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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  Is Acuras Brand Value Declining? - 2013 Acura RDX
  By barbieroads - December 28 - 7:26 am

  If you enjoy a ride that resembles rocking about in an earthquake or jerking your way through an amusement park ride then the 2013 Acura RDX will bring you joy otherwise, steer clear. The ride experience in this small SUV category is disappointingly uncomfortable and requires full attention from the driver in an effort to keep the vehicle in the lane. This ride is as far from relaxing as any ride could possibly get these days. Acura, youve failed me.

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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?.

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  Hard to impress me! - 2013 Acura RDX
  By qcman83 - December 22 - 9:33 am

  We bought this for my wife to drive. She was driving a 2012 Honda Pilot. In the past few years she has had a Honda CR-V, Lexus RX350 and a Honda Pilot. The comfort and quite has impressed us the most. I researched the 2013 RDX hard before we made our decision. Great choice. All of the websites said the the average price paid (TMV) for this model was a little over $37K. I was able to get it just a little under $36K. I would compare this to a Lexus RX350, its a little smaller, but about $9K less. Great decision....

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  Drove 10 miles, warning lights came on - 2013 Acura RDX
  By grishabm - December 22 - 12:48 am

  Purchased brand new RDX 2013, 10 miles down the road check VSA, check AWD, check power steering, and other warning lights started flashing. After stopping and restarting car light went off. Came back on a week later, could not accelerate > 40 mph without car automatically braking. Dealer replaced left wheel sensor, no more problems yet, but have lost faith. Asked dealer for free all weather mats for my trouble / inconvience but they would do nothing for me.

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  13 Non Tech AWD RDX - 2013 Acura RDX
  By clquake1 - December 18 - 9:00 pm

  As an owner of an 08 RDX and a 13, I can tell you the ride quality is much better, dont let the harsh reputation of the outgoing model discourage you. Its also not a floaty car, if you want that, go with a Lexus, or 70s-80s Cadillac. Despite my very heavy lead foot, averages 21 mpg in heavy city/stop & go driving. This is not a CRV as another commenter/troll said, who clearly does not own any RDX. Uses premium gas, dont listen to a) the sales guy or b) someone who thinks they know better that the teams of engineers that designed it. Brakes are a bit touchy. Materials quality not on par with MB/Audi, but also not priced like MB/Audi.

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  My husband (BMW guy) wants my RDX!! - 2013 Acura RDX
  By sbrows - November 14 - 7:26 pm

  This car is perfect! Traded my 07 MDX for better gas mileage and because I only used 3rd row twice last year. The RDX is so much better than the Lexus RX that I was considering. RX may have a few more options but the Lexus RX ride is "mushy" compared to the quick and nimble Acura RDX. My husband, who drives a BMW 535i, LOVES my RDX - he always wants to switch cars! The RDX is roomy yet sporty super smooth, agile and quick. We have 3 kids and they fit comfortably in the back seat (my oldest is 57"). I would have like one more option pkg (heated steering wheel, heated 2nd row seats, wood grain trim) but not a deal breaker. We are very happy for the value of the RDX for the price.

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  Stay away - 2013 Acura RDX
  By dca2013 - November 6 - 8:49 am

  Ive had the Acura for two months and it is not worth the money. I have had several problems with it. I am geting ready to call the dealer again. The ride quality is not up to par for the $37,000- $40,000 car. I completely regret my decision. I am very concerned about the long term durability of this car - which is the main reason I bought it. Cant wait to trade out.

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  Everything that you want - and then some - 2013 Acura RDX
  By english_august - October 30 - 11:57 pm

  The 2013 RDX is the best value for money in the luxury small-SUV segment. While competitors such as the X3, GLK, and RX 350 probably exceed RDX on many or most parameters, a comparably equipped car from those manufactures is $6,000 - $10,000 more expensive. If you are considering a loaded mainstream SUV brand (such as the CR-V EX-L), then you owe it to yourself to put the RDX on your shortlist. For about $5,000 - $7,000 more, you get better engine, aesthetics, reliability, build quality, luxury features such as keyless entry and brand cachet.

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  Awesome crossover for young family - 2013 Acura RDX
  By oaklandfan78 - October 30 - 11:52 pm

  Ive had an RDX for a month and all I can you wont regret a test drive. This is an awesome Crossover with performance on par to sport sedans. Those who say its basically the same as the Honda CRV have no clue what they are talking about. For one thing, the V6 just shines...it instills confidence and I actually look forward to driving. Try drive up a hill in the RDX and you will understand its capabilities. Secondly the technology for value cant be beat. I recommend going for the technology package if you can afford it. You get a very convenient power lift gate and an awesome 410 watt sound system which plays music in all sorts of ways (CD, DVD-Audio, XM radio, Bluetooth, Ipod)

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  Shop around before buying - 2013 Acura RDX
  By dca2013 - September 27 - 1:08 am

  Ive had my RDX for about three weeks and I agree with what most folks have said about the features and ride. But I was very surprised to find that the sunroof would not close. It kept stopping half way. I had to reach up pull down the wind relector to get it to finally close. There is just no excuse for this. I had a few accessories added which so far may not have been worth it. The roof rack has a very poor fit and finish, of course that could be to the way the dealer installed it. The cargo cover is just a bad design. It retracts like a window shade, with a hard piece that just hangs free - makes access a problem. And even though this is a small issue, there should be no issue.