Overview & Reviews

After a full redesign last year, the Acura RDX carries over unchanged for 2014.

• Strong yet fuel-efficient V6 engine
• Lengthy standard features list
• Generous rear legroom
• Competitive price.

• Some rivals are sportier or have a few more available features.

User Reviews:

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  OK but..... - 2014 Acura RDX
  By newro - December 30 - 3:19 pm

  Have had Acuras since 1998, always a TL. My wife needed an all wheel/4 wheel drive that was not huge so we got out of a 2010 TL and into a 2013 RDX without the tech package. Its nice, but its not going to blow you away. As with all of my previous Acuras, its a quality build and reliable. Quick enough but I find it a little herky jerky in the steering, but, I have a 2010 Pathfinder which is like a tank compared to the RDX. It is pretty good in the snow, which is why we got it so I suppose that all in all, it does what its supposed to. It shares a radio with the Honda CRX and from what I am told, the all wheel drive platform as well. I guess its the Acura version of the CRX.

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  So Far Disappointed - 2014 Acura RDX
  By tramm - December 18 - 6:25 pm

  The RDX replaced my 2011 Q5. I bought it because it had more standard features than a Q5, was $5000 less than a Q5 and positive reviews. It is a good car in many respects but the suspension, interior quality and road noise reduction are not quite as good as the Q5. However, my biggest issue involves a subtle but obvious drive train vibration that occurs at certain speeds and RPMs. Acura is aware of the problem, claims it is "normal" but is working on a fix. If you do a lot of driving between 35-50 mph I would wait to buy a RDX until this annoying problem is fixed.

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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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  Good Value but not a Luxury SUV - 2014 Acura RDX
  By tramm - November 30 - 4:45 pm

  I traded-in a 2011Q5 for this vehicle. This is an okay car but so far I am not in love with it it sounds and rides like a slightly upgraded Honda. Pluses: About $4000 less than comparably equipped Q5-good standard features and value priced Comfortable drivers seat Good back seat leg room Good cargo layout - space not wasted Quiet engine with good power and pickup Good storage in front cabin Minuses: Q5 feels more solid and is more fun to drive RDX has choppy rear suspension Interior materials are okay but not what you might expect in a luxury vehicle Noticeable road noise, especially on uneven pavement

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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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  Acura RDX - 2014 Acura RDX
  By pr1 - September 29 - 8:24 pm

  I have had my Acura for three weeks and I remain very satisfied with my choice of the RDX. I had narrowed my search down to three brands when I arrived on the Acura sales floor in Tustin California. I always felt that a root canal was preferable than shopping for a new car. The salesman I was put in contact with, Kevin, knew his product, easily explained the cars features and then stepped back to let the car sell itself. During the next few weeks I found myself back on the sales floor several times to ask Kevin questions about some of technological features. Thats when I found Kevin to be as accommodating after the sale as he had been before.

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  Traded Porsche - 2014 Acura RDX
  By jadrie2 - August 28 - 10:29 am

  Believe it or not, the 2014 RDX rides and drives better than my Porsche. I downsized, traded and got 2014 RDX with Tech pkg and walked away with over $15k check to me. Some things are just a name and status symbol....

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  Great car, Tech package a disapointment - 2014 Acura RDX
  By retired01 - August 23 - 5:50 am

  In my opinion, the RDX is as capable as a 5-passenger SUV can get. Drivetrain is outstanding, ride and handling are very good, but if you want GPS, get a Garmin. Youll save money and prevent road rage. The tech package is designed to eliminate use, except by drivers voice, if the vehicle is in motion. This prevents use by the passenger/co-pilot unless the driver is told to "say OK", "say two", "say next", etc. and the voice recognition has difficulty with my voice. I say "two", it gives me a list of nearby "schools". If you frequently are a vacationing couple, save your marriage, skip the tech package.

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  Downsized from MDX - 2014 Acura RDX
  By zoomacura - August 19 - 3:33 pm

  I just downsized from a 2011 MDX to 2014 RDX AWD and am happy with my choice. Getting about 27mpg in RDX vs. 19mpg in MDX. A little disappointed about losing SH-AWD but a good trade off for fuel economy. New RDX looks sharper and feels roomier than its predecessor (my brother has the older model), handles corners nicely, quiet and luxurious interior, and new keyless ignition start is a plus that wasnt available in the 2011 MDX. My biggest and perhaps only complaint is that the E-break is too close to my leg! Smashed my shin into it about three times in the past three weeks that Ive driven this car. Overall, a spritely and spirited vehicle.

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  Only 700 Miles on the 2014 RDX and Transmission Problems - 2014 Acura RDX
  By billy411 - August 6 - 1:42 pm

  Transmission was slipping badly. We had to have it towed to dealer with only 700 miles on the car. Quality was the reason I bought Acura and lack of quality will be the reason I sell my Acura.