What you should know

Type: Four-door, all-wheel-drive tall wagon.

Engines (h.p.): 3.0-liter DOHC V6 with three electric motors (321, combined).

Transmissions: Seven-speed paddleshift with automatic mode.

Market position: Creating a hybrid system that improves performance and fuel efficiency means the best of both worlds and makes the driving experience more pleasurable.

Points: Hybrid system is a seamless performer Torque-vectoring system ☛ inspires confidence on winding roads ☛ Interior accommodations are first rate

Adaptive suspension soaks up the ☛ rough spots Zero hybrid-hardware ☛ intrusion means there’s plenty of room for passengers and their gear Sport ☛ Hybrid is definitely worth the added cost over non-hybrid all-wheel-drive MDX models. Active safety: Blind-spot warning with cross- traffic alert (std.); active cruise control (std.); emergency braking ( std.); lane-keeping assist ( std.). MPG (city/hwy): 26/27. Base price (incl. destination): $52,900.