Reviewing the specs of an SUV can help purchasers make an informed decision about whether or not it is the right sport utility vehicle for them.

Mileage Specs

The MPG is the measure of the average miles per gallon drivers will get with a sport utility vehicle based on the type of driving. In the city, the 2009 Acura MDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV w/Sport and Entertainment Package offers an average of15. On the highway, the average is 20.

Trim Options

This SUV comes in 5 trim levels. Buyers can choose from the SH-AWD 4dr SUV, SH-AWD 4dr SUV w/Sport and Entertainment Package, SH-AWD 4dr SUV w/Sport Package, SH-AWD 4dr SUV w/Technology and Entertainment Package, SH-AWD 4dr SUV w/Technology Package.

Engine Specifications

Engines come in three basic kinds. The 2009 Acura MDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV w/Sport and Entertainment Package utilizes a Internal Combustion.

Drivetrain Specifications

The drivetrain dictates how the wheels of an SUV move, as well as its safety and effectiveness in varied circumstances.

Front-wheel drive SUVs gain engine power in the front wheels. This can lead to improved fuel economy and good handling in winter weather.

SUVs with rear-wheel drive have power sent to the back wheels. Drivers enjoy better power, balance, and acceleration, but diminished performance in poor weather.

Four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive are the other drivetrain options. With four-wheel drive, all wheels have power, but the SUV can be used in rear-wheel drive as required. All-wheel drive SUVs either have power delivered to all wheels at all times or only when needed for increased traction.

The 2009 Acura MDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV w/Sport and Entertainment Package is a AWD vehicle.

Transmission Details

This sport utility vehicle can be purchased with a A transmission. Automatic transmissions shift automatically and may feature some manual controls.

Manual transmissions require the driver to shift between gears as required.

Continuously variable transmissions do not utilize gears, change as needed, and are good for improving gas mileage.

Automated manual or direct shift gearbox transmissions enable the driver to shift gears, but the clutch is engaged automatically.

Styling

The exterior and interior of an SUV do not affect its performance but may be of concern to some drivers. For this vehicle, interior and exterior options include Ebony Leather, Taupe Leather, Parchment Leather and Bordeaux Leather for the interior and Dark Cherry Pearl, Aspen White Pearl, Billet Silver Metallic, Formal Black, Sterling Gray Metallic, Bali Blue Pearl and Mocha Metallic for the exterior.

Seating Capacity

This SUV has seating for 7.

Vehicle Length

The longer a vehicle is, the better the front protection. This automobile has a vehicle length of 190.70.

Cargo Specifics

In the 2009 Acura MDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV w/Sport and Entertainment Package, cargo can be stored in the 15.00 cubic feet of storage space.

Steering Details

The steering system determines how smoothly and easily an SUV is manipulated and steered. This SUV has a variable/speed-proportional steering system.

Interior

Sport utility vehicles can have up to three rows of seating. This SUV offers 3.

Towing

Drivers can tow with a hitch for a maximum towing capacity of 5000 pounds.

Pricing Details

Sport utility vehicles are available at vastly different price points. For this particular one, the MSRP is $48,690.