I have a 2018 X3 and the infotainment and digital dash are always glitching Many electrical issues Im looking at the RDX next I was expecting more from a $55K suv

I traded in my 2016 BMW X5 40edrive for a 2020 Acura RDX. Why? Because in the last 3 years, this BMWx5 cost almost 5 thousand dollars every single year to repair, luckily it was under warranty.

A google user oofff that’s rough

bmw's will always be unreliable but the trade is 50/50 weight distribution, great gas mileage for the 4 cylinders, and status. Also their infotainment systems are sooo much easier to use than lexus, acura, and mercedes. Also, look at the reviews for the 2019 rdx on edmunds. They're abysmal.

Absolutely agree, the touchpad is so easy to use.

Do you still like your rdx? I’m possibly buying a 2020 on Monday.

@@gregkeener911 Traded it in on a 2022 Cadillac XT5.

does it have android auto? can you activate Google assistant from a physical button on the steering wheel?

@@aibarra11 no Android Auto. Even Toyota gets AA today.

I totally agree with you. I also have had my 2019 RDX since late May and I LOVE this car. The new info system is easy to learn (yeah, no more messy finger prints on the touch screen like my 2016 TLX) and I also LOVE the push-button gears.

No heated steering wheel and no 360 camera in the A-Spec is heartbreaking for me!

There’s a big difference between testing and owning a vehicle. Acura has offered infotainment that requires a learning curve and results in reviews of disapproval. Take it with a grain of salt. Their cars/suvs are a delight to own and infotainment quickly becomes a non-issue.

Badge is to big for my taste but they all drive really great. I drove a TXL base wow so impressed. I have a 2019 RDX Apec.

@@midiman5045 Reliability has been going downhill. Owned many Acuras since 2006, but wont buy another one.

@@raknoknak I had a 90 L Legend. It was a great car very reliable. I think all cars are in that league now. Look at all the recalls across all the brands. It's quite disturbing for me to see that..

You probably dont give a shit but if you're stoned like me during the covid times then you can stream all the latest series on instaflixxer. Have been watching with my girlfriend for the last couple of months :)

@Jeremiah Deangelo yup, I've been using instaflixxer for years myself =)

Agree

He prolly had 15 minutes to review and make assessments.

I rather reach my hand far to be honest

Guess....what cellphone do you use? Don’t tell me Nokia...🤘

@@edwinli4697 iphone?? Im entitled to my opinion

I agree 100 %. A nice clean screen is great. And the TouchPad is very easy to get used to.

Lando CalrisiaN it does look good but when Acura does it people like to hate. Mercedes who’s emblem is bigger no one seems to notice.

@@AFCompany I think people are still adjusting.

i think its too big also..

It's way too big and sticks out too far. One of the only mistakes they made on the exterior.

ZDriver1996 That emblem has a radar in it thats why

Have you had any break squeaking issues? I purchased mine in August and have been having break squeaking issues since October. Took it in twice to the dealer, they confirmed the issue but was not able to fix it. Said they know of the issue and there is no fix until Acura decides to do something. Aggravating.

I haven’t had issues with my brakes squeaking. I had a Volvo XC90 before we bought the RDX. The brakes started squeaking on it so I took it in to our Volvo certified mechanic. He said I needed to get a hose that has a lot of pressure on it and wash the dust away from my brakes. He said the dust causes brakes to start squeaking. I would try that. It may not work but it just might.

@@ellamarie9709 Thanks for the reply. I think this break issue happens during colder weather only, i had no issues until it got colder in the midwest. By chance, are you in warmer or colder region? Just trying to narrow down the issue and see.

Maya V I live in Southeast Alabama. Our high today was 74. It does get cold here, it just doesn’t stay cold. In other words, today the high is 74, tomorrow the high will be 54.

Had my 2019 RDX since end of March and agree with you.......amazing car!!

Amazing car and fun to drive and fast too

AA?

Android auto. It is now avalible

What about the fact the X3 is a better car in almost every other way, including infotainment? Yes, it’s more expensive, but you get what you pay for!!

@@rival121 Agree to disagree, I have two family members, 1 with X5(17') and another with X3(15'). X5 leased, X3 bought. X5 can't wait for end of lease. X3 is banging her head against the wall (warranty is out, she's having nightmares). Another family member GLS (18'), first week cupholder cooler/heater went (he had a 13' GL 350 Diesel prior @ ~$100000CAD-ish? Sold it for 14k CAD, needed a new transmission, 13-18 = 5 years. Now if you mean great looks, luxury, badge and driving dynamics are traits of "better" but fuck quality, then yeah. Personally I'll stick to my 17' MDX Elite and my wife to her RX.

@Reno2324 Overall owner satisfaction of both the X3 and X5 are better than both the RX and especially the (dated) MDX. MDX reliability, and Acura all around has been a disappointment in recent years since they have been trying to play catch up in the infotainment and transmission arenas. RX is just a sleepy and unremarkable bore fest. Zzzzzz....

and for the famous BMW reliability :)

wow did you hear about MDX transmission issues from last 7 years? Acura/Honda is not that reliable either with transmissions.

Are you sure that it's BMW and not Infiniti?

stuff that he is saying is true. We have a brand new one an although it is great vehicle I think the infotainment needs some fixing.

The X3 is horrid looking, boring interior, and way overpriced.

right now i looking at either x5 or rdx, currently have the lexus 200nx. i had a x5 5 years ago and it gave me problems a few times. rdx in blue really stands out

@@be4unvme Test drive the RDX. You will like it. I have the A-Spec version in blue with red leather. Love the ride. Also, if you want a bit more power, wait for the Type S version of the RDX. Will be a crazy SUV. Probably latest by 2022 but it could be next year. Not too sure on the release date.

@@cmd_76 x3 m40i over rdx any day. Nothing beats inline 6 and the infotainment system is way better in X3.

@@silentstormstudios come on man we just got a RDX and the x3 would've been our other pick. Acura's we have found have a number of recall's and issues but we are leasing so if we have a problem it should be resolved. BMW's have some great reliability though that's why I'm hoping to get a used one for my first car. And the prices aren't that much more than this car so don't be hard on it for that.

Charles McKey I agree. I get in the car, Fire it up, and immediately hit the auto shut off button. Wish there was a way to permanently turn it off

Matthew Markman, I hope you got winter tires before playing in the snow! They make a much bigger difference in staying out of the ditches than any kind of AWD. But having both is the way to go.

But Acura’s new True Touchpad interface, which serves as the primary control for the infotainment console, drew some fire. “After meandering into a desolate area out of range of any cell service, I tried searching for a ramen place nearby,” daily news editor Conner Golden said. “Five minutes later, I couldn’t make sense of the trackpad-based system, which was overly sensitive and then immediately unresponsive. I gave up and drove toward town until I regained service.” Automobilemag

@@normt5463 wow! You are so pathetic. 😯

@@normt5463 Repeat after me... "Buick is garbage!"

@@moe418 must be some good garbage too! "Buick Enclave sales(2019 Q1 & Q2) place the large three-row crossover in first place in its competitive set in terms of overall sales volume, ahead of the Infiniti QX60 in second, Acura MDX in third, Audi Q7 in fourth (see Audi Q7 sales), and Volvo XC90 in fourth..."

@@moe418 what does Honda+ have in store for the future? "...Buick is working on a major crossover offensive that involves introducing five new crossover models by the year 2020. Some of these new Buick crossovers will be next-generation iterations of current models, while others will be all-new entries...." gmauthority

● The system is confusing to use even when the RDX is parked, and it’s very distracting for drivers when the car is moving. For example, they’re forced to look at the screen to execute common audio tasks, and some adjustments are buried deep in submenus. We think it requires too much concentration, multiple steps and extended time with eyes off the road and hand off the wheel. It’s one of the worst systems that we’ve encountered recently. ●Braking performance is strong but the brake pedal has a spongy feel. The suspension quashes most bumps, but we found the ride to be rather firm and choppy. The cabin is quiet, barring a somewhat grainy engine noise. ●We got 22 mpg overall in our tests, which is average for the category, and no better than what we measured with the V6 in the previous-generation RDX. This figure also trails the performance from competitors’ small turbo engines, such as Audi, BMW, and Lexus. ●posting 52 mph through the course. Acura makes a big deal about its Super Handling AWD, which only comes into play when drivers accelerate through a corner. ●Most bumps are absorbed well, but the RDX has a jittery feel over rougher roads and on long drives. ●Most of the time the cabin is very quiet, but a coarse engine hum punches through under acceleration. It’s acceptable when driving aggressively, but annoying in everyday driving ●The brake pedal feels as if it isn’t responding at first, and it requires a bit of effort, which can make the driver feel less-than-confident. ●Although it’s nicely finished, the materials and build quality don’t quite match the best SUVs in this class. For example, the storage cubbies aren’t lined, there were some uneven panel gaps on the center console, and one of the dash vents didn’t move as freely as the others. Finally, there are plenty of soft-touch surfaces throughout the cabin, but the material on the upper dash and window sill is quite thin. ●The RDX’s controls are among the worst we’ve experienced. There is a steep learning curve to use the infotainment system, but it is still distracting and confusing to execute common audio functions even after drivers have some familiarity. The system is slow to load after the initial start up.

The point is, if you have to spend "a week or so" with it, then it's not intuitive. Did it take you a week to figure out where the mirror adjustments are? How to start it? How to turn on the radio?

And lit up, to boot!

Wil W The Mercedes logos get bigger every year!

Would you recommend it over the mdx?

But which has better NVH?

I'm thinking of buying the Aspec - what was your MPG and is it 2WD or 4WD?

Been tempted to put 89 since is pricey on 91 here in California. Haven’t passed 21 mpg yet. Love the RDX Advance though.

@@jordycaicedo3700 Always run 91 or 93, these turbo 2.0L will get worse MPG and lower performance. Running non 91 or higher can cause damage if done long term

I ran “cheap” gas in my RDX because the salesperson said it was fine but still heard engine knock when accelerating to highway speed. For the well being of your engine please don’t use cheap gas.

@@battery_wattage RDX can run great even on 87 octane gasoline (at least my 2013 V6 does) without engine knock or loss of performance, so if you have money to throw in the wind, go ahead and buy the more expensive premium gasoline.

@@jordycaicedo3700 Don't know about the 4 cylinder-turbo, but my V6 run great even on 87 octane. Never experienced any engine knocking or loss of performance.

wtf you're just getting upset because you own one now and regretting your decision lol, for potential buyers it certainly sticks out like a sore thumb

What exactly do you think a review is for? Getting in, saying everything is good, and getting out? Or for pointing out potential issues and comparing it to similar vehicles.

It’s the best car in its class period

I have a 2020 RDX Advance, we just completed a 2500 mile round trip and the car is amazing. Good power for hills and passing, handles great, smooth, and quite. What more could you want. Highly recommend. It don't come with remote however. Well it does but you have to have the 20 bucks per month Acura app to use it. I told the dealership that was BS for a vehicle that cost close to 50K. They agreed to include remote start for free.

touch screens are awesome , so much more convenient to use

I wish this had accord infotainment system

I really like this color combo but worried about people thinking it would look hideous. But I like it. Some ppl say it reminds them of Superman. I’m looking to get one in that color though.

@@CarlaWalters superman...WONDERWOMAN😉 whatever you wanna make of it...gal🎊

It's too big

@@swanblake for who? For you too?

Blake Swan oh really? How do you feel about Mercedes emblem?

The logo isn't the right size. It's the right size to you. See how that works?

...And real mpg??

Daniel Hernandez thank you!

Probably too late to be helpful but you can use regular gas

Apaolo we have a baby on the way and that’s why we’re considering the Rdx a spec too (probably a 2019 to save a little money). I currently drive a 2007 TL Type S. Anything else about the car that you don’t like? Thanks in advance and congrats on the baby 👍🏻

@@Pandoraaaa408 grats on your baby as well! The only complaints I have besides the lack of power is my navigation barely works. The car has no idea where it is haha. I live in Massachusetts and the car thinks it's in California for some reason. Not sure if it just needs a software update or what but I haven't had a chance to bring it to the dealer. Also, the car is limited to 110 mph which is strange to me. If you like going fast once and awhile this isn't the best SUV to buy but it's perfect otherwise.

dreamfusion2 , please****, max. mpg- city. No paper.

Can easily be a deal breaker for me. I like tactile knobs, etc for instinctive functionality.

IT'S NOT

@@adrianwalan1131 show me please.

I have an rdx

@@adrianwalan1131 I'm waiting for you to show me. Anyhow since you have an RDX with a touch screen, I bet you I can turn on my radio, go to a preset station, adjust the volume, adjust my climate control faster than you can tap through menu screens all while barely looking at the buttons/knobs I'm reaching for while keeping my eyes on the road.

It take just a little to get use to , but I now prefer it over shifting. It’s a cool feature. Putting it into drive is straight forward and the easiest to do for it’s the button you see . Reverse is the trickiest because it’s operated differently than drive because it’s kind of hidden, but still just a push of a button

@@jeffvaughn3465 I agree with Jeff and have no problem with my having to "pull" the R button backwards. Keeps drivers from simply going into R accidentally in my opinion.

I have a 2020 RDX and wasn’t excited about the push button shifting. I have zero issues with it. It took me no time at all to get used to it.

@@ellamarie9709 that's the one thing I don't like about this RDX. Not a fan of push-button shifter either. In fact....I leased the 4 cylinder TLX rather than the 6 because of it. However.....I REALLY LIKE THIS SUV!....which means it will most likely end up in my driveway in the very near future!😉

Intuitive? I think that statement is a bit of a stretch...

● The system is confusing to use even when the RDX is parked, and it’s very distracting for drivers when the car is moving. For example, they’re forced to look at the screen to execute common audio tasks, and some adjustments are buried deep in submenus. We think it requires too much concentration, multiple steps and extended time with eyes off the road and hand off the wheel. It’s one of the worst systems that we’ve encountered recently. ●Braking performance is strong but the brake pedal has a spongy feel. The suspension quashes most bumps, but we found the ride to be rather firm and choppy. The cabin is quiet, barring a somewhat grainy engine noise. ●We got 22 mpg overall in our tests, which is average for the category, and no better than what we measured with the V6 in the previous-generation RDX. This figure also trails the performance from competitors’ small turbo engines, such as Audi, BMW, and Lexus. ●posting 52 mph through the course. Acura makes a big deal about its Super Handling AWD, which only comes into play when drivers accelerate through a corner. ●Most bumps are absorbed well, but the RDX has a jittery feel over rougher roads and on long drives. ●Most of the time the cabin is very quiet, but a coarse engine hum punches through under acceleration. It’s acceptable when driving aggressively, but annoying in everyday driving ●The brake pedal feels as if it isn’t responding at first, and it requires a bit of effort, which can make the driver feel less-than-confident. ●Although it’s nicely finished, the materials and build quality don’t quite match the best SUVs in this class. For example, the storage cubbies aren’t lined, there were some uneven panel gaps on the center console, and one of the dash vents didn’t move as freely as the others. Finally, there are plenty of soft-touch surfaces throughout the cabin, but the material on the upper dash and window sill is quite thin. ●The RDX’s controls are among the worst we’ve experienced. There is a steep learning curve to use the infotainment system, but it is still distracting and confusing to execute common audio functions even after drivers have some familiarity. The system is slow to load after the initial start up.

Norm T I couldn’t disagree with you more concerning the infotainment system. It literally took me no time at all to become accustomed to my 2020 RDX infotainment system. I believe the reviewers who give the new infotainment system bad reviews are really stating their preference or unwillingness to learn a new way to operate an advanced and safer infotainment system. It reminds me of the old saying, “it’s hard to teach an old dog new tricks.” I can’t help but have that opinion because of the ease of operating this new system. I find it humorous actually.

@Ella Marie it’s panned universally, sorry but you are WRONG!!

@@ellamarie9709 maybe Consumer Reports thinks it a distraction during driving.