2022 Acura MDX

tire

my 18 tlx a-spec V6 had zero 80,000 trouble free miles the only thing I replace was batteries and tires.

but it controls engine and wind noise so well that you hear a lot of droning tire noise which gets annoying.

What I don’t love is the crazy amounts of tire noise on some surfaces on the OEM tires.

The Bad: Tires are louder than they should be.

radio

The radio will just stop working for no reason.

So when I am a passenger in the car, I can not use the phone at all, otherwise the XM radio turns off (I’m not trying to play any audio or video on the phone, just checking email will turn off XM).

battery

I ended up disconnecting the battery to do a hard reset and it seemed to work fine after that.

Nothing would get it to open again except disconnecting the battery and trying again.

The auto heating and cooling is not so great with comparison to my 2016 highlander

Either way, very cheap vent parts that will definitely break off if a knee hits them sliding in/pushing on them from the middle seat.

Granted I have 2 fun sized friends (under 5’ 2”) and they were fine in the 3rd row.

The adjustable seats in the middle row are a nice touch, as well as the removable middle seat.

The storage space in the back is big and it has 3rd row seating!

Plenty of room in the 2nd row and 3rd row worked great for my teenager.

speed

It is constantly searching for the right gear at speeds under 55-60 mph.

I swapped out the tires at 8500 miles and the problem became much better with the car becoming much more pleasant at highway speeds on rough surfaces.

The naturally aspirated V-6 mated to the 10 speed transmission is very smooth, with good acceleration.

The MDX is supposed to show you the speed limit on any given highway, and I know it works perfectly with their RDX,

ride

Wife has a 2017 MDX and the '22 has a significantly upgraded interior with all the latest technology, while improving on the ride and driving experience.

As for handling and ride, Acura has always excelled,

The ride is super smooth and reasonably quiet.

Purchased a 2022 MDX Advance SH-AWD a week and half ago and I have to say that this is by far the most comfortable ride I have been in.

Cabin is very quiet, comfortable ride, and tech is great for the segment.

I love the technology, the ride, the looks, and how practical the cargo space is.

This car is beautiful and its rides excellent .

comfortable

The seats are insanely comfortable, excellent for highway cruising or around town.

but also performed great, comfortable and enjoyable to drive.

Seats on the leather suede combo very comfortable.

We want to feel comfortable driving anywhere in any weather.

The rear sitting areas are equally comfortable.

It’s plush, comfortable, and feels solid.

interior

The interior (with the exception of all the piano gloss black trim is stellar).

The leather interior is a big improvement.

I think the car looks beautiful and modern inside and out which is why we bought it.

I really do love the look of the car inside and out.

Interior mood lights pretty cool and the headlights and fogs are very bright.

A Hyundai Tuscan has a nicer interior and better tech than this.

We really like the new aesthetic redesigns on the exterior and interior--dramatic improvement.

I think they could have done a better job of creating interior storage for small items.

The pros to the SUV is it looks nice from the outside and it looks great on the inside.

2022 Kia Carnival

noise

Check engine light came out 2 times after I bought with in  2-3 months, it’s brand new van and it’s vibrating when press in gas what is unacceptable please don’t buy any kia I believe.

lights

2) lack of low end torque 3) check engine light came on twice in cold weather (-18c) .

Interior lights found on after parked for a while, 3 times, may be a fob click thing.

The middle row reclining seats are a cool feature

The stow away 3rd row is a really nice feature,

I had the middle row seats all the way back and tried folding the third row seats.

Plenty of room inside even in 3rd row for our 6’3” son.

Features I liked most was a deep
Cargo space behind 3rd row, easy access and that
Table in the second row.

but the middle second row seat can be removed to have captain seats and make easy access to the 3rd row.

Picks up speed in a snap and very tight turning radius.

With 290hp this MPV has the get-up-go attitude and ability to reach speeds quickly.

feature

Like it's look, rich in tech and features (bought the top trim),

Other really cool new features are that both the skylight windows open in the front and the back.

With that being said, all the features are great!

Overall a great vehicle, many great features

Great features on the EX trim, stunning looks, and smooth drive.

Love the passenger view and talk - handy feature for a carload.

Then for the price, you had to really empty the bank to get any of the nicer features on it.

although this Carnival had great features, there are somethings about it that are annoying.

The carnival is stylish, clean looking, comfortable, and great for road trips!

My wife and I recently retired and wanted a new, reliable vehicle for trips and everyday driving.The KIA Carnival is great people and pet mover with a smooth ride and comfortable interior.

- Seats are, generally, comfortable for long trips.

Great car, spacious, comfortable and fun tech.

The 13 year old grand kids deal with the travels in comfort.

It is more comfortable than the Pacifica.

Super spacious, comfortable, loaded with features!

family

I am one impressed Kia repeat owner and I look forward to showing off the Carnival to all my mom friends!

We are a blended family and they are ages 10, 12, 12 and 14.

but you have kids that love to ding doors parked next to your car, THIS Multi-Purpose Vehicle is the one to buy.

I got family that’s Kia fans and recommend me test drive one, it was nice I wasn’t too impressed with it, it had that familiar feel when I test drove a Sedona many years ago, felt cheap in my opinion..but to each their own.

What an amazing family car and this from for  Toyota owner! !

I would definitely recommend this vehicle to other moms.

2021 Honda Pilot

With this car you have 3 rows of seats, AWD, towing ability, everything you would expect from an SUV

We like the optional 3rd row seating and the leg room is great too!

Spacious for 3 kids --two rows allows us to also transport grandparents or friends.

The Pilot met everything I was looking for including 2nd row leg room (I like the fact the second row is adjustable).

Good amount of cargo room & roomier 3rd row than many models.

This car rides really smooth and there is plenty of leg room even for the 3rd row passengers.

It is very spacious and all three rows of seats are comfortable.

The cruise control is cool that it will slow you down or speed you up.

but average, once it’s going on Highway speed, is very quiet, sometimes i found driving s little faster than i thought it was.

Plus the performance out of the 10 speed transmission backed by a powerful V6 makes it enjoyable to drive.

With all the new updates and now all trim levels come with 9 speed transmission it seams to be a much better ride now.

room

I have four children and I needed all this space it has.

In general, the car has plenty of room in between seats, also added up some new good features,

It does have a lot of room when you put down the seat.

In fact, it makes us feel like we're in some space vehicle of the future.

My kids absolutely love the entertainment system & having more room for them.

My whole family loves the space and comfort.

Second row had enough space for 2 car seats and for an adult comfortably.

but liked the bigger engine and more interior space of the Pilot.

I wanted something with room and the Honda name behind it.. the ride is smooth and it feels like I’m the pilot of a Lear jet

I drove from Brownsville, TX to El Paso, TX and let me tell you it was smooth and very comfortable plus it was very economical on gas.

Inside is nicely apportioned, comfortable leather seats.

but with all the comforts and bells and whistles of a luxury vehicle.

Good size excelente engine confortable y reliable brand.

This car is so roomy, comfortable, sporty looking, and my kids and I are in "heaven" with all of the USB ports and drink holders.

The 2021 Pilot is very impressive with much improved ride comfort, engine response, safety technology and roominess.

I personally do not get the soccer mom feel like some people do I really think you need to try this, go drive it and you will see for yourself.

but yet compact vehicle that my wife and my teenagers were able to drive too at a glance I was not to thrill for it but when my whole family stated how spacious it was, well it started growing on me.

The Tourning Trim has everything my family needs.

Looking forward for many years as it sees our family grow.

We have plenty of room now that are family is growing!

2021 Kia Sorento

The kids love the 3rd row and the captain chairs.

This car meets all my needs 
Plenty of room for friends and family 
Storage is also great with the 3rd row seats down
Great so far

The rear wiper could use one more slower speed,

Love the speed and style of the car , 
Missing is memory seats, HUD, ambient lighting and more soft touch in cabin, apso less gloss black that get dusty and dirty , better sound system

Some favorite features: hands free and kick free tailgate, just stand behind it.

This SUV has  safety, comfort, performance, and convience features of  vehicles costing many thousands more.

It is a beautiful car with lot's of safety features.

This car is loaded with features, looks good, drives good, and is very reliable.

A lot of safety features that are standard.

The SUV thats just right for a person who likes adventures and also has all the features of a luxury suv.

The x-line package is first class and a steal at its price.

All around, a great SUV for a couple like us or a small family.

This car is perfect for me and my soon to be extended family!

I have 2 kids and there’s plenty of room for everyone.

I want the “kids” to have plenty of room in the back and for it to lay flat.

This vehicle  comes with all the features you need, the overall cost of maintenance is inexpensive and is a great size vehicle for a couple or a whole family.

Now we have enough room to pack all the grandchildren in at one time.

stylish, comfortable for long & short drives, does everything that's required for carrying my family, friends & stuff.

but less internal space than the Sorento.

Best mileage, easy to maneuver, space full, very secure.

Plenty of leg room for every one, lots of cargo space with third seat down.

With the third row collapsing you get nice cargo space.

Plenty of space for me as I'm 6'4 and I have 2 year old that's almost the same height lol.

2020 Ford Explorer

It makes noises over an hour after I shut it off and get out of it. Crazy!!

Then it started making a metal rubbing noise apon acceleration,  and now it's giving me trouble in reverse.

There are a few sqeaks and the fit and finish of a $62K vehicle could be better.

Lots of cabin wind noise at 45mph and above.

Sounds so awful and feels like I’m driving a ticking time bomb!

This noise only happens when moving and increases in volume to a point as you gain speed.

Car makes strange noises after you shut it off for up to half hour later when you close any of the doors.

The engine is extremely noisy, I don't understand why Ford couldn't come up with something to silence the disgusting noise it makes.

Grinding noise also at 5,000 miles, Replaced oil cooler.

The passenger door has developed a loud rattle that I can't seem to figure out.

failure

It has dumped the trans fluid 2 times and has had multiple transmission failures and irratic hard shifting.

Our latest issue was an engine light for cold start malfunction that occurred when the vehicle was started in our heated garage.

By 2,000 miles, the backup camera has failed multiple times, the screen glitches a lot, and when the A&#47;C is on, heat will come out on the passenger side sometimes.

Unfortunately my transmission and computer system both failed at less than 6 months of ownership.

.must have been malfunction with lane assist when I didn’t even have it on.

transmission

But there is a huge problem with this transmission and Ford knows it !!!!!!!

The transmission doesn’t slip every day.

but after only 8 months the 10 speed transmission  went out and after 6 weeks they still have not fixed it, it is still sitting at dealership waiting for parts.

4x4 has gone out twice, All sorts of warning lights go off, windows go up and down by themselves, transmission cooler went out, starting to stall, going back in to Ford for fixes

but are experiencing a transmission issue.

The engine transmission is not smooth, actually is very rough, the automatic transmission makes the car jerk while shifting .

but shifting has been a real issue jerking from 1st to 2nd gear.

Yesterday i experienced a major issue with the transmission.

windshield

Like dimming rear view mirror, dimming driver mirror, forward sensing, de-icer wipers, real leather seats (it’s now uncomfortable synthetic).

I was driving down the highway and a piece of the trim on my windshield flew off both sides are cracked they said my car is never been in an accident and I’ve never had the windshield replaced.

Even the Explorer's brother the "Aviator" was difficult to see out the windshield and A pillars.

gear

I can definitely feel the car shifting gears as I accelerate and I can feel a strong enough downshifting as I slow down that I wouldn't expect from a car at this price range.

It’s starting to have issues when you first went from a stop to start where the car with jerk around and then as you came to a stop the car with jerk down feeling each gear to you came to a stop.

If you have the drive mode set to "sport" be prepared to know that the engine will hang onto a lower gear longer than you think it needs to.

I absolutely love the 2nd Row Captain's Seats, the moon roof, the new body style, the fuel economy and power!

Heating and air component controls for 2nd row loose when pressed.

Everything I wanted as far as options, styling, 4 wheel drive, 3rd row seating along with power rear hatchback.

but would have liked to had the option of not been required to have the 3rd row seating.

I feel this car is very comfortable to drive as well as 2nd row seats are very comfortable to sit.

Third row has lots of room as well as a large cargo area when 3rd row is down.

I love this vehicle has every feature known to man it seems the power is amazing the comfort is second to none not to include the amazing amount of leg room in all rows of seating

I was driving a Landrover and this has everything without the price tag, and a more comfortable 3rd row for my passengers.

It’s a very roomy vehicle with three rows.

Recently traded over of the 2017s for a 2020, what a difference, comfort, fuel economy, power/acceleration, 10 speed transmission, REAR WHEEL DRIVE now.

The speed limit indicator works okay when there is a posted highway sign it will display the posted speed.

I enjoy the comfort, the speed, the control and all the extra options it offers.

Has good pick up speed, the color is fantastic, comfortable and roomy!

Love the advanced features especially adaptive speed control.works well for my golf clubs.

I have driven my car over 500 miles in both slow speed and highway speed, and I can say the transmission runs smoothly and without hesitation.

This new version of the explorer is incredible 
I am completely satisfied with everything so far
 from the performance to the ride and luxury and ease of dashboard functions 
The 10 speed transmission with 400 horsepower is absolutely exhilarating

I find myself well over the speed limit often which tells me things are dialed in. -Appearance.

Ride is smooth and it responds to speed adjustments well.

Love the colors and interior is very nice and very comfortable

It is stylish and comfortable and gets great gas mileage.

It’s comfortable, drives smooth and looks AMAZING. I’m extremely happy with my purchase :)

Most comfortable with everything at my fingertips.

Our Explorer is comfortable, drives very well, gets great mileage and handles winter driving conditions with ease.

This car is super comfortable and love all the features it has to offer!

It is powerful,  comfortable ,safe and reliable.