2002 Acura MDX touring navi review from North America
"A best buy if you want comfort and a versatile vehicle, yet fits in the garage easily"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Not assembled as well as expected.
Pulled to right and steering wheel cockeyed left.
Third row seats didn't fold flat.
Middle row seat rattled.
Door weather strip split.
Rattle in dash.
Headlights aimed too low.
Rattle in driver's door.
Brake pedal groans.
Seat memory not accurate.
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General comments?
Typical anemic Honda A/C - slow to cool, but eventually catches up.
Under powered on freeway, but fine around town. Downshifts on even slight freeway upgrades.
MPG not bad (14 local and 21 trips)
Comfort outstanding even though driver seat back too reclined in full up position.
In spite of problems above and poor dealer service, quite pleased with car.
Dealer service is poor with more than one visit usually required to fix anything, but they eventually get the job done and give free loaners.
Hope the MDX doesn't have the same transmission problem as the Odyssey.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.5 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 2/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 10 miles |
| Most recent distance | 7500 miles |
| Previous car | Jaguar S-Type |
| Date of Entry | 12th September, 2002 |