2026 Acura MDX Type S Advance

The MDX is Acura's three-row family SUV, slotting above the RDX with room for seven and a more premium feel. It lines up against the Lexus RX, BMW X5, and Cadillac XT6, offering a sportier take on the luxury three-row. The MDX feels more athletic than most rivals, with quick steering and a chassis that stays composed on winding roads. Ride quality is firm, especially on larger wheels, but the cabin stays quiet at highway speeds. Inside, the MDX offers a well-built cabin with comfortable seats, though the third row is best for kids. The Type S Advance is the performance flagship, so you get the most power and the air suspension the other trims don't have, while the A-Spec Advance is the sporty appearance package without the added muscle. Under the hood is a 3.0L V6 making 355 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque, paired with a ten-speed automatic and SH-AWD that sends torque rearward for a planted feel out of corners, and it returns 19 mpg combined. The adaptive air suspension lets you raise the body for dirt roads or lower it for loading, and the 31-speaker Bang & Olufsen system is exclusive to this trim.