---
title: "Acura Brings NSX Hybrid Tech to 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid"
description: "The three-motor hybrid system will boost the MDX's horsepower to 321 ponies."
date: "2017-03-16"
modified: "2017-03-16"
authors:
  - name: "Max Goldberg"
    job_title: "Associate Editor"
    link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/max-goldberg"
url: "https://www.thedrive.com/new-cars/8392/acura-brings-nsx-hybrid-tech-to-2017-mdx-sport-hybrid"
categories:
  - "News"
tags:
  - "acura"
  - "hybrid"
  - "Hybrid News"
  - "mdx"
---

# Acura Brings NSX Hybrid Tech to 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid

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Acura is bringing the hybrid technology found in the NSX to the redesigned Acura MDX. The Acura-exclusive three-motor hybrid technology will be coupled with the MDX’s 3.0-liter SOHC i-VTEC V6 for a combined power output of 321 horsepower and 289 pound-feet of torque.

Thanks to "Electro Servo" braking, engine shut-off and the electric motors, the [2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid](<https://www.acura.com/PressReleaseArticle.aspx?category=mdx&year=2017&id=9549-en>) achieves 27 mpg city and 26 mpg on the highway. This is a 45 percent improvement in city miles per gallon. In addition to improved fuel economy, the hybrid technology provides customers with instant torque and four different drive modes, including the new SPORT+ (because you know, “+” is obviously better).

The 2017 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid will also utilize a seven-speed dual clutch transmission as well as model-exclusive active dampers for improved handling and ride comfort. According to Acura, the 2017 MDX Sport Hybrid will enter show rooms in early April and should start at $51,960, only $1,500 more than the 2017 Acura MDX SH-AWD.

## Author
Before working at *The Drive*, Max Goldberg raced the streets of Westchester in an ambulance as a licensed Emergency Medical Technician. He has boundless enthusiasm.

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