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Why is the MDX made with "power assisted" steering, as opposed to full, power steering?

Is there any advantage to NOT having power steering?

Thanks for your replies,

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BETTER ROAD FEEL

Power assisted steering is suppose to give you better road feedback than full power steering. Many US luxury cars have full power steering and you can't feel a thing going fast thru a corner. No feedback to help you realize you are going too fast. With power assisted, you will feel greater wheel pull back to center the faster you go. And if you hit a slippery patch in the turn, you'll know it. MUCH BETTER SYSTEM!! The MDX road feel is pretty good.

Happy MDXing!!!

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2002 GG MDX touring w/ running boards, double BSM, ventvisors, painted rear deflector, tow hitch, rear splash guards, wheel locks, burlwood shift knob, Acura all weather mats, cargo tray & net, angle on visor
 
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