The Acura MDX is a 4-door SUV offered in AWD 4dr , AWD 4dr Advance Pkg , AWD 4dr Tech/Entertainment Pkg , AWD 4dr Tech Pkg and AWD 4dr Advance/Entertainment Pkg . The powertrains include 3.7-liter V6 (300 hp) engines, and 6-speed automatic transmissions. It is AWD wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 16 mpg city to 21 mpg highway. The MDX uses Premium fuel.
The MDX has a 5,000 towing capacity.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include BMW X5 , Mazda CX-9 and Lexus RX .
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