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Updated for 2010 with a new transmission and revised styling, the seven-seat MDX luxury SUV has a 5,000-pound tow rating and Acura's Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive. It competes against the BMW X5, Lexus RX 350 and Mercedes-Benz M-Class. It's top-rated in crash tests and has a history of above-average reliability.

New for 2010
Changes this year include a new grille similar to the ones on Acura's TSX and TL sedans, updated taillights and tailpipes, a new steering wheel, revised gauges and some new high-tech options. An Advance Package replaces last year's Sport Package, and a six-speed automatic transmission supplants last year's five-speed automatic.

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The seven-seat MDX luxury SUV has a 5,000-pound tow rating and Acura's Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive. The MDX competes against the BMW X5, Cadillac SRX, Lexus RX 350 and Mercedes-Benz M-Class. It's top-rated in crash tests and has a history of above-average reliability.

New for 2009
There are no significant changes for 2009.

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Acura introduced its MDX as a 2001 model. Before long, the midsize sport utility vehicle from Honda's luxury division began to tally impressive sales totals. Shoppers even faced waiting lists for the car-based seven-passenger MDX, which is loaded with luxury features. For 2007, the MDX has been redesigned, gaining more horsepower and Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive, as well as numerous options.

The MDX competes against such rivals as the BMW X5, Lexus RX 350 and Mercedes-Benz M-Class. It features Bluetooth connectivity, variable power-assist steering, a tire pressure monitoring system and a 5,000-pound tow rating for 2007.

Acura introduced its MDX as a 2001 model. Before long, the midsize sport utility vehicle from Honda's luxury division began to tally impressive sales totals. Shoppers even faced waiting lists for the car-based seven-passenger MDX, which is loaded with luxury features.

Built on the platform used for the previous-generation Honda Odyssey minivan, the MDX is manufactured in Ontario, Canada. It competes against such rivals as the BMW X5, Lexus RX 330 and Mercedes-Benz M-Class.

XM Satellite Radio became standard for 2005, and all models equipped with Acura's navigation system got General Motors' OnStar communication system. The navigation system was enhanced to include additional voice commands, and the Touring Package got HandsFreeLink phone operation, which allows a compatible mobile phone to be used as a hands-free car phone. Acura's Vehicle Stability Assist electronic stability system was enhanced.

Touring Package models for 2006 have an ebony-colored zebra wood pattern on the console and door switches, as well as refined satin chrome accents. Under new testing standards established by the Society of Automotive Engineers, the MDX's 3.5-liter V-6 is now rated at 253 horsepower.

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