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Acura MDX vs. Audi A5 / S5 Reliability Comparisons

Acura MDX Reliability vs. Audi A5 / S5 Reliability:
Acura MDX Reliability vs. Audi A5 / S5 Reliability:

You won't find Acura MDX or Audi A5 / S5 reliability information like this anywhere else. Actual repair frequencies, not just vague dots, to make it clear how much the Acura MDX and the Audi A5 / S5 truly differ in reliability. These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to much more closely track Acura MDX and Audi A5 / S5 reliability as the cars age. Others tell you how reliable the Acura MDX and the Audi A5 / S5 were a year ago, when the cars were a year younger and had 12,000 fewer miles on them. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Acura MDX and the Audi A5 / S5 have been recently.

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Acura MDX Reliability through December 31, 2012

An asterisk (*) marks results based on small sample sizes.

General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.

Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.

New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.

 

Year Make/Model Repair Frequencysuccessful repair trips per 100 cars per year Compared to all models for the same year  
2013 Audi A5 / S5 4.2 32 A5 / S5 4.2s, 4.1 months of data per A5 / S5 4.2, average 3800 miles0
0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2012 Audi S5 3.0T   21 S5 3.0Ts, 9.8 months of data per S5 3.0T, average 9800 miles

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2012 Acura MDX 36 MDXs, 7.2 months of data per MDX, average 6500 miles9
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2012 Audi A5 / S5 4.2 32 A5 / S5 4.2s, 8.0 months of data per A5 / S5 4.2, average 8300 miles19
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2011 Audi A5 / S5 4.2 64 A5 / S5 4.2s, 10.1 months of data per A5 / S5 4.2, average 18200 miles

Most of the cars in this sample are A4s or S4s.22
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2011 Audi S5 3.0T 35 S5 3.0Ts, 9.9 months of data per S5 3.0T, average 18000 miles

Most of the cars in this sample are A4s or S4s.24
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2011 Acura MDX 29 MDXs, 9.6 months of data per MDX, average 18700 miles35
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Acura MDX 30 MDXs, 8.7 months of data per MDX, average 27800 miles18
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Audi S5 3.0T 46 S5 3.0Ts, 10.3 months of data per S5 3.0T, average 28800 miles

Most of the cars in this sample are A4s or S4s.35
30% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2010 Audi A5 / S5 4.2 69 A5 / S5 4.2s, 9.5 months of data per A5 / S5 4.2, average 31500 miles

Most of the cars in this sample are A4s or S4s.42
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2009 Acura MDX 29 MDXs, 9.0 months of data per MDX, average 39900 miles

28
20% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2009 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 85 A5 / S5 / RS5s, 9.3 months of data per A5 / S5 / RS5, average 39500 miles

Most of the cars in this sample are A4s.59
60% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2008 Acura MDX 53 MDXs, 9.6 months of data per MDX, average 61200 miles

59
50% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2007 Acura MDX 61 MDXs, 8.9 months of data per MDX, average 65600 miles

First model year of second-generation MDX. 53
40% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2006 Acura MDX 30 MDXs, 9.5 months of data per MDX, average 80700 miles

25
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2005 Acura MDX 29 MDXs, 9.7 months of data per MDX, average 109700 miles

51
30% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2004 Acura MDX 35 MDXs, 9.3 months of data per MDX, average 117100 miles

41
10% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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2003 Acura MDX   21 MDXs, 8.6 months of data per MDX, average 113600 miles

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2002 Acura MDX   21 MDXs, 8.6 months of data per MDX, average 140900 miles

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2001 Acura MDX 30 MDXs, 7.7 months of data per MDX, average 125900 miles

41
0% Fewest Trips Most Trips
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What People Are Saying about Reliability and the Acura MDX

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What Our Members Are Saying about Acura MDX Reliability and Durability

Reliability and Durability of the Acura MDX: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 We've owned several Acura's over the past 13 years, this is the first SUV. The past has proven their reliability as long as you maintain them. I mean the basic prescribed routine care every 5,000 miles. I've driven many different American made vehicles supplied by my Company over the span of the last 35 years and none can compare with how Acura's hold up or perform, even with the same routine care and still offer the resale value that they do.
2009 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 I am not worried about breaking down or about expensive repairs. This is a vehicle I can keep with no worries.
2008 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 expecting it to be above average.
2008 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Initial fit is not there
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 No real reliability or durability issues in 15K miles.
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 trouble free operation over time
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 rated highly by Consumer reports
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 i have owned several acura passenger vehicles and the reliability is unbeatable in my opinion. as it turned out i did have some front end thunks in my MDX. at no time did the dealer ever admit defeat (they all do that) and always made me feel welcome.
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 My last Acura Legend went 262 thousand miles with nothing but oil changes and tires. That is reliability!
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 brand reputation, online reviews and ranking
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Hve friends who have owned MDX for over 10 years and had no issues
2006 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 Less maintenance required.
2006 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 This is a pretty reliable SUV and extremely durable....perfect purchase decision for a growing family who want a vehicle for the long haul.
2005 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 It was the highest rated mid-size SUV by Consumer Reports
2005 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 Reliability, comfort, smooth ride, electronic features such as navigation
2005 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 We have 96k miles on it and nary a problem. She continues to be quite reliable and economical to maintain. We do not have it maintained at Acura, but rather a local quality repair shop.
2004 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 This vehicle with 89K miles has not needed any major repairs and has provided excellent service.
2002 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 Nothing ever goes wrong - even with 160K miles!
2002 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 I presently have 175,000 miles on the car, and have had no "tow-ins". All repairs were due to use, such as new tires, batteries, bulbs, filters and so on.
2001 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 Never had a problem.
Reliability and Durability of the Acura MDX: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Had to make 4 trips to the dealer for warranty issues in 18 months of ownership.
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Multiple trips to shop
2003 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 This SUV is a dog! Engine mounts, transmission, AC, alternator, cooling fan have all failed catastrophically. I will not buy an Acura again

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