An excellent improvement over the previous generation. Like mentioned, the lower base hybrid trims is the one to get. This unit is considered to be on the smaller side than its competitors (kinda like how a CX5 is smaller than a Rav4, CRV).
A buddy just picked up an RDX A-Spec today over this because of the size, and some decent discounts on the RDXs. They are harder on fuel though.