Acura RDX
The Acura RDX is a compact luxury crossover SUV produced by Acura, a luxury division of Honda. It was first introduced in 2006 and has since gone through three generations.
| Acura RDX | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Acura (Honda) |
| Production | 2006–present |
| Model years | 2007–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact luxury crossover SUV |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Related | Honda CR-V Honda Civic |
First Generation (2007–2012)
change| First generation | |
|---|---|
 2007 Acura RDX | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | TB1/2 |
| Production | July 2006–2012 |
| Model years | 2007–2012 |
| Assembly | Marysville, Ohio, United States Marysville Auto Plant |
| Designer | Jon Ikeda (2004) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel-drive, all-wheel-drive (SH-AWD) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.3 L K23A1 turbo I4 |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in (2,649 mm) |
| Length | 2007-09: 180.7 in (4,590 mm) 2010-12: 182.5 in (4,636 mm) |
| Width | 73.6 in (1,869 mm) |
| Height | 65.2 in (1,656 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,968 lb (1,800 kg) |
The first generation of the Acura RDX was launched in 2007, using a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produced 240 horsepower. The RDX was available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and featured a five-speed automatic transmission with SportShift capabilities. It was one of the few luxury compact SUVs at the time with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine.
In 2010, the car received a facelift adding a front-wheel drive option and the new "power plenum" grille.
Second Generation (2013–2018)
change| Second generation | |
|---|---|
 2013 Acura RDX | |
| Overview | |
| Model code | TB3/4 |
| Production | March 2012–2018[source?] |
| Model years | 2013–2018 |
| Assembly | East Liberty, Ohio, United States East Liberty Auto Plant |
| Designer | Toshinobu Minami (2010) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.0 L J30Y1 V6 (China Only) 3.5 L J35Z2 V6 |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in (2,685 mm). |
| Length | 183.7 in (4,666 mm) |
| Width | 73 in (1,854 mm) |
| Height | 64.2 in (1,631 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,717 lb (1,686 kg) (FWD) 3,838 lb (1,741 kg) (AWD) |
The second generation of the RDX debuted in 2013 with a significant upgrade to a 3.5-liter V6 engine, replacing the previous turbocharged four-cylinder. This change improved fuel efficiency, with the RDX now achieving an EPA estimate of 20 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. The all-wheel drive system was simplified compared to the previous generation.
This generation also introduced more advanced technology, such as a 5-inch display, keyless entry, and the option of a Technology Package with an upgraded navigation system. In 2016, the RDX received a facelift which included updated exterior features and additional safety technologies such as adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist.
Third Generation (2019–Present)
change| Third generation | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Model code | TC1/2 |
| Production | May 2018[1]–present |
| Model years | 2019–present |
| Assembly | US: East Liberty, Ohio China: Guangzhou (2018-2022) |
| Designer | Randall Smock[2] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front engine, front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive (SH-AWD) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0 L K20C4 (turbo) |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in (2,751 mm) |
| Length | 186.7 in (4,742 mm) |
| Width | 74.8 in (1,900 mm) |
| Height | 65.7 in (1,669 mm) |
| Curb weight | 3,783–3,829 lb (1,716–1,737 kg)(FWD) 4,019–4,068 lb (1,823–1,845 kg)(AWD) |
The third generation of the RDX, launched in 2019, marked a shift towards modern technology with the introduction of a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine producing 272 horsepower. A 10-speed automatic transmission was added, along with the new Touchpad Interface for infotainment control.
This generation also introduced a new version of the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system, which could send up to 70% of power to the rear wheels.
A facelift for the 2022 model included improved sound insulation, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
References
change- ↑ NBC4 Staff (2018-05-15). "Honda starts production of 2019 Acura RDX at East Liberty plant". Nbc4i.com. Retrieved 2018-08-30.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ↑ Schweinsberg, Christie (31 May 2018). "Acura Sets Sights on Europeans With New RDX". Wards Auto. Retrieved 3 February 2019.