Acura 2005 MDX:Knee Deep in Cutting Edge accessories

The 2005 MDX offers new colors and features, including HandsFreeLink™ and XM® Satellite Radio. The MDX has upgraded the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition™, OnStar® and Acura/Bose® 6-disc, and in-dash CD changer that is available on all touring models equipped with Navigation System. MDX shares its basic design with the Honda Pilot SUV. Like Pilot, MDX has three rows of seats, but holds seven passengers vs. Pilot's eight, and has slightly less cargo room. MDX shares Pilot's V6 engine that produces 265 hp, 5-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive without low-range gearing. MDX has electronic "drive-by-wire" throttle and a standard antiskid system. 17-inch alloy wheels, front side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, rear air conditioning, leather upholstery, and heated front seats are all standard on the 2005 MDX. Uplevel Touring models add a power passenger seat, in-dash CD changer, and rain-sensing windshield wipers. An available navigation system returns with new voice control and 3D graphics, and its dashboard screen now serves a rearview camera, which shows what's behind when the transmission is shifted into reverse. Finally, MDX offers its first rear-seat DVD entertainment option; it includes headphones and remote control.