2017 Acura MDX — should you buy one?

Why people love the 2017 Acura MDX

The 2017 MDX's 3.5L V6 paired with the nine-speed automatic gives you 290 horsepower and real responsiveness in a three-row SUV that doesn't feel sluggish like competitors from that year. Owners consistently praise the smooth transmission—Honda's design held up better than the CVT-heavy landscape of 2017—and the cabin feels noticeably quieter on the highway than Toyota Highlanders from the same era. The SH-AWD system grips in wet parking lots without feeling fussy.

Common complaints and known issues

The infotainment screen (AcuraLink with 7-inch display) freezes or goes black during navigation around 90k–120k miles; a reboot helps temporarily but dealers often replace the whole unit. Transmission shuddering between 3rd and 4th gear shows up in some units after 100k miles, though it's not the epidemic that plagued 2014–2016 models. Paint clarity coat peeling on the hood and roof has been documented in cold climates by 80k miles, and some owners report exhaust manifold cracks audible as a ticking noise around 110k.

Typical asking price

Under 80k miles: $28,500–$34,000. 80k–140k miles: $22,000–$27,500. Over 140k miles: $15,000–$20,000. Spreads reflect Acura's regional resale strength (Northeast and coasts run 10–15 percent higher), whether the SH-AWD option was included, and accident history—carfax clean adds $2k–$3k across all bands.

Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.