2024 Acura MDX Towing Capacity
With more power, luxury, technology, and performance thrills for your daily drive, the Acura MDX towing capacity is just one of many reasons why this three-row Acura SUV is such a popular choice. Don't choose just one aspect of vehicle satisfaction; enjoy everything that makes driving great by taking home a 2024 Acura MDX. And when it's time for a weekend getaway, enjoy a vehicle that can tow the family's toys without breaking a sweat. Learn how the Acura MDX towing capacity can reach 5,000 pounds1 with our towing guide below, and visit us to explore the model with a test drive.
2024 Acura MDX Engine Options & How They Affect the Acura MDX Towing Capacity
The Acura MDX performance specs are a masterclass in how a family SUV can be both a responsible and practical ride on weekdays and a thrilling weekend performer. The motivation for this fun comes from a standard 3.5-liter V-6 engine that sends 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque through a 10-speed automatic transmission. FWD is standard, while SH-AWD is available – and essential to get the highest Acura MDX towing capacity. This standard engine delivers up to an impressive EPA-estimated 19/26 MPG (City/Highway).2 With FWD, it'll let your Acura MDX tow up to 3,500 pounds,1 but the Acura MDX can tow up to 5,000 pounds1</sup with SH-AWD. Opt for the Acura MDX Type S to get a 3.0-liter turbo V-6. It revs like lightning to make 355 horsepower and 354 pound-feet of torque. SH-AWD® is standard. The Acura MDX towing capacity with the Type S engine is also a maximum of 5,000 pounds,1 but fuel efficiency drops a bit to an EPA-estimated 17/21 MPG (city/highway),2 a worthy trade-off for the power. Aside from FWD vs. SH-AWD affecting the Acura MDX 2024 towing specifications, equipping an automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler is necessary for your Acura MDX to tow 5,000 pounds.1 Towing puts a lot of stress on your transmission, and an ATF cooler helps disperse the resulting heat. Without one, the Acura MDX towing capacity will be limited to 3,500 pounds1 even if you equip SH-AWD.
2024 Acura MDX: Towing Capacity by Trim Levels
While the powertrain matters more than the trim, the Acura MDX towing capacity does vary from trim level to trim level. Here's a quick reference to help you decide on which MDX in our new Acura lease offers is right for your lifestyle:
- Base: 3,500 pounds1 with standard FWD / 5,000 pounds1 with available SH-AWD
- Technology Package: 3,500 pounds1 with standard FWD / 5,000 pounds1 with available SH-AWD
- A-Spec Package: 5,000 pounds1 with standard SH-AWD
- Advance Package: 5,000 pounds1 with standard SH-AWD
- Type S: 5,000 pounds1 with standard SH-AWD
- Type S Advance: 5,000 pounds1 with standard SH-AWD
Towing Limits of the 2024 Acura MDX: Engine, Drivetrain, & Onboard Occupants
The number of people in your vehicle is one of the many dynamic factors that affect the Acura MDX towing capacity. To understand your vehicle's max towing, 2024 Acura MDX SUVs vary in towing strength with the engine option, how many occupants are onboard, whether you selected SH-AWD, and if an ATF cooler is equipped. Here's a deeper look:
| Number of occupants onboard: | 3.5-liter V-6 - 2WD | 3.5-liter V-6 - AWD - with ATF cooler | 3.5-liter V-6 - AWD - without ATF cooler | 3.0-liter turbo V-6 - with ATF cooler | 3.0-liter turbo V-6 - without ATF cooler |
| Two | 3,500 pounds1 | 5,000 pounds1 | 3,500 pounds1 | 5,000 pounds1 | 3,500 pounds1 |
| Three | 3,250 pounds1 | 4,750 pounds1 | 3,250 pounds1 | 4,750 pounds1 | 3,500 pounds1 |
| Four | 3,000 pounds1 | 4,500 pounds1 | 3,000 pounds1 | 3,750 pounds1 | 3,500 pounds1 |
| Five | 2,750 pounds1 | 4,250 pounds1 | 2,750 pounds1 | 2,750 pounds1 | 2,750 pounds1 |
| Six | 2,000 pounds1 | 2,800 pounds1 | 2,500 pounds1 | 1,500 pounds1 | 1,500 pounds1 |
| Seven | Towing not recommended | Towing not recommended | Towing not recommended | Towing not recommended | Towing not recommended |
Acura MDX Towing Capacity: Safety Features That'll Help Out
Using the full towing performance of 2024 Acura MDX SUVs is an exercise in confidence. You've got the power to tow a lot, and like we saw as we compared the Acura MDX vs. Lexus GX460, you get a competitive suite of safety features to take your peace of mind further. Available in this model, you can find the following safety features to make towing trips and long highway hours easier:
- Surround view camera system
- Hill start assist
- Adaptive cruise control with low-speed following3
- Lane-keeping assist and road-departure mitigation3
- Front-collision avoidance with automatic braking3
- Blind-spot monitor with rear-cross traffic3
- Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control and Motion Adaptive Steering
Discover the 2024 Acura MDX Today at Muller's Woodfield Acura
The towing potential of the Acura MDX 2024 model year is as strong as ever, and if you're ready to experience the model's equally powerful value, visit our Acura dealership for a test drive. Discover your ideal configuration and value your trade on our website, then swing by Muller's Woodfield Acura to get behind the wheel of a new Acura MDX with our lease deals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the 2024 Acura MDX need an ATF cooler for towing?
The 2024 Acura MDX does not need an ATF cooler to tow. However, the Acura MDX does require an ATF cooler in order to reach its 5,000-pound1 maximum towing capacity. With that said, an Acura MDX without an ATF cooler can still tow up to 3,500 pounds,1 which is enough to handle equipment like a motorcycle trailer loaded with your favorite sports bike.How much weight can the 2024 Acura MDX tow?
The 2024 Acura MDX towing capacity reaches 5,000 pounds1 when equipped with AWD and an ATF cooler or up to 3,500 pounds1 without an ATF cooler. Please keep in mind that the number of occupants in your vehicle can significantly decrease the amount of weight that it can tow. For example, the maximum Acura MDX towing capacity is 4,500 pounds1 when four people are sitting inside.Can an Acura MDX pull a trailer?
Yes. When properly equipped, the 2024 Acura MDX is capable of pulling trailers that weigh up to 5,000 pounds1 under the right conditions. You can achieve this highest-rated Acura MDX towing capacity by selecting yours with SH-AWD and an ATF cooler. If you choose a 2WD model or an Acura MDX with SH-AWD but no ATF cooler, you'll be able to tow up to 3,500 pounds.1| New Acura MDX | Used Acura MDX | Certified Pre-Owned Acura MDX | Acura MDX Trim Packages |
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1Towing 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 Owners Guide for details. 2Based on 2024 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, and other factors. 3This driver assistance feature's functionality may be impacted by a trailer. See owner's manual for details.
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