Used Acura MDX for Sale nearPalatine, IL

How much does the Acura MDX cost in today's market?

Used Acura MDX prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Acura MDX's current nationwide average price is $33,005, and its lowest point over the past year was $28,638. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Acura MDX a good car?

Yes — the Acura MDX is a strong used pick if you want a three-row luxury SUV that blends comfort, practicality, and a sporty personality.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.57/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the MDX for its spacious cabin, smooth ride, and comfortable, family-friendly character. Reliability and safety also come up often as recurring strengths, along with the model’s upscale feel and broad usefulness.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2019 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are the cramped third row, fuel economy, and infotainment usability, especially in recent years where the tech interface has been a frequent talking point.

34.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Acura MDX models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the MDX as a comfortable, dependable luxury SUV with strong everyday usability. Expert feedback also points to a solid, well-rounded character that has aged well across multiple generations.

• Owners rate the Acura MDX between 3.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For long-term ownership, you should pay close attention to maintenance history and any signs of transmission or technology-related concerns on older examples.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78.7% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2022 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: AcuraWatch
• Infotainment: 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Amazon Alexa Built-in and Google Built-in
• Fuel efficiency: While the official EPA fuel economy estimate is 21 mpg combined, we observed 17.9 mpg on our SoCal evaluation loop. Prior to that, over 160 miles of driving, the MDX averaged 19.2 mpg, including a 100-mile round-trip to Pasadena on free-flowing freeways.

Which Acura MDX trim should I buy?

The 2026 Acura MDX offers these trims:

• MDX: The base model gives you the core MDX experience, and it’s the starting point if you want the model’s comfort, space, and everyday usability at the lowest entry point.
• Technology: This package adds more equipment and is a strong value choice if you want a richer feature set without moving too far up the lineup.
• A-Spec: This trim adds blacked-out wheels and exterior trim, subtle styling changes, and bolder interior treatments with leather and artificial suede.
• Advance: This version adds a more upscale feel and is aimed at buyers who want a more premium presentation.
• A-Spec Advance: This is the best-value trim if you want the A-Spec styling with more upscale equipment, plus standard AWD.
• Type S Advance: This trim adds the more powerful turbocharged engine and other performance upgrades for buyers who want the most athletic MDX.

What Acura MDX do most buyers choose?

The Acura MDX years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you the broadest selection of recent-model inventory, which makes it easier to compare prices, trims, and equipment. They also tend to sit in the sweet spot between newer features and used-car value.

What is the Acura MDX's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used because it creates more room for value. The declines are fairly consistent across the lineup, with newer and older years both showing meaningful drops. The smallest changes are concentrated in the older model years, which suggests those versions have been moving more steadily than the rest.

The 2018, 2016, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Acura MDX safe?

• 2026: 7/10
• 2025: 8/10
• 2024: 9/10
• 2023: 7/10
• 2022: 8/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 8/10
• 2016: 10/10
• 2014: 10/10

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.

For the safest used buy, the 2014 and 2016 models both post the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Acura MDX now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −8.33% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −9.63%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.6% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $48,640. The Acura MDX offers a comfortable cabin, strong family usefulness, and a polished overall character that makes it easy to live with every day.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Most MDX models have a 3.5-liter V6 engine under their hoods. It generates 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque, and pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission and Acura’s Integrated Dynamics System driving modes, including Snow, Comfort, Normal, and Sport.
• Tech: A 12.3-inch digital instrumentation display pairs with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and it offers wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and wireless smartphone charging.
• Safety: Acura bundles most of the MDX’s driver aids into a package called AcuraWatch, and the more expensive variants offer a surround-view camera system.
• Starting price: Prices range from $53,150 to $77,200, including the $1,350 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

Compare 2026 Acura MDX Trims

The 2026 Acura MDX offers a range of trims from budget-friendly FWD to feature-rich AWD options, catering to various preferences and needs.

• Starting at $47,481
• Best MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 26 hwy
• Most Popular: SH-AWD with Technology Package

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

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: $47,481 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 431 listings
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SH-AWD — "Who It's For"

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

• Avg. market price: $48,713 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 1,081 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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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 features without a significant price increase.

• Avg. market price: $51,316 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 26 hwy
• Inventory: 1,077 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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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 blend of luxury and performance in a popular trim.

• Avg. market price: $52,480 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 2,240 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 aesthetics and performance without going overboard.

• Avg. market price: $56,465 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 1,114 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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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 premium features and comfort in their SUV.

• Avg. market price: $61,378 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 984 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 sporty features.

• Avg. market price: $60,859 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 19 city / 25 hwy
• Inventory: 175 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View SH-AWD with A-SPEC and Advance Package listings

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 advanced features for adventurous driving.

• Avg. market price: $68,484 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 17 city / 21 hwy
• Inventory: 265 listings
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — SH-AWD with Technology Package

With 2,240 active listings, the SH-AWD with Technology Package is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — FWD

At $47,481 avg market price — below the lineup median of $54,472 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — FWD

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

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.