Acura MDX AWD

20172026 · 11 configurations

Lowest
21
Average
21
Best
22

The Acura MDX AWD has been tested by the EPA across 11 different configurations spanning model years 2017 through 2026. Over this period, the MDX AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 21 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 21 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

2026
21
2025
21
2024
21
2023
21
2022
21
2020
22
2019
22
2018
22
2017
22

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (MDX AWD) 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 AWD. 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
89
Total Deaths
30

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
7.9%
Fire Occurrence
2.2%
Speeding Involved
7.9%
DUI Involved
11.2%
Primary Impact Zone

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

70%
Front
10%
Side
20%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2022
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2021
Fatal Crashes20
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2020
Fatal Crashes10
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.20
2019
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.13
2018
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.25
2017
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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

Historical Severity Timeline

2025
1
2023
1
2020
2
2019
1
2018
2
2017
6
Critical
Moderate
Advisory