Excellent review, well done. I ordered an A Spec in Oct and am waiting for delivery. Your comments pretty much summed up what I thought of this vehicle. Cross shopped an X3 but felt that this was a better all around buy.

Just found your channel. I watch a lot of car review videos and yours is one of the best Good job, keep em coming.

Mercedes and specially BMW are big money 💰 pits get acura if you want your fun and car last longer.

The base RDX has CarPlay too, standard on all models. I am in sales from Acura

Great review. I leased an ASpec in white last week and loving the decision. Best car I've had to date. Quick, comfortable, practical and looks gorgeous. The 20" blacked out wheels and blacked out trim look amazing on the white. I want Android Auto, and I'd have liked the HUD and dampers from the Advance, but overall I'm thrilled. Minor addition: There are more cubbies under the trunk floor if you lift it up fully.

This is now on the list, thanks for great insight!

Great review! Really love the A-spec in red with black wheels and blackout trim. That’s one sexy SUV! 👍👍

Great review! I just subscribed and thumbed up. I own a 2016 RDX Advance and love it. This new RDX seems really awesome and must check it out in real life soon.

Really impressed with the review quality great job man

This just convinced me that the ACURA RDX ASPEC is going to be my next vehicle. Coming from a full size luxury sedan 2016 Chrysler 300, I've been looking for a sporty compact luxury SUV. I love the styling looks of the new 2019 RDX the aggressive front end design and sharp lines.. i'm in love ! Job well done on this video review you touched on all the points i had questions about .. such as the new infotainment system not being touchscreen and using the touch pad. This review made me feel confident about that new system, as i'm used to a touch screen display. I will be checking this car out at the upcoming 2019 NAIAS in Detroit .. I'm excited to lease one later in the 2019 Year

Very helpful review. Especially for the infotainment system workings

Can you do a snow review with the RDX awd like you did for the Subaru Forrester?

I purchase my RDX in December it is a beautiful car inside and out. I love the entertainment system the sun roof is awesome. The comfort and handling of the vehicle. It drives smooth. Style is sporty. I have no regrets and I hope I will not have any for the duration of my TDX. Love it

I'm definitely going with this over the BMW X3. So much more value for your money on this vehicle plus you got Honda reliability! $45k fully loaded, I'm down!

Well done review. 100% correct, for I'm on my second Acura and my hesitation with making this my third, is I want the design features of the A-Spec package, but the upgrades of the Advance as well. I think by not making the combination of the two available, Acura has done a disservice to themselves and their customer base.

As an owner of a 2011 RDX, it's kind of ironic how the generation RDX I have was ahead of the game. I have a 4-Cylinder SH-AWD on mine, and when they took it away in 2013, it was disappointing. The RDX between 2013-2018 was truthfully boring. It looked okay, but didn't have anything to special. I was so excited to see this for Acura. Next is the Type S.

Great review, but one thing I don’t understand is the purple turbo gauge meter? What is that suppose to represent turbo spool?

acura got this one right🔥🔥

Great review. I'm looking to buy a used one here this year.

Love this SUV!! So much fun driving it!!!

I just bought the Advance and have one question. How can you adjust the zoom level in the navigation screen? It always reverts back to 500 ft.

See!! This is the reason why Subaru HAS to bring back the XT(Turbo, for all whom do not know about the brand and/or trim levels). But back to this video/vehicle, it is definitely beautiful and luxurious, not to mention sporty yet trendy. Good Job Acura!!!

Acuright for life!! I prefer the blue..😎👍

This is exactly how I'd Spec mine if I were to buy a RDX. A Spec in that stunning red, with the black interior

A drag race between the Edge ST and this A Spec would be epic!

Great informative video. I live in AZ and have owned sport coupes, sedans (Mistang GT, IS 350, 328i) and a '17 Forester. Currently I have a '18 Subaru WRX. I am considering again a Forester, Outback XT Onyx or this RDX A-spec. For a daily driver with a Belgian Malinois ( I'm a veterinarian) going to work, getting me camping/hiking/ski/ off-road areas with wife & son, long term reliability, good mileage, practicality which vehicle would you choose.?

I have an RDX 2015. I love it but I'm considering buying the new model for the Tech upgrade. Only thing I'm not sure of is going to the turbo4 from the six cylinder. I love that engine! What are your thoughts?

I love the new rdx

The 2008 RDX has a boost gauge but rarely looked at it. This one in the 2019 RDX is kind of weird like people mentioned in the comments. Red for in boost and purple/blue for vacuum .

I can't stop looking at this car

Im waiting for the type S version

What kind of Black are the wheels? Satin black? Gunmetal black? Obsidian black? Shadow black?

Can you take this vehicle to the offroad trails that you do nowadays?

Any thoughts on advance over A-spec model? Is it worth the extra $$? Specially now on the 2022 mode? I am considering a 2020 advance as i want to trade my 2011 mdx.

I'm in, for the fully loaded one. Thanks for the great review.

Great review Ryan! I wish you'd taken it off road. Do you think the RDX would do as well as the Honda Passport on the same trail and the incline that you tested the Passport? If we put a decent set of higher profile AT tires on the RDX, would you think that it becomes a bonafide off-road crossover? Thanks for the great reviews.

How is the touchpad one to one if it’s not even the same shape as the screen

Acura did such a great job with the new RDX! I agree that the lack of a 360 camera system is ridiculous. The least they could’ve done was make it a separate option.

Superb SUV. I have more then a year with a 2019 FWD Tech. Trim. Best buy. The interior is functional, modern, sporty, and lux. The power delivery is beyond proper. The drive is responsive and semi firm; proper for all road conditions and especially for highway fun. Acura delivered a suv with all the right stuff. A test drive is mandatory if you are in the market for a SUV.

Would you still call this a compact crossover or is it really a mid-size like Acura claims?

Fantastic car. Too bad it's not sold in Europe.

I wish you will talk more about the self driving mode and if it’s good or not

I don’t like Honda (and I have one) but this RDX is the best looking daily driver vehicle they have. I admit it looks pretty good and stands out more than other comparable cars like BMW and Benz, etc.

Why don't you use a decibel meter to check the road noise on all your videos?

This is beautiful, I can see traces of the newer accord in the rear or is just me ?

Great review, though the advance trim is only $1,900 more than the a spec.

The top of the line rdx has special glass to cut sound down. There is a difference between the a spec and that model... also you didnt mention the incredible sound system.

Hi, I would get a Honda CR-V over this no power folding mirrors, no automatic steering adjustment button, no ambient lights cummon until they are fully luxurious I'm not getting this! Even the CR-V has more interior space cummon Honda!! The **interior climate control** is also on the infotainment system for all honda vehicles,unlike Acura. What do u think? Plz answer

"maneuver the Nimitz"....That was funny! This is a really nice car. Good all around package. Not sure yet if I could get over the learning curve of the touchpad 1 to 1 interface with no option for touchscreen. What do you think about the RDX with the SH-AWD and Techology Package MSRP $42600 vs the Audi Q5 Premium MSRP $42950 as per both their websites? Both are around the same price. Both have AWD. Both have turbo 4's. Same 4 year warranty. Tough call.

I was wondering if the new Honda Passport is base on the same chassis

Couple other things the review forgot to mention. Regarding the features: RXD has best Jewel LED Headlamps ever. Also superior ELS Sound system. SH-AWD is best in the world, you will not get stock anywhere with it. Turbo engine is not over-engineered but straight forward and on classy side mechanically. Overall very nice, sporty and fun to drive SUV that packs nice tech and is very spacious. PS/ Get an Aspec - it will not only look best but also retain most resale value.

between the advance and a-spec, what should I buy? Thank you.

I have a question for the owners and those who currently leased this vehicle: i kept reading in the reviews in kbb and edmunds that this car lurches and jerks when it it either shifting gears by skipping gears or as it transfers power from fwd to awd then left to right. I hated that in other cars because it made the front transfer case or the transmission fail in less than 60k miles. Can you folks share your experiences?

The 2019/20 RDX is beautiful, but the one thing stopping me from getting it in 2 months when my current lease is up is the fact that I cant get the surround view camera with the Aspec pkg, even if I'm willing to pay the 5 grand more to get all the packages! Like you said in the video, it's a careless and stupid omission.

The RDX looks great and sounds okay

What's wrong with their engine? Why a 2L 270HP 4-pot ends up having same MPG as X3's 3L inline 6 with 355HP?

How this compare to Mazda CX-5 Signature 2.5T?

Finally, a mainstream Acura that doesn't suck!!!!

I wish it have Android Auto with google map

Oh and the advance pkg is about $2000 more then the A-Spec

its a freak en 4 banger

Love everything about this car except the interior.

Better vehicle eDge st or rdx??

It looks stunning. But the fuel consumption is bit on the highside.. You wont get that selling in Europe unless they reduce it to around 30 mpg (combined). Oh and Europeans are more brand conscious..

Wish the roof wasn't standard too much weight.

I Really like the RDX but the Fuel economy is just ok comparing to Subaru and RAV4 and CR-V

Off Road? Was hoping you'd bring it to your off road locations like you do for your other AWD reviews??

why can't MDX put the infotainment like this in >_

Fuarkkk I want one

I think the engine is borrowed from the civic type R

I test drove a 2019 and bought a 2018. My 2018 is quieter and the trans was more responsive. Also, I love the V-6. I couldn't figure out why any one wanted black trim all over the car.

Why does everyone hate the Lexus system? Once you get used to it it's very intuitive to use. Acura's system on the other hand still requires hand/eye coordination. Even though it's true touch, you still have to look down at the touchpad to correctly select the icons in the middle. No, it's not "light years" better than the Lexus system.

Shame about the poor towing capacity

Wow this car just makes BMWs X3 seem like a ripoff

Gorgeous looks, features and options. However, its my personal belief that it could use a big power boost in terms of a turbo V6. That acceleration to 60mph made me yawn. :(

wtf is that ticking sound in the background?

Personally I have no kids and I’m divorced therefore I don’t want 3 row Midsize 2 row CUV. I had lease 3 straight Lexus RX and it was great. However I didn’t release the Lexus because there mouse sucks. I test drove other CUV 2 rows and I test drove many competitors. I drive mostly on highway and I rather have a V6 over turbo 4. On the highway I discovered the V6 is smoother and it burn similar to turbo 4 or even better. I decided to get Nissan Murano fully loaded. I love that Nissan V6 over any turbo 4 including the X3, Q5 Volvo XC60.

Still no Android Auto...

While it looks like fun I suspect just about no one buying this car is going to use the steering wheel shifting paddles and will likely never use sport plus plus. I would ditch that stuff (as well as the worse than useless moonroof) to get the dampers and more sound insulation.

When they watch u deteriorate

Idk if it’s just me but 21 mpg doesn’t sound too good on top of needing premium 🤷🏻‍♀️ ...still absolutely love this though

1:08 yeah right! LOL!

Some details provided in the video are not accurate but I'm sure others picked up on that. Like overall cargo volume is no where near 77 usable cubic feet! Acura also notes almost 80 cubic feet. *Max cargo capacity behind front seats. Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard, plus floor space between first and second seats and front seats moved forward. This figure compares more accurately with most competitive measurements. It's really around 59 usable cubic feet with the seats folded down. Also, there is no seat bolster adjustments on the A-Spec, only on the Advanced. Finally, that "exhaust note" that you are hearing is electronic through the stereo. Oh yea, what about that stereo! There is no mention of the quality, 14 speakers, wattage etc. It's probably one of the best features on the car, IMO. Overall, it's a decent review, still a bit late compared to many others that have been out for months.

I have driven 2018 X3 and the 2018 RDX, the X3 to me feel and look better but I like both of them, I will choose the X3 over the RDX

Nice but underpowered at 272hp imo

HE WENT OVER 55

Aspec..Car & Driver called more Bspec or Cspec.

279? Now 270 suck....

I don’t know why people keep reviewing the navigation inside cars. 99% of people use their smart phone for navigation. No one in the past four years or more uses their in car navigation system.

An 8-speed and a touch-screen infotainment away from perfection. Wayy too many gears; the infotainment will be a deal-breaker for many.

The only down side to this car is the large wheels. Wished it had 17 inch wheels with fat tires

This toy not cheap over 40k

Buyer beware. JULY 11, 2019 - An Acura RDX infotainment lawsuit alleges the systems suffer from problems with the radios, backup cameras and the audio and navigation systems. The 2019-2020 RDX SUVs are allegedly a danger to drive because of the distractions caused by the infotainment problems. According to the plaintiffs named in the lawsuit, the infotainment systems were a big reason they purchased the RDX vehicles, and now they wish they wouldn't have purchased the SUVs. One plaintiff claims the RDX infotainment system started causing him problems within days of buying the vehicle. The system allegedly would take up to a minute for the audio to start playing, so he called the dealership and was told everything was normal. The plaintiff also claims voice commands are frequently unavailable and the infotainment system freezes and shuts off while he is driving. According to the plaintiff, the promise of Android Auto was important to him but it's been 10 months since he purchased the RDX and still no software update has been released containing Android Auto. The lawsuit says Acura's previous dual-screen infotainment system was a combination of direct touch, buttons and a dial. But when the third generation Acura RDX was released in 2018, it was equipped with a new single high definition 10.2-inch display controlled by a touchpad. According to the proposed class action lawsuit, Acura knew the systems were defective before any of the RDX SUVs were sold. In addition, the plaintiffs say since the vehicles were sold, drivers have constantly complained about the problems. "This has happened to me multiple times (10 or more). I'm happily cruising along with my CarPlay running waze, Pandora and my radio will just stop working and the display stops showing CarPlay information. Another variation is I'm on the phone connected to CarPlay and I can place and receive calls but half the time no one can hear me speak (I can hear them)." "My vehicle is hardly 6 months old and the infotainment stop working 3 times with 6000+ miles. The dealer mechanic doesn't bother bring the vehicle into the shop, they come out, disconnect the battery for a minute or two then reconnect the battery and the system is back on. Next time that happens, I would ask the service manager to document it." Infotainment systems are known as severe distractions to drivers even when the systems work as intended, but the RDX lawsuit alleges a system that continually malfunctions takes the distractions to a whole new level. Acura has allegedly failed to inform the public about the alleged infotainment systems problems and continues to manufacture, market and sell the SUVs with the defective systems. Furthermore, Honda/Acura has allegedly been unable to find solutions to fix the infotainment systems and dealerships typically tell customers to wait for software updates. In some cases, technicians will replace allegedly defective parts with the same defective parts which leaves drivers in an endless cycle of problems and repairs. According to the lawsuit, Honda and Acura dealers routinely tell RDX customers to refrain from bringing the SUVs to the dealerships because there is no way to repair the infotainment systems. The proposed nationwide class action lawsuit alleges at least 100,000 model year 2019-2020 Acura RDX SUVs are affected by the infotainment systems. The Acura RDX infotainment lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, Western Division - Banh, et al., v. American Honda Motor Co. The plaintiffs are represented by Hagens Berman, Goldenberg Schneider, and Niekamp, Weisensell, Mutersbaugh & Mastrantonio. CarComplaints.com has owner-reported complaints about Acura RDX SUVs and many other Acura vehicles.

Interior is a Ford Focus. Give me button controls and a shifter.

Electrically adjustable not electronically adjustable

Tank is empty! 😂

Electrically not electronically, seats

You’re dead wrong claiming that Kia and Hyundai crossovers are “way louder.” If you look at objective noise measurements Acura and Honda tend to be dead last in a given vehicle category. The Koreans generally make impressively quiet vehicles. You’re degrading your own credibility claiming otherwise.

How is this a mid-level trim? It's a $7k+ pkg (2 pkgs) on top of a base RDX. SH-AWD is over rated. Show me on a wet/dry road/track w/the same tires as a FWD version what the real world advantages are over the FWD. Brochures/engineers can say a lot of things, but I'm not buying the shawd kool-aid. I looks the best but, overhyped in my opinion.

You can get a X3 for $38K. Much better driver's car and is not a Honda+.