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2024 Acura MDX

The 2024 Acura MDX is a compact SUV, rated at 22 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2024 Acura MDX
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Combined MPG
22
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$51,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeAcura
ModelMDX
Model year2024
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3.5 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (S10)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG19
Highway MPG26
Combined MPG22
CO₂ tailpipe411 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3500

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
MDX AWD21 MPG combined
MDX AWD Type-S19 MPG combined
MDX FWD22 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City19 MPG
Highway26 MPG
Combined22 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

MDX22 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 32% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$898/mo
Amount financed
$45,900
Total interest
$7,985
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5-year fuel cost
$9,136

$1,827/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG22
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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES25V391000 · 2025-06-12

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 29, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.

  • AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER26V332000 · 2026-05-21

    Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2021, 2023 Acura TLX, 2019-2024 RDX, 2017-2020, 2022-2026 MDX, 2017-2021, 2023, 2025 Honda Ridgeline, 2017-2022 Pilot, 2019-2021 Passport, 2018-2026 Odyssey, 2019-2022 Insight, 2019-2021 HR-V, 2018-2020 Fit, 2020-2022 CR-V Hybrid, 2017-2022 CR-V, 2017-2018, 2021 Civic Type R, 2017-2021 Civic hatchback, 2016-2020 Civic coupe, 2016-2022 Civic, 2017-2022 Accord Hybrid, and 2016-2022 Accord vehicles. The front passenger seat weight sensor may crack and short circuit, which can cause the air bags to deploy unintentionally during a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat weight sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 6, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are BOL, WO9, OOA, WOM, XOH, NOC, POD, BOE, UOF, POB, EOG, AOI, QO8, TOJ, DO7, and SOK. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 24V064. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 29, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2024 Acura MDX?

The 2024 Acura MDX is EPA-rated at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway).

Is the 2024 Acura MDX reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Acura MDX. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2024 Acura MDX?

The 2024 Acura MDX earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2024 Acura MDX?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2024 Acura MDX costs roughly $1,827 per year to fuel, or about $9,136 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2024 Acura MDX?

The 2024 Acura MDX is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC