2025 Acura MDX: What’s New in Exterior Upgrades

The 2025 Acura MDX has had some facelifts. Its latest is Type S. We reviewed it previously, but this time we take a closer look at what’s new. Acura needs their carline looking fresh. They renewed the inside and out. Let’s take a look at those updates.

Inside Outside Changes

The Acura MDX always looked good. Updates in this refreshed version are subtle but important. The grille, bumpers, headlights, and taillights all underwent slight changes. These parts now seem a little darker. On some lower trim levels, the wheels have been updated, too. The A-Spec trim in this refresh looks a lot more like Type S. If you liked the MDX before, you’ll like it just as well now. They didn’t mess it up.

2025 Acura MDX: What's New in Exterior Upgrades
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New Technology

The new MDX received much more technology inside. The vehicle has improved safety features. The sensors of the front and rear of the car are better. Camera systems have also changed. It can now support lane keeping and crash prevention even better than before. The new system can trace even at corners and this is a big plus in the safety aspect.

There are changes on the inside too. The new ones have better sound deadening. The wheel liners have been designed so that they do not let the sound from the road into the car. The rear glass passenger is acoustic laminated. This makes it quieter to ride in. The seats in the Type S feature new fabric inlays. They are better at providing comfort and have got better grip too. The massage functionality in the seats is also stronger. Of the best in cars under $150,000.

Infotainment System Update

Infotainment system was one of the issues with the old model. It has been a huge upgrade, however. The old touchpad is gone, and instead, there is a wireless charging pad. The infotainment screen is closer and is fully touch-enabled. What’s even better is that it runs on Android 12, specially designed for cars. Its usage is much more intuitive. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connect in less than a second. Menus aren’t hard to navigate compared to some other brands.

2025 Acura MDX: What's New in Exterior Upgrades
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Testing an Audio System

The audio system has also been upgraded. The bottom trim models feature a Bang & Olufsen audio system. This is a brand which resonates with quality sounds. The speakers and the software have been improved. In testing the audio system proved quite good. Though some changes now make for a less linear bass than before, at its price, it sounds great. It competes as well with luxury cars like the BMW 7 Series and Audi Q7.

2025 Acura MDX: What's New in Exterior Upgrades
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Driving Emotions

Type S features air ride. That’s pretty cool. If your MDX is a Type S, this basically means that the ride is air ride-equipped as standard. That’s one incredible feature. The motor that shoves this giant is, of course, turbocharged six-cylinder. It has decent power. Although it is not as explosive as some of the luxury cars, it is still a blast to drive. Transmission is smooth and fast. MDX feels really light, and zippy most times.

On road, it steers well. The rear differential with torque vectoring makes it feel agile. It’s not that sort of a front-wheel-drive car. You’ll actually feel some difference with the way it changes direction when you’re turning it on the road. This MDX has a comfortable ride even for the rougher roads, and balances comfort fairly as well along with performance.

Final Thoughts

Overall, the 2025 Acura MDX has made all the right updates. The infotainment system is far better than its predecessor. Safety features have also been improved with new sensors. Ride is quiet and comfortable. Type S is good to drive with air ride and turbocharged engine.

2025 Acura MDX: What's New in Exterior Upgrades
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Unfortunately, the list has some disadvantages. Rearview camera looks dated. The fuel economy of Type S’s is middle of the road. It’s sometimes too expensive, and this price goes up really high when you want specific features. A normal MDX costs around 60,000 dollars, while luxury models will cost you even 75,000 dollars. Thus, it competes with BMW X5 and Audi Q7 at a nearer distance.

These downsides aside, the MDX is simply uniquely special. It’s an outstanding family vehicle with tremendous ride quality and general quietness. If a three-row SUV is what you are after, the MDX might be part of the considering, assuming the updated tech now integrated into this offering is useful.

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