Overview & Reviews

The Acura RDX is a small luxury crossover SUV with two rows of seats. The RDX has never been a bona fide class leader in performance or luxury, but like many Acuras, it's a well-rounded vehicle with numerous strengths. In reviews, we've praised various RDX models for their quick acceleration, confident highway cruising demeanor and composed handling. We've found the RDX's cabin to be both well-constructed and reasonably spacious, with exceptionally supportive front seats to boot. The RDX also enjoys a strong reputation for overall quality and reliability.

If you're shopping for an RDX, you'll find early models with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, standard all-wheel drive and unusually sporty handling. Later versions of the Acura RDX stand out for their added refinement, power and interior space, and there's also a front-wheel-drive version aimed at buyers in milder climates. Unlike some rivals, the RDX keeps shoppers' lives simple with a generously equipped base model and a straightforward, package-based options structure.

User Reviews:

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  Huge disappointment - 2014 Acura RDX
  By todd_d - January 24 - 6:23 pm

  After having nothing but great experiences with our last 5 hondas, the Acura RDX was a complete disappointment. Above 60 on smooth highway, its a pretty good ride. But around town in the sub 45 range, it is horrible! Within 3 months of owning it, we had all of the struts replaced under warranty. This made no difference. I dont understand this since it is basically a CRV chassis and the CRV rides quite a bit better. I thought maybe something was wrong with this particular one, but after reading other peoples experiences on Acurazine, this is the norm. Not just with RDX, but all Acura models at this time. 1st Acura Ive owned, and last! Traded it in after 14 months, 12000 miles.

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  Brake Safety Issue - 2014 Acura RDX
  By mountainbob - August 7 - 5:04 pm

  Mine and all 2014 models have a front end metal on metal clang going over bumps. Diagnosed by two dealers as brake pad metal backing hitting caliper clips. Acura will not fix, dealer has made a temporary fix. Dealers are frustrated with Acura over issue. Dealer says he does not know if this is a safety issue. Filed complaint with Federal safety commission. Metal on metal will eventually break down. Acura will have to fix the problem if more owners complain to dealers. This is a potential dangerous brake issue. The clang is not something that a so called "high end" SUV should have. Acura calls it, "a Characteristic" of the model. If this is so then lower the price to a low end SUV.

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  Ho Hum - 2013 Acura RDX
  By newro - June 24 - 12:56 pm

  This is my 6 or 7th Acura and it will be my last. The buying experience, with a dealer that I have used for 15 years was not great, switched leasing companies on me and I did not even realize it. Cost me 15,000 extra miles. That said, my wife is the primary driver on this but I drive it on weekends. The car it twitchy, touch the wheel and you are all over the place. Tranny? Upshift, downshift, really annoying. The build quality is Acura but honestly, the interior is cheap, the bluetooth is a step below my 2010 TL and there are so many choices in the small cross over/small SUV market that I would never get another one of these. I was this close to getting a Murano and wound up with the Acura.

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  I too wish I could return - 2010 Acura RDX
  By sad_owner1 - January 28 - 7:27 pm

  The 2010 RDX drives like a dream. Handles very well especially in the snow. I loved this car until Ive had to make the following warranty replaced repairs... 4 new batteries, Replaced auto start, Replaced Air compressor relay switch, Alternator, Windshield wiper switch and still have issues with windshield wipers. This sadly, will be my last Acura

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  Bean counter had too much to say - 2014 Acura RDX
  By rgf99 - December 2 - 9:08 am

  The rdx is a great car as far as it goes. It simply does not go far enough. Besides a few design flaws, weak A/C, poor interface to the iPhone, the rdx lacks many key features/options of luxury SUV. Parking sensors are offered, nor is adaptive cruise control, ... To add insult to injury many features that should be standard are only available on the tech model - fog lamps, power lift gate, .... Great potential but fails to deliver in the end

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  Certanty Not a Lexus - 2014 Acura RDX
  By rdxcali - September 29 - 9:09 pm

  - A/C does not work very well. -Transmission shifting is jerky,,, not smooth. - The new car smell was so strong it made me and my wife nauseous for several weeks. - Certainly feels like a step down from my Lexus in all areas!

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  Disappointment - 2013 Acura RDX
  By tinpyro - August 5 - 12:26 pm

  I have owned many luxury vehicles over the years, when I initially came across the 2013 RDX I thought that I had discovered a true bargain. This , however, was not the case. The reason TRUE luxury vehicles cost more is because they are worth it. The RDX has flaws that I can over look but the wind noise from the doors and b pillars is simply unforgivable in a vehicle in this range. The dealer has done what it can but they cannot redesign the vehicle. Acura must be aware of this issue and I believe is simply choosing to ignore it. Had I taken a more extensive test drive I would not have purchased the vehicle, so...shame on me. I will unload the vehicle asap and accept the loss and move on.

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  Lack Of Ride Comfort - 2013 Acura RDX
  By average_joe3 - July 23 - 9:27 pm

  They disregard the new car warranty. I bought a new RDX six months ago and it has 5,000 miles. This so called luxury vehicle bounces more than a Magic Mountain ride, even in flat surfaces. The service technician agreed that it has a rough ride, yet the dealer did not even put it in a hoist to check if the suspension is loose. I get a headache every tim I drive it. Acura customer service considers the rough ride to be normal.

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  Not worth the cost - 2013 Acura RDX
  By athenaspet - June 27 - 12:53 am

  The vehicle was great on a test drive - until it had to be used for everyday living. It is not built for drivers under 510" or maybe 58". The materials used for the interior are not of luxury vehicle quality. The excessive noise from the brakes and transmission are horrendous. After being looked at twice by the dealership, I was told that these are characteristics of the vehicle. Stay away!

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  poor suspension - lacking standard features - 2013 Acura RDX
  By garrett10 - December 24 - 8:12 am

  I own a 2013 RDX . Ordered to get model and colors, have no need for navigation. If considering this car make sure to take an extended test drive and check to make sure the features you normally expect are there. I have owned over 50 autos and this is the worst mistake Ive made since the Oldsmobile diesel. Ride is fine on highway if you dont encounter pot holes, small bumps or rough pavement. Even crawling over a speed bump makes the front suspension sound as if its coming apart. Embarrassing if you have passengers as they will think something is broken. The front passenger seat has no "up" adjustment. My wife hates riding "in the hole". Uses cushion!, in Hondas premium brand?.