like this?

 

 

I'm just happy to (finally) see the parrot-beak go. That, IMO, is long overdue.

 

what the hell is that???

Japanese Borat???

 

This is worse. First, I always thought the beak looked best -- and actually decent -- on the MDX. And the beak look softened over the years. But this is ?????.

 

Yeah I think this new grill is terrible, the previous grille looked significantly better.

 

The grill is totally generic. Has no design sense at all. Honda/Acura just continue to disappoint in designs. They need all new design staffs.

 

Pretty generic-looking, shouldn't affect sales though.

 

I personally think they've improved. I find the recent crop of Hondas and Acuras to be attractive, whether they be the Civic Accord CRV or TLX and refreshed iLX and RDX.

 

Generic sells. It's a good move. No one liked the beak filler shield. Once this makes it down to the other models, Acura will be a far better brand.

 

Considering the number of MDX's I see in my area, I'm going to say that plenty of people like the MDX beak, or just don't care about it.

 

No one likes the beak, but it's an accepted poison. They buy the MDX because of it's good virtues and because it's an Acura. Same reason people will continue to buy the new dust-buster Corolla.

 

it looks like it was made for some other car and just slapped on MDX, does not fit properly.

And looking at interior, Acura needs to start working on their luxury bits... they are way behind in interior department.

 

the 16 felt plasticky and on my recent test drive things that I would consider not normal, was normal for the dealership "hissing noise at stoplights coming from the transmission". However the 17 although loooking like a higher trim kia sportage on the outside, inside wise they have upped their game. Better leather tone, no longer high gloss 90s wood trim, replaced with real wood in alot of areas. Dont know about the plastics up top and down below but its much improved over the 16.

 

Refreshed 2017 Acura MDX Launches with Bold New Styling, Premium Features and Standard AcuraWatch™ Technology

Jun 21, 2016 - TORRANCE, Calif.

2017 MDX showcases next evolution of the Acura Precision Concept-inspired new Acura Diamond Pentagon grille and exterior styling
Most premium and technologically advanced MDX in history now available with 20-inch wheels, 2nd row captain's chairs, HD traffic, SiriusXM Radio® 2.0, heated steering wheel and Surround View Camera
Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) variant launching later this year
MDX is America's best-selling 3-row luxury SUV of all time

The restyled and refreshed 2017 Acura MDX, the best-selling 3-row luxury SUV of all time, goes on sale tomorrow at Acura dealerships nationwide with a starting MSRP of $43,950. The 2017 Acura MDX raises its game with bold new exterior styling, larger wheel and tire options and an expanded complement of premium features and technologies, including the AcuraWatch™ suite of advanced safety and driver-assistive technologies, now offered as standard equipment on all 2017 MDX models, a 1st in the luxury SUV segment.

Featuring refreshed exterior styling inspired by the Acura Precision Concept, the 2017 MDX is highlighted by the new face of Acura, the bold and distinctive Diamond Pentagon grille. Integrated with a more sculpted hood, front fascia, front fenders and revised Jewel Eye™ headlights, the result is a more "executive athletic" appearance for Acura's class-leading luxury SUV. Additional styling updates include new chrome rocker panel trim, a revised rear bumper and skid garnish, and the return of visible dual exhausts with bright finishers.

"We're raising the Acura MDX's game for 2017 with premium new features and technologies that luxury SUV buyers want, complemented by bold, new styling we know they're going to love," said Jon Ikeda, vice president and general manager, Acura Division. "Backed by its high-performance credentials, the 2017 MDX has advanced its competitiveness and will continue its legacy of leadership as the best-selling 3-row luxury SUV in America."

Premium Content

All 2017 MDX models benefit from increased standard luxury and technology features, including an Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold, Auto High Beam headlights, SiriusXM Radio 2.0, 4 2.5-amp USB charging ports and capless fuel filler. Technology and Advance packages add Bi-Directional Keyless Remote Engine Start, 2 new 20-inch wheel and tire options, power folding side mirrors, and HD Traffic.

In addition, Advance grades add LED fog lights, genuine Olive Ash Burl or Black Limba wood interior trim, a heated steering wheel and Surround-View Camera System with 6 selectable viewing angles. Advance models can also be equipped with 2 2nd-row captain's chairs and a center console with 2 additional USB ports for 3rd-row passengers. An ultra-widescreen Rear Entertainment System is also available on models with the Advance ENT Package.

Safety

All 2017 Acura MDX models come equipped with the AcuraWatch suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies: Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKAS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow (LSF) and Road Departure Mitigation (RDM). All models also come equipped with a multi-angle rearview camera, and upper grades add blind spot information (BSI), front and rear parking sensors, Rear Cross Traffic Monitor and new Auto High Beam.

Combining AcuraWatch with Acura's next-generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure, the 2017 MDX delivers intelligent safety and confident driving performance at the top of the competitive segment and targets top safety ratings; a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has already been achieved, and a TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is anticipated.

Powertrain

The 2017 MDX leads its class with its combination of refined and responsive power and outstanding fuel efficiency. The 3.5-liter direct-injected i-VTEC® 24-valve V-6 engine is rated at 290 peak horsepower and 267 lb.-ft. peak torque. The 2017 MDX with front-wheel drive and Idle Stop has an EPA fuel economy rating of 20 mpg city/27 highway/23 combined, and MDX with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) and Idle Stop is EPA rated at 19 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined. The MDX also meets the stringent EPA Tier 3/Bin 125 and CARB LEVIII ULEV-125 emissions standards.

An available Sport Hybrid Super Handling-All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) powertrain variant will be available later in the year, making MDX the 3rd model in Acura's lineup to utilize its revolutionary 3 -motor Sport Hybrid powertrain with electric torque vectoring.

For More Information

Additional media information including pricing, features and high-resolution photography is available at Honda News. Consumer information is available at Luxury Sedans and SUVs | Acura.com. To join the Acura community on Facebook, visit facebook.com/Acura.

About Acura

Acura is a leading automotive luxury nameplate that delivers Precision Crafted Performance, an original approach to technology and design that creates a new driving experience. On March 27, 2016, Acura celebrated the 30th anniversary of its launch as the 1st luxury nameplate from a Japanese automaker.

The Acura lineup features 5 distinctive models – the RLX luxury flagship sedan, the TLX performance luxury sedan, the ILX sport sedan, the 5-passenger RDX luxury crossover SUV, and the 7-passenger Acura MDX, America's all-time best-selling 3-row luxury SUV. This spring, Acura launched its next-generation, electrified NSX supercar as a new and pinnacle expression of Acura Precision Crafted Performance.