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Acura MDX Sport Hybrid

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The good & the bad

The good

  • Ride quality
  • Front-seat comfort
  • Quietness
  • Gas mileage
  • Sliding and reclining second-row seats

The bad

  • Third-row space
  • No aisle with captain's chairs
  • High cargo floor
  • Digital heated-seat controls
  • Gas version's spongy brakes
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Notable features

  • Standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • Captain's chairs available
  • Sport Hybrid trim
  • Nine-speed automatic transmission
  • Room for six or seven people
  • Push-button third-row access standard

Available trims

See the differences side-by-side to compare trims.
  • SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Technology Pkg
    Avg. price
    $24,272
    MPG
    26 City / 27 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    7
    Warranty
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Engine
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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  • SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
    Avg. price
    $24,431
    MPG
    26 City / 27 Hwy
    Seat capacity
    6
    Warranty
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Engine
    Gas/Electric V-6
    Drivetrain
    All Wheel Drive
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
Combined side rating front seat
Combined side rating rear seat
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
Overall side crash rating
Rollover rating
Side barrier rating
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
16.4%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
Side pole rating driver front seat
16.4%
Risk of rollover

Consumer reviews

87% of drivers recommend this car
Based on 8 reviews
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Comfort
4.6
Interior
4.1
Performance
4.6
Value
4.1
Exterior
4.4
Reliability
4.5

Most recent

  • By Gary from Punta Gorda, FL
    Owns this car
    February 12, 2021

    Great driving - Love the Black Copper Pearl Color

    This is my second MDX, and my first Hybrid. It's great but...at 27K miles the transmission required warranty replacement. The Black Copper Pearl color is head-turning gorgeous. Infotainment not so good, but Android Auto/Apple Car Play is a good workaround. solution
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    3.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    3.0
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  • By acana from Paducah, ky
    Owns this car
    August 17, 2019

    really great car!!!

    This a great vehicle for the money. Well designed and a lot of features. The mileage is excellent!! I would tell anyone great things about this car.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    4.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Goody NJ from Ocean View, NJ
    Owns this car
    February 21, 2019

    Love this car

    Great gas mileage, smooth operation. Acceleration is excellent. Love the Hybrid features. Very comfortable on the road. Acura stands behind their vehicles and service is excellent.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By GJ from Punta Gorda, FL
    Owns this car
    December 13, 2018

    Simply an Awsome Vehicle

    The Black Copper Pearl exterior and espresso interior make this MDX Advanced a real head-turner. It's fast, quiet, and stylish..It outclasses and out performs the 2014 MDX I traded in.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    4.0
    Value
    4.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By JRM from Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada
    Owns this car
    August 25, 2018

    Get the Hybrid !

    I have been driving Acuras for many years and this is my 4th MDX and first Hybrid, and I couldn't be more pleased with it. I am a auto enthusiast and have been lucky enough to have owned everything from compacts to sports cars and luxury sedans, high performance American cars to SUVs and motorcycles. I have thoroughly enjoyed my previous MDXs but the Hybrid is without question the best SUV I have owned. I traded a 2017 Elite for my 2018 and was amazed at not only how much quieter the new one is, but also the responsiveness of the drivetrain, ride and obviously fuel mileage. All of this plus an excellent audio system and luxurious interior make for a very enjoyable daily driver. Definitely one of the nicest vehicles I have owned.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By no_happy_camper from Dallas, Tx
    Owns this car
    July 12, 2018

    Way overpriced for the poor technology

    Drives well but be aware the instrument panel is Obsolete, Awkward and Confusing.. Parking brake is a nightmare when it locks up at the most inconvenient moments. Push button transmission controls are reminiscent of the Edsel. Car is extremely overpriced and you can expect to lose $20k the moment you sign..
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort
    3.0
    Interior
    2.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    1.0
    Exterior
    3.0
    Reliability
    4.0
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  • By Simonew08
    Owns this car
    May 5, 2018

    Love how the car drives!

    Spacious, love the interior & drives great! Great car for the amount of money we spent! This suv has met all our family needs w/o being too big.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    5.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    5.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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  • By Auctional from Wellington, FL
    Owns this car
    March 23, 2018

    Love it

    Hybrid tech in a beautiful package that has room for 7. Wish the interior was more plush and different led gauges , but a great SUV. Better than Infiniti, Lexus, and Audi hybrids.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort
    5.0
    Interior
    4.0
    Performance
    5.0
    Value
    5.0
    Exterior
    4.0
    Reliability
    5.0
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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years old and newer from their original in-service date, with 80,000 miles or fewer at time of vehicle delivery.
Basic
2 years / 100,000 miles
Dealer certification
182-point inspection
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid?

The 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid is available in 2 trim levels:

  • Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg (1 style)
  • Sport Hybrid w/Technology Pkg (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid?

The 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid offers up to 26 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid reliable?

The 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid owners.

Is the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid. 87.5% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 8 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.1
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.1
  • Exterior: 4.4
  • Reliability: 4.5

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