How much does the 2016 Acura MDX cost?

Prices have softened 7.20% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 976 listings available, which suggests you have a workable amount of inventory to compare. If you find a listing below $14,428.64, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2016 Acura MDX a good car?

Yes — the 5/5 user rating and 7.5/10 expert rating both point to a strong overall reputation. The standout strength is Safety at 10/10.

Owners consistently praise the comfortable ride, effective safety features, spacious interior, and overall performance. That lines up well with the MDX’s family-friendly, long-trip-friendly positioning in the overview, where comfort, safety, and practicality are central strengths. With 31.1% of listings marked as good or great deals, you also have a decent chance of finding a compelling price.

Is the 2016 Acura MDX reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback also points to a vehicle that feels dependable, with praise for its comfortable ride, safety features, and overall performance. The expert evaluation adds that the MDX is built around a refined, quality-focused driving experience, and the ownership-cost discussion notes that it has historically been very reliable. Acura also recommends premium fuel, which is worth factoring into long-term running costs.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that newer technology and transmission behavior can affect satisfaction even if the underlying vehicle remains solid.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 Acura MDX?

At 59.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one with a complex option package. Pay close attention to how the transmission behaves on the road, since shifting complaints are a recurring theme in owner feedback and expert testing. It’s also smart to confirm that the safety and tech features you want are actually present, because package content changes the ownership experience a lot.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base setup is simpler, while higher versions add more comfort, convenience, and safety technology. The cabin is described as clean but plain, and the feature spread is driven heavily by option packages rather than a richly equipped standard model.
• Powertrain: You get a 3.5-liter V6 with 290 horsepower and a new 9-speed automatic transmission. The engine is strong and refined, but the transmission can feel delayed or less responsive than you’d want, especially during passing, hill climbing, or stop-and-go driving.
• Safety package: AcuraWatch Plus adds adaptive cruise control with forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning and lane-keep assist, and a road-departure mitigation system. Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert requires the Technology or Advance Package.
• Infotainment: The MDX uses a dual-screen setup, and all models gain Siri Eyes Free compatibility. The Technology Package adds navigation with real-time traffic reports, a premium sound system with HD Radio, and a GPS-linked solar-sensing climate control system. The Advance Package adds remote engine start, and the Entertainment Package brings a rear-seat entertainment system with a larger display.
• Fuel efficiency: The EPA rates SH-AWD models at 18 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined. With the Advance Package and Idle Stop, those figures improve to 19 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 mpg combined.

Which 2016 Acura MDX trim should I buy?

The 2016 Acura MDX is offered in 4 trim levels: base, Technology, Advance, and Entertainment.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: This is the simplest way into the MDX, but you give up the extra convenience and safety content that comes with the higher packages. It also lacks the blind-spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert that appears with the Technology or Advance Package.
• Sweet-spot trim: The Technology Package is the best value for most shoppers because it adds navigation with real-time traffic, a premium sound system with HD Radio, solar-sensing climate control, and access to AcuraLink services. It also brings the blind-spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert.
• Premium/top trim: The Advance Package is the most luxurious choice, adding Idle Stop, remote engine start, ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, and front and rear parking assistance sensors. If you want the most comfort and convenience, this is the one to target.
• Off-road trim: None of the described trims is positioned as an off-road choice, so there isn’t a separate daily-driver caution to weigh here.

AcuraWatch Plus is available on any version of the MDX, so you can add the core driver-assistance suite without moving up a trim.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2016 Acura MDX?

This is a moderate, selective-buyer market, so you have room to shop carefully without expecting a deep bargain on every listing.

• Deal availability: 31.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 976 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.20% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 59.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $14,428.64, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2016 Acura MDX's resale value?

The current average of $14,975 sits slightly below last year's $16,137.

That price movement suggests the MDX has softened enough to create a better entry point for you as a buyer, but it also means a future seller may need to price competitively to stand out. Even so, the model’s strong reputation for safety, comfort, and owner satisfaction should help support demand over time. The fact that the MDX is expected to retain a big chunk of its value also points to relatively resilient resale performance.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2016 Acura MDX safe?

The 2016 Acura MDX earns Top Safety Pick recognition from the IIHS and five-star ratings from the federal government in every single assessment, accompanied by a four-star rollover resistance rating.

It earns a 10/10 safety score from our experts.

AcuraWatch Plus adds adaptive cruise control with forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning and lane-keep assist, and a road-departure mitigation system. If you want blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, you need the Technology or Advance Package, which also include rain-sensing wipers.

The safety story is one of the MDX’s biggest strengths, and it’s a major reason this model year stands out for family buyers.

Should I buy a 2016 Acura MDX or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2016 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2016 if:

• 31.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 59.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.20% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2016 stands out for its strong safety package, including AcuraWatch Plus and top-tier crash-test results.

The bottom line: If you want a used luxury SUV with strong safety, solid owner satisfaction, and a softer price than last year, the 2016 MDX is a sensible target. If you’re especially price-sensitive, focus on the best-maintained examples with clean history and the right package content, since the feature spread matters a lot on this model.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.