A44 - North Shore News - Friday, May 21, 2010
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on every new Acura. It’s softer and more subtle than the inyour-face shield-like grille from recent years, but isn’t exactly oddly enough, hasn’t gained: the keyless entry system found attractive. in the TL, RL, and upcoming ZDX hatchback. While some With the exception of the bumpers, the rest of the MDX’s of these systems are more annoying than helpful, Acura’s is styling remains unchanged and that’s a good thing. In general, very intelligent, unlocking when a person carrying the key fob the SUV’s strong lines are very pleasing to the eye, giving it a merely touches the door handle. It’s not a big deal, but you strong profile. have to wonder why Acura left keyless entry off of such an The interior is also a strong point, with wood trim spanning important vehicle. the width of the cabin and a compact — though busy — tower Regardless, the MDX is still one of the vehicles to beat, with of controls at the base of the dashboard. There’s a relaxed flow a well-designed interior and great price that deliver excellent to the console that’s very comfortable and welcoming. overall value. And hey, it’s even built in Canada, at the assembly Build quality is among the best you’ll find in the MDX’s plant in Alliston, Ont. price range. It feels very solid and well-constructed, and the Design buttons, switches and materials are all high calibre. The most obvious styling change is the revised front end, Performance which features a new version of the trapezoidal grille found The retuned 3.7-litre V-6 produces 300 h.p. and 270 footpounds of torque, coupled to the aforementioned six• CAM CLARK FORD LINCOLN • CAM CLARK FORD LINCOLN • CAM CLARK • speed automatic and Acura’s standout Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive system. It’s an exceptional engine offering great response and more than enough power for most owners’ needs. The transmission includes standard paddle shifters that are a nice touch, but somewhat pointless. That aside, the six-speed is a welcome addition, delivering smooth and quick shifts, and downshifting smartly when necessary. An improved powersteering system avoids the over-assisted feel of many luxury cars in recent years (including last year’s MDX),
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A compact but busy tower of controls is part of a comfortable and welcoming interior console.
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