Earlier this year, we previewed the refreshed 2025 Acura MDX, highlighting its many changes, design updates, and trim adjustments. Now, we have finally gotten behind the wheel of this important model, to go in depth on all that has changed for this year. With these changes, is this Acura MDX a worthy option over its German competitors? For an in-depth review, check out the video linked at the bottom of this article!

What’s New for 2025?

  • Updated looks for the MDX
  • New Interior touches, including a touchscreen and new features
  • Updated trim lineup

Trims and Pricing

MSRP with FWD unless noted

 

Base: $49,850 → $50,900

Technology: $54,550 → $56,300

A-Spec AWD: $60,250 → $61,500

Advance AWD: $63,800 → $66,000

A-Spec Advance AWD: $68,000

Type-S Advance AWD: $73,500 → $74,950

 

In the above list, the price changes are noted, with the second number being the MSRP for 2025. Note the A-Spec Advance is new to the lineup.

Air ball and slam dunk

Slam Dunk: The Updates for the MDX are very welcome for 2025.

Air Ball: The materials are a bit lackluster for a quickly rising price.

Design and Features

The MDX was already a sharp looking SUV for the segment, and Acura continues to build on that for the refresh. There are refreshed facias for both models, including a new Diamond Pentagon grille that is frameless for sport trims. New colors join the lineup for 2025 as well, which are Urban Gray and Canyon River Blue. For an in-depth look at the design, please view the video below!

As for the features, we are not sure the full trim breakdown of all the features, but here is a breakdown of what we do know will be on the 2025 Acura MDX:

Feature

Availability

Exterior

LED Headlights

Standard LED Jewel-Eye Headlamps

Fog Lamps

A-Spec+

Wheels

19-21-in alloys depending on trim

Mirrors

Standard: BSM and heating | Tech+: Power-folding | Advance+: Auto-Dimming

LED Taillights

LED

Exhausts

Dual Exposed | Type S has Quad Outlets

Forward Emergency Braking

Standard Equipment and Improved for 2025

Lane Keep Assist

Auto High Beams

Adaptive Cruise Control

Auto Lane Change Ability

Type S Exclusive

 

The interior tech is perhaps the biggest change on the 2025 MDX!

Interior

Smart Entry

Standard

Remote Start

Advance+

Materials

Leatherette, Milano Leather depending on trim

Seat Adjustment

Standard: 12-way Power | Advance+: 16-way Power with Massage | Memory Standard

Push Button Start

Standard

Gauge Cluster

Standard: 12.3-in full digital display

Head-up Display

Advance+

Steering Wheel

Leather Wrapped and Power | Heating on Advance+

Wireless Charging

Standard

Ambient Lighting

Technology+

360 Degree Camera

Advance+

Three Zone Automatic Climate

Standard

Heated and Ventilated Seats

Heated: Standard | Ventilated: A-Spec+

Audio System

Base: 11-Speakers | Tech+: 19-speaker Bang & Olufsen | Type S: 31-Speaker Luxury Bang & Olufsen

Infotainment

Standard 12.3-in touchscreen display | Google Built-in Software | Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto

Moonroof

Standard Panoramic

 

The rear seats of this model continue to be well appointed, providing much passenger comfort.

Rear Amenities

USBs and Vents

Standard

Heated Rear Seats

Advance+

Sunshades

Technology+

Multi-Function Rear Seat

Standard

Third Row Air Vents

Not available

Power Tailgate

Standard | Advance+: Hands-free

 

For in depth details on the 2025 MDX, watch our full review linked at the bottom of this article.

MDX A-Spec grille

What’s Under the Hood?

The 2025 Acura MDX will not see any changes under the hood, as noted by the power figures below:

Standard: 3.5L V-6: 290 hp | 267 lb.ft

Type S: 3.0L Turbo V-6: 355 hp | 354 lb.ft

All models will have a 10-speed automatic transmission, with SH-AWD being optional or standard on all models. The 2025 Fuel Economy ratings are not yet out, but should be like the 2024 ones below:

FWD: 19/26/22 MPG

SH-AWD: 19/25/21 MPG

Type S SH-AWD: 17/21/19 MPG

We hope you have found this overview of the 2025 Acura MDX helpful! For a more detailed first look of the MDX, please watch our video below! What do you think of the new MDX? Let us know in the comments!