Begins Arriving at Dealerships for the Holidays
Just in time to celebrate the holidays and usher in a happy new year, the turbocharged 2022 Acura MDX Type S will begin arriving at dealerships nationwide next week. A high-performance version of the new Acura flagship, MDX Type S is the first Acura SUV to wear the Type S badge and the most powerful, best handling and most lavishly equipped Acura SUV ever. MDX Type S has a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $66,700, while MDX Type S with Advance Package has an MSRP of $72,050.
Model / Trim MSRP1 MSRP
with Destination2 EPA Mileage Rating3
City/Hwy/Combined
2022 MDX Type S $66,700 $67,745 17 / 21 / 19
2022 MDX Type S with Advance Package $72,050 $73,095 17 / 21 / 19
MDX Type S is one of three new Acura Type S models to debut this year, demonstrating how the spirit of Precision Crafted Performance is pulsing through the Acura core model lineup. Acura Type S performance variants strengthen the fundamentals of driving performance with significant enhancements to each element of the vehicle experience (acceleration, braking and turning) – without compromising creature comforts or daily drivability.
With a standard third row and torque-vectoring Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™, the 355 horsepower MDX Type S delivers an unmatched combination of thrilling dynamics and family-friendly accommodations. More information on the 2022 Acura MDX Type S is available here.
2022 MDX Type S Highlights:
- 3.0-liter Type S Turbo V6 with 355 hp (SAE net @ 5,500 rpm), 354 lb.-ft. of torque (SAE net @ 1,400-5,000 rpm)
- Performance-tuned 10-speed automatic transmission with stronger internals, quicker shifts and rev-matched downshifts
- Performance-tuned Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ to maximize handling performance
- Acura first air suspension system features adjustable ride height and a smooth, comfortable ride
- Adaptive Damper System with three different Type S-specific damping profiles
- Seven-mode Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) with Type S-exclusive Sport+ and ride height-increasing Lift modes
- Brembo® front brakes featuring 14.3-inch rotors and red four-piston fixed calipers
- Standard 21-inch wheels with self-sealing high-performance all-season tires
- New front-fascia styling features open-surface Diamond Pentagon grille that improves cooling
- Type S-signature quad exhaust finishers with active exhaust valves
- Acura-first massaging seats with 9 different modes to calm the driver and front passenger after a spirted drive (Type S with Advance Package)
- 25-speaker, 1,000-watt ELS STUDIO 3D® Signature Edition premium audio system (Type S with Advance Package) with PrecisionDrive® carbon fiber speakers and CenterParquet® enhancing the listening experience for front and rear passengers
2022 MDX Type S Key Features
MDX Type S MDX Type S
with Advance Package
3.0L V6 Turbo – 355 HP, 354 TQ • •
Sport Tuned 10-Speed Automatic • •
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ • •
Adaptive Air Suspension with Auto Leveling • •
21-inch Wheels with Self-Sealing Tires • •
Brembo Front Brakes, Electro Servo Brake System • •
Full-LED Exterior Lighting • •
True Touchpad Interface with 12.3-inch HD display • •
Precision Cockpit Digital Instrument Cluster • •
Head Up Display (HUD) - •
Wireless CarPlay® / Android Auto™ Integration • •
Alexa Built-In • •
Wireless Charging Pad • •
ELS Studio 3D®: 16 Speakers, 710 watts • -
ELS Studio 3D® Signature Edition: 25 Speakers, 1000 Watts, LED Illuminated Door Speakers - •
7-Mode Integrated Dynamic System (IDS) • •
12-way Power Front Seats, Milano Leather + Ultrasuede • -
16-way Power Front Seats, Milano Leather - •
9-way Massaging Front Seats - •
Heated & Ventilated Front Seats • •
Heated Rear Seats - •
Flat Bottom Sport Steering Wheel • •
Heated Steering Wheel - •
Genuine Aluminum Trim • -
Open Pore Wood Trim with Black Metallic Finish - •
IconicDrive™ Ambient LED Lighting • •
Remote Engine Start with feedback • •
Surround View Camera - •
Hands Free Access Power Tailgate - •
Gloss Black Lower Trim, Roof Rails - •
Acoustic Laminated Rear Door Glass - •
Ultra-Plush Floor Mats and Carpeting - •
2022 MDX Type S Key Specs and Dimensions
| 2022 MDX SH-AWD® | 2022 MDX Type S | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5-liter V6 | 3.0-liter Turbo V6 |
| Transmission | 10-speed AT | Sport Tuned 10-speed AT |
| Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ | Available | Standard |
| Peak Horsepower (SAE Net) | 290 @ 6,200 rpm | 355 @ 5,500 rpm |
| Peak Torque (SAE Net) | 267 @4,700 rpm | 354 @ 1,400 – 5,000 rpm |
| Double Wishbone Front Suspension | • | With Air Suspension and Adaptive Damper System |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | • | With Air Suspension and Adaptive Damper System |
| Stabilizer Bar (mm, Fr/Rr) | 31.8x5 / 21.7 x 4 | 30.5 / 20.0 x 3.5 |
| Belt-driven electric power-assisted steering with variable ratio | • | • |
| Braking System | iBooster | Electro Servo |
| Brembo Front Brakes | ||
| Wheelbase (in.) | 113.8 | 113.8 |
| Length (in.) | 198.4 | 198.4 |
| Width (in.) | 78.7 | 78.7 |
| Height (in.) | 67.1 | 67.1 |
| Track (in., Fr/Rr) | 67.7 / 67.7 | 67.7 / 67.7 |
| Ground Clearance (in. unladen) | 7.3 | 6.7 - 9.4 |
| EPA Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) | 139.1 | 139.1 |
| Cargo Volume (cu ft)* - Behind Third Row, Standard / Max | 16.3 / 18.1 | 16.3 / 18.1 |
| Cargo Volume (cu ft)* - Behind Second Row, Standard / Max | 39.1 / 48.4 | 39.1 / 48.4 |
| Cargo Volume (cu ft)* - Behind First Row, Standard / Max | 71.4 / 95.0 | 71.4 / 95.0 |
| Curb Weight (with Advance Package) | 4,565 | 4,770 |