7 seats. 3 full LATCH positions. Up to 5,000 lb towing.
The 2026 Acura MDX: the 3-row SUV for growing families
When a second car seat turns into a third, or carpool and grandparents join the ride, the MDX gives your family a real third row without giving up the way an Acura drives.
Family fit
Built around car seats, carpools and cargo
- 3 full LATCH positions across the second row, plus 2 tether-only positions, and the best IIHS LATCH rating (G+) in the Acura lineup
- Removable second-row middle seat, so you can run a bench for three or open a walkway to the third row
- Third row with 29.1 inches of legroom, sized for kids and short trips
- Cargo: 16.3 cu ft behind the third row, 39.1 cu ft behind the second row, 71.4 cu ft maximum
- Tri-zone climate standard, so the back rows get their own temperature
- 12.3-inch touchscreen with Google built-in standard, plus wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick, with AcuraWatch safety and driver-assist technology standard
Who it is for
Is this your next family car?
The MDX is for families who have run out of back seat. Three children in car seats or boosters, a carpool, or grandparents who ride along are the most common reasons families move up from a 2-row SUV.
It also suits families who tow a small boat or camper: SH-AWD models are rated to tow up to 5,000 pounds.
If you only need two car seats and want to spend less, compare it with the RDX, or read MDX vs RDX.
Trims and pricing
2026 Acura MDX trims
| Trim | What you get | Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| MDX (FWD) | 3.5L V6, 290 hp, 7 seats, Google built-in, tri-zone climate | $51,800 |
| MDX (SH-AWD) | Adds Super Handling All-Wheel Drive and 5,000 lb towing | $54,000 |
| Technology Package | More comfort and tech features; FWD or SH-AWD | $57,200 / $59,400 |
| A-Spec | Sport styling, SH-AWD | $62,400 |
| Advance Package | Top comfort features, 10.5-inch head-up display, SH-AWD | $66,900 |
| A-Spec Advance | A-Spec styling with Advance features | $68,900 |
| Type S Advance | 3.0L turbo V6, 355 hp, AcuraWatch 360 | $75,850 |
EPA estimates: 22 mpg combined (FWD), 21 mpg combined (SH-AWD), 19 mpg combined (Type S). Prices shown are Acura's published starting MSRP for the 2026 model year as of September 2026. They exclude destination ($1,295 to $1,450 depending on model), tax, title, registration and dealer fees, and they can change. Ask Richard for the exact price on a specific vehicle.
Make the test drive count
What to check on your test drive
Richard sets up your drive around real family life, not a lap around the block.
- Install your own car seats in the second row, and check the third-row access with a seat in place
- Fold the third row and load your stroller, sports bags or cooler
- Have your kids sit in the third row, since they are the ones riding there
- Drive your real commute, including a stretch of Route 22 or the Parkway
- Connect your phone and try Google built-in for maps and calls
- Check the rear climate controls from the back seat
Questions
Acura MDX questions families ask
How many car seats fit in the Acura MDX?
The 2026 MDX has 3 full LATCH positions in the second row plus 2 tether-only positions, according to IIHS. Many families run three seats across the second row, or two in the second row and boosters in the third. The exact fit depends on your seats, so bring them to your test drive.
Is the MDX third row big enough for adults?
The third row has 29.1 inches of legroom. It works best for children and for adults on short trips.
How much can the 2026 MDX tow?
Up to 5,000 pounds with SH-AWD and 3,500 pounds with front-wheel drive, according to Acura.
Is the MDX a safe family SUV?
The MDX earned a 2025 IIHS Top Safety Pick, and AcuraWatch safety and driver-assist technology is standard on every trim.
What does the 2026 MDX cost?
Starting MSRP is $51,800 for the front-wheel-drive MDX and $54,000 with SH-AWD, up to $75,850 for the Type S Advance, before destination, taxes and fees.
Your time, your pace
Test drive the MDX with Richard
Tell Richard what your family needs. He will line up the right vehicles, have them ready when you arrive, and send you real numbers before you come in.
- Vehicles pulled up and warmed up before you arrive
- Bring your car seats. You can check the fit before you decide
- Clear, itemized numbers in writing
- No pressure to decide the same day
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