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2010 Acura MDX Review

August 18, 2009

STYLING | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Techno-futuristic" but “funky
Car and Driver

Interior gets a “thumbs-up
Washington Post

Ugly wood trim
Jalopnik

New in 2007, the Acura MDX—described by Car and Driver as "a tall wagon [that] is an all-weather hauler on the sporty side"—gets a minor makeover inside and out for the 2010 model year. Reviewers from around the Web are mostly pleased by the richness of the cabin, but the oddly styled grille encounters more controversy than favor.

Kelley Blue Book reports "the characteristics that made the original MDX appealing have carried over intact, if not improved," with few changes from 2007.
There, opinions on the new MDX front end veer south. Car and Driver calls the MDX's styling "techno-futuristic,” but adds that while the new look is “more glitzy and expressive…the end result is just as funky as most other Acuras.” Edmunds feels the design lacks “a little in terms of personality and prestige." ForbesAutos deems the MDX "bolder and richer-looking" with "chiseled lines" that are less conservative than its predecessor, and Kelley Blue Book adds the overall look is "wider, lower [and] more aggressive."

Step into the big doors, and the MDX gives a far better impression, most reviewers say. The largest Acura gets a "thumbs up for interior design and layout” from the Washington Post, while ConsumerGuide notes the “attractive blend of rich-looking materials, with especially pleasing switchgear feel and movement." As with most reviewers, Car and Driver feels “the dash looked as busy and complicated as ever,” but gives Acura credit on content, if not execution: “Fortunately, the leather is sumptuous, the seats are very comfortable, and the navigation system is still one of the best available." Jalopnik demurs on the newly stained wood trim: “Bizarrely, Acura has slathered the dash and console in an ugly wood trim that isn't in keeping with the otherwise tech-focused nature of the interior.”

Conclusion

Odd grille and busy cabin aside, the 2010 Acura MDX appeals to a new generation of sport-ute shoppers with its tech-influenced shapes.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:Techno-futuristic" but “funkyCar and DriverInterior gets a “thumbs-upWashington PostUgly wood trimJalopnik New in 2007, the Acura MDX—described by Car and Driver as "a tall wagon [that] is an all-weather hauler on the sporty side"—gets a minor makeover inside and out for the 2010 model year. Reviewers from around the Web are mostly pleased by the richness of the cabin, but the oddly styled grille encounters more controversy than favor. Kelley Blue Book reports "the characteristics that made the original MDX appealing have carried over intact, if not improved," with few changes from 2007. There, opinions on the new MDX front end veer south. Car and Driver calls the MDX's styling "techno-futuristic,” but adds that while the new look is “more glitzy and expressive…the end result is just as funky as most other Acuras.” Edmunds feels the design lacks “a little in terms of personality and prestige." ForbesAutos deems the MDX "bolder and richer-looking" with "chiseled lines" that are less conservative than its predecessor, and Kelley Blue Book adds the overall look is "wider, lower [and] more aggressive." Step into the big doors, and the MDX gives a far better impression, most reviewers say. The largest Acura gets a "thumbs up for interior design and layout” from the Washington Post, while ConsumerGuide notes the “attractive blend of rich-looking materials, with especially pleasing switchgear feel and movement." As with most reviewers, Car and Driver feels “the dash looked as busy and complicated as ever,” but gives Acura credit on content, if not execution: “Fortunately, the leather is sumptuous, the seats are very comfortable, and the navigation system is still one of the best available." Jalopnik demurs on the newly stained wood trim: “Bizarrely, Acura has slathered the dash and console in an ugly wood trim that isn't in keeping with the otherwise tech-focused nature of the interior.” ConclusionOdd grille and busy cabin aside, the 2010 Acura MDX appeals to a new generation of sport-ute shoppers with its tech-influenced shapes. 2010 ACURA MDX STYLING | [7 out of 10] Car and Driver: "Techno-futuristic" but “funky” Washington Post: Interior gets a “thumbs-up” Jalopnik: “Ugly wood trim” New in 2007, the Acura MDX—described by Car and Driver as "a tall wagon [that] is an all-weather hauler on the sporty ...

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The 2010 Acura MDX is among TheCarConnection.com’s top-ranked large crossovers. Contenders include the handsome Buick Enclave, with great safety and sex appeal, as well as a prettier interior with a piece or two of less-appealing plastic trim than the MDX. The Volvo XC90 has three rows of seats, but seating anyone in the third row is an awkward exercise, fuel economy is relatively poor, and initial quality has been less than exemplary. The new Lincoln MKT takes the fundamentals of the roomy, capable Ford Flex and wraps them in distinctive sheetmetal—and fits in a 355-horsepower turbocharged six-cylinder engine for class-leading power.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By  valve replacement #1, Posted: 8/14/2009

    Complex control systems using valves requires an automatic control based input of an actuator. The actuator strokes the valve allowing the valve to be positioned accurately and allowing control over a variety of requirements.

  2. By ducle #2, Posted: 10/12/2009

    ilove the car

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