2026 Acura MDX Specs: Performance

The 2026 Acura MDX is not your average family SUV. This premium performance model blends potent engine power with everyday driving convenience, delivering a behind-the-wheel experience you never thought possible. Study the performance-related Acura MDX specs with Hopkins Acura to discover how this three-row SUV will get you excited about your daily travels. Then, visit us near San Carlos for a memorable test drive.

Acura MDX Engine Options

Two V6 engines are available in the 2026 Acura MDX lineup, including a turbocharged option with extra horsepower and torque. Regardless of which engine you choose, you will enjoy confident and refined performance for your drives in the Belmont area. Compare the Acura MDX engine specs below to determine which one you prefer:

3.5L V6 Engine

• Standard On: MDX, Technology, A-Spec®, Advance, A-Spec® Advance
• Horsepower: 290 hp
• Torque: 267 lb-ft
• Transmission: 10-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift paddle shifters
• Front-Wheel Drive: Available on MDX, Technology
• Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®): Available on MDX, Technology, A-Spec®, Advance, A-Spec® Advance

3.0L Turbo V6 Engine

• Standard On: Type S Advance
• Horsepower: 355 hp
• Torque: 354 lb-ft
• Transmission: 10-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift paddle shifters and rev-matching downshifts
• Drivetrain: Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®)

Acura MDX Fuel Economy

The Acura MDX keeps your family moving in Sunnyvale with exceptional fuel economy. Check out the 2026 Acura MDX mpg ratings for more information:

• FWD: 19 mpg city/26 mpg highway/22 mpg combined*
• SH-AWD® (MDX, Technology, A-Spec®, Advance, A-Spec® Advance): 19 mpg city/25 mpg highway/21 mpg combined*
• SH-AWD® (Type S Advance): 17 mpg city/21 mpg highway/19 mpg combined*

Acura MDX Towing Capacity

In addition to elevating your daily drives, the Acura MDX supports your family adventures with ample towing capabilities. The 2026 Acura MDX towing capacity depends on which drivetrain you select, as seen below:

• 2026 Acura MDX Towing With FWD: Up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped**
• 2026 Acura MDX Towing With SH-AWD®: Up to 5,000 pounds when properly equipped***

Experience The Acura MDX Specs With Hopkins Acura

Ready to put your preferred Acura MDX engine through its paces with an exhilarating test drive? Visit our Acura dealership in Redwood City to spend some time in the driver’s seat today. When it is time to upgrade, our finance team will help you navigate the leasing or buying process for a new MDX.

Disclaimers:

*Based on 2026 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (BEV only) and other factors.

**Towing requires the addition of the Acura accessory trailer hitch and hitch ball. Please see your Acura dealer for details. Added cargo weight in the vehicle may reduce max towing capacity, see Owner’s Guide for details.

***5,000 lb. capacity is with the optional Acura Genuine Accessory ATF cooler. Towing requires the addition of the Acura accessory trailer hitch and hitch ball. Please see your Acura dealer for details. Number of occupants and added cargo weight in the vehicle may reduce max towing capacity, see Owner’s Guide for details.