2027 Acura MDX Trim Levels: Which Configuration Fits Your Family?

Ron Bouchard Acura of Auburn is one of the best places in Central Massachusetts to shop the new Acura MDX, and the 2027 lineup gives you eight configurations to work with. From the base front-wheel-drive model to the turbocharged Type S, every step up the MDX trim ladder adds something meaningful rather than cosmetic. Here is what each tier delivers and how to match the right one to your family’s needs.

2027 Acura MDX Trim Levels & Starting MSRP

• MDX (FWD): ~$53,250
• MDX SH-AWD: ~$55,450
• MDX Base w/Technology Package (FWD): ~$58,650
• MDX SH-AWD w/Technology Package: ~$60,850
• MDX SH-AWD w/A-Spec Package: ~$63,850
• MDX SH-AWD w/Advance Package: ~$68,350
• MDX SH-AWD w/A-Spec & Advance Package: ~$70,350
• MDX Type S w/Advance Package: ~$77,300

Pricing Note: All figures above reflect starting MSRP. Ron Bouchard Acura of Auburn regularly offers dealer specials and incentives that bring your actual price even lower, making it one of the best places in Auburn to get a deal on a new MDX.

What Every 2027 Acura MDX Includes

Every trim in the 2027 MDX lineup ships with a panoramic moonroof, a 12.3-inch infotainment display, built-in navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 10-speaker ELS Studio audio system, and the complete AcuraWatch driver-assistance suite. Most competitors require you to climb two or three trim levels to match what Acura puts on the base MDX.

The Foundation: MDX and MDX SH-AWD

The base MDX with front-wheel drive is the entry point, and it’s a strong one given everything that comes standard. The SH-AWD variant is the more practical choice for most Central Massachusetts buyers: it adds Super Handling All-Wheel Drive and raises towing capacity from 3,500 to 5,000 pounds, which matters for anyone pulling a trailer or boat through the New England seasons. Both share the 290-horsepower 3.5-liter V6.

The Technology Package: MDX and MDX SH-AWD w/Technology Package

The Technology Package fills in the gaps between capable and comfortable. Leather seating, power-folding exterior mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, and standard remote engine start are the headline adds. For many buyers in the Auburn and Worcester area, this tier hits the best balance of value and daily usability, and the SH-AWD version here is consistently one of the highest-volume configurations on the lot.

Sport and Luxury: A-Spec and Advance Packages

These two tiers diverge from the same base but go in different directions. The A-Spec SH-AWD adds sport exterior styling with standard fog lights and a more aggressive presence. The Advance Package prioritizes refinement, adding a heated steering wheel and surround-view camera system that the A-Spec does not include. If the exterior look matters most, the A-Spec wins. If interior convenience and parking aids matter more, the Advance Package is the call.

The Top of the Lineup: A-Spec Advance and Type S w/Advance Package

The A-Spec Advance Package combines the sport exterior of the A-Spec with the luxury features of the Advance Package, making it the most complete non-performance configuration in the lineup. The Type S takes a different approach: a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 delivers 355 horsepower paired with a sport-tuned suspension, upgraded brakes, and a driving character that separates it from every other MDX on the lot. Both are SH-AWD standard.

Base vs. Technology vs. A-Spec vs. Type S: Which MDX Is Right for You?

• Base or SH-AWD: Best for buyers who want the full MDX package at the lowest entry point, especially with the SH-AWD for towing.
• Technology Package: Best for buyers who want leather, remote start, and daily-comfort upgrades without stepping into premium pricing.
• A-Spec or Advance Package: Best for buyers who want sport styling (A-Spec) or a more refined cabin with better parking aids (Advance).
• Type S w/Advance Package: Best for buyers who want the most powerful, performance-oriented MDX Acura builds.

Find the Right 2027 MDX at the Best Price in Auburn, MA

Ron Bouchard Acura of Auburn is an authorized Acura dealer in Auburn, MA, minutes from Worcester and serving buyers across Central Massachusetts. Whether you are looking at the base SH-AWD or the Type S, the team can walk you through current inventory, financing options, and what your current vehicle is worth toward the switch.