The 2017 Acura MDX represents the third generation of Acura’s luxury three-row SUV, renowned for its blend of comfort, style, and performance. Available in both FWD and Acura's Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), it's powered by a 290-hp 3.5L V6 engine paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. The MDX comes in three trims—Standard, Technology, and Advance—each providing a higher level of creature comforts and technological sophistication. Amenities such as an 8-inch infotainment screen, Siri Eyes Free, and Acura's suite of safety features called AcuraWatch—which includes adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and collision mitigation braking—are standard. For 2017, the MDX receives a significant facelift featuring a new diamond pentagon grille, which gives it a more aggressive and modern look.