDX is still best looking of this bunch unless we see X5.

optical24

I found the prototype for the 2014 Acura MDX from Motortrend:
http://www.motortrend.com/future/con...mdx_prototype/

vybzkartel

x2

Moog-Type-S

Well the RDX looks like a Lexus

...makes sense that the MDX look like something else too...now it looks like an Audi.

When your original designs are tastic, you gotta go out and copy the ones that are better.

Great job, Acura!

Moog-Type-S

Looks just like this!

KillerG

lol. ITT people desperate to hate on acura

if its bad, here comes the shit parade
if its not that bad, "good job copying lexus/audi"

iforyou

iTrader: (1)

Welcome to AcuraZine!

Moog-Type-S

No hate, just call 'em like I see em.

The Honda new ute concept is bar far better than the MDX.

SlimTL

Things are looking good so far! Nice work Acura and welcome back!

phile

it looks like the current MDX and someone went to Pep Boys and bought after market LED strips.

Moog-Type-S

You are just an Acura hater!!

MTEAZY

Seems like it was designed by the NSX team. I think it looks pretty good for its segment and will continue to sell well The only thing I don't like are the LEDs in the front bumper. Why couldn't the RLX get some nice 5-spokes like this and NSX? I know it's bad for ride quality but they should at least offer the option.

JAB00

It's a good looking vehicle. It has a great looking profile. I agree that it does look similar to the Q7. I hope the LED strip at the bottom doesn't make it to production.

Rocketsfan

Looks like a bigger RDX with the Geordi La Forge treatment for the headlights. It looks pretty good, and if they improved the mileage, and kept the price reasonable, it'll continue selling.

ttribe

Looks decent. I don't have high expectations for SUVs in general, but this one is nice to look at.

KillerG

calling it:

grill and front end remains mostly unchanged, led strips removed and lower front bumper modified slightly

rear bumper goes full plastic and reflectors end up fully passive

jewel headlights available in top end mdx advance package

and.... plain ass silver wheels inbound.

Hapa DC5

Good to go. I'd check one out if I wanted to replace my SUV.

Sarlacc

Looks boring. With an ugly beak.

SSFTSX

RDX look like Lexus?. Just ground clearance will make them different vehicles.





see the size of overhang.

SSFTSX

The front door looks shorter in MDX than Q7. The roofline of Q7 is much steep to the rear. Rear overhang is shorter in MDX.

Allen-

I think it looks good.

I wish the headlights had retained more of the sexy shape from the teaser and not come out so square. I think it would really complete the theme.

The LEDs on the bottom need to go. Give it the Jeweleye headlamps and nothing else.

And finally, thank God Acura has given up on silver as the color of all vehicle reveals. I think color helps it appear not so sterile.

Allen-

And on second thought, what is the material in the wheels? Looks like glass inserts.

ostrich

I think it looks really great! The rear end reminds me of those Mercedes SUV's... the entire design looks much more upscale than the current MDX, and a huge step up from the new RDX.

Anyway, the moment I saw the new 2013 RDX I knew it was going to be a winner - and it is. I have a strong suspicion that this will be another huge winner for Acura again.

Fibonacci

They could have integrated the LED's a bit better, but I'm thankful that Acura has finally moved away from the old-school DRL's which look stupid cheap.

It only stands to reason that if you are going to claim technology on your mantle and ADVANCE as a tagline, your vehicles shouldn't be sporting the same halogens that debuted on a 1995 Geo Metro.