2018 Acura MDX Hybrid SUV

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Rating8.1

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Hybrid SUV
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$52,100 - $58,150
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Impressive handling boost confidence

No optional packages

New 7-inch capacitive touchscreen with revised infotainment system

Comfortable front row and well-insulated cabin

The infotainment system is unintuitive

Default Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support

Brimmed with standard tech and safety features

Lacks that luxury touch

New exterior color includes Basque Red and San Marino Red

Specs & Features

$52,100

price

321 hp @ 6300 rpm

horsepower

289 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

torque

7-Speed Auto-Shift Manual w/od

transmission

3.0L 6cyl AWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Cars like the 2018 Acura MDX Hybrid SUV might not be able to give you the direct benefits one might expect from its hybrid powertrain. However, its use must not be overlooked. The MDX Hybrid uses its 3.0L V6, a three-motor hybrid system, and a 1.3-kWh battery to produce 321 horsepower and 289 lb-ft of torque. This gives the MDX Hybrid a 0-60 of 5.7 seconds. The hybrid engine here is to support the gasoline engine to boost performance and offer slightly better fuel economy than what a single gasoline engine would be capable of. That said, the 2018 MDX Hybrid achieves a combined fuel economy of 27 MPG. As part of the midsize SUV, the MDX Hybrid competes with the Toyota Highlander Hybrid and the Lexus RX 450hL Hybrid. It offers 2 trims, starting off at an MSRP of $52,100.

Buying Advice

Despite being the entry-level trim, the MDX Hybrid Technology Package is loaded with standard amenities. Some include a sunroof, heated front seats, an 8-speaker sound system, tri-zone automatic climate control, adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and more. For an increased price of $6,050, you can also get the Advance Package trim which adds several other features including front-seat ventilation, LED foglights, and front-ventilated seats.

Trims

    Technology Package
    $52,100 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • 20-inch machined aluminum Wheels
    • 50-50 bench 3rd row seats
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Navigation system
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Advance Package
    $58,150 onwards
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Milano leather Seat trim
    • Parking assist

Compare to similar cars

Price

$52,100- $58,150

Engine

hybrid

Rating

8.13

Horsepower

321 hp @ 6300 rpm

Torque

289 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

Capacity

7

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247 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

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247 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

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306 hp @ 5800 rpm

215 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

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2018 Acura MDX Hybrid SUV vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6 sec14.7 sec113 mph
    6.6 sec--
    6.6 sec15.1 sec94 mph
    7 sec15.4 sec112 mph

    2018 Acura MDX Hybrid SUV vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      26 mpg27 mpg27 mpg19.4 gal.504.4/523.8 mi.
      31 mpg28 mpg30 mpg17.2 gal.533.2/481.6 mi.
      31 mpg28 mpg30 mpg17.2 gal.533.2/481.6 mi.
      29 mpg28 mpg29 mpg17.2 gal.576/537.6 mi.

      2018 Acura MDX Hybrid SUV vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        196.2 in.77.7 in.67.4 in.5.6 in.111 in.
        196.9 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.7.9 in.109.8 in.
        192.5 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.8.2 in.109.8 in.
        192.5 in.75.8 in.68.1 in.8 in.109.8 in.

        2018 Acura MDX Hybrid SUV vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          14.9 cu.ft.131.4 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.
          13.8 cu.ft.144.9 cu.ft.83.7 cu.ft.
          7.5 cu.ft.114 cu.ft.58.5 cu.ft.
          18 cu.ft.121.7 cu.ft.55.9 cu.ft.

          2018 Acura MDX Hybrid SUV vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            8.8 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.68.4 cu.ft.243 ft.
            58.5 cu.ft.7.5 cu.ft.58.5 cu.ft.-
            55.9 cu.ft.18 cu.ft.55.9 cu.ft.-
            83.7 cu.ft.13.8 cu.ft.83.7 cu.ft.-

            2018 Acura MDX Hybrid SUV vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              3500 lbs.1481 lbs.4471 lbs.
              10330 lbs.1070 lbs.4905 lbs.
              3500 lbs.920 lbs.4740 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1340 lbs.4398 lbs.

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