2001 Acura MDX Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001
IIHS Crash Test
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MPG (up to)
17 City / 23 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
240
Seats
7
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Niki G
Family car- smooth ride and great look.
This year still has a lot of space, good on gasoline and take care of your car on time, will last a long time and I bought mine with high mileage. I have all black with leather and wood grain trim, looked nice cleaned. It drives good on the highway. Good family care.
accountCircle kayla h
It's great in snow and has lots of room. The back has plenty of room for children to have space when sitting next to each other
I love my car it is a little older but otherwise there's no complaints
accountCircle Brandon W
It was a good inner city car. But a bad commuter car
The gas mileage isn't the best. Though it is a very good car
accountCircle Tori L
It is one reliable car. I can count on my Acura to start no matter what.
The navigation display no longer wants to turn on which is super annoying. There have also been some problems with the car not locking/unlocking properly. I was having so battery issues early this year but that has all been resolved now that a new one has been installed. Other than that I really like the features in the vehicle. Looks modern and chic even though it is a teenager now.
accountCircle Victoria L
It has 4 wheel drive so the snow has no chance.
It runs really well now that I have recently done some tune ups on the rig. It is a oldie so it does not have any fancy/notable features save a GPS and seat warmers. The ac and heating system work perfectly but everything is tied to the display which is inconvenient given that mines no longer turns on.
accountCircle Shay B
My reliable 01' Acura mdx.
It is good on gas. It handles well. It has enough space for storage and seating. I love the look of the vehicle and Honda's brand is very reliable. This is the best car I have ever had besides my Yaris that I bought brand new. For a 17 year old car, it has done great.
accountCircle corinne j
It runs awesome for a very long time if you take care of it.
It still runs well after 17 years. It's comfortable and roomy. It's an ugly gold color which makes it easy to find in a parking lot.
accountCircle Cindy M
On a full tank of gas, you can go almost 800 miles without stopping for gas.
I like how it drives how big it is I hate how much work needs done on it needs brakes shocks and struts.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Nema P
Old, gold, Betsy that needs a lot of repair with love.
My car makes so much noise, need new tires, new car seats, full shampoo clean, exhaust system, new ac, just need to go down car dealership and trade my Betsy in for newer model or Audi, BMW, Toyota for good price or probably buy it outright because my car need some serious repairs and love, tender care from more suitable owner.
accountCircle Anna D
Car of the summer that gets you around from place to place.
My car is very nice and gets me around. Has a slight problem with engine temperature. Holds gas pretty well. Automatic door lock does not work. Brakes have a slight squeaky sound. The car is good for the most part, does what it needs to do which is get me from place to place.
accountCircle Hayley N
Luxury 2001 vehicle with great space and wonderful for everyday life.
My vehicle is a 2001 silver Acura mdx land it holds up pretty nicely for everyday lifestyle. Seat warmers and extra seats and room in the back. Great radio and navigation system not to fancy but gets the job done. Heating controls in the back work well and there is usually always enough leg room in the back seats.
accountCircle Lois B
Good vehicle maintain the upkeep. Good highway mileage. Roomy family vehicle.
It is a old model SUV. Drives good made by Honda and they make good cars that lasts a long time as long as you maintain the vehicles. I had it since 2001 but my feeling is neutral its a roomy vehicle for family traveling. Gets good highway mileage but not local. Parts are expensive. Doesn't have many features like Bluetooth, Siri or hands-free.
accountCircle Sarnethia W
I like the seat warmer, armrest, and the console has extra storage.
I've had very little problems with it. Automatic lock for doors and headlights would have been good.
accountCircle Jesus C
Love your cars, love what you do, love your passion love.
Always make sure there no rust underneath the car! An also check miles and wearing and water marks. And check for stains.

Acura MDX Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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240 HP 20-20 MPG 7 Seats
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Touring Pkg
240 HP 20-20 MPG 7 Seats
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2001 Acura MDX Owner Reviews

4.11
27 Reviews
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5 stars 44%
4 stars 30%
3 stars 22%
2 stars 0%
1 star 4%
accountCircle Tori L on March 14, 2021
It is one reliable car. I can count on my Acura to start no matter what.
The navigation display no longer wants to turn on which is super annoying. There have also been some problems with the car not locking/unlocking properly. I was having so battery issues early this year but that has all been resolved now that a new one has been installed. Other than that I really like the features in the vehicle. Looks modern and chic even though it is a teenager now.
accountCircle Jesus C on March 8, 2021
Love your cars, love what you do, love your passion love.
Always make sure there no rust underneath the car! An also check miles and wearing and water marks. And check for stains.
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Ranks #2 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2001 Acura MDX has an average owner rating of 4.11 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 5 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Ranks #1 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2001 Acura MDX has a combined MPG of 23 which ranks it #1 of 5 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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20 MPG

Is The 2001 Acura MDX A Good Car?

My Acura MDX, 2001 has been an excellent vehicle. It holds a lot, has a smooth ride and I haven't had any major problems with it at all.
Gabrielle L.
It has had problems since the day I bought it the back windows stopped working I had to get a new ignition radiator and several other things it probably was a good in its day but it is no longer its... Read More
Cody F.

How Reliable Is The 2001 Acura MDX?

It is extremely reliable with no major problems, just general upkeep. This has been the best vehicle I've ever owned in my opinion.
William G.
No it's not at all every problem you could think of this car has had it since the day I bought it I regretted it
Lisa D.

Is The 2001 Acura MDX A Good Value?

I purchased it in 2001 for about $31,000.00. That did seem like a lot of money to me but it has been an excellent value as I've been driving it ever since.
Pat C.
I paid 2500 for mine but if it were in better condition it would be worth about 3700-4500 I don't think my is worth anything these days
Stine I.

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Frequently Asked Questions

2001 Acura MDX: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

Answer: The 2001 Acura RDX will have a maximum towing capacity of 4500 pounds across all trim levels. This an impressive amount of hauling ability for a mid size suv. Other similar vehicles in it'S-Class only haul...

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Answer: The 2001 Acura MDX has a 3.5 L V6 engine that needS5W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil in all temperatures or 10W-30 in above 19 F temperatures. The capacity for the vehicle iS4.5 quarts without a filter or 5 quarts with...
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Safety & Reliability

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Moderate Overlap Front

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