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2022 Acura MDX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Acura MDX is an all-new, fourth-generation model. Its full redesign brings a new platform, a more upscale cabin, updated technology, and the first MDX Type S.
About the 2022 Acura MDX
4th gen (2022-2024), first year / full redesign
Acura positions the MDX as its flagship three-row premium performance SUV: a family vehicle that puts more emphasis on driving feel than many rivals. The pitch centers on sporty handling from the new chassis and double-wishbone front suspension, available SH-AWD for sharper control, and a cabin that mixes three-row flexibility with big digital displays and upscale materials. For most buyers, the MDX’s appeal is getting family usefulness without giving up a driver-focused character.
The 2022 MDX is a three-row premium SUV with a well-equipped base model and several distinct upgrades. Technology models emphasize leather, navigation, and premium audio, while A-Spec adds a sportier look and Advance focuses on comfort. The new Type S stands apart with a 355-hp turbo V6, air suspension, and stronger brakes.
What changed, by category
Structural
A new platform brings a longer wheelbase, a stiffer body, and a double-wishbone front suspension designed to improve handling and ride control.
Powertrain
A 10-speed automatic replaces the previous transmission across the lineup. The new Type S adds a 355-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, sport-tuned all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, and stronger Brembo front brakes.
Styling
The exterior and cabin were fully redesigned. A panoramic moonroof became standard on every trim, while A-Spec and Type S models received their own sport-focused exterior details.
Tech
Every 2022 MDX gained a 12.3-inch center display, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and wireless phone charging.
Safety
The standard safety suite expanded to include Traffic Jam Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, and Pedestrian Detection, along with adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist.
2022 Acura MDX specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter | V6, i-VTEC, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Sequential SportShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Sequential SportShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Sequential SportShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Sequential SportShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Sequential SportShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Sequential SportShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Sequential SportShift | Automatic, 10-Spd w/Sequential SportShift |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 17 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 21 mpg | 26 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 290 hp | 290 hp | 355 hp | 290 hp | 290 hp | 355 hp | 290 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft | 267 lb-ft | 354 lb-ft | 267 lb-ft | 267 lb-ft | 354 lb-ft | 267 lb-ft | 267 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 3500 lb | 5000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 95 cu-ft | 95 cu-ft | 95 cu-ft | 95 cu-ft | 95 cu-ft | 95 cu-ft | 95 cu-ft | 95 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.1 in | 29.1 in | 29.1 in | 29.1 in | 29.1 in | 29.1 in | 29.1 in | 29.1 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||
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| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | ||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||
| Massage Front Seat | ||||||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2022 Acura MDX a redesigned model?
Yes. The 2022 MDX begins the fourth generation with a new platform, longer wheelbase, stiffer body, redesigned cabin, and new double-wishbone front suspension.
What engine does the 2022 Acura MDX have?
Most 2022 MDX trims use a 290-hp 3.5-liter V6 with a 10-speed automatic. The Type S uses a 355-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 with standard all-wheel drive.
What is new about the 2022 Acura MDX Type S?
The Type S debuts for 2022 as the first Acura SUV to wear the badge. It adds a 355-hp turbo V6, sport-tuned all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, Brembo front brakes, and more aggressive styling.
What technology is standard in the 2022 Acura MDX?
Every 2022 MDX has a 12.3-inch center display, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging, and a panoramic moonroof.
Does every 2022 Acura MDX have all-wheel drive?
No. Front-wheel drive is used on the base MDX and the Technology model unless they carry the SH-AWD name. A-Spec, Advance, and Type S versions use Acura’s all-wheel-drive system.
2022 Acura MDX Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Acura MDX.
4.3
2022 Acura MDX
(2,224 reviews)
“The MDX type S is loads of fun. Precise handling, braking, acceleration; and a noticeable difference in the available drive modes. It's a big step up in attention to detail compared to previous MDX models. It's a joy to drive, hands-down best Acura we've owned to date.”
“It has all the features you could ever ask for, and the SUV looks and feels amazing.”