SOLID 3 ROW! 2022 Acura MDX A Spec Review

[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@mac8179]

Hey guys, MDX or CX-9?

[@farighdesi]

Hello @TheStraightPipes, when are you planning to do a review of MDX type S. Thanks

[@bintom2906]

Let’s start the petition to get you guys the MDX Type S.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Hey Honda this is now the official petition

[@ajlee6933]

The Type S had a huge delay. I haven’t seen anyone with press cars. You guys might have to borrow one from a dealership.

[@AFCompany]

Car Confections is the only ones I have seen get a Type-S and even so I think they borrowed from the dealer it wasn’t a press car.

[@nickns23659]

Still waiting on mine (Located in the GTA). Was supposed to arrive late Jan/early Feb. Many have started to arrive in the US the past couple of weeks

[@bbbt8090]

Yes I need to see the Type S

[@davidm4099]

We had a $70k max budget for an SUV and this was the best one we test drove !! We paid $61k for our A Spec w red interior and love it !!!

[@ehh2681]

SO much better than a turbo. N/A will always be better in my mind. Smooth power, smooth sound, but combined with a good transmission it’s a true beast with amazing reliability.

[@thebeardedperfumeaddict]

Being a Greek, I very much enjoyed the intro! Being a car enthusiast, I truly enjoyed the car and your review! Cheers!

[@agoulos45]

Yassou Athan! Fellow Athan here too! haha

[@duanekeizs9951]

Sweet review guys. My wife is on her 3rd MDX and this is by far the best version - lower, longer and wider than the previous generation. Also great for Canadian winters.

[@santacruzdz]

The look of this car is absolutely amazing indeed!

[@kevinbreese5739]

Saw one on the road recently and it caught my eye. Really sharp looking SUV from all angles, and appears very high-end. Definitely one of the best looking vehicles on the market, both inside and out.

[@MichaelWoloszynowicz]

Thanks for the review guys. I just ordered one of these to replace my RDX. Went for the top trim to get the 360 camera and head up display even though I prefer the look of the A-Spec. I wish they did the same thing as the new RDX where the top trim is still an A-Spec design, but alas. In any case, it’s a great car for the price and the running costs on Acuras are a lot more reasonable than their German counterparts.

[@po.russki]

I have the A-Spec, and I’m not really feeling that I’m missing more features. I love the look/feel of the A-Spec especially the flat bottom steering wheel and floor mats.

[@wanglee21]

Id take the Type S if they had an option to delete the 3rd row seating for more utilitarian cargo area.

[@MichaelWoloszynowicz]

@@wanglee21 yeah I wish they had that option as well. No use for the third row for me.

[@fortybwhodat5555]

I wish they would have offered the Advance in Apsec form as well, so I just bought the Advance and upgraded the wheels to the Acura Glint black rims. They look better then the Aspec.

[@MichaelWoloszynowicz]

@@fortybwhodat5555 yeah I was considering the wheels but the upgrade cost here in Canada is $4k so it’s like buying a completely new set of wheels. Ridiculous price. I’d prefer not to have to chrome trim as well but what can you do.

[@jaschana2220]

This is hands down one of the BEST LOOKING SUV"s on the market TODAY. Its also one of the best driving suv's - and while the type s isn't super super powerful, its fun enough to put a smile on your face!

[@-SP.]

I agree. I am not an SUV guy, but I totally would be if I owned one of these

[@lisandro12349]

Im my opinion second gen MDX (07-09) is my favourite looking MDX. Second place this last 2022 looks amazing too.

[@maga6319]

the 10-13 mdx isn't because of the beak? The best mdx is the second gen. This 4th gen looks good with styling, but the horsepower isn't great.

[@lisandro12349]

@@maga6319 10-13 front grille is 🤢 and despite the engine revs a bit higher and has 6 gears, some have oil consumption issues. Horsepower is lower but still easy a second faster than the 3.7. Will be sweet having that sweet J37 in the last gen.

[@maga6319]

@@lisandro12349 yeah but you know how honda is, they want to change things up.

[@jonlosito2004]

my favorite is the 2005 version.

[@stephenpatterson8056]

Totally agree with the 360 camera. Acura's way of thinking here is truly mindboggling to me. They somehow believe that customers interested in top aesthetic/performance trim levels don't car about having a top spec model. A Spec shouldn't even be a trim level. It's an appearance package. A Spec should be an option package available on every trim level. Like what BMW does with M Sport packages being available on every model. The Type-S is even worse, as it has the same level of decontenting as the A-Spec, even though it sits at the top of the heap. I passed on a TLX Type-S due to it not having 360 cam. It's just too useful and borderline necessary feature given the way these newer cars are built.

[@ghamrick8183]

You’re expecting a $53,500 sport luxury sedan to have a 360 camera, when it already leads it’s class in standard features. They can’t overload it. Otherwise it’s price will be close to the 3 series and Acura knows they have to undercut other brands

[@stephenpatterson8056]

@Ghamrick81 Genesis would like a word... And a 360 camera setup would certainly not break the bank. They'd still be looking at like a $10k gap between equally equipped German models even if they bumped the price a bit to accommodate it. Either way it's a must in that car. I test drove one. Small cabin with low seating, huge exterior where you can't tell at all where the corners are. Plus the huge 20" wheels. RIP to those wheels the first time you try parallel parking the thing along a curb.

[@dxcheong]

It’s mind boggling that they don’t do it. Like they could charge $2k for basically black plastic parts on any trim they want. It would be free money for them and I would 100% pay for it.

[@f1racer248]

Nice review. I waiting for my Type S in about three week. The dealership is releasing one of the first ones they are getting. Will keep you posted. Looking forward to it. I will be one of the first to actually own the Type S in Canada. Wanted to order the Tiger Eye (Gold) with the Orchid interior with the Ultra package, but you can only get Tiger Eye in the standard Type S. So I went with the Red Performance Pearl, with the Ebony interior. In Canada our options for packages and colours are limited, you are considered a small market to the USA. Overall happy with my choose and many years of ownership.

[@harveymushman4190]

The older 9speed was outsourced and Honda was getting complaints about the ZF 9HP transmission. The 10speed is Hondas in-house designed transmission. Both use Planetary gearsets

[@xxNtGxx]

7:25 Yuri: "I'm gonna floor it in normal like a normal person would" *Proceeds to lift leg up to his chest and stomp on the pedal* 😂

[@TheStraightPipes]

Normal people 😎

[@macattack583]

They should have kept the large rounded exhaust tips for the a spec.

[@vocaloid12776]

Ngl, I may be saving for this to be my next car. Cool looks, decent handling for suv and practicality is a big plus 😎

[@Jo-lw5dm]

Y’all seemed really relaxed in the video and it was awesome

[@ugoamaliri941]

I love your videos. I watch them not because I wanna get all the cars 😂 but the chemistry between the two of you is awesome 😎

[@TheStraightPipes]

Another video today 🙏

[@chrisriedel2044]

This infotainment is easy to use. Considering my last car had only a radio face plate and cd player.

[@steliopapadopoulos4887]

Wow I didn't expect this intro. I thought I clicked on a different video. Car review and greek music? Yes!

[@omairsh8]

Most buyers will do this a disservice by getting it in boring colors like silver or grey. This comes to life in Blue and Red. Beautiful SUV

[@The_journeyy]

You can tell these guys are massive car guys the smile when they lift off was brilliant 😄

[@aydenthomas8756]

Car looks sooooooo sharp!

[@drmario1218]

That was a super satisfying visor test. Accidental beat was pretty sick at 13:00. Someone with talent, get on this.

[@kayp4563]

I love how they show the car in motion unlike most videos where the host shows themselves talking.

[@dhrumilprajapati3903]

Glad you guys made this video. Been waiting for so long. Such a stunning looking SUV 🚙

[@BennysTechAndMore]

I can’t believe that Acura put a friggin v6. Props to Honda/Acura

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

It’s not even DOHC. It’s a crappy antiquated engine.

[@jonlosito2004]

​@@user-tb7rn1il3q crappy?? it's a V TEC, and you hate it?? They're as reliable as Toyotas 4 liter V6 that they put in a few of their midsize off road vehicles especially 4Runners for decades.

[@danielmelendez9943]

a lot of car manufacturers are doing away with v6 and down size to v4 with turbo-hate that! I love a real v6-naturally aspirated engine.

[@VaanRavi]

BEEN WAITING 2 YEARS FOR THIS REVIEW

[@bruddahmanmatt]

No adaptive dampers on the A-Spec, only the Advance and the Type-S, hence you folks not feeling a difference in the suspension between drive modes in this car.

[@TheStraightPipes]

According to Acura Canada, the A Spec in Canada gets adaptive dampers 🤷‍♂️

[@bruddahmanmatt]

@@TheStraightPipes You’re right. CA website shows “Adaptive Dampers” for every non-S trim including the base model and “Sensor Control Dampers” for the Type-S. I have no idea what the distinction is but I think I remember reading that the Type-S is equipped with air suspension as well? On a side note, Hondas and Acuras sold in Canada always seem to get a few extra goodies over their US spec counterparts.

[@bg693]

@@TheStraightPipes it’s wrong on the website. It’s only in the type s

[@DJDynamik]

If only the a-spec had a 360 camera and heated steering wheel. I don’t know why acura does this it’s so dumb. Forcing customers to either choose luxury or sporty for certain features.

[@alexion7160]

The allow it now on the RDX for 2021+ to get the A-spec and elite together . Im pretty sure you can with the mdx but their loaner is just a spec

[@andrewjrausch]

Great review as always! I like it how you guys drive it through the elements! Segway camera shots are cool!

[@lowlifeangler]

Honda Pilot 2023 starts in production in November. The under the hood plastic parts are about the same. Except for the name on them. I been working on the injection mold trials. Not to bad. The RDX A spec molds were a pain in the ass but low volume of orders

[@mackymode8185]

20 years ago the price difference between an ACURA and a German brand was $15K, now the price difference is $15

[@HiepNguyen-gz2nh]

I'm been waiting and waiting for you guys to review the new MDX! I couldn't wait so ordered the car in November and just got the car a couple days ago. This video is a solid confirmation for me that I made the right choice LOL

[@TheStraightPipes]

Congrats!

[@andrewkomninos6818]

Love the Greek background music Excellent choice! Thanks

[@lesperiiii5794]

IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FROM YOU GUYS!!! Thank you

[@briant633]

The synonym for arms bit was hilarious!

[@nikt4431]

Guys I am Greek and hearing a Greek intro made my day thank you so much !

[@TheStraightPipes]

We did it for you

[@tudorsor91]

Song name?

[@artistek]

Awesome dudes. I literally searched for MDX review on your channel yesterday, but I only saw one with older version. i'm in market for it... I was really debating between this & RX... still haven't made mind yet.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Just use tsp.truecar.com

[@the1reef.243]

You should hold out until late 2022, when the new gen RX is revealed. It wouldn’t be fair to compare a 6 year old platform to a brand new one like the MDX.

[@Mohsrz]

Great review as always! Thank you guys

[@melodiegraham103]

finally, a new SUV without a turbocharged i4

[@MostlyElectrolytes]

We bought one of these right when they came out (feels like almost a year already). We shopped around a lot and were really wanting to go with the GV80, but we literally couldn't find the Prestige in the color combo we wanted on the entire east coast and the dealerships were not great to work with. We ended up with an MDX Advance (because of the 360 camera and better seats). It's ridiculous that you can't option what you want in terms of exterior and tech. The ideal MDX would be Advance tech with A-spec looks. It's shocking how good the SH-AWD is. It does not feel front biased and for as big as it is you can whip it around on the backroads and it feels much smaller. Its not overpowered, but it does not feel slow. That old Honda V6 will last forever. The biggest difference to me is the double wishbone suspension in the front; the handling blew me away....for what it is. The stereo is really good as well. The infotainment with the true touch controller makes me want to put my fist through the windshield more often then not. I f'ing hate it. It's literally the only thing that I hate about this vehicle....I can live with the piano black trim because we're all OCD clean freaks in my house. We've actually used it to haul some stuff from Home Depot and you can fit a full size storm door if you move the front seats up a bit....you know to where you feel like you are riding a 3 year old's tricycle. This was for the wife...I'm just not an SUV guy. It's a really good vehicle. I did not expect to like it as much as I do. The dealership was fantastic. I don't know if that was because we went through the Costco program, but we walked in and paid like $500 over dealer invoice and were in and out quickly with no drama or upselling of crap. We went in expecting to spend more money than we ended up having to. It's my first Acura product and it's not the ultimate luxury or performance vehicle, but I think that they really hit the sweet spot on quality, performance, comfort at a price point that makes it one of the better value propositions out there. Could things be better? Always. But what is the actual tangible benefit? Apart from that stupid touchpad I don't think that there is anything that could be better and provide something of use.

[@khronin]

I had a crosstour for 10 years and not a hiccup out of the V6 engine. That 3.5 is probably one of the most reliable engines ever made.

[@eleganceortea]

Wow. So $500 above dealership invoice number through Costco?

[@MostlyElectrolytes]

@@eleganceortea Yeah. We called, picked out the color we liked from what they had on the dealer website. Went down and signed the papers and were out the door in about 2 hours if memory serves. Now we had already test driven one at another dealership a few weeks earlier which is kind of crappy to be honest, but we weren't ready to buy at that point anyway and they didn't have any on the lot when we bought so it wasn't like they missed out on us.

[@rodidy]

Just used my chestlegs to position my armfeet to allow my handtoes to pummel that enjoyed switch

[@howFARcanUc]

My parents just came home with one of these. Its a great regular person car.

[@eb98100]

Wife bought one 6 months ago. Love everything about it except the touchpad.

[@adamk8197]

touchpad is the worst for sure. Should had gone touch screen 100%

[@ng9478]

Finally the review I was looking for from you guys. Thanks..!!

[@Paulgary11]

Yessss! I’ve been waiting for this!

[@carllindgren7130]

So cool of them to put a NA V6 instead of a turbo i4.

[@msrr1303]

If you don’t need the extra space, this is a better buy vs a Telluride.

[@simohamedelouatouat9372]

Thanks for the early access Yuri !

[@TheStraightPipes]

Following us on Instagram is key

[@vin6135]

I agree, the front end does look “squishy”. What bothers me the most are the nostril holes on the sides.

[@JTMoodie2]

No its perfect

[@KirkKreifels]

Look at that shaaawdy

[@jonlosito2004]

Kirk your awesome!!!

[@bobcabot]

ja that giant badge at the grill is marketing gold: Anarchy or Startrek? Americans will fall for...

[@aceofspades6667]

Mdx vs GV80 3.5t and Rdx vs GV70 2.5T are def pretty interesting comparisons.

[@alexion7160]

well the GV80 costs about 15k more than the MDX. When the new MDX type S comes out with the 3.0TT next year , itll still be 5k less than the GV80 but close enough.

[@alexion7160]

yeah just checked their other review. GV80 85k CAD , mdx 66k CAD . Almost 20k difference.

[@aceofspades6667]

Wow here in the states a base GV80 3.5T has an msrp of $60k while the Mdx A spec has an Msrp of $58.4K so it doesn’t get much closer. Likely their is either fx issues with Genesis or they don’t offer the same Spec lineups between the two countries.

[@alexion7160]

@@aceofspades6667 interesting , Are you sure the MDX sells for 58k usd , because in canada it sells for 64-66k CAD , and the elite model sells for 69k CAD , But if i convert 66k cad to usd it becomes 52k USD. Interesting to look into especially since the Us and Canada are so close

[@robervin9107]

12:04 the laughing is so awesome

[@Abell_lledA]

One doesn’t experience self-transcendence, the illusion of self only dissipates🎈

[@S1LLY_Y0SHI_L0V3R]

That's A Great Review, The 2022 Acura MDX Looks Cool.

[@nafsucof]

you guys should do an entire episode talking to the wrong cameras

[@mozzie2729]

Italien intro music for a Japanese car reviewed by Canadians. Love it.

[@uGotGot1618]

New Acura design language is niiiiiice.

[@-SP.]

Easily the best looking SUV on the market, and I'm normally not a fan of SUVs

[@dougshugarts3105]

You guys should do a 2:30 hit on the morning CBC show. You're smart and compelling.

[@timothycoyne5874]

Nice looking SUV, and a fun review! I drove a new TLX A-Spec a few months ago and liked it. Very similar interior here. But like you guys I didn’t like the infotainment system interface. I don’t know if it would keep me from buying a new Acura, but it’s definitely a “con.”

[@cybernitro4257]

Do not complain, because in Europe a 1.5 CR-V mid to high spec costs as much as this in Canada and this is way bigger and more luxurious.

[@redwhite_040]

Canadians should complain about their totalitarian government instead of their car prices.

[@wanglee21]

I hate car companies trying to jamming a 3rd row into an compact crossover. The Cadillac XT6 reminds me of the prior facerboy factory Type R look. The MDX is much more subtle but still sporty.

[@TomRupp]

I had a 22’ Aspec for 10months and 14k miles. I bought it within the first couple weeks it went on sale. Had electrical problems with the moonroof. In multiple times for a “known” issue but no fix. Squeaky brakes “known” issue, no recall yet. Wireless charger works 10% of the time with iPhones, “known issue” no fix. Horrible miss by engineers. Final draw is phantom battery drain twice with morning dead battery. Real world gas mileage not great. Sold it back to the dealer. Disappointed overall with this Honda. I’ve had several other Hondas in the past. This one was a hot mess.

[@jcwatts5000]

Damm that sucks I'm about to make a year with 18k zero issues 😕

[@walldoom]

Great review, very informative 👍

[@SyTheGuy]

I dunno if its currency conversion but that A Spec is a minimum 58k here in the US. 51k barely gets you a FWD Tech

[@zaidqaissieh231]

Liked the car Thanks for the video but when will you do a video on the Lexus lx 600

[@brianq103]

Based on the imitation, it sounds like Yuri's step dad "make big trouble for moose and squirrel".

[@catsaretasty]

Acura mdx s type is the one to get when it comes out next year.

[@shach_]

Me: Watches a review from TheStraightPipes about the new MDX Around 2 minutes later.. Gets an Acura MDX commercial ad

[@tr7287]

Acura knows how to design a beautiful car.

[@carlosux]

holy moly i was just looking at these!!

[@bekchik]

Wifes has MDX, waiting for Tupe S for myself

[@cameronkennedy5056]

When Yuri said chest legs I almost spit out my drink.

[@mikebroom1866]

Looks fantastic, non-touchscreen is a dealbreaker.

[@JamiePatton13]

I drive the new rdx and it’s really easy to get used to. I don’t really have to look at the screen to make selections because of the touchpad and steering controls.

[@oldskooldoritos]

love the drip Yuri 👌🏾

[@randysahoy8199]

Y’all gotta review the 2022 Toyota Highlander XSE for the next SUV review

[@LoganNotPaul]

Where did the Kona N Line video go? Got a notification but it says that it's a private video.

[@raghvendraagarwal5642]

BMW X5 vs MDX Type S?? It would be interesting to see what you guys think

[@noroom4commies086]

Is that a duluth colorway flannel jakub?

[@mikev3999]

CHEST LEGS!! 😂🤣 Thanks. I haven't LOLd in a while.

[@Chiroman527]

Good video Guys. I'm in NY - USA. Got mine in August 2021 (leased). I have not been able to take it through some major snow yet, however, it handles very well in the wet. An interesting factoid, the USA versions do NOT have the Adaptive Dampening as the Canada version does. The RDX does but Not the MDX. The USA version according to Acura's website has non selectable Active Dampening to the struts which adjusts the ride in Milliseconds. So selecting Sport, Normal, Comfort rides does Not affect that aspect of the ride.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Yup Canada gets different stuff

[@theseries7636]

GUYS PLS DO A M530I XDRIVE AND FORD EXPEDITION TIMBERLINE BOTH OF THESE FOR NEXT WEEK WAITING FOR THEM!!!!!!!!!!

[@andrewwilkins7237]

My chest arms 💪 love the video guys thanks

[@Alex.AL_26]

Excellent Video!

[@youngbrevy]

Acura packaging with their trims always come up short. The ultimate would be the Aspec looks with the Elite features. Instead they give the Aspec looks with the TypeS aggression and features, for alot more money. It’s a great looking SUV, however the TypeS to me isn’t worth it because it should’ve came with a lot more performance, at least 450HP.

[@danielmelendez9943]

what do you guys mention the 360 camera as a necessity? can someone explain? I wish Acura had the rear view mirror camera that Cadillac offers! Honda products offer the right side mirror honda sensing camera which is great when changing lanes, I feel it should be offered on left and right side mirrors. Genesis has it on the GV80

[@PeterKyriazis1]

OPA! Nice bouzouki intro music

[@ramqashou1002]

I received a notification about a Kona N Line being a golf R on a budget, please tell me I wasn't hallucinating 😪

[@KevTubeee]

Saw the same thing,came here especially for that haha!

[@mattsee45]

I think they screwed up somewhere but oh well we can wait

[@TheStraightPipes]

Screwed up hard as heck

[@ramqashou1002]

@@TheStraightPipes it's ok, happens to the best of us lol.. now we're excited for the next video.

[@GT-Diaries]

Better looking than the GV80.

[@Av3ntur0zky]

Yep and cheaper too !!

[@drivescene6747]

Be careful, on the internet you aren’t allowed to have an opinion lol

[@benpenagonzales6014]

That is a great looking car and I love Honda after my ep3 type R back in the day. Now I’ve got kids and need 7 seats - why don’t they sell this in the Uk?! Had to go BMW X5.

[@ICNine]

The RDX is based on the CRV. My touring trim CRV has a small button beside the main unlock/power-lift button located in the rear tailgate handle. Go to Acura's web site: acura ca/owners/manuals - download the RDX "entire owners manual" pdf. Page 161 - locking the doors and tailgate. "Touch the door lock sensor on the front or rear* door, or press the lock button on the tailgate."

[@JustAnotherHo]

thank you for showing the seats down. I don't know if i am like the only person who cares about that, but I basically buy cars based off that funtion and how much room i get with seats folding down. Alright it's a huge factor, not the only one.

[@Av3ntur0zky]

This video was just for the A spec i dont think they will get a Type S this year at all.

[@artieartya]

This or the new 2023 RX f sport??? Please help.

[@mackymode8185]

Did Acura fix the draining battery issue?

[@thebig12conference73]

This is the one Edmunds recommends and so do I good middle of the road option it won't break the bank like the s type