No timing chain to beat up the oil, and no VCM. This new turbo motor should be pretty easy on the oil.
2022 Acura MDX Type S. New ride.
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Beautiful!
Considering it's specc'd for the NA market, I wouldn't expect anything else.
Being that it's turbo, I wouldn't think twice on running 5w30
CNA is who administered my 3rd party warranty and from first hand experience I prefer them to some OEM warranty. Covers everything including loaner/rental. No pushback.
OP, AWESOME ride! If I didn't drive much, Id have looked hard at the MDS S Advance Aspec myself!
A lot of third party warranties will cover up to what you have paid them then they'll cut you off. Not to say there aren't any good ones. There definitely are but it's difficult to find out the truth when searching since they will say what they want about themselves so it's best to just get a direct warranty as that's guaranteed.
CNA paid out about 50% of what I bought it for. When I cancelled it, I got the exact pro rated amount left by mileage. This put them in the hole. Zero issues on my end.
Mazda are nice….. MDX is on a whole different level of performance and engineering.
Pulled the paint code today at work and it is just a 2 stage. Base coat clear coat. It does have a special toner in the mix that is expensive. I betcha most of the other Acura colors are the same way except for the white and red being a true 3 stage pearl
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Very nice. It will look great driving around the square!!!
VCM is present and active in the J30AC (https://www.acura.com/suvs/mdx/pricing-and-specs and https://www.acurainfocenter.com/vehicle-info/2024-mdx-type-s/feature-benefits/engine), but your point stands; the J-series is generally easy on oil.
Beautiful ride. Congrats! You will enjoy the vehicle for many years to come.
I saw your comments about Mazda. You can buy a brand new 2024 CX-90 select package for like 39K. The previous generation CX-9 was super reliable. But I have to admit your Acura looks better. The Mazda offers luxury like experience for less money. But I don't think they can't compete with Acura. Their customer base is totally different.
I saw your comments about Mazda. You can buy a brand new 2024 CX-90 select package for like 39K. The previous generation CX-9 was super reliable. But I have to admit your Acura looks better. The Mazda offers luxury like experience for less money. But I don't think they can't compete with Acura. Their customer base is totally different.
Some reason I had it in my head they didn't put it on the AC, ohh well.
Tremendously sweet. LOOVe that blue.
Welcome to the Acura /Honda family
My ridgeline is basically the same drivetrain as the SHAWD and I can tell you it's one sweet package and supremely capable.
There are specific fluids you may wish to get like the Dual Pump II and Hondas specific trans fluids.
This place consistently has the most thorough supply of OEM stuff and they are quick and easy.
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Welcome to the Acura /Honda family
My ridgeline is basically the same drivetrain as the SHAWD and I can tell you it's one sweet package and supremely capable.
There are specific fluids you may wish to get like the Dual Pump II and Hondas specific trans fluids.
This place consistently has the most thorough supply of OEM stuff and they are quick and easy.
Acura OEM Parts and Acessories Online - Bernardi Parts Acura
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-The SHAWD system
-The 10 speed transmission
-The v6 is pretty proven but not novel or special, but the "proven" aspect isnt something Id throw out.
I had an RDX, and rode in a cx90 the other day with the 3.3T. The RDX touchpoints and interior were superior. The 3.3t sounded nice and was good, though. Overall, the MDX S just eats its lunch.
longitudinal engine layout, phev option, rear wheel drive bias awd platform, inline 6 engines. 8 speed wet clutch automatic transmission. the only thing the mdx type s has on the cx-90 is a bit more speed. that is all. mazda will develop it further more. they are a small company. it took a lot of ressources for them to make something like the cx-90. the quality of assembly is spectacular. it rivals or better than made in japan lexus.
-The PHEV option is not so hot. Very unrefined.
-Longitudinal engine is nice, as is rwd based. But the mdx still handles better. Thats pretty telling regarding how much better SH-AWD is.
-Assembly likely is better than MDX S, but raw materials are a step below.
-The 8 speed is trash. They should have used the zf8. The Honda 10 speed is superior. The zf8 would have edged it out. But no. They had to build their own, and it sucks.
