2008 Acura MDX
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
The 2008 Acura MDX is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 3.7L 6-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- 5-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.7L 6-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 3.7 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 5 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked October 16, 2026.
08E013000: EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK
HONDA IS RECALLING 2,032 HITCH STYLE BIKE RACKS SOLD AS AFTERMARKET FOR USE ON MY 2003-2007 AND SOME MY 2008 HONDA PILOT, RIDGELINE, AND ACURA MDX VEHICLES. A PINCH BOLT EXISTS BETWEEN THE BIKE ARM BRACKET AND THE UPRIGHT ASSEMBLY OF THE "HITCH" STYLE BICYCLE RACK.
Remedy: OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT THULE AT 800-THULE91 (800-848-5391) TO OBTAIN A FREE REPAIR KIT ALONG WITH REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS OR OWNERS MAY CONTACT HONDA AT 1-800-999-1009 OR ACURA AT 1-800-382-2238 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION.
Reported February 5, 2008. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 15, 2026
Data verified: October 16, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2008 Acura MDX have?
3.7L 6-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 Acura MDX?
Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2008 Acura MDX front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2008 Acura MDX?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked October 16, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.