Acura's sport-luxury sedans and SUVs share much with Honda but expect a refined, quiet brake feel. Here is how to choose and buy brake pads for your Acura.
Popular Acura models we cover
We carry brake pads and brake kits across the Acura lineup, including the MDX, RDX, TLX, TL, TSX, ILX, RL, and Integra. Front and rear sets are separate part numbers, and the fronts usually wear first - see front vs rear brake pads.
Which compound for an Acura?
Acuras are built for a quiet, premium ride, so quiet, low-dust ceramic pads are almost always the right choice - clean wheels and a smooth pedal. Type S and performance trims may prefer a more aggressive pad rated for higher temperatures. Our choosing brake pads guide explains the trade-offs.
Getting the fitment right
Acura brakes vary by model, trim, and rotor size, and many share components with related Honda models. Confirm the exact year, model, and trim before ordering, and check front vs rear position. Each listing states the verified fitment - see our FAQ for confirming it.
Do the job right
- Replace pads as a full axle set with fresh hardware to keep braking quiet.
- Inspect rotors - see when to replace rotors.
- Bed the pads in - see the bedding guide.
Shop Acura brakes
Browse brake pads by vehicle to find the exact set for your MDX, RDX, TLX, or other Acura. For a full refresh, a front-and-rear brake kit bundles rotors and pads together.