It's legitimately a great car, I don't know why people are saying so many negative things about it in the comments. It's received nothing but great reviews across the board.

Acura RDX is one of the best perfect car for me and my husband it's very comfortable vehicle and felt safe to drive . So if you like it get it !

Thanks for the review. Looking at one of these for my wife, and found out 2018 is the last year of the V6. We keep our cars for a long time so no turbo or hybrid for us.

Down in Southern California I bought one and absolutely luv it. Just went to Utah skiing, loaded this baby up with 2 kids, ski gear in Thule box on top, drove 1000 miles, comfortable and great economy. I did use chains up in the hills, but any car without winter tires wouldn't be allowed up the slopes. So worked just fine for me.

My wife drives a 2014 RDX. Excellent car. Not a heavy duty suv. Sort of a large compact suv with a big engine. No problems after 40, 000 miles.

Flat out the best review on cars. Thank you

Anyone who says they would rather have a crv has NOOO clue about driving Dynamics. Acuras drive very differently than hondas. And the only way for you to know is owning one.

That's the exact word I want to hear "this car is good and I'm recommending this to you" 🤗👍

The RDX is a very nice all around vehicle!

I recommend to a lot of people and I recommended it to you. That's the exact words he used.

Will the RDX get a whole new design for the 2019 model year with the diamond pentagon grille just like the current MDX and TLX do?

I really like this, it's simple and upscale looking... For some reason I think this would look good with blue interior.

i use 2017 model as my daily and i get 24.8 mpg with its NA engine. its fun to drive , good power to weight.

I just traded my 2014 CRV for a 2018 RDX base model with AWD. One of the last AWD in Texas. I paid less than $36,000 for it . Sorry about that Canadians. It came with everything I wanted that the CRV didn't have: Comfortable leather like heated power driver and passenger seats, center arm rest instead of the van like skinny ones in CRV, moon roof, LED lights all around, 18" wheels, speed sensing steering, push button start, more comfortable ride, less interior noise, more importantly: reliable 279 HP V-6 engine and 6 speed trans.

Why did I find this online for a thousand? Somethings has to be up. Such a great car

Why did acura use the underpinings of a CRV in this car?

Is the car bulletproof?

...thnks, zach, i like the rdx, too, but unfortunately, not as much as the mdx sport hybrid!!!

I think this is based on last generation CRV not current version thus no pano sunroof etc.

@Zack, loved your videos.. had a question for you regarding premium fuel as I am looking at a 2018 RDX for me... Given its J35Z2 engine which was also used in Honda Accord 2008-2012... can you run regular fuel 87 octane in it? Not sure why Acura recommends premium in it? Thanks

Believe it or not. but this presentation convinced Me to buy this car and I bought Elite model !!! Thanks Motormouth,

I look forward to seeing all new RDX with pano sunroof, 2.0 turbo, 8-speed dct and SH-awd.... can't wait to trade-in my forester XT :P

I bought one after watching this video 👍

I got the 2017. it is indeed bulletproof. the absence of android auto/apple carplay is indeed annoying. BUT the V6 is so damn smooth. CR-V interior is cheap, tin box, low quality seats, 4 banger weak sauce.

Both RDX and MDX are bright spots for Acura. Just hope they won't screw up their next one, as they screwed up with all those ILX, TLX and RLX.

(US poster here): I bought a 2018 Certified Pre-Owned (tech pkg) RDX in 2020 for $28K with 17K miles on it. I got the '18 for the reasons that you mentioned in your review: the V6 engine, 6 speed transmission and regular sunroof. The tech on it is a bit behind other automakers (like Honda ALWAYS is) but that didn't bother me. We've taken it on short and long trips and it's a nice highway vehicle. I wanted to avoid the newer model's 4 cylinder turbo, the touch pad screen controller, the pano sunroof (which I hate) and the stuck-on info screen on top of the dash. While I like the exterior styling of the 2019 and newer model better, the advantages of the 2018 model sold me.

Acura RDX or Lexus RX 350? Hmmm

Please bring back the SHAWD on the third gen instead of the shitty AWD from CRV

Just sold our 2020 Audi to buy one of these - mostly for the very smooth and powerful v6!

Got this down to 30k (380/month Zero down) at the dealer because of a friend (never trust the sales people and ask all the questions if you don't have an "in"). Realistically, it feels a lot nicer than my 2016 CRV (traded-in)... is it a complete upgrade? Not really, unless you're looking for more power. I would've gotten a 2018 CRV, but there were no lease specials... so monthly would've cost similar.

Can regular fuel be used ? Are there any issues or concerns if used ?

I just wish it had a break hold feature

The rims are nice, Id put them on my white RDX 14. Same with the black roof rails.

Looks amazingly similar to the previous generation Subaru XV front and sides...

My daughter may move from New York to LA early next year. We'll probably give her the 2014 RDX and buy a new small suv. Am thinking about the Lexus NX. Not sure what the future RDX is going to look like.

Acura is in a weird market. In the 45-55k market, you have both base model luxury cars, or top trim economy cars

Great review. I am still deciding if I should go for the RDX or the Lexus NX F-sport. I am not a fan of Acura's beak-like grill and the double display system.

I thought it’s call advanced package.

I found this car quite boring to drive. But I also had no major complaints, other than the infotainment. Engine is pretty great compared to most of the other cars I've been test driving lately.

sort of an unrelated question but do you recommend to your friends to buy vehicles or lease them? and if possible can you tell me why? thank you sir.

I have a 2017 CR-V touring and I don't see this as much of an upgrade. No pano sunroof, no heated steering wheel, no exposed exhausts. Acura needs to step up their game

I didn't hear him say it but is this vehicle with CVT & turbo?

I like the RDX way better than the MDX.. The Old MDX was very nice now it's like eh. I didn't mind the first RDX with the Turbo but it seemed some what small..

Just night l bought the wife a 2018, less than 24k miles for only 23. I prefer American but I'm kinda impressed with this. Best things a like are the 6 trans, seats are very comfortable, and no touch screen. Although all the buttons will take a little getting used to.

I just got mine a few weeks ago straight brand new off the lot I can tell you is not the best inside and outside looking SUV but it sure is comfortable. It's more like if you want don't attention. I used to have a 2015 Subaru STi that shit was 100% attention eyes from every corner

What model is this? I have a 2018 and want those roof racks! 👍

Time to start buying up the used v6 Honda's and Acura's. My 12' accord has 187,000 no issues. The only pain is the timing belt change every 100k 😆

Damn back here in 2020 and the things you say thet will go into the next version has, as we know happened. Lol

I bought a CPO 2017 ILX less than 10 days ago, and im already wishing i'd gone for the RDX instead. ILX is great, but for a few thousand more i'd have gotten much more car for the money.

how is this a compact SUV? standards across the Atlantic are really different...

I hear a lot of people reporting a shudder or judder being reported while transmission shifts between 2nd and 3rd gear. I had my hart set on buying this vehicle in the technology package but this transmission issues has dampened my enthusiasm. Does anyone have a RDX that can explain away my fears?

The single screen is a step backwards.

Thanks Norm Macdonald

This review bores me…….good day!

CRV 2014: 185 HP, 6 speed trans, no armrest, cheap small sissy seats, CRV 2018: 190 HP,w/fxxking turbo, CVT, full armrest, RDX 2018: 275 HP, 6 speed trans, comfort leather seats, full armrest, premium fuel, No SH/AWD (the only negative) RDX 2019: 280 HP w/fxxking turbo, 10 speed CVT, stupid entertainment control, SH/AWD (the only positive) I had involved with turbo manufacturing since 1970s, so know how unreliable the turbo will be. Unfortunately, Honda/Acura decided to go the Turbo for MPG to attract cheap ass Honda buyers. So I traded my CRV 2014 for RDX 2018; no brainer. Who gave a crap about MPG when I buy a $45,000+ SUV that uses premium gas.

Bought a 2016 for 30k out the door with 21k miles on it.

No heated steering wheel or android auto. Fog lights only on the top trim. I'm taking this car off of my list list.

People saying why not get a CR-V is truly hilarious...The RDX and CRV are VASTLY different vehicles on the road...The CRV is a little toy breed with a tiny, weak engine that isnt in any way fun to drive. The RDX? 6 speed 279 silky smooth engine that does everything well. Why not get a CRV over an RDX? Thats like saying why dont you go to Outback and not Ruths Chris...yea youll save money, but it doesnt compare...thats the truth. If you want a toy breed get the CRV, if you want a beast that handles well get the RDX. Its that simple.

For the price, the car is missing a lot of features that cheaper cars have. Great review as always.

The continued comparison between this and the CRV, or this and what you think the next version may have, distracts what you have in front of you. Those comparisons dont matter, and this just seemed all around negative. If I were Acura I'd be shaking my head at this review.

It would be better if it didn't take premium fuel.

I don't care for either the crv or the Rdx I think both are very blah but like many others here I don't see why you would pay a premium for this over the top trim crv... new crv looks considerably nicer inside and out for 10k less

This thing hauls butt, easy oil changes, easy brake jobs, comfy, wifey has the white with all black leather interior, we got the basic display purposefully as it has an already busy interface and dash with buttons galore and to avoid an expensive fix if something was to go wrong, we use phones for gps anyway, It scoots and handles great for an suv, it’s a getaway driver’s vehicle lol. Headlights are quite expensive!!!

Leased a 2016 Base and traded it in for an ILX which the wife hates so probably getting a 2018 RDX Advance. I would have gotten a loaded TLX but the stupid ZF9 transmission gave me serious pause At least with the RDX I get plenty of power with no miss shifts and great reliability. The new RDX seems to be even wider and longer which is ashame since I prefer a smaller suv. Also it should be noted how quiet the RDX is, it's even quieter than a Lexus NX.

I thought this one is good but the new one is like amazing the old one was meh

28.5k today with 35k miles, worth the wait to pay less

it does not look better than the crv. the interior looks like 2007 honda cabin in japan.

I would rather save the money and buy a crv

Their design looks like 10 years old one inside and out. They should fire all their designers and hire new people who have sense of 2017 trend.

I see people complaining about hondas slip and grip AWD system, well learn how to drive, don't rely on AWD, get proper premium winter tires in the cold season. AWD is only there to help you but not drive for you.

I didn't even know the RDX existed when I bought my 2014 CRV AWD. It took me a year to get used to how uncomfortable to drive it. I always thought why couldn't Honda comes up with a 200+HP engine and bigger better seats. May be that was the reason most CRV drivers were women. I also never liked the van type arm rest, my LX didn't even have one for the passenger. The stupid arm rest also tilted with the seat recline so my right arm was never horizontal. Then the new CRV came with a stupid turbo and CVT. I saw the 2019 RDX also came with a turbo. I guess Honda used the turbo to up the MPG to please the poor cheap skate prospective CRV owners. In addition, I never liked all that tech crap on the 2019 RDX, I had no patience or the touch for that stupid mouse just to turn on the radio. So I traded my CRV for a new bullet proof 2018 RDX AWD. It's only a base model, but equipped with everything I wanted: The ash and instrument are just like my CRV, V-6, 6 speed trans, comfortable heated power leather seats with full arm rest, heated mirrors, moon roof, better steering and brakes, LED lights all around, soft material everywhere, unlike the cheap hard plastic in CRV. Best of all, $6,000 discount off MSRP. I am now driving a luxury car, not a cheap gas pincher CRV. I can drive long distance without tiring, unlike the CRV where I had to raise my butt every few minutes. So what if I have to put premium gas, who cares about gas price on a $45,000+ car?

Never more Gazoline get it

Makes no sense to buy on of these new.

I think their engineers could benefit from some 420. The entire acura line lacks creativity.

I looked at the RDX and purchased the Nissan Murano Platinum - better value, more features - pano roof, heated/cool seats front, heated back seats, one screen, remote start, etc ($45K CDN)

Looks like decade old car except led headlight.

First of all every vehicle does not need black wheels and second of all they're too small.

to be honest the Hyundai Tucson has a better interior. Even a Pano roof. for a lot less money

My mom has this car and I hate it. Lots of plastic in the car that doesn’t feel good, bad radio, ugly display screen, and weird shape.

I'd rather have a loaded CR-V, it's just as nice

Inside looks very cheap for an Acura.

$3000 for crummy flat cast painted wheels. What suckers. You could buy a decent quality set of new wheels with better tires and TPMS for that..

There is no reason to prefer this over the CR-V.

we need a used one so i dont find this helpful with the price

CRV actually looks and rides better. Funny thing though, when I cross shopped the Accord, I ended up buying my wife the new TSX as I thought it was, you guessed it, better looking and handled better. Hearing the new Accord model may make me regret that decision but so far I do like the TSX. (Did I mention I hate the RDX)????

Don't know why anyone wants a panoramic roof.

Fawk all that direct injection crap. Don't need all the tech either, mechanical and analog. Once all that tech fails out of warranty might as well get rid of the vehicle.

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I wouldn't be caught dead spending 50K on this when I could grab a CR-V Touring for 30K

Acura's previous generations were better. I have a 2013 TL that on the inside is much nicer and upscale-feeling than the new cars. The new cars interior are a design mess. Mixed plastics everywhere, the God-awful dual screen setup. The new Hondas are actually much nicer inside. My dealer has loaned me both an ILX and the new TLX while my car was in for servicing and honestly, although the new TLX looks nice on the outside, it's not nearly as nice of a place to sit inside as my old TL. I really find these days that Acura just isn't offering any sort of value in the 'luxury' space as it really isn't all that luxurious; a loaded Honda feels nicer inside. I'd get a Civic before an ILX and an Accord before a TLX for sure. To me, Lexus is the only premium Japanese brand doing it right these days. Infiniti interiors are good quality but once again, have horrendously messy, dated-looking designs.

Looks like a design nightmare.

Nice wheels

Such a handsome car but acura needs to change the interior, it looks shit to me

Watch Acura/Honda make it worse and uglier

dat ugly layout of steering wheel😅

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Yawn.... Lexus NX300 looks like a better value

Why not get a new Honda CR-V? Newer technology and lower cost. Acura division of Honda has lost it's mojo. That snow plow nose is terrible.

It's a sad day when the CR-V is a better buy than the Acura RDX. Acura is a floundering brand that has totally lost its way and has yet to show that it understands what real performance is.

Acura has The worst feeling leather I've ever felt in any vehicle.