The Acura MDX is a popular luxury midsize SUV that has been well-received by both critics and consumers. It has consistently been one of Acura’s best-selling models, and it has also been a top-selling luxury SUV in its class. The MDX has a spacious, sleek, and tech-heavy cockpit that comes with pros and cons. There are a lot of new features that may take some time to get used to. Let’s examine the tech that surrounds you when you drive.
It is becoming more common for cars to forgo the typical gear shift in favor of buttons. The MDX did just that, removing the gear shift from the typical spot and putting it on the front of the center council. It also includes a dial that allows you to shift your driving style on the fly between normal, comfort, and sport. They even have a snow mode that starts out in 2nd gear.
With the absence of the gear shift, there wasn’t a great place to set your hand so they put an elevated hand rest to give your arm a comfortable resting spot.
Beneath the elevated hand rest and under your wrist is a rubberized charging pad to keep your phone still while also charging wirelessly. It is a little awkward to place the phone on the surface and take it out as you have to slide it under the hand rest. Additionally, any messages that pop to the top of the screen are likely hidden by the hand rest. There are still ample…
