2018 Acura MDX Specifications & Features

2018 ACURA MDX SPECIFICATIONS
  MDX MDX SH-AWD MDX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD
ENGINE      
Engine Type Alluminum-alloy V-6 Alluminum-alloy V-6 Alluminum-alloy V-6
Displacement (liters) 3.5 3.5 3.0
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) 290 @ 6200 290 @ 6200 257 @ 6300
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) (SAE net) 267 @ 4700 267 @ 4700 218 @ 5000
Valvetrain 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC® 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC® 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC®
Compression Ratio 11.5:1 11.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Injection Direct Direct Port
Throttle Control Drive-by-Wire Throttle System Drive-by-Wire Throttle System Drive-by-Wire Throttle System
Idle Stop  A A
CARB Emissions Rating ULEV125 ULEV125 ULEV125
Tune-Up Interval 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups
A = Advance Package      
 
FRONT DIRECT DRIVE MOTOR      
Direct Drive Motor Power (hp (kW) @ rpm)     47 @ 3000
Direct Drive Motor Torque (lDirect Drive Motor Torque (lb-ft (Nm) @ rpm)b-ft (Nm) @ rpm)      109 @ 500-2000
 
REAR TWIN MOTOR UNIT (TMU)      
TMU Power (hp (kW) @ rpm)     (36 + 36) @ 4000
TMU Torque  (lb-ft (Nm) @ rpm)      (54 + 54) @ 0-2000
 
Battery Type     Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
 
Combined System Power (hp)     321
Combined System Torque (lb-ft)     289
       
DRIVETRAIN      
 
Front-Wheel Drive NA NA
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®)  NA NA
Sport Hybrid SH-AWD® (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™) NA NA
9-Speed Automatic Transmission NA
Motor-Integrated 7-Speed DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) NA NA
Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifters
Gear Ratios      
1st 4.71 4.71 4.40
2nd 2.84 2.84 2.75
3rd 1.91 1.91 2.03
4th 1.38 1.38 1.55
5th 1.00 1.00 1.14
6th 0.81 0.81 0.84
7th 0.70 0.70 0.62
8th 0.58 0.58 NA
9th  0.48 0.48 NA
Reverse 3.83 3.83 3.66
Final Drive  4.33 4.33 3.83
Max Towing Capacity (lbs) 3500* 5000* Not Recommended
* Additional equipment required. Consult your Acura dealer for details.      
 
CHASSIS      
       
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension
Multi-Link Rear Suspension 
Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear) 24.0 / 25.4 25.0 / 26.5 25.0 / 26.5
Amplitude Reactive Dampers NA
Active Damper System NA NA
Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS)
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) 3-mode (Comfort, Normal, Sport) 3-mode (Comfort, Normal, Sport) 4-mode (Comfort, Normal, Sport, Sport +)
Agile Handling Assist®
Ventilated Front Disc / Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in) 12.6 / 13.0 12.6 / 13.0 13.0 / 13.0
Aluminum Alloy Wheels 18 x 8.0 Shark Gray Machine-Finished 5-Spoke  18 x 8.0 Shark Gray Machine-Finished 5-Spoke  NA
Aluminum Alloy Wheels (Technology Package) 20 x 8.0 Pewter Gray Metallic Machine-Finished 10-Spoke  20 x 8.0 Pewter Gray Metallic Machine-Finished 10-Spoke  20 x 8.0 Pewter Gray Metallic Machine-Finished 10-Spoke 
Aluminum Alloy Wheels (Advance Package) 20 x 8.0 Shark Gray Machine-Finished Split 5-Spoke 20 x 8.0 Shark Gray Machine-Finished Split 5-Spoke 20 x 8.0 Shark Gray Machine-Finished Split 5-Spoke
Tires 245/60 R18 High-Performance All-Season 245/60 R18 High-Performance All-Season NA
Tires (Technology and Advance Packages) 245/50 R20 High-Performance All-Season 245/50 R20 High-Performance All-Season 245/50 R20 High-Performance All-Season
Steering Ratio 15.66 15.66 15.76
Turning Diameter, Curb to Curb (ft) 38.7 38.7 38.4
 
DIMENSIONS      
 
EXTERIOR      
Wheelbase (in) 111.0 111.0 111.0
Length (in) 196.2 196.2 196.2
Width (in) 77.7 77.7 77.7
Height (in) 67.4 67.4 67.4
Track (in, front/rear) 66.3  / 66.3 66.3  / 66.3 66.3  / 66.3
Ground Clearance (in, unladen) 7.3 7.3 7.3
Angle (Approach/ Departure/ Breakover) 14.9°/ 17.4°/ 15.2°  14.9°/ 17.4°/ 15.2°  14.9°/ 17.4°/ 15.2° 
 
INTERIOR      
Headroom (in, first row/second row/third row) 38.1 / 38.3 / 35.6 38.1 / 38.3 / 35.6 38.1 / 38.3 / 35.6
Legroom (in, first row/second row (Max Slide)/third row (Max Slide)) 41.4 / 36.6 (38.5) / 28.1 (30.9) 41.4 / 36.6 (38.5) / 28.1 (30.9) 41.4 / 35.6 (37.5) / 28.1 (30.9)
Shoulder Room (in, first row/second row/third row) 61.1 / 59.1 / 54.7 61.1 / 59.1 / 54.7 61.1 / 59.1 / 54.7
Hiproom (in, first row/second row/third row) 57.5 / 57.8 / 40.6 57.5 / 57.8 / 40.6 57.5 / 57.8 / 40.6
EPA Passenger Volume (cu ft) 132.7 132.7 132.7/131.4
Cargo Volume (cu ft) (Max): Behind Third Row 15.0* (15.8†) 15.0* (15.8†) 15.0* (15.8†)
Cargo Volume (cu ft) (Max): Behind Second Row 38.4* (43.4†) 38.4* (43.4†) 38.4* (43.4†)
Cargo Volume (cu ft)  (Max): Behind First Row 68.4* (90.9†) 68.4* (90.9†) 68.4* (90.9†)
* Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard.      
† Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus floor space between first and second seats and front seats moved forward.  This figure compares more accurately with most competitive measurements.
 
FUEL ECONOMY & WEIGHT      
       
EPA Fuel Economy Ratings (City/Highway/Combined) 19/27/22 18/26/21 26/27/27
EPA Fuel Economy Ratings with Idle Stop - Advance Package (City/Highway/Combined) 20/27/23 19/26/22 NA
Recommended Fuel Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Premium Unleaded 91 Octane Premium Unleaded 91 Octane
Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. gal) 19.5 19.5 19.4
Curb Weight (lbs)  4001 4215 NA
Curb Weight with Technology Package (lbs)  4028 4244 4471
Curb Weight with Technology and Entertainment Packages (lbs)  4061 4262 NA
Curb Weight with Advance Package (lbs) 4065 4257 4484
Curb Weight with Advance and Entertainment Packages (lbs) 4087 4292 NA
Weight Distribution (% front/rear) 59 / 41 57 / 43 57 / 43
       
2018 ACURA MDX FEATURES
 
ACURAWATCH™ ADVANCED SAFETY & DRIVER ASSISTANCE TECHNOLOGY MDX MDX SH-AWD MDX SH-AWD
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) 
Head-Up Warning (HUW) A A A
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System
Blind spot information (BSI) System T,A T,A
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (LSF)
Multi-View Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines
Surround-View Camera System A A A
Rear Cross Traffic Monitor T,A T,A
T = Technology Package,  A = Advance Package, E = Rear Entertainment Package      
 
SAFETY      
 
Next-Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)
Front Side Airbags
Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor
Driver's Knee Airbag
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control and Motion Adaptive Steering
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
Brake Assist
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Auto High-Beam
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Location and Pressure Indicators
Theft-Deterrent System with Electronic Immobilizer
Tire Sealant and Repair Kit NA
Spare Tire NA NA
T = Technology Package,  A = Advance Package, E = Rear Entertainment Package      
 
DRIVER CONVENIENCE      
 
Hill Start Assist
Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold
Parking Sensors (front and rear) A A A
Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation with Wiper Integration 
Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers T,A T,A
Heated Side Mirrors with Reverse Gear Tilt-Down
Auto Dimming Side Mirrors  A A A
HomeLink®
Compass
T = Technology Package,  A = Advance Package, E = Rear Entertainment Package      
       
AUDIO & CONNECTIVITY      
 
Acura Navigation System with 3D View T,A T,A
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ with Street and Freeway Conditions T,A T,A
Traffic Rerouting™  T,A T,A
AcuraLink® T,A T,A
Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™
Siri® Eyes Free
SMS, MMS Text Message and Email Capability
On Demand Multi-Use Display™ (ODMD™)
Color Multi-Information Display (MID)
Color Multi-Information Display (MID) with Turn-by-Turn Guidance T,A T,A
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback  T,A T,A
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®  Wireless Telephone Interface
Acura DVD Rear Entertainment System with 16.2-Inch Ultrawide Full VGA Screen and HDMI Compatibility A+E A+E NA
Acura DVD Rear Entertainment System with  9-Inch Full VGA Screen T+E T+E NA
Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 12 Speakers A+E A+E NA
Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 11 Speakers T+E T+E A
Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 10 Speakers T,A T,A
Acura Premium Audio System with 8 Speakers
Song By Voice® T,A T,A
Aha™ Compatibility
HD Radio® T,A T,A
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
Pandora® Compatibility
USB Audio Interface with iPod® Integration
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio
Auxiliary Input Jack
Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)
USB Charge Ports 1.0A Data, (2) 2.5A Charge Glove Box, (2) 2.5A Charge Second Row
USB Charge Ports (2) 2.5A Charge Third Row A A A
Maintenance MinderTM System
T = Technology Package,  A = Advance Package, E = Rear Entertainment Package      
 
INTERIOR      
 
Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Humidity Control and Air Filtration
GPS-Linked Climate Control  T,A T,A
Keyless Access System with Acura Personalized Settings 
Pushbutton Ignition
Electronic Gear Selector
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down and Auto-Reverse
Sport Seats with Premium Leather-Trimmed Interior NA
Sport Seats with Perforated Premium Leather-Trimmed Interior NA NA
Sport Seats with Perforated Milano Premium Leather-Trimmed Interior with Contrast Stitching and Piping A A A
Driver's 10-Way Power Seat with Power Lumbar Support and Easy-Entry
Front Passenger’s 8-Way Power Seat
Front Passenger's Power-Lumbar Support A A A
Heated Front Seats
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats A A A
Second Row 4-way Manual Seats with 60/40 Split •, T, T+E, A+E •, T, T+E, A+E
Second Row Captain's Chairs A A A
Heated Second Row Seats (Outboard Positions) T+E,A T+E,A A
Second Row Side Sunshades (Manual) T+E,A T+E,A A
Third Row Access One-Touch Smart Slide Walk-In
Electronic Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
Heated Steering Wheel A A A
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls 
High-Gloss Wood-Finished and Metal Trim
Natural Black Limba Wood with Metal Trim A A A
Natural Olive Ash Burl Wood with Metal Trim
Multi-Function Front Center Console with Sliding Tray
Hidden Cargo Storage with Smart Lid
Active Sound Control
Ambient Cabin Lighting 
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
Retained Accessory Power for Windows and Moonroof 
12-Volt Power Outlets (Center Console and Front Armrest)
110-Volt Power Outlet (Front Center Console) T+E,A+E T+E,A+E NA
T = Technology Package,  A = Advance Package, E = Rear Entertainment Package      
 
EXTERIOR      
 
Power Moonroof
Remote-Linked Power-Operated Tailgate 
Jewel Eye® LED Headlights
LED Fog Lights A A A
LED-Illuminated Taillights, Side Mirror-Integrated Directional Signals,  Rear License and Center High Mount Stop Light
LED Puddle Lights T,A T,A
Power-Folding Side Mirrors T,A T,A
Roof Rails A A A
Acoustic Windshield and Front Side Glass
Remote-Operated Windows and Moonroof-Open Function
Capless Fuel Fill
T = Technology Package,  A = Advance Package, E = Rear Entertainment Package      
 
2018 MDX COLOR & TRIM
 
EXTERIOR INTERIOR
  PREMIUM LEATHER MILANO PREMIUM LEATHER WITH CONTRAST STITCHING AND PIPING  
White Diamond Pearl NH-603P Ebony*, Espresso*, Parchment Ebony, Espresso, Parchment  
Lunar Silver Metallic NH-830M Ebony, Graystone Ebony, Graystone  
Modern Steel Metallic  NH-797M Ebony, Graystone Ebony, Graystone  
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P Ebony, Parchment Ebony, Parchment  
Fathom Blue Pearl  B-588P* Graystone* Graystone  
Basque Red Pearl II R-548P Parchment Parchment  
San Marino Red R-94** Ebony, Parchment Ebony, Parchment  
Black Copper Pearl YR-601P* Espresso*, Parchment* Espresso, Parchment  
*Requires Technology or Advance Package      
**Requires Advance Package      
       
INTERIOR TRIM      
       
High-Gloss Wood-Finished Trim Ebony, Espresso, Graystone, Parchment    
Natural Black Limba Wood* Graystone, Parchment    
Natural Olive Ash Burl Wood* Ebony, Espresso    
*Requires Advance Package      
 
2018 MDX PACKAGES
 
TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE REAR ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE (NA with Sport Hybrid)  
Blind spot information (BSI) System Acura DVD Rear Entertainment System with  9-Inch Full VGA Screen  
Rear Cross Traffic Monitor Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 11 Speakers  
Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers Heated Second Row Seats (Outboard Positions)  
Acura Navigation System with 3D View 110-Volt Power Outlet (Front Center Console)  
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ with Street and Freeway Conditions Second Row Side Sunshades (Manual)  
Traffic Rerouting™       
AcuraLink®      
Color Multi-Information Display (MID) with Turn-by-Turn Guidance      
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback      
Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 10 Speakers      
Song By Voice®      
HD Radio®      
GPS-Linked Climate Control       
LED Puddle Lights      
Power-Folding Side Mirrors      
20 x 8.0 Pewter Gray Machine-Finished 10-Spoke Aluminum Alloy Wheels      
 
ADVANCE PACKAGE (ADDS TO OR REPLACES TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE FEATURES) REAR ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE (NA with Sport Hybrid)  
Idle Stop  Acura DVD Rear Entertainment System with 16.2-Inch Ultrawide Full VGA Screen and HDMI Compatibility  
Head-Up Warning (HUW) Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 12 Speakers  
Surround-View Camera System Heated Second Row Seats (Outboard Positions)  
Parking Sensors (front and rear) 110-Volt Power Outlet (Front Center Console)  
Auto Dimming Side Mirrors       
USB Charge Ports (2) 2.5A Charge Third Row      
Sport Seats with Perforated Milano Premium Leather-Trimmed Interior and contrast piping and stitching      
Front Passenger's Power-Lumbar Support      
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats      
Second Row Captain's Chairs      
Heated Second Row Seats (Outboard Positions)      
Second Row Side Sunshades (Manual)      
Heated Steering Wheel      
Natural Black Limba or Olive Ash Burl Wood and Metal Trim      
LED Fog Lights      
Roof Rails      
20 x 8.0 Shark Gray Machine-Finished Split 5-Spoke Aluminum Alloy Wheels