2022 Acura MDX Type S Pricing Announced; 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.
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Model / Trim |
MSRP1 |
MSRP |
EPA Mileage Rating3 |
| 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
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MDX Type S |
MDX Type S |
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| 3.0L V6 Turbo – 355 HP, 354 TQ |
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| Sport Tuned 10-Speed Automatic |
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| Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ |
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| Adaptive Air Suspension with Auto Leveling |
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| 21-inch Wheels with Self-Sealing Tires |
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| Brembo Front Brakes, Electro Servo Brake System |
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| Full-LED Exterior Lighting |
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| True Touchpad Interface with 12.3-inch HD display |
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| Precision Cockpit Digital Instrument Cluster |
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| Head Up Display (HUD) |
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| Wireless CarPlay® / Android Auto™ Integration |
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| Alexa Built-In |
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| Wireless Charging Pad |
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| ELS Studio 3D®: 16 Speakers, 710 watts |
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| ELS Studio 3D® Signature Edition: 25 Speakers, 1000 Watts, LED Illuminated Door Speakers |
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| 7-Mode Integrated Dynamic System (IDS) |
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| 12-way Power Front Seats, Milano Leather + Ultrasuede |
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| 16-way Power Front Seats, Milano Leather |
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| 9-way Massaging Front Seats |
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| Heated & Ventilated Front Seats |
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| Heated Rear Seats |
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| Flat Bottom Sport Steering Wheel |
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| Heated Steering Wheel |
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| Genuine Aluminum Trim |
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| Open Pore Wood Trim with Black Metallic Finish |
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| IconicDrive™ Ambient LED Lighting |
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| Remote Engine Start with feedback |
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| Surround View Camera |
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| Hands Free Access Power Tailgate |
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| Gloss Black Lower Trim, Roof Rails |
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| Acoustic Laminated Rear Door Glass |
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| Ultra-Plush Floor Mats and Carpeting |
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2022 MDX Type S Key Specs and Dimensions
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2022 MDX SH-AWD® |
2022 MDX Type S |
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| 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 |
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With Air Suspension and Adaptive Damper System |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension |
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With Air Suspension and Adaptive Damper System |
| Stabilizer Bar (mm, Fr/Rr) |
31.8×5 / 21.7 x 4 |
30.5 / 20.0 x 3.5 |
| Belt-driven electric power-assisted steering with variable ratio |
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| Braking System |
iBooster |
Electro Servo |
| 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 |