Acura MDX 4WD

20032016 · 15 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
18
Best
22

The Acura MDX 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 15 different configurations spanning model years 2003 through 2016. Over this period, the MDX 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 17 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 18 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2016
22
2015
21
2014
21
2013
18
2012
18
2011
18
2010
18
2009
17
2008
17
2007
17
2006
17
2005
17
2004
17
2003
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (MDX 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Acura MDX 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Acura Acura MDX grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
588
Total Deaths
207

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
8.8%
Fire Occurrence
2.0%
Speeding Involved
9.9%
DUI Involved
13.3%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

77%
Front
12%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes81
Fatalities
36
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2022
Fatal Crashes65
Fatalities
28
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2021
Fatal Crashes73
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2020
Fatal Crashes55
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2019
Fatal Crashes57
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2018
Fatal Crashes62
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2017
Fatal Crashes61
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.28
2016
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.26
2015
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2014
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.29

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2016
2
2015
1
2014
7
2013
1
2012
1
2010
1
2006
1
2005
3
2003
13
Critical
Moderate
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