As members of the Texas Auto Writers Association, we are granted access to vehicles at our annual events that get put into situations most customers would not dare to take their personal vehicles. Case in point: off-road in the FIRST-EVER Type S variant of an Acura SUV. Meet the 2022 MDX SH-AWD Type S Advance.
Joining the ranks of the TL, RSK, and legendary NSX Type S models, the MXD Type S is fueled by Acura's handling heritage ready to conquer new roads (and maybe some terrain without pavement).
The MDX Type S raises the bar for Acura's performance, literally. With its adjustable dynamic air suspensions, your MDX Type S can personalize its ride for the type of driving you will be doing. The MDX Type S can go from increased comfort when cruising around town, to load-leveling while hauling, to a lower and more aerodynamic stance for sporty handling, or a lifted stance for tackling some off-road obstacles.
Powered by Acura's 3.0L Turbocharged V6 making 355 horsepower, this 3-row SUV can make any driving occasion a blast. Thanks to the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive, the power will get distributed to the wheels with traction, no matter the road or pavement conditions. Activate Sport+ mode and the technological wizardry of Acura engineering turns up the fun even more.
2022 Acura MDX SH-AWD Type S Advance Specs:
3.0L Twin-Scroll Turbocharged V6 Engine
355 Horsepower
354 lb-ft of Torque
10-Speed Automatic Transmission with Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifters
Standard Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive
21-inch Machine-Finished Aluminum Alloy Wheels
275/40 R21 Performance All-Season Tires
Brembo® Front 4-Piston Braking System
4,788 lb. Curb Weight
58/42 Front/Rear Weight Distribution
Up to 9.4 inches of Ground Clearance (More than Sequoia TRD Pro)
Seating for 7
Heated and Ventilated Front Milano Premium Leather-Trimmed Seats
16-Way Power Seats with Power Lumbar, Thigh Extension, Side Bolsters & 9-way Massage Function
16.3 Cubic Feet of Storage Behind Third Row
39.1 Cubic Feet of Storage Behind Second Row
71.4 Cubic Feet of Storage Behind Front Row
Panoramic Moonroof
12.3-inch HD Dual-Content Center Infotainment Screen
12.3-inch HD Precision Cockpit™ Digital Instrument Cluster
ELS STUDIO 3D® Signature Edition Premium Audio System with 25 Speakers with Built-In Amazon Alexa
Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Humidity Control and Air Filtration with GPS-linked Climate Control
Proximity Key with Push Button Start
EPA Fuel Economy 17/21/19 (city/hwy/combined)
Starting MSRP $66,700 (Type S)
Price as tested: $73,595
All images courtesy of Capturing the Machine.
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