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1. 2013 ACURA MDX NAVIGATION DVD UPDATE DRIVER
2. 2013 ACURA MDX NAVIGATION DVD UPDATE SOFTWARE
3. 2013 ACURA MDX NAVIGATION DVD UPDATE BLUETOOTH
4. 2013 ACURA MDX NAVIGATION DVD UPDATE WINDOWS

If the system is all “Danger, danger Will Robinson” and a collision is possible, the system sends out an audio and visual alert warning alerting the driver. It works by sending a constant signal that sweeps in front of the car, evaluating the distance and closing speed of objects ahead.

2013 ACURA MDX NAVIGATION DVD UPDATE DRIVER

While you won’t find the same levels of driver safety tech as you would in a SUV like Mercedes-Benz’s GL, the MDX has just enough to please all but the most ardent techies.Ī Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) is powered by a radar transmitter fixed to the front grille. Automakers need to start catering to the myriad of smartphone user out there and not just those faithful to Cupertino. Is it a dealbreaker? It can be if you’re not an iPhone user. That wasn’t the case for me and it was only until I switched to my iPhone 4S that this problem ceased.

It’s supposed to grab your text messages and read them aloud, allowing you to respond and dictate your own message hands-free.

2013 ACURA MDX NAVIGATION DVD UPDATE WINDOWS

The MDX’s system didn’t exactly play nicely with my Windows Phone either. However, I noticed it took an inordinate amount of time to sync up each time I entered the car after that. Once paired to the vehicle the phone stays paired. On top of the standard audio inputs (CD, AM/FM, Satellite Radio, and auxiliary audio jack) the 2013 MDX lets you stream music from your phone and apps via Bluetooth, which works really well and integrates nicely with the upgraded ELS sound system, save for a few problems. There are far too many buttons and it leaves the whole setup looking rather messy. I also wish Acura (and yes I’m going to keep banging on about this) would address its cluttered interface. It still looks too similar to what you’d see in a Honda. It also auto-adjusts to lighting conditions quickly, removing the need to fiddle with it whenever lighting conditions change.įor the most part, it all operates nicely but Acura desperately needs to overhaul its infotainment menu design.

2013 ACURA MDX NAVIGATION DVD UPDATE SOFTWARE

Likewise, setting destinations and searching for addresses is also intuitive.Įntering destinations can be carried out through voice controls as well, and while I’m generally skeptical of the voice recognition technology in most vehicles, I was pleased that the software never had much trouble understanding me. Operating the navigation system is accomplished through Acura’s central controller dial, itself fairly simple to use. The entertainment package also adds heated seats to the second row.įinally, in addition to tech treats like a collision mitigation braking system, adaptive cruise control, and blind spot monitoring, the advance package throws in some cosmetic and performance-related features like an active sport suspension, perforated leather interior, heated and cooled front seats, and 19-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels.Īs a rule, I don’t think there is such a thing as too much tech, which is why I’m pleased with what the 2013 MDX offers. But the real treat here are a pair of wireless headphones – because let’s be honest, how many times can you listen to Dora the Explorer without going clinically insane? No gracias. Step up to the tech package and in addition to a premium leather-appointed interior you get Acura’s navigation system with voice recognition, AcuraLink telematics system with real-time traffic and weather alerts, an eight-inch VGA screen, upgraded Acura ELS stereo system, and GPS-linked temperature controls.Īutomakers need to start catering to the myriad of smartphone user out there and not just those faithful to Cupertino.The entertainment package adds a rear-seat DVD entertainment system that will surely please traveling tots.

2013 ACURA MDX NAVIGATION DVD UPDATE BLUETOOTH

At the bottom end of the spectrum the tech trimmings are a little bleak, with only Bluetooth hands-free calling and a three-way rearview camera included. The MDX is offered in single trim level with three available packages. I can’t answer that question (although I could share a couple of theories) and Acura doesn’t really seem to know the answer either, but the strongest case the automaker makes for proving its luxury chops is undoubtedly the 2013 MDX. Is it full-on luxury or a near-luxury alternative meant to appeal to a larger base? And yet, that’s not exactly the case.Īcura may have been the first luxury Japanese brand on American shores but over the years it’s suffered a bit of an identity crisis. With the widespread success of the brand, it seems only natural that its corporate cousin Acura would share the same success. I’m willing to bet most of you have owned a Honda at some point in your life.