2008 Acura MDX Base
All photo credits
- Photo: 2008-2009 Acura MDX, front view by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: '10-'12 Acura MDX -- Front by Bull-Doser, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Acura MDX 3.7 V6 SH-AWD (49638178428) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Acura MDX 3.7 V6 SH-AWD (49638178553) by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2008-2009 Acura MDX, rear view by EurovisionNim, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2008 Acura MDX Base is a 300-hp 3.7-liter SUV with a 5-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $40,195 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 300 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 275 lb-ft of torque at 5000 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The MDX measures 190.7 inches long on a 108.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,548 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $40,195 ($60,675 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.7-liter SOHC 24-valve VTEC V-6 |
| Displacement | 3.7 L |
| Horsepower | 300 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 275 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Valvetrain | SOHC, 24-valve, VTEC |
| Bore and Stroke | 90 x 96 mm (3.4 x 3.8 in) |
| Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 |
| Injection Type | PGM-FI multi-point injection, Drive-By-Wire throttle |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD (SH-AWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic with Sequential SportShift and Grade Logic Control |
| 1st Gear | 2.697 (46 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.606 (77 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.071 (116 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.766 (162 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.538 (230 mph **) |
| Reverse | 1.889 |
| Final Drive | 4.533 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 21 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link with trailing arm |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated, 13.0" (330 mm) diameter, dual-piston caliper |
| Rear Brake Disc | 13.2" (334 mm) diameter, drum-in-disc |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18" x 8J cast alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 18" x 8J cast alloy |
| Tires Front | P255/55R18 all-season |
| Tires Rear | P255/55R18 all-season |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 190.7 in |
| Width | 78.5 in |
| Height | 68.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in |
| Front Track | 67.7 in |
| Rear Track | 67.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.15 in |
| Approach Angle | 28° |
| Departure Angle | 22.9° |
| Cargo Volume | 83.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,548 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 56% / 44% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 61.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 61.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 59 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 59.1 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (14.0 % risk) |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Acura MDX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Feb 5, 2008 · EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
HONDA IS RECALLING 2,032 HITCH STYLE BIKE RACKS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON MY 2003-2007 AND SOME MY 2008 HONDA PILOT, RIDGELINE, AND ACURA MDX VEHICLES. A PINCH BOLT EXISTS BETWEEN THE BIKE ARM BRACKET AND THE UPRIGHT ASSEMBLY OF THE "HITCH" STYLE BICYCLE RACK.
Consequence: WHEN MOVING THE BIKE ARM BRACKET TO ITS DOWN POSITION, THIS PINCH BOLT HAS THE POTENTIAL OF CAUSING SEVERE LACERATION OR AMPUTATION TO THE USER'S FINGERTIPS OR HAND.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THULE AT 800-THULE91 (800-848-5391) TO OBTAIN A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS OR OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
NHTSA campaign 08E013000
49 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Acura MDX
Owner Complaints
49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Acura MDX (2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 8 |
| Structure | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 6 |
| Suspension | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Steering | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2008 ACURA MDX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.