“The MDX is a great new car for us. I do wish it was in either hybrid or diesel to help with fuel economy given the premium gas requirement.”
2015 Acura MDX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 Acura MDX is a true carryover with no major changes. It remains essentially the same vehicle introduced in the 2014 redesign.
About the 2015 Acura MDX
3rd gen (2014-2020), second model year after the 2014 redesign.
Acura positions the MDX as a premium three-row SUV that blends family usefulness with a more athletic feel than many rivals. The brochure leans heavily on its quiet cabin, strong V6 power, fuel economy for the class, and driver-focused road manners instead of an off-road image or ultra-soft luxury theme. The core appeal is simple: seven-passenger flexibility, upscale everyday comfort, and Acura engineering that makes a large family SUV feel more responsive and easier to live with.
The 2015 MDX is an upscale, quiet seven-passenger SUV offered with front-wheel drive or Acura’s SH-AWD all-wheel-drive system. Both versions have a 290-hp V6, heated leather-trimmed front seats, tri-zone climate control, LED headlights, and a power tailgate; SH-AWD adds all-weather traction and sharper handling.
2015 Acura MDX specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 6-Spd w/SptShft | Auto, 6-Spd SptShft |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 18 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28 mpg | 27 mpg |
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft | 267 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 5000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 90.9 cu-ft | 90.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 28.1 in | 28.1 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Fog Lights | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Power Moonroof | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Leather Seats | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Start | ||
| Third Row Seat | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2015 Acura MDX compared with the 2014 model?
Nothing significant changed for 2015. The engine, transmission, front-wheel-drive and SH-AWD layouts, styling, safety equipment, technology, and body structure all carried over from 2014.
Was the 2015 Acura MDX redesigned?
No, the 2015 MDX was not redesigned. It is the second model year of the third-generation MDX, which debuted for 2014.
Does the 2015 Acura MDX have the same engine as the 2014 model?
Yes. The 2015 MDX retains the 290-hp 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed automatic transmission used for 2014.
Did the 2015 Acura MDX receive new safety or technology features?
No lineup-wide safety or technology features were added for 2015. Those areas carried over from the redesigned 2014 MDX.
Is the 2015 Acura MDX meaningfully different from the 2014 model?
No, not because of model-year updates. The 2015 MDX is essentially a carryover, so used-vehicle shoppers should focus more on condition, mileage, equipment, and maintenance history when comparing the two years.
2015 Acura MDX Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Acura MDX.
4.2
2015 Acura MDX
(192 reviews)
“I love my Acura. It has great features and is very comfortable. I have a company vehicle for work so I just use the Acura for pleasure. After researching many cars the Acura MDX had the safety ratings, comfort, and roominess I was looking for.”
“Great larger SUV that drives like a smaller vehicle. Solidly build and nicely styled. Well-finished and stylish interior.”