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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  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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  Very Nice - 2014 Acura RDX
  By thumper16 - June 21 - 6:51 pm

  Bought this for my wife, she formally owned a 2011 RDX. The 2011 was a choppy ride but a great handler. This is a very different. Its smooth with a more refined feel. Inside seems a little roomier. So far she is loving it. This is our 6th Acura, even so I shopped others and concluded this to be the best $40,000 mid suv out there.

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  After almost a year of ownership.... - 2013 Acura RDX
  By wak52 - June 19 - 2:21 pm

  After a year and two road trips, here are my general impressions. Pros: Great mileage (28 mpg on the road), comfortable ride, good acceleration, good audio system, good dash/control layout, great ergonomics. Cons: Interior finish uninspiring, fit and finish from factory not in the same class as other luxury brands, rear hatch can only be opened with dash control after all the doors have been unlocked. Weve had the car in for two fit and finish repairs. It took the dealer three tries to a problem with the front bumper cover coming loose from fender (dealer didnt want to replace broken cover). Then the passenger roof rain gutter molding was loose, causing a horrible vibrating noise.

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  How to Make a Car - 2014 Acura RDX
  By troyruttman - June 4 - 8:49 am

  The RDX does everything a car is supposed to do -- its comfortable, fun to drive, pampers you a little and makes financial sense. Its less expensive than its competitors but drives as well or better. The combo of auto and manual transmission is practical and fun. Manual downshifting on mountain roads saves on brake wear -- and with cylinder deactivation mpg can jump suddenly from 20 to 30 or even 40 with no change in sound or feel. Bluetooth and USB audio work beautifully. Seats are very comfortable and storage space is good. I upgraded from a Honda and the family resemblance is clear. This company makes high quality cars for those who wish to balance comfort, convenience and value.

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  BASE RDX IS EXCELLENT - 2013 Acura RDX
  By plmrdx - May 24 - 4:19 pm

  The RDX is worth the $35-40K price compared to other luxury SUVs. The ride and performance of the 2013 model is excellent--see Consumer Reports. However, the Navigation Sys. is not worth the price. Unless you are an audiophile, the Tech Pkg. is not worth $4K. Buy it without, then get a good Garmin GPS of $100+. You will like it better.

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  Love it! - 2013 Acura RDX
  By lisas55 - May 23 - 4:39 pm

  Have had my RDX one month, averaging 25.5 MPG in mixed driving. Very comfortable, nice interior. Good for taller folks - we are both over 510. Great value - cost 6K less than than a comparatively equipped Volvo S60 - which is the other car I looked at - and the gas mileage is much better. I got over 30MPG on the highway. And you never know when the active cylinder management system is in use - its smooth and seamless.

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  Acura does not belong - 2013 Acura RDX
  By mgtu273 - May 15 - 12:44 am

  I am the owner of RDX for six month and I am quite disappointed. Reading other reviews seems like I am driving a different car and Id like to share my view to help future buyers understand what they are buying. In one sentence: Acura does not belong to the club of Audi, BMW, Lexus or Mercedes, do not compare RDX to Q5, X3 and do not read reviews that attempt to do so. Main complain: whoever designed this car never drove in it. Ive bought top of the line model and it is missing basic features that come free in Toyota.

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  Very good initial impressions - 2013 Acura RDX
  By aidano2 - March 26 - 11:37 am

  Its comfortable, fast, and has a good amount of room in the front and rear. Also has nice simple, but solid, cabin features. Its very good in pretty much every area -- which almost makes it feel a little boring to talk about.

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  Awesome SUV, But Missing Luxury Brand Minimum Features - 2013 Acura RDX
  By even_further - March 20 - 7:01 pm

  This is a great SUV and a winner in the market place. But being an Acura its missing minimum luxury features mid/upper vents for rear passengers, LED tail lights, blind spot monitoring. The guts are a smash hit motor, size, AWD, cargo space, 6 speed trans.

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  RDX - Get what you expect - 2013 Acura RDX
  By cerebus1 - March 15 - 7:14 am

  Ive owned my 2013 RDX for about 6 months now. Youre going to get what you expect from an Acura ... good performance and reliability. Im getting about 18mpg, less then I expected ... but no highway driving. Last month my wife spent more and got herself a 2013 Volvo XC60. Im jealous ... wish Id spent a little more and got the Volvo also.