2006 Acura MDX Press Kit
Overview
The 2006 Acura MDX
The all-new 2007 Acura MDX advances Acura's luxury sport utility vehicle with race-inspired handling, advanced engineering and integrated driver technology.
With Acura's groundbreaking Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD™) and an available innovative Active Damper System, MDX is designed to handle Canada's most challenging roads with confident driver control and occupant comfort during all driving conditions.
The original Acura MDX, produced at Honda of Canada's manufacturing facility in Ontario from 2001 to 2006 model years, broke new ground in the emerging luxury SUV segment. Now, the all-new 2007 MDX takes its predecessor's best qualities and radically expands them, pushing performance and sophistication in the luxury SUV segment to new levels. Benchmarked against some of the best performance SUVs in the world and tuned on the Nürburgring racetrack in Germany, the new MDX clearly establishes itself as a driver's SUV.
The Canadian-built, second-generation MDX advances its styling direction and is thorough in its safety and environmental responsibilities. Included as standard equipment is the largest array of safety features in Acura history. Also, the MDX's 300-horsepower VTEC V-6 makes as much power as some competitive V-8s, yet delivers ultra-low emissions and excellent fuel economy. Inside the 7-passenger interior, the MDX offers thoughtful luxury and an unmatched range of advanced technologies, including Acura's Satellite-Linked Navigation System with Bilingual Voice Recognition, HandsFreeLink™ with Bluetooth® enabled technology, tri-zone automatic climate control with automatic humidity control system, a spectacular 10-speaker Acura/ELS Surround™ Premium Sound System and XM® Satellite Radio.
Altogether, the all-new 2007 MDX embodies Acura's commitment to performance, luxury, quality and style, together with a global mandate for safety and environmental care. The MDX is the sixth Acura project to be designed in North America. Other North American-designs include the '97 CL, '99 TL, '01 CL, '01 MDX, and '04 TL.
2006 Acura MDX Specifications
POWERTRAIN
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Drivetrain:
|
4-wheel drive with Variable Torque Management System (VTM-4®) | 4-wheel drive with Variable Torque Management System (VTM-4®) | 4-wheel drive with Variable Torque Management System (VTM-4®) |
Engine Type:
|
3.5 litre, 24-valve, SOHC, V6 | 3.5 litre, 24-valve, SOHC, V6 | 3.5 litre, 24-valve, SOHC, V6 |
Horsepower:
|
253 hp @ 5800 rpm (SAE net Rev 8/04)* | 253 hp @ 5800 rpm (SAE net Rev 8/04)* | 253 hp @ 5800 rpm (SAE net Rev 8/04)* |
Torque:
|
250 lbs-ft @ 3500-5000 rpm* | 250 lbs-ft @ 3500-5000 rpm* | 250 lbs-ft @ 3500-5000 rpm* |
Redline:
|
6300 rpm | 6300 rpm | 6300 rpm |
Bore & Stroke:
|
89 mm x 93 mm | 89 mm x 93 mm | 89 mm x 93 mm |
Displacement:
|
3471 cc | 3471 cc | 3471 cc |
Compression Ratio:
|
10.0:1 | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel System:
|
Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) | Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) |
Throttle System:
|
Drive-by-Wire Throttle System | Drive-by-Wire Throttle System | Drive-by-Wire Throttle System |
Valvetrain:
|
4 valves per cylinder, belt driven, single overhead camshaft with VTEC® | 4 valves per cylinder, belt driven, single overhead camshaft with VTEC® | 4 valves per cylinder, belt driven, single overhead camshaft with VTEC® |
Engine Block:
|
Aluminum-alloy | Aluminum-alloy | Aluminum-alloy |
Emission Control:
|
Surpasses the stringent 2005 Tier-2 Bin5 emission requirements | Surpasses the stringent 2005 Tier-2 Bin5 emission requirements | Surpasses the stringent 2005 Tier-2 Bin5 emission requirements |
Ignition System:
|
Electronic direct | Electronic direct | Electronic direct |
Transmission:
|
5-speed automatic, Grade Logic Control and lock-up torque converter | 5-speed automatic, Grade Logic Control and lock-up torque converter | 5-speed automatic, Grade Logic Control and lock-up torque converter |
* Horsepower and torque calculations reflect new SAE J1349 procedures revised August 2004. |
SUSPENSION/CHASSIS
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Suspension:
|
4-wheel independent front struts with rear multi-link | 4-wheel independent front struts with rear multi-link | 4-wheel independent front struts with rear multi-link |
Shock Absorbers:
|
Twin tube gas-pressurized | Twin tube gas-pressurized | Twin tube gas-pressurized |
Steering Type:
|
Variable power-assist rack-and-pinion | Variable power-assist rack-and-pinion | Variable power-assist rack-and-pinion |
Stabilizer Bars Front:
|
23 mm diameter | 23 mm diameter | 23 mm diameter |
Stabilizer Bars Rear:
|
20 mm diameter | 20 mm diameter | 20 mm diameter |
Steering Wheel Turns, lock-to-lock:
|
3.22 | 3.22 | 3.22 |
Turning Radius, curb-to-curb:
|
5.79 m | 5.79 m | 5.79 m |
Wheels: Aluminum-alloy
|
17" x 6.5" JJ | 17" x 6.5" JJ | 17" x 6.5" JJ |
Tires:
|
All-Season P235/65 R17 | All-Season P235/65 R17 | All-Season P235/65 R17 |
Braking System:
|
Power-assisted, 4-wheel disc, with 4-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | Power-assisted, 4-wheel disc, with 4-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS) | Power-assisted, 4-wheel disc, with 4-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
Front Discs:
|
Ventilated, 300 mm diameter | Ventilated, 300 mm diameter | Ventilated, 300 mm diameter |
Rear Discs:
|
313 mm diameter | 313 mm diameter | 313 mm diameter |
CAPACITIES
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Engine Oil:
|
5.3 litres refill capacity | 5.3 litres refill capacity | 5.3 litres refill capacity |
Cooling System:
|
9.0 litres | 9.0 litres | 9.0 litres |
Washer Tank:
|
4.5 litres | 4.5 litres | 4.5 litres |
Fuel Tank:
|
77 litres | 77 litres | 77 litres |
Passenger Volume:
|
4572 litres | 4572 litres | 4572 litres |
Cargo Volume - 2nd & 3rd Rows folded:
|
2308 litres | 2308 litres | 2308 litres |
Cargo Volume - 3rd Row folded:
|
1405 litres | 1405 litres | 1405 litres |
Cargo Volume - Behind 3rd Row:
|
419 litres | 419 litres | 419 litres |
FUEL ECONOMY (2005 Data shown)
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Fuel Consumption (L/100 km) City / Highway:
|
13.8* / 10.2* | 13.8* / 10.2* | 13.8* / 10.2* |
Recommended Fuel:
|
Premium unleaded; 91 octane† | Premium unleaded; 91 octane† | Premium unleaded; 91 octane† |
* 2005 data shown. Use mileage for comparison purposes only. Your mileage may vary. See your Retailer for latest 2006 Ener Guide published by NRCan (when available). †Gasoline with an octane number lower than 91 may be used, with reduced performance. |
SAFETY FEATURES
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
|
• | • | • |
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) with Traction Control System (TCS)
|
• | • | • |
Driver and front passenger dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbags (SRS)
|
• | • | • |
Driver and front passenger side airbag system (SRS) with front passenger Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS)
|
• | • | • |
Side curtain airbags with roll over sensors (all 3 rows)
|
• | • | • |
Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)
|
• | • | • |
3-point seatbelts, with Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) and Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR), front passenger and rear
|
• | • | • |
Front seat-belt pretensioners
|
• | • | • |
Front adjustable seat-belt anchors
|
• | • | • |
Head restraints at all positions
|
• | • | • |
Keyless remote entry system with panic feature
|
• | • | • |
Security and ECU immobilizer systems
|
• | • | • |
Child-proof rear door locks
|
• | • | • |
LATCH Child Safety Seat Anchor System (2nd row)
|
• | • | • |
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS (mm)
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Headroom: front/2nd Row/3rd Row:
|
976/990/918 | 976/990/918 | 976/990/918 |
Legroom: front/2nd Row/3rd Row:
|
1055/959/745 | 1055/959/745 | 1055/959/745 |
Hiproom: front/2nd Row/3rd Row:
|
1446/1431/1232 | 1446/1431/1232 | 1446/1431/1232 |
Shoulder room: front/2nd Row/3rd Row:
|
1555/1551/1489 | 1555/1551/1489 | 1555/1551/1489 |
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Wheelbase:
|
2700 mm | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
Track, front:
|
1685 mm | 1685 mm | 1685 mm |
Track, rear:
|
1690 mm | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Length:
|
4789 mm | 4789 mm | 4789 mm |
Width:
|
1955 mm | 1955 mm | 1955 mm |
Height:
|
1811 mm | 1811 mm | 1811 mm |
Ground Clearance minimum/maximum:
|
181/203 mm | 181/203 mm | 181/203 mm |
Curb Weight:
|
2046 kg | 2046 kg | 2046 kg |
Approach Angle:
|
28° | 28° | 28° |
Departure Angle:
|
21° | 21° | 21° |
Breakover Angle:
|
21° | 21° | 21° |
EXTERIOR FEATURES
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Power operated heated door mirrors, body-coloured
|
• | • | • |
Chrome door handles
|
• | • | • |
Auto-on/off headlights
|
• | • | • |
Fog lights
|
• | • | • |
Roof rack with crossbars
|
• | • | • |
Heat-absorbing green-tinted glass
|
• | • | • |
Projector beam headlights
|
• | • | • |
Splash guards
|
• | • | • |
Trailer hitch pre-wire
|
• | • | • |
Dual-outlet exhaust with chrome tailpipe finishers
|
• | • | • |
Rear privacy glass
|
• | • | • |
Rear window defroster with timer
|
• | • | • |
SEATING & TRIM
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Leather-trimmed interior
|
• | • | • |
8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support and two-position memory control
|
• | • | • |
8-way power-adjustable passenger's seat
|
• | • | • |
Heated front seats
|
• | • | • |
Leather-wrapped steering wheel & shift knob
|
• | • | • |
Wood-print trim
|
• | • | • |
Leather covered centre console armrest with storage
|
• | • | • |
Adjustable front headrest
|
• | • | • |
Carpeted floor mats
|
• | • | • |
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Front and rear synchronized Automatic Climate Control System with Micron Air Filtration System
|
• | • | • |
Acura/Bose® Sound System with AM/FM CD stereo, in-dash 6-CD changer and 8 speakers including subwoofer
|
• | • | • |
Trip Computer with compass, exterior temperature indicator, information on elapsed distance and time, fuel consumption and remaining fuel/distance calculator
|
• | • | • |
Cruise control
|
• | • | • |
HandsFreeLink™ bilingual wireless telephone interface with steering wheel mounted controls
|
• | • | • |
Homelink® system*
|
• | • | • |
Power-operated moonroof with tilt feature, privacy glass and sliding shade
|
• | • | • |
Power door locks and windows with driver's side one-touch up/down feature
|
• | • | • |
Passenger side door mirror auto tilt feature when in reverse
|
• | • | • |
Adjustable steering column
|
• | • | • |
Steering wheel-mounted audio system and cruise controls
|
• | • | • |
LED backlit gauges with progressive self-illumination
|
• | • | • |
Illuminated power window control switches and ignition lock surround
|
• | • | • |
Ambient blue LED lighting; overhead, console and footwells
|
• | • | • |
Dual overhead map lights
|
• | • | • |
Driver's and passenger's illuminated vanity mirrors
|
• | • | • |
Sunglass holder
|
• | • | • |
Front, middle and rear beverage holders
|
• | • | • |
Front, centre console and rear accessory sockets
|
• | • | • |
Rain-sensing windshield wipers with speed-sensitive variable intermittent feature
|
• | • | • |
Rear wiper with intermittent feature and washer jet
|
• | • | • |
Remote lockable fuel-filler-door release
|
• | • | • |
*Can be programmed with codes of up to three remote-control devices. (e.g., garage-door opener, home security system, etc.) Additional control devices not provided by Acura; may be required. |
COLOURS
MDX | Touring Edition | Tech Package | |
Billet Silver Metallic
|
Black Leather | Black Leather | Black Leather |
Nighthawk Black Pearl
|
Black or Saddle Leather | Black or Saddle Leather | Black or Saddle Leather |
Steel Blue Metallic
|
Grey Leather | Grey Leather | |
Aspen White Pearl
|
Grey or Saddle Leather | Grey or Saddle Leather | |
Slate Grey Pearl
|
Grey Leather | Grey Leather | Grey Leather |
• = Standard |