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The Acura MDX towing capacity ranges between 3,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs across various years and trims.
For instance, the 2023 Acura MDX has a minimum towing capacity of 3,500 lbs, while the 2023 Acura MDX has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 lbs.
Factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain can impact the towing capacity of a specific model year of Acura MDX.
The table below shows a sampling of the towing capacities for the Acura MDX.
Scroll down to see the complete year-by-year data.
Year | Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
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2023 | Base | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2023 | Base SH | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2022 | Base | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2022 | Base SH | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2020 | 7 Passenger | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2020 | SH 7 Passenger | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2019 | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
2019 | SH | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2018 | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
2018 | Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2017 | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
2017 | Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2016 | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
2016 | Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2015 | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
2015 | Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2014 | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
2014 | Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
2005 | Touring DVD Nav | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 265 HP / 253 ft/lbs |
2005 | Touring Navigation | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 265 HP / 253 ft/lbs |
2002 | Touring Navigation | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 240 HP / 245 ft/lbs |
2002 | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 240 HP / 245 ft/lbs |
Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.
All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.
Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.
Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2023 Acura MDX towing capacity is between 3,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
Base | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Base SH | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
W/Technology Package w/ Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
W/Technology Package SH w/ Technology | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
W/ASpec Package SH w/ ASpec | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
W/Advance Package SH w/ Advance | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Type S SH | 5,000 lbs | 3.0L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 355 HP / 354 ft/lbs |
Type S W/Advance Package SH w/ Advance | 5,000 lbs | 3.0L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 355 HP / 354 ft/lbs |
Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2022 Acura MDX towing capacity is between 3,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
Base | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Base SH | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
W/Technology Package w/ Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
W/Technology Package SH w/ Technology | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
W/ASpec Package SH w/ ASpec | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
W/Advance Package SH w/ Advance | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Type S SH | 5,000 lbs | 3.0L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 355 HP / 354 ft/lbs |
Type S W/Advance Package SH w/ Advance | 5,000 lbs | 3.0L V6 | AWD / 10 Spd Auto w/OD | 355 HP / 354 ft/lbs |
Depending on trim level and drivetrain, the 2020 Acura MDX towing capacity is between 3,500 lbs. and 5,000 lbs.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
7 Passenger | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH 7 Passenger | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH 6 Passenger PMC Edition | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
6 Passenger w/ Advance Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH 6 Passenger w/ Advance Pkg | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH 7 Passenger w/ Advance/Entertainment Pkg | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
7 Passenger w/ Technology Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH 7 Passenger w/ Technology Pkg | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH 7 Passenger w/ Technology/ASpec Pkg | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH 6 Passenger w/ Technology/Entertainment Pkg | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
ASpec | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
PMC Edition | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 5,000 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
The 2019 Acura MDX towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
SH | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
w/ Advance Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH w/ Advance Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
w/ Advance/Entertainment Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH w/ Advance/Entertainment Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
w/ Technology Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH w/ Technology Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH w/ Technology/ASpec Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
w/ Technology/Entertainment Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
SH w/ Technology/Entertainment Pkg | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
ASpec | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
The 2018 Acura MDX towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
The 2017 Acura MDX towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
The 2016 Acura MDX towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 9 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
The 2015 Acura MDX towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
The 2014 Acura MDX towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Advance DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs | |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | FWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
Technology DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | AWD / 6 Spd Auto w/OD | 290 HP / 267 ft/lbs |
The 2005 Acura MDX towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
Touring DVD Nav | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 265 HP / 253 ft/lbs |
Touring Navigation | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 265 HP / 253 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 265 HP / 253 ft/lbs | |
Touring | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 265 HP / 253 ft/lbs |
Touring DVD | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 265 HP / 253 ft/lbs |
The 2002 Acura MDX towing capacity is 3,500 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.
Trim | Towing Capacity | Engine | Drivetrain / Transmission | Horsepower / Torque |
---|---|---|---|---|
Touring Navigation | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 240 HP / 245 ft/lbs |
3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 240 HP / 245 ft/lbs | |
Navigation | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 240 HP / 245 ft/lbs |
Touring | 3,500 lbs | 3.5L V6 | 4WD / 5 Spd Auto w/OD | 240 HP / 245 ft/lbs |
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