Captain's chairs
Second-row captain's chairs come with $58,000 Advance grade of MDX hybrid. Third row remains spot best-suited to kids.
Cargo bin
Because of packaging wizardry, wherein the battery pack and associated components largely are under passenger compartment, MDX hybrid keeps cargo under-floor bin.
Dimensions identical
Because Acura redesigned MDX with hybrid in mind, the hybrid's exterior dimensions are identical to those of non-hybrid model.
Power flow monitor
Power changes so clandestine that only way to know if engine or battery power being used is via power-flow monitor.
Cupholders
Quality cupholders, with retractable hard-plastic nubs, found in front and rear center consoles.
Real wood trim
Real wood trim, seen on tray, used on MDX hybrid's top Advance grade.
Screen confusion
Acura's dual center-stack screens still confusing to use, display dated graphics and aren't as changeable as competitors' displays.
Grille
Like the non-hybrid MDX, the new hybrid model uses Acura's signature diamond pentagon grille.
Interior competitive
Materials, including the Advance grade's Milano leather seats with contrast white stitching, competitive with those in other brands' hybrid CUVs.
Center console
MDX hybrid has huge center-console storage box, with two ways (slide tray, lift armrest) to access.