Acura has published the pricing of the new 2014 MDX. The seven-passenger luxury performance SUV is the first to be developed from the ground up using an all-new, purpose-built platform fully optimized for the needs of the potential customers.
It will hit the market in July, this year with pricing starting from $42,290 for the entry-level model and going up to $48,565 for the Entertainment Package.
The engine is a 3.5 liter V6 with 290HP (216 kW) and 362Nm (267 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The power can be put on the road eigher through FWD or an AWD system – for additional $2,000.
Standard equipment includes new audio system, blind spot monitoring, eight-inch multi-function display, 18” wheels and jewel eye LED headlights.
The Technology Package ($46,565) includes 19” alloy wheels, color TFT screen, lane departure warning, forward collision warning and rain-sensing wipers.
The Entertainment Package ($48,565) adds rear seat entertainment system, adaptive cruise control, 12-speaker ELS sound system, bespoke wheels and remote engine start.
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ENGINE COMPARISON
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2013 MDX SH-AWD
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2014 MDX
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| Engine type |
Aluminum-alloy V-6
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Aluminum-alloy V-6
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| Displacement, liters |
3.7
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3.5
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| Fuel injection |
Port
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Direct
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| Valvetrain |
Belt drive, SOHC, VTEC® 24-valve
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Belt drive, SOHC,
i-VTEC® 24-valve
with VCM®
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| Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) |
300 @ 6300
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290 @ 6200
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| Torque @ rpm (lb-ft) (SAE net) |
270 @ 4500
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267 @ 4500
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| Compression ratio (:1) |
11.2:1
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11.5:1
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| Redline |
6700 rpm
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6800 rpm
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| Throttle control |
Drive-by-Wire throttle system
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Drive-by-Wire
throttle system
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| Ignition |
Electronic direct
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Electronic direct
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| Transmission |
6-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift paddle shifters, Grade Logic and Shift Hold Control
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6-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift paddle shifters, Sport Mode, Grade Logic and Shift Hold Control
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| Drive type |
SH-AWD
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FWD, SH-AWD
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| EPA Fuel Economy Ratings1 (city / highway/ combined) |
16/21/18
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20/28/23 (FWD)
18/27/21 (SH-AWD)
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| Recommended fuel2 |
Premium unleaded 91 octane (required)
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Premium unleaded 91 octane (recommended)
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| CARB emissions rating |
ULEV-2
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ULEV-2
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| Tune-up interval3 |
No scheduled tune-ups required for 100,000 +/- miles
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No scheduled tune-ups required for 100,000 +/- miles
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Powertrain at Glance
Engine
- Earth Dreams™ Technology 3.5-liter, SOHC, V-6 engine produces peak horsepower of 290 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and peak torque of 267 lb-ft at 4,500 rpm
- i-VTEC® (intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) for intake valves with Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®)
- Computer-controlled Direct Injection (DI) with multi-hole fuel injectors
- 11.5:1 compression ratio
- High-strength steel crankshaft
- Crossflow magnesium intake manifold
- Drive-by-Wire throttle system
- Direct ignition system
- Detonation/knock control system
- Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) provides two unique drive-by-wire profiles
- Maintenance Minder™ system optimizes service intervals
- 100,000 +/- miles tune-up interval
Emissions/Fuel Economy Ratings
- High-flow, close-coupled next-generation precious metal catalytic converters plus under floor catalytic converter
- High capacity 32-bit RISC processor emissions control unit
- ULEV-2 Emissions compliant
- 20/28/231 (city/highway/combined) mpg EPA fuel economy ratings (FWD)
- 18/27/211 (city/highway/combined) mpg EPA fuel economy ratings (SH-AWD)
Noise & Vibration (NV)
- 60-degree cylinder V-angle for smooth operation
- Automatically tensioned, maintenance-free serpentine belt accessory drive
- Active Control engine Mount (ACM)
- Active Sound Control (ASC)
Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters
- Straight-gate style console-mounted shifter
- Sequential SportShift automatic transmission allows semi-manual operation
- Steering wheel mounted racing-inspired paddle shifters
- Sport mode with remapped, more aggressive automatic shift points and more pronounced engine braking during deceleration
- Cooperative control between Drive-by-Wire throttle system and transmission makes for quicker, smoother shifts
- Advanced shift-hold control limits up shifts during spirited driving
- Grade Logic Control System reduces gear “hunting” on steep hills
Source: Acura
