2022 Acura MDX Type S Pricing Announced; Begins Arriving at Dealerships for the Holidays

December 17, 2021 by Acura

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.

Model / Trim	MSRP1	MSRP with Destination2	EPA Mileage Rating3 City/Hwy/Combined
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. 

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

	MDX Type S	MDX Type S with Advance Package
3.0L V6 Turbo – 355 HP, 354 TQ	•	•
Sport Tuned 10-Speed Automatic	•	•
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™	•	•
Adaptive Air Suspension with Auto Leveling	•	•
21-inch Wheels with Self-Sealing Tires	•	•
Brembo Front Brakes, Electro Servo Brake System	•	•
Full-LED Exterior Lighting	•	•
True Touchpad Interface with 12.3-inch HD display	•	•
Precision Cockpit Digital Instrument Cluster	•	•
Head Up Display (HUD)	-	•
Wireless CarPlay® / Android Auto™ Integration	•	•
Alexa Built-In	•	•
Wireless Charging Pad	•	•
ELS Studio 3D®: 16 Speakers, 710 watts	•	-
ELS Studio 3D® Signature Edition: 25 Speakers, 1000 Watts, LED Illuminated Door Speakers	-	•
7-Mode Integrated Dynamic System (IDS)	•	•
12-way Power Front Seats, Milano Leather + Ultrasuede	•	-
16-way Power Front Seats, Milano Leather	-	•
9-way Massaging Front Seats	-	•
Heated & Ventilated Front Seats	•	•
Heated Rear Seats	-	•
Flat Bottom Sport Steering Wheel	•	•
Heated Steering Wheel	-	•
Genuine Aluminum Trim	•	-
Open Pore Wood Trim with Black Metallic Finish	-	•
IconicDrive™ Ambient LED Lighting	•	•
Remote Engine Start with feedback	•	•
Surround View Camera	-	•
Hands Free Access Power Tailgate	-	•
Gloss Black Lower Trim, Roof Rails	-	•
Acoustic Laminated Rear Door Glass	-	•
Ultra-Plush Floor Mats and Carpeting	-	•

2022 MDX Type S Key Specs and Dimensions

	2022 MDX SH-AWD®	2022 MDX Type S
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	•	With Air Suspension and Adaptive Damper System
Multi-Link Rear Suspension	•	With Air Suspension and Adaptive Damper System
Stabilizer Bar (mm, Fr/Rr)	31.8x5 / 21.7 x 4	30.5 / 20.0 x 3.5
Belt-driven electric power-assisted steering with variable ratio	•	•
Braking System	iBooster	Electro Servo Brembo Front Brakes
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