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2008 Acura MDX Safety Review

July 28, 2008

SAFETY | 10 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Few vehicles equal the MDX's safety story
Car and Driver

The MDX boasts a Top Safety Pick designation
Cars.com

Stability and traction control maintain poise
Forbes Autos

All the sources consulted by TheCarConnection.com’s editors raved about the 2008 Acura MDX’s remarkable safety levels.

Car and Driver's comment about few equaling the safety of the 2008 Acura MDX is an understatement. They report the MDX Acura includes all of the standard "active features" that are usually found on today's vehicles, which include ABS brakes with electronic brake force distribution, stability control, and traction control. In addition, standard (not optional) safety equipment reported on this site includes two-stage front airbags, front side-impact airbags, height-adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners, and three-row curtain airbags with integrated rollover sensing.

The Auto Channel reports that the 2008 Acura employs the company's patented Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) in the vehicle's structure and design. In case of a head-on impact, ACE construction distributes the force in such a way as to keep the MDX's passenger cabin from collapsing. What is marvelous here, however, is that the designers were not thinking only of the vehicle's occupants, but others as well. The hood design is specially designed to minimize injuries to any pedestrians that may be hit, and the bumpers are at a level that will do the least damage to other vehicles. In addition, one will find suspension stability and traction control devices that greatly improve driver control.

Conclusion

If safety while driving is your primary concern, the 2008 Acura MDX is absolutely a top choice.

SAFETY | 10 out of 10Expert Quotes:Few vehicles equal the MDX's safety storyCar and DriverThe MDX boasts a Top Safety Pick designationCars.comStability and traction control maintain poiseForbes Autos All the sources consulted by TheCarConnection.com’s editors raved about the 2008 Acura MDX’s remarkable safety levels. Car and Driver's comment about few equaling the safety of the 2008 Acura MDX is an understatement. They report the MDX Acura includes all of the standard "active features" that are usually found on today's vehicles, which include ABS brakes with electronic brake force distribution, stability control, and traction control. In addition, standard (not optional) safety equipment reported on this site includes two-stage front airbags, front side-impact airbags, height-adjustable front seatbelts with pretensioners, and three-row curtain airbags with integrated rollover sensing. The Auto Channel reports that the 2008 Acura employs the company's patented Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) in the vehicle's structure and design. In case of a head-on impact, ACE construction distributes the force in such a way as to keep the MDX's passenger cabin from collapsing. What is marvelous here, however, is that the designers were not thinking only of the vehicle's occupants, but others as well. The hood design is specially designed to minimize injuries to any pedestrians that may be hit, and the bumpers are at a level that will do the least damage to other vehicles. In addition, one will find suspension stability and traction control devices that greatly improve driver control. ConclusionIf safety while driving is your primary concern, the 2008 Acura MDX is absolutely a top choice. 2008 ACURA MDX STYLING | 9 out of 10 Car and Driver: "The MDX goes for a techno-futuristic look" Cars.com: "a more integrated look" Edmunds.com: "metallic grille looks as if it could be wielded by a Spartan in battle" Washington Post: "a big, ugly grille that is supposed to ...

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Other Choices:

Among these mid-size, road-oriented crossover SUVs, the Acura MDX has a ride that’s better than all but the RX 350, while offering straight-line performance that’s close to or better than all of them. On the other hand, most of these competitors outdo the MDX in available high-tech options, such as laser cruise control, adaptive (swiveling) headlamps, or lane-departure warning systems. The FX 35 lacks a third row, but it’s the only one in the group that handles as well or better than the MDX; the FX’s ride, however is not as good. The XC90 has a roomier third row, but it’s the least exciting to drive. The Audi Q7 has a beautiful interior and plenty of luxury features, however it’s surprisingly cumbersome, revealing of its especially hefty curb weight.

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