AUTO MODIFIED 2011

The new 3.7 liter V6 engine in the 2010 Acura MDX delivers just as much horsepower as last year's model at 300 horse power, but due to refinements aimed at increased fuel economy, it sacrifices about 5 pounds of torque, settling for 270 pound feet. This doesn't mean the vehicle loses any of its utility, however. The MDX is still rated to tow up to 5000 pounds. What it does accomplish is an overall increase in fuel economy. Last year's model delivered 15 miles to the gallon in the city and 20 miles to the gallon for highway travel, according to EPA ratings, while the 2010 engine offers 16 and 21 miles to the gallon in those situations. Although, that may seem like a fairly small increase, it is likely to make consumers happy, given the probability of higher gas prices in the future.

MDX Exterior - 7.5 (Good)

The Acura MDX doesn’t win a lot of points for its unconventional looks. Reviewers tend to see it as the Sarah Jessica Parker of the automotive world: they either think it’s unconventionally beautiful or just plain ugly. Despite updates in 2010, Car and Driver says “the end result is just as funky as most other Acuras.