I dropped by my local Acura dealer here on the south side of Houston to see if they had the new MDX (they didn't) but they had several RDX's some of which were AWD. Not sure who is buying them though.

The subscription free traffic updates are not XM provided. They come over local radio stations. The Accord also does this as does the new Lexus IS I agree I don't want to pay for this, but the free system is not XM. If Honda can do this why not Acura?

 

Google "KBB 2014 MDX Review" for some nice real-world Forest/Eucalyptus pictures.

 

Did a test drive.

It seems that all dealerships at SF Bay Area now have 2014 MDX. There was another family who looked at a red-color one. I did a test drive with my reserved car (AWD/Advance/White/Eucalyptus).

Someone already posted the white color. It looks good. 2014 MDX reminded me of Toyota Venza (I like some looks), but I can say 2014 MDX is a well-balanced look between sportiness and softness. Something like (X5+Q7)/2 or (2013 MDX + JX35)/2. I am very positive on the exterior design.

The interior color (Eucalyptus) was pretty nice. Neither bland nor eccentric. A nice green/gray color. Sorry I didn't take pictures. You can see some pictures: http://www.kbb.com/car-news/all-the-...ew/2000009394/

The rear entertainment system wasn't that terrible. I tested with my iPhone 5 + Lighting HDMI cable. Should be enjoyable for kids. But, the system was too plastic and far from Apple-like products.

For the driving, I can't describe/compare exactly as I only drove sedans (2006 Accord and 2007 C300). But, the steering was not heavy and felt the car is light; very responsive. This is the point MDX is totally different from JX35. The engine sound at around 5000 rpm with a firm acceleration was impressive.

I wanted to see how the cabin was quiet. Unfortunately, we did a test drive in a busy street and my baby was crying in the back seat...

The only problem is that the price is at MSRP. I contacted four dealerships, but no gains. I still hate the steep price bump from Tech to Advance ($8000).

Anyway I believe 2014 will be a hit. No doubt about it.


A quick question: the car had 80 mile. Is this normal?

 

Did a test drive as well...
loved it.
Turn by turn navigation now displayed between revmeter and tachometer. Dealer was not aware of this .



Could not find the subwoofer, but I heard it.

To previous poster:
You mentioned steering: did you try all three modi , button sits right below gear shift stick thingie. .

The ac seats dried my wet panties quite nicely.


Wife likes the ride too, but bot the price if the Advance. And I agree, screen looks plasticy and somewhat cheap. I wish Acura would have made an advance minus entertainment package and $3k cheaper. Now I have to go with only the technology package (wife said so), or a a ML350, which is just slightly pricier after Costco discount $at $55k and similar equipped.They had 8 mdxs in their lot. This one is Forest Mist.

 

Pics come later... Sausage fingerd this from my fancy phablet. Upload did not work

 

printf- no 80 miles on a new car is not necessarily "normal." it just means other people have test driven the car.

most new cars that have only be driven when they arrived at the lot usually have a few miles on them. when i bought my TL, it only had 13 miles on it.

 

had the oil/filter changed yesterday at the local acura dealer. They have not received any 2014 MDX's yet. Wanted to check it out. Considering a SUV as my next purchase. Better for dogs. My tsx was a dealer trade so it had 138 miles on it when new. It now has 157K+miles.

 

just checked my dealer inventory...they have 25 MDXs on their lot (about 60/40, AWD:FWD). mostly, black (CBP), white (WDP), silver (silver moon), gray (graphite), no forest mist, 1 dark cherry, two of the blue. there are a few white with eucalyptus combos.

 

How well does that 2nd row push button seat-slide work with a car seat anchored in? Because the seat back folds over, I have to imagine this is useless if there is a car seat installed.

Can anyone confirm?

Here is how it works on the JX:

 

The new accessory wheels. Beautiful!

 

Was the exhaust put on wrong, or is it supposed to go through the suspension that way (in reference to Underside MDX.jpg (6 of 6))?

 

Hidden single exhaust. Not sure why they had to create the faux exhaust ports in the back bumper. Probably just for aesthetics, but not sure it is necessary.

 

Yes, I understand that part. =(

But, if you look at the exhaust pipe it is actually run through the suspension instead of around it. My 11 exhaust is run down the middle of the car, and not directly through the suspension. What happens if you hit a really big bump? Maybe the suspension just doesn't have that much travel, and smashing the exhaust pipe in the suspension isn't a concern.

 

RTA those accessory wheels are nice.

 

IDS was in normal mode. Didn't test the different modes. But, steering is lighter than 2006 Accord, and much lighter than 2007 C300.

 

What bay area dealer that you did a test drive? I'm not interested in the white color but I want to see how the Eucalyptus looks in person. Thanks.

 

The colors (both exterior and interior) on KBB website look much lighter than those on Acura website. Not sure which one is correct.

 

It was AutoWest Acura at Stevens Creek.

 

Yes, some pics would be nice. Thanks.

 

Thanks for the info. I look up their new car inventory but they didn't have any new 2014 MDX. Their tech department must be slow.

 

Here you go

 

Thanks for the pics. Do you have any the pics for the interior color?

 

At first I thought I was looking at the dash of a motorcycle. Lots of plastic. The exterior is really starting to grow on me. Subtle changes, but I really think for the better.

 

No, sorry. It was the color Parchment. Not my choice
I was more focused on the overall quality and features.

But I noticed, that there were a few things they have to refine.
For instance: the plastic (or whatever the material is) around the START Button (to start the engine) was partly covering up the button. The devil's in the details.

I also noticed, the trunk is big. Seems bigger than X5 or ML, bbbbbbuuuuuuut: it is less high. I mean from floor to ceiling, but it seems longer with the 3rd row folded.

So there is a trade off. You might fit your ski, but not your new 80" LCD from Costco

 

I believe that the cars are added by Acura corporate automatically. However, since the cars aren't officially 'on sale' till tomorrow, they are probably withholding it till then. Why? Most likely so that dealers can't sell it if they got cars earlier than others putting them at an advantage simply due to proximity.

 

A few more showed up today. I love the Fathom Blue, but I drive a Bali BP at the moment so I'm a bit partial

 

Graphite Luster looks awesome! I've always favored black cars, but damn hard to keep clean! My last 2 acura's have been either NBP or CBP. This go around it will be between WDP and Graphite Luster for me.

Really wishing we had some choco leather!!

 

Taking my 6MT TL in for service tomorrow and gonna check out the MDX before picking up my free loaner for the day.

Most likely will wait until the end of the year because:
A.) We only have 36k on our '08 Tech
B.) Paying retail is against my religion

 

Thanks for the kind words!

 

RTA thanks for the pics again! It wouldn't surprise me if the 3G MDX out sells the 2G MDX.

 

Thanks for the pics! Many of the colours look very nice, but the FATHOM BLUE looks really SHARP!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ouch.... eucalyptus interior really is GREEN........

 

Yeah I noticed that. It looks good though. I seen the KBB pictures and they had one that was a forest mist/eucalyptus combo.

 

Quick question: how long does 2014 MDX provide free XM radio? 6 months? And, what about the other subscription-based services (if any)?

 

Not sure about XM (I thought it was a shorter trial) but the basic AcuraLink service (live traffic) is provided for 3 years complimentary.

 

Wake up everyone, its like Christmas in July for fans of groovy grocery getter get ups.

Don't forget to drop the hammer on a test drive, balk about paying full MSRP, complain about lack of fog lights and lack of spare tires and lack of dubs and lack of buttons. Wheeeeeeee!!!!!!!!

 

So are planning on buying one.

 

White Diamond Pearl w/ Eucalyptus. This color is hard to capture, epecially with the lighting in the shop.

 

RTA once again, great pics! From what I've seen online including these pictures it's more of a soft green almost gray. I'll see if I can find the one's from KBB.

 

At first glance, I'd agree that it looks grey. Take a step back and look at the entire interior, you can see the hint of green come out. Again, I was in the shop so the lights are tricky inside. Once it's out in the sun, I'm sure it will really come through.

 

Courtesy of KBB. Here's the link also, there's more pictures. http://www.kbb.com/car-news/all-the-...ew/2000009394/

I picked these pics, because they show off the color of the exterior and interior. Forest Mist Metallic/Eucalyptus.