Looks like the 2027 MDX is getting another mid-model refresh.
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Would be nice if Acura offered some powertrain updates like the old 321hp/289tq sport hybrid or use the 3.5L with 310hp/272tq from the RLX as an option.
Both those cars still really young so they are not an example of long term ownership. The jury is still out years 8-15 and 150k plus mile. Other manufactures have demonstrated the gas savings is less than the longer term cost of a battery replacementelectric torque converter / motor replacementand turbo issue. I know several mechanics who are seeing very costly repairs with this tech.
The whole reason I purchased the MDX ADV ASEC was it has no battery related or turbo tech. Better yetthe cabin still has buttons (you don’t have to talk to the car and have it interrupt driving) and did Acura has yet to follow Tesla with all touch screens which will be very costly later in life. I would invest 65k+ in unproven tech being tested long term on a market.
The 3.5L naturally aspirated V6 has produced several examples of 250k plus engines over 13 years old and still running strong. With a VCM muzzlerI’ve seen examples lasting 350k plus. Some J35 drivetrains in Japan have 500k plus miles no issues. AWD transfer case is not an issue if properly maintained a will often outlast the engine.
Someone needs to do an analysis of the gas / carbon saved versus how much has become throw away and probably costing far more emissions and fuel in the long run.
If you’re passionate about hybrids / EVs: there are other cars for you.
Other than the Honda sourced 1.5T fuel mixing with oil issue with certain model yearsAcura's other turbos seemed very reliable (2.3T 1st Gen RDX2nd Gen NSX2.0T 3rd Gen RDXand current 3.0T TLX/MDX Type-S).
I’m in
I’m not seeing much with the spline stripping on non type S. You have more information on a proposed fix for non type S?
Have to ....Some fascinating OCI and Oil analysis data here. I'm a pure layman when coming to oil analysishowever I have always practiced doing OCs much sooner than the ridiculous 15K mikleage thresholds. Being Old Schooleven in my leased cars (my 1922 and now my 25 MDX) I changed the Oil at approximately 4-5K Miles regardless of the type of usage of the vehicle (Commuting 3 hours a dayetc) . In factmy deal with the 25 MDX A-Spec Advance leased on Feb 12025came with a 1st Oil Change Freebie. The dealer wouldn't honor it until I got to at least 60% Service Minder indicator. Since I drive primarily locally (being Retired does THAT)I only hit that mileage mark about 2 months ago. When I had the 22 MDX Advancethe deal included 4 Free oil Changes I had the 1st one done at 1,500 Milesprimarily bc I had strong intentions that I would Buy it at lease end. When I got too that point in January 2025 (after a 6 month lease extension form August 2024) I didn't pull the trigger to buy it - I should have regretting that to thuis day. The 25 is terrific (aside for some "jerkiness" in the tranny lower gear shifts especially during first cold drives)but in retrospect I made a mistake not going forth to buy it.... probably "romanced" by the new Touch Screen - Google Based (It's OK) massaging seats the new Urban Gray Pearl with Orchid interiorBUT disappointed by the lack of Sirius Radio Receiverand IMHO a changeover to a B&O sound system as a waste of $$$$$ - the ELS system was more than good.
That press release refers to "product enhancements" for the MDXwhich could be anythingincluding minor feature adds or a trim level add/delete. And why would Acura do another MMR for 2027when a new generation for the MDX would be expected in 2028 if they stick to the 7-year lifecycle for previous MDX generations?
They told reporters in Japan that their upcoming large-vehicle Hybrid system will be based on their current Honda system (electric motor primary drive charged by a 2.0L engine)but scaled up and swapping the engine with a 3.0L V6.
So likely a similar J30 as used in the 20 MDX Hybrid and 26 TypeSsurrounded by a scaled up transmission/motor design based on the Civic/Accord/CRV/Prelude.
They told reporters 27-30 is when they plan to roll it out across the lineup. MDX would be a great vehicle to do a small-volume trial rollout earlymoving to the Odyssey when they are ready for high volume sales.
The dealer who sold me my Hybrid MDX told me a Hybrid is returning summer 26. I'm skepticalbut the current press announcements don't technically disagree with that. An MDX Hybrid soft launch in summer would be MY27and it is a product enhancement.
Incredibly unlikelybut it is weird that they forecasted 2% Acura sales growth in CY26 despite losing the TLX and ZDX and discontinuing the RDX in mid 26. They must have some excitement replacing itand with the RSX launching into no federal tax credits nor cafe incentivesthe low volume Integra TypeS being the only other changeit is possible that the MDX update is bigger than they want to disclose right now.
So likely a similar J30 as used in the 20 MDX Hybrid and 26 TypeSsurrounded by a scaled up transmission/motor design based on the Civic/Accord/CRV/Prelude.
They told reporters 27-30 is when they plan to roll it out across the lineup. MDX would be a great vehicle to do a small-volume trial rollout earlymoving to the Odyssey when they are ready for high volume sales.
The dealer who sold me my Hybrid MDX told me a Hybrid is returning summer 26. I'm skepticalbut the current press announcements don't technically disagree with that. An MDX Hybrid soft launch in summer would be MY27and it is a product enhancement.
Incredibly unlikelybut it is weird that they forecasted 2% Acura sales growth in CY26 despite losing the TLX and ZDX and discontinuing the RDX in mid 26. They must have some excitement replacing itand with the RSX launching into no federal tax credits nor cafe incentivesthe low volume Integra TypeS being the only other changeit is possible that the MDX update is bigger than they want to disclose right now.
Still best looking in its class so hopefully they’ll
-Bring back satellite radio
-Bring back ELS
-Add digital view mirror
-Improve A/C and add rear seat vents
-Add usb ports third row
-Add cornering lights ala Lexus
-Fix hollow sound when closing doors.
Won’t hold my breath though.
-Bring back satellite radio
-Bring back ELS
-Add digital view mirror
-Improve A/C and add rear seat vents
-Add usb ports third row
-Add cornering lights ala Lexus
-Fix hollow sound when closing doors.
Won’t hold my breath though.
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