Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

Driver Rhys Millen set an SUV record at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in a Bentley Bentayga W12, setting a time of 10min 49.902secs.

Race-prepared 2019 MDX Sport Hybrid built specifically for the 2019 Pikes Peak hill climb. The Pikes Peak MDX utilizes the standard MDX (non-hybrid) 3.5-liter V6 VTEC engine, bored out to 3.7-liters. The larger displacement engine operates in tandem with Acura’s three-motor electric hybrid system and 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT). The Pikes Peak MDX Sport Hybrid produces a combined 400 hp and 350 lb.-ft. of torque through the use of special tuning to both the engine and the electric motors.

The MDX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD system and race-tuned active-damper suspension have been optimized to improve dynamic balance and maximize performance. A custom roll-cage, designed in-house, increases structural rigidity (and adds safety) while extensive weight reduction was accomplished by removing much of the vehicle’s interior, including the passenger and second and third row seats.