New & Used 2026 Acura MDX for Sale nearRaleigh, NC

Compare 2026 Acura MDX Trims in Raleigh, NC

The 2026 Acura MDX offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to fully loaded models, all featuring a robust V6 engine.

• Starting at $49,999
• Best MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 26 hwy
• Most Popular: SH-AWD with Technology Package

Trim Overview

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FWD — "Who It's For"

The FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly SUV without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $59,414 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 44 listings
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SH-AWD — "Who It's For"

The SH-AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive capability without a hefty price tag.

• Avg. market price: $59,414 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 77 listings
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FWD with Technology Package — "Who It's For"

The FWD with Technology Package is the pick for shoppers who want advanced tech features without going for the top trim.

• Avg. market price: $59,414 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 64 listings
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SH-AWD with Technology Package — "Who It's For"

The SH-AWD with Technology Package is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded SUV with popular features at a great price.

• Avg. market price: $49,999 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 141 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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SH-AWD with A-SPEC Package — "Who It's For"

The SH-AWD with A-SPEC Package is the pick for shoppers who want sporty styling and features without a significant price increase.

• Avg. market price: $59,414 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 74 listings
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SH-AWD with Advance Package — "Who It's For"

The SH-AWD with Advance Package is the pick for shoppers who want a premium experience with advanced features and comfort.

• Avg. market price: $60,980 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 64 listings
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SH-AWD with A-SPEC and Advance Package — "Who It's For"

The SH-AWD with A-SPEC and Advance Package is the pick for shoppers who want the ultimate in luxury and performance features.

• Avg. market price: $58,695 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 8 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Type S SH-AWD with Advance Package — "Who It's For"

The Type S SH-AWD with Advance Package is the pick for shoppers who want a powerful SUV with sporty performance and luxury features.

• Avg. market price: $67,980 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 25 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — SH-AWD with Technology Package

With 141 active listings, the SH-AWD with Technology Package is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — SH-AWD with Technology Package

At $49,999 avg market price — below the lineup median of $59,414 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — FWD

The FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 19/26 MPG/MPGe.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Is the 2026 Acura MDX a good car?

The 2026 Acura MDX earns a 7.67/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Technology.

It’s a sporty-looking, comfortable, and reliable three-row crossover SUV that’s intended for on-road use rather than off-road driving. Acura’s styling is a major part of the appeal, and the cabin quality and easy-to-use technology help it feel friendly in everyday use.

The main trade-offs are clear: the third row is cramped, and fuel economy is poor. There’s also no hybrid option, so efficiency-minded shoppers will need to look elsewhere.

With 37.9% of listings priced as good or great deals, the market gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2026 Acura MDX reliable?

The 2026 Acura MDX is described as reliable, and it’s aimed at buyers who want a comfortable, quiet, and well-rounded three-row SUV for paved roads. The expert evaluation also emphasizes that it feels solid and structurally robust in daily driving, which supports the case for long-term dependability.

The powertrain is straightforward: most models use a 3.5-liter V6 with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and the MDX’s ride-and-handling balance is tuned for everyday use rather than hard use. Acura’s driver-assistance systems are also presented as refined and accurate, which adds to the sense that the vehicle is engineered for low-stress ownership.

Acura also includes a three-year complimentary subscription to Google services, which helps the tech side of ownership feel more complete from the start.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the MDX’s efficiency limitations and lack of a hybrid option may matter more as ownership costs add up.

What should I look for when buying a used 2026 Acura MDX?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 95.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or one with optional equipment. Focus on cabin condition, technology operation, and how the vehicle drives at low and highway speeds, since the MDX’s appeal depends heavily on comfort, usability, and refinement.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base and Technology Package models come standard with front-wheel drive, while A-Spec and A-Spec Advance include blacked-out wheels, exterior trim changes, and bolder interior treatments. Base and Technology Package models can be equipped with AWD for an extra $2,200, and the Type S Advance adds a more powerful turbocharged engine and other upgrades.
• Powertrain: Most MDX models use a 3.5-liter V6 with 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and driving modes including Snow, Comfort, Normal, and Sport. SH-AWD adds torque vectoring and increases towing capacity to 5,000 pounds, compared with 3,500 pounds for FWD models.
• Safety package: AcuraWatch includes forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, and adaptive cruise control with traffic-jam assist. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high-beam headlights are also standard, while parking sensors with low-speed braking are on most models and a surround-view camera system is offered on more expensive variants.
• Infotainment: The MDX uses a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation display and a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, with a 10.5-inch head-up display available. Wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, wireless smartphone charging, Amazon Alexa Built-in, and Google Built-in are included, and every version except the base model gets a Bang & Olufsen sound system.
• Fuel efficiency: The official EPA fuel economy estimate is 21 mpg combined, and the MDX returned 17.9 mpg on the evaluation loop.

Which 2026 Acura MDX trim should I buy?

The 2026 Acura MDX is offered in 6 trim levels: base, Technology, A-Spec, Advance, A-Spec Advance, and Type S Advance.

Here's the short version:

• base: This is the entry point, and it gives you the MDX’s core luxury-SUV formula with standard front-wheel drive and the full AcuraWatch safety suite. It makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and plan to add AWD only if you need it.
• Technology: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds more equipment while staying close to the MDX’s everyday-friendly mission. It also keeps the standard FWD setup, with AWD available if you want it.
• A-Spec: Choose this if you want the MDX to lean harder into style, with blacked-out exterior details and a sportier interior presentation. It’s the trim for buyers who care most about appearance and a more distinctive cabin.
• Advance: This trim is aimed at shoppers who want a more upscale feel and more available equipment without moving all the way to the Type S family. It’s the better pick if comfort and luxury matter more than visual drama.
• A-Spec Advance: This is the most balanced choice if you want the A-Spec look with more premium content. It combines the sportier styling cues with the richer equipment set, making it the strongest all-around recommendation.
• Type S Advance: Pick this if you want the performance-oriented MDX. It swaps in the twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 and other upgrades, so it’s the right choice only if you want the quickest, most capable version.

AcuraWatch is standard across the lineup, and more expensive variants add a surround-view camera system.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2026 Acura MDX?

The market looks moderately favorable if you’re a selective buyer, with enough inventory to compare examples and enough deal activity to reward patience.

• Deal availability: 37.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,905 listings available.
• Clean inventory: 95.9% of listings are accident-free.

Is the 2026 Acura MDX safe?

The 2026 Acura MDX earns five-star ratings from NHTSA for FWD models. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has not published ratings for the 2026 MDX, but the nearly identical 2025 model was an IIHS Top Safety Pick.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

AcuraWatch bundles the MDX’s driver aids, including forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centering assist, and adaptive cruise control with traffic-jam assist. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic high-beam headlights are also standard.

Most MDX models have parking sensors with low-speed braking, while more expensive variants offer a surround-view camera system. AcuraWatch is described as more refined and accurate than in past years, though the lane-departure warning still brings steering-wheel wobble and lane-centering can cycle on and off in some situations.

Should I buy a 2026 Acura MDX or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2026 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

• Choose the 2026 if: 37.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

• Choose the 2026 if: Accident-free inventory is excellent at 95.9% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

• Choose the 2026 if: It carries forward the refreshed MDX formula with only minor color updates and keeps the strong tech-and-comfort mix.

• Consider the 2025 if: It brings the refresh that sharpened the MDX’s simplicity, sophistication, and refinement.

The bottom line: the 2026 is the better choice if you want the latest version of the refreshed MDX and you’re shopping for a comfortable, stylish, tech-friendly three-row luxury SUV. If you’re more price-sensitive, the 2025 is the smarter path because it delivers the same core appeal with the benefit of being the prior model year.

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