Acura MDX – Brian Chee’s Opinion:
He tried to catch me. Turn after turn, I could see the blue angst flowing out of the cabin of his sedan, but the MDX kept him at arm’s length. It wasn’t because of my skill, but the on-track capability of the SUV: On the track, the MDX is an excellent ride. It cornered magnificently, the powertrain leapt to attention, and I thought it was perfection…until I drove it on the streets. Mind you, it’s a short-lister and a strong upgrade, but there are problems: The control layout made me feel like I was piloting a plane, there are a few blind spots in back, the snout is ugly, and I was never able to get comfortable in the seat.

Photos courtesy of Ron Perry, Acura