2019 Acura RDX A-Spec - POV First Impressions (Binaural Audio)

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MSRP: $45,500
MPG: 21 city / 26 highway
Horsepower: 272 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Engine: 2.0 L 4-cylinder
Curb weight: 4,015 lbs
Tire size: P255/45R20
Dimensions: 187″ L x 75″ W x 66″ H
-Filmed with the Sony FDR-X3000 4K Action Camera amzn.to/2s53Bna
-Audio recorded with Roland CS-10EM Binaural Mics amzn.to/2qKRbwA
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The audio in this video was recorded with in-ear binaural microphones. If you wear headphones, your mind won't be blown, but it will go, "woah, that's cool."
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Here on TheTopher, I'm known for putting a camera on my face and driving cars. Whether it's about any of my personal cars or reviews on weekly press vehicles, the goal is to give you an idea of what a certain car is like to drive or live with. Most of my videos are filmed in POV, with my clothes on, and (for like the 5th time) with in-ear binaural audio. Which, if I haven't made it clear yet, is why you should wear headphones. Because of the whole "woah" factor. It's there, trust me. Try it, it's pretty nuts. Or don't. As long as you whitelist me on your adblocker I'm okay with whatever you do or don't do with regards to headphone usage. That is all. Oh and I guess you should also probably subscribe. Why are you still reading this, you should be watching the video. With headphones! Hah, had to sneak that in there one more time. Later!

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@MrCarguy2 5 жыл бұрын

16:12 that's the most pleasant shut down animation that I have seen in a car

@perkhere2252 4 жыл бұрын

😌

@TheTopher 5 жыл бұрын

Not mentioned in this review - the ELS 3D surround system (and even the 12 speaker) is unbelievably good. That alone is enough reason to buy an RDX in my opinion lol

@GGori_99 5 жыл бұрын

I totally agree.. that sounds effect was just coming to live.. unbelievable..

@MrCarguy2 5 жыл бұрын

For 45k that seems a bit steep, particularly for a CUV I would rather go for a CRV with a high trim if I really need a crossover with that

@Kindachrome 5 жыл бұрын

I live in Nashville and I have never seen this road lol

@vivryan9886 5 жыл бұрын

16 speakers. I owned one. It really is an amazing car!

@genghisroundstoner1857 5 жыл бұрын

Or maybe you'd go for a Prius V.

@OnlineCitizenTV 5 жыл бұрын

I just love how positively you review, drive and enjoy these cars. Keep the good work up!

@javianjohnson8746 5 жыл бұрын

12:21 that braking tho...

@Akashpagol 3 жыл бұрын

100th !

@firefox39693 5 жыл бұрын

I love your videos. You always push the test cars to their max. No one else does that.

@jacobbrigl5428 5 жыл бұрын

The ELS 16 speaker sound system is a top contender system. 4 speakers lined in the roof of the car give it superb surround sound. Not to me to mention the small sub in the back.

@TheTopher 5 жыл бұрын

It blew me away. I really listened to it a lot the next day after filming this and couldn't believe the quality.

@tek9381 5 жыл бұрын

Jacob Bri

@ShellymanStudios 5 жыл бұрын

I love the look of this car, especially the blue variant.

@BeanieNinjay0 5 жыл бұрын

Gauges remind me of my rsx days.

@DekiaryCarter 3 жыл бұрын

That’s the same thing I said! It looks a like like the RSX Type S gauges. 😎😎

@nmarkert01 3 жыл бұрын

I knew I recognized them but never owned an RSX just a bunch of test drives. Couldn’t place them haha.

@starsaber2002 5 жыл бұрын

Topher the type of guy to back out of a parking stall when it is empty

@omairsh8 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta check that rear camera right 😅

@kristopheraknight 5 жыл бұрын

I love the interior. I may have to test drive one. This would be quite a departure from my 15 Grand Cherokee Altitude

@tr7287 5 жыл бұрын

I think Acura making a strong comeback, straight for Lexus.

@omairsh8 3 жыл бұрын

I would take each of these 3 new Acuras over all their competitors. So glad to see Acura back, they have a different more approachable personality to them that really resonates with me

@drivescene6747 3 жыл бұрын

@@sandiegoavgeek6 exactly, straight for the Germans. Lexus is already at the bottom in terms of performance and technology lol

@drivescene6747 3 жыл бұрын

@@sandiegoavgeek6 yeah it’s pretty pathetic. The ES is the most boring car ever, the IS is from 2006, the LS is not on the same level as the S Class, 7 Series nor the Audi A8. Even their SUVs are outdated, might as well be Toyota plus

@kushaggarwal6970 5 жыл бұрын

Really solid car all around perfect only thing I would love is a fully digital gauge cluster like the new accord

@flippypippy1851 4 жыл бұрын

The accords isn’t fully digital, but it’s not a big deal for me I like the classic analog better anyway

@SoulOfTech 3 жыл бұрын

The new accord actually only half digital the left cluster is analog. Honda just did an awesome job of concealing it.

@omairsh8 3 жыл бұрын

I love the analogue / digital combo in the RDX. Looks really sporty

@normt430 3 жыл бұрын

Why did Consumer Reports drop the recommendation status of the RDX or MDX?

@jameskang2380 5 жыл бұрын

I like it how u review the vehicle in a POV setting

@deu8894 5 жыл бұрын

I love this 2019 RDX A-Spec. Interior is very well sorted out. Lovely steering wheel. This will be fun to commute on daily basis with. Engine sounds smooth though loud (but by no means unpleasant). Nice roads by the way.

@chadhaire1711 5 жыл бұрын

gets 15 mpg in the city

@deu8894 5 жыл бұрын

@@chadhaire1711 not a problem (if that's true). There are certain vehicles that fuel economy shouldn't be a priority of you want them

@chadhaire1711 5 жыл бұрын

if EPA says 21/26 and it gets 15/22 it is a problem. This videos sucks. See my video on this RDX for the real story.

@deu8894 5 жыл бұрын

@@chadhaire1711 share the link to your video so I can view it. The mpg thing though will be a major concern if it's performing way below EPA estimates

@chadhaire1711 5 жыл бұрын

very easy CLICK ON MY NAME

@oodle42 5 жыл бұрын

still love my 1st gen 07. runs great and super fast with just a couple of small mods

@khalilhenderson4082 5 жыл бұрын

Interior is amazing

@marcoandreerobch1656 5 жыл бұрын

Wonderful review

@Lucky8s 5 жыл бұрын

5:55 He got us. It's below the waist boys

@soumaknandi9218 5 жыл бұрын

@Kindachrome 5 жыл бұрын

D A M N.

@bowjengles9171 5 жыл бұрын

Lmaoooo

@JDMHaze 5 жыл бұрын

lmaoooo brrutal lmao

@cameronschindler25 4 жыл бұрын

didn’t get it at first but, GOLDEN!!!!!

@pjp7259 2 жыл бұрын

I love my Aspec, I drive it a 1K per week and I have zero issues with the gauges during the day.

@isackarmandruy.escarcena9849 5 жыл бұрын

the vehicle that I was waiting for, I like the rdx 2019

@user-op5ym6hk4z 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for amazing videos

@regan8372 5 жыл бұрын

That’s the best sounding 4 cylinder I’ve ever heard. It sounds almost like the old V6 at times.

@omairsh8 3 жыл бұрын

Honda /Acura 4 cylinder masterclass baby 😉

@TMM6900 5 жыл бұрын

Can't wait for tlx 2020

@onehmong9368 5 жыл бұрын

I test drove one yesterday and it was nice but sporty. It's loud and noisy. It's for people who love sports cars. I'm a luxury quiet driver so it's not for me. And I have 3 kids so it's the MDX for me. Very nice and beautiful tho

@normt5463 5 жыл бұрын

One Hmong Tire noise is a Honda trait, you know.

@rthomp03 5 жыл бұрын

If you put it in comfort mode, that disables the fake exhaust note through the speakers and then you get a much quieter drive. Not as quiet as the MDX, but I think the tradeoff is worth it for the much better handling and not feeling like a huge SUV.

@tonyaguilar2151 5 жыл бұрын

@@rthomp03 I'm 6' I wonder if my legs would be ok?

@akk800 5 жыл бұрын

One Hmong i test drove one too and bought it right away. I didn’t think that it was that noisy unless in sports mode which is expected. Overall it was a very smooth drive. I understand your choice though with 3 kids RDX is prob too squishy, you def need the mdx 7 seater. Good choice.

@Lucky8s 5 жыл бұрын

Test drove the A Spec today. It was dead silent for me (audio off) and engine was extremely smooth

@todayshike2899 5 жыл бұрын

great vid... 4k and good audio

@JT-th1gs 5 жыл бұрын

Any chance of a night video like you did for the TLX?

@persiashahdi5215 5 жыл бұрын

"You love it or you hate it" -I think it's OK lmao. Great review as always

@howardadamsky2417 5 жыл бұрын

Nice, nice nice review. LOVED it! Thank you.

@chadhaire1711 5 жыл бұрын

it is a fake test--only drove it a few hours and did not tell you the crappy fuel economy of 15 mpg in city.

@XV40_MATEO 5 жыл бұрын

You should test the MDX A-Spec next I love the whole Acura lineup

@colelockridge5816 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah the tlx a spec v6 awd in blue with red exterior is just amazing. Love it to death

@johnfrantz5885 5 жыл бұрын

Saturn 95 is there an A-Spec model of the mdx?

@XV40_MATEO 5 жыл бұрын

@@johnfrantz5885 Yes there is a 2019 Acura MDX A-Spec

@bbbt8090 5 жыл бұрын

Or test the MDX Hybrid

@normt5463 5 жыл бұрын

Car & Driver called the RDX 2.0T a Bspec or Cspec at best.

@sutherland559 5 жыл бұрын

king of the one take.

@Alex-we3fr 5 жыл бұрын

10:05 "the paddle shifters are pretty responsive" *paddle doesnt upshift*

@MrCarguy2 5 жыл бұрын

For a regular 2018 torque converter auto that is pretty responsive, in fact the NSX has the same response

@chrisrobles2012 5 жыл бұрын

That’s why I didn’t buy the TLX A-spec. I couldn’t get over the fact it didn’t shift when i told it to. I drive two BMWs and an older Acura RDX and all of them shift when told. This is something they need to fix if it is still happening.

@JuanCarlosLTO 5 жыл бұрын

Good catch. I test drove it and I really liked the powertrain, fast, light, responsive. Great handling. Didn't get to use to paddles though. I didn't love other aspects of the RDX so I went with something else.

@MrGarfield4 4 жыл бұрын

I had a 2019 RDX Tech for a service loaner recently, and both paddle shifters worked very well. The transmission wasn’t as quick as my dual clutch TLX, but it wasn’t bad, actually quite acceptable.

@Frank7681 4 жыл бұрын

He said 4 second later that the car won’t let him chose the gear he wants unless he’s in manual mode

@jhariette 5 жыл бұрын

Love my acura rdx too!!!

@lic2kil007 5 жыл бұрын

I believe in Comfort the piped in engine noise is suppressed so long drives would be a pleasure.

@dongdonliu1 4 жыл бұрын

Love the interior.

@mrjixk 5 жыл бұрын

I test drove an Advance model and I found the brake pedal to be extreme spongy/squishy, not firm at all as Chris describes. Perhaps it feels better in the A-Spec model?

@tubetop123 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job Acura

@chicagolandbullys5103 3 жыл бұрын

My mom has a 2018 awd mdx, I was doing 124mph in Mexico the other day😉 personally I own a supercharged 2008 bmw m5, but am planning on getting a 2019 mdx as a daily sometime this month

@angusp5515 3 жыл бұрын

tlx v6 is a better choice

@BharathCalgary 5 жыл бұрын

Got a question, those memory buttons there, does it remember and adjust the steering wheel too?

@socalbeauty1516 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds great

@michaelcheng6357 5 жыл бұрын

I see you also did test drive of BMW X3, do you think which one is less noisy in the cabin?

@jayturntv4261 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome interior and exterior ‼️💯👏

@normt5463 5 жыл бұрын

Jahvon Reynolds Except for the glove box panel gap!

@11Hammers 5 жыл бұрын

Too bad you didn’t get an Advance trim with the HUD. Agree the analog gauges are really hard to read.

@webada 5 жыл бұрын

I wished you had tested the comfort mode too. The piped in engine noise is way too loud or Did I miss it?

@egarayua 5 жыл бұрын

My dream SUV. Almost $70K in Puerto Rico. Car tax was 35% like for 30 years, now is only 25% in new cars in Puerto Rico plus shipping

@tonychau1983 5 жыл бұрын

God.dam that's expensive

@HumbleMicheal以仁慈 5 жыл бұрын

Lately i see the same type of line and design of such cabin from different manufacturers...

@LakeNonaSports 5 жыл бұрын

Hard to watch. My dad bought the 2018 model. Should’ve waited. What a shame of what he missed out on. Lol.

@elephantmoney 3 жыл бұрын

Ya we just went to look at a used 2018 and then compared it to this and they are night and day so gonna spend the extra money for the 19

@rarindam 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning road...where is this?

@cameronheim847 5 жыл бұрын

I don’t need it. I don’t need it. I NEEEEDDD ITTTTTTTTTT. But really i’m buying one tomorrow and i haven’t bought a car in 14 years so safe to say i’m really impressed

@hamid.s.zolfagari 5 жыл бұрын

Awsome Dash

@jakefear9838 5 жыл бұрын

Nice car

@lonewolfq50s71 5 жыл бұрын

So what do you do with your right hand when it’s off the wheel?

@9nety1till 3 жыл бұрын

The speed odometer and RPMS reminds me of the Acura RSX

@fernandovargas7562 5 жыл бұрын

It is a very good RDX

@tommy13965 5 жыл бұрын

Why did acura not include a real spare for the rdx aspec but they have it for the tech and advance versions hmmm.

@Ghotra121 5 жыл бұрын

Location of shooting is cool😍

@aviseknaug5875 5 жыл бұрын

It's Natchez Terrace Parkway near Nashville. The place looks awesome during fall!

@DoSum4Me 5 жыл бұрын

It kinda looks like a CX-5 from the side profile... but I guess most vehicles look similar nowadays I'm also happy Acura didn't put dual touch screens in this.

@grifster981234567890 5 жыл бұрын

Funny to hear it sounding like a plain Jane 4 cylinder when it downshifts when you’re not on it

@iaviscorso2566 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job! Please, mpg, max-real-city ??

@sfmman2000 5 жыл бұрын

I would advise testing the RDX in city traffic (or anywhere besides the open road) before deeming the transmission 'smooth.' The 10 speed gets awfully jerky, the the suspension is far too stiff over anything except a perfect road.

@sfmman2000 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, it was the A-Spec without the Advance package. Would be interested to try the adaptive dampers. I also think the low-profile tires contribute to the jarring ride.

@lliliii3053 5 жыл бұрын

Nice car!

@ralph9760 5 жыл бұрын

Where was this video recorded? Thanks.

@808.- 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have a final review of this vehicle?

@TMM6900 5 жыл бұрын

Does this car includes snapdragon 855?

@incyphe 5 жыл бұрын

@3:07 "brushed stainless steel situation?!" tough situation!

@ryanlittleton5615 5 жыл бұрын

Finally, a *mainstream* Acura that doesn't suck.

@user-oz3kt8mw2j 5 жыл бұрын

Can you explain what do you mean by “ funky visibility”

@TheMa5cmpb 5 жыл бұрын

've heard people say that when driving the RDX you can see the hood, so you have to get used to that since the other Acura's you dont see the hood while driving

@XxCremeDeLaCreme 3 жыл бұрын

I love my ‘17 rdx but i don’t love the mpg. Is the newer models noticeably better or not really?

@normt430 3 жыл бұрын

No. See fuelly dot com for 2.0T with similar fuel economy.

@artvandelayimports 5 жыл бұрын

You can immediately see the Android base of the infotainment system when the loading circle comes on the screen lmao. Thats the old Android 2.x era loading circle

@gtaboyo9138 3 жыл бұрын

Good thing my dad have this car its very good

@MiguelSantana-ct7ky 4 жыл бұрын

Wow No heated steering wheel?

@phonoodles7002 5 жыл бұрын

defect： tire noise，winding noise？

@gsheverything_2716 5 жыл бұрын

Super nice

@robertbaker3296 10 ай бұрын

No mention of the sliding arm rest

@paullee9489 5 жыл бұрын

is it normal for the Passenger Airbag Off lights on when no one is sitting there?

@flippypippy1851 4 жыл бұрын

Yes

@shitstain7137 5 жыл бұрын

this is reminisent of my 2004 PuntAlagroda.

@mccraejoey82 5 жыл бұрын

acura for this one right

@subvet3668 5 жыл бұрын

Not much contrast with those gauge dials, looks a lot like the old RSX.

@danielmartins9901 3 жыл бұрын

This video makes you forget it's a whole SUV

@ccvr6 3 жыл бұрын

@TheTopher - this or the Edge ST?

@DudePeace101 4 жыл бұрын

The interior is sooooo sexy. Looks like a supercar

@omairsh8 3 жыл бұрын

Inspired from the NSX, like the new TLX and MDX. Must be even more badass in person

@corrodesthefilm 5 жыл бұрын

If it was your money and it came down to this vs a CX-9 signature what would be your choice and why?

@thomaszindros247 5 жыл бұрын

corrodesthefilm rdx no explanation

@perkhere2252 4 жыл бұрын

Uhm the CX-9 doesn’t come close to this and you could never compare the two

@jasonbrown522 5 жыл бұрын

I hope Honda switches to that style of steering wheel for new Hondas eventually.

@netman88 5 жыл бұрын

Did you feel the turbo lag?

@flippypippy1851 4 жыл бұрын

There literally is like 0.4 seconds of it so like nothing at all

@omairsh8 3 жыл бұрын

@@flippypippy1851 the new 10 speed Acura transmission has gotten a lot of praise as well, so makes it feel fast

@user-oz3kt8mw2j 5 жыл бұрын

What do you mean by “visibility is kind of funky”?

@TheMa5cmpb 5 жыл бұрын

I've heard people say that when driving the RDX you can see the hood, so you have to get used to that since the other Acura's you dont see the hood while driving

@jonathanli2853 5 жыл бұрын

Does Acura put the type R engine into this car? Also is apple CarPlay available tho

@eyeyron5007 5 жыл бұрын

J Li detuned type-r and yes Apple Carplay is standard

@jonathanli2853 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for replying. I am really interested in this car.

@VitalySokorenko 5 жыл бұрын

Nice car☝️👍

@mustasheolll2020 4 жыл бұрын

I fell in love with these. This might be my second car, but I don’t even have my first yet.

@TMM6900 5 жыл бұрын

Futuristic shut off sounds? Yes please

@Chris-kv1xq 5 жыл бұрын

I feel like this car would make me feel like I’m in a spaceship

@remioni4867 3 жыл бұрын

I like this

@kasdf 5 жыл бұрын

4:50 wow that's genius haha

@patara1234 5 жыл бұрын

please do the original version just drive no speak so audience can feel the sound and environment in the cabin during test. thanks

@chadhaire1711 5 жыл бұрын

see my video on you tube----it is better than this

@alexleonard9628 5 жыл бұрын

How can anyone hate the front facia or grill

@77chatham 2 жыл бұрын

My impression is the new RDX is cool but that buzzy 4 cylinder is not what most be looking for in a SUV. I feel like this would be more of a ladies car an I would look at something like a Porsche Macan for around the same price.

@tikijojo 5 жыл бұрын

Wow great review! Love the POV. FWD vs AWD what do you suggest?

@marianamedina1039 5 жыл бұрын

AWD all day long

@flippypippy1851 4 жыл бұрын

Awd especially since it’s sh-awd

@ammomeister 5 жыл бұрын

I did a test drive a month ago and I agree with the hood sight lines kinda weird feeling looking ahead with that massive front hood area....I'm used to seeing hood area sloping down but other than that I'm impress with the new RDX.