Does the Acura RDX require premium fuel?

Yes, the Acura RDX needs premium gas, which is also known as high octane fuel—this usually costs more than standard gas.

Can the Acura RDX use regular gas?

No, you can't fill the Acura RDX with regular gas. If you do, you risk damaging the engine beyond repair.

What does RDX stand for in Acura?

Acura uses abbreviations to distinguish their different models of cars. In this case, RDX refers to the standard-level crossover vehicle.

Where is the Acura RDX built?

The 2019 model was both designed and developed in the United States. The car is mainly manufactured in Ohio, USA.

What is the difference between Acura MDX and RDX?

They're both compact SUVs. However, the Acura RDX is priced lower, has faster acceleration and is known to be more comfortable, partly due to its quality interior features as standard. But the MDX has a better safety rating.

Acura RDX | Review the Specs, Features and Pros & Cons

Overview of the Acura RDX

Learn about the Acura RDX

Acura RDX Summary

The Acura RDX is a feature-packed luxury SUV. Leaning more towards luxury than SUV, it has a very comfortable interior, sporty handling and solid performance, at the expense of towing capacity and off-road capabilities. With three revisions under its belt, the Acura RDX has grown into its own, and models from 2013 and on are consistently praised by reviewers.

That being said, models from 2009 to 2012 are known to have some issues, notably sub-par interior finishes and lower-than-average fuel economy. However, the driving experience has always been received well with the sporty handling cited as exceptionally enjoyable.

Acura RDX Safety

The Acura RDX has a variety of standard safety features across all model years, such as:

Four-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS), which reduces the chances of skidding when braking suddenly (all models)
Rear-view camera to help you see more when reversing (from 2012)
Brake assist to help the car stop faster during emergency stops (from 2008)
Child safety locks so that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside (from 2008)
Overhead, front and side-impact airbags (from 2007)

Acura RDX Technology

The Acura RDX is no slouch when it comes to tech either. There is plenty on offer, including:

Bluetooth for connecting your smartphone and taking calls hands-free, standard in all models from 2008 and later
Remote keyless entry, standard in all models
Dual-zone climate control, standard in all models
A USB port so that you can charge mobile devices, standard in all models from 2015 and newer
4G internet connection to keep you connected on the go, available in the 2019 model

Acura RDX Space

Most models of the car are praised for their interior space, but the amount of cargo space is only average. However, the cargo space has been upgraded in the 2019 model, now 835 L instead of the 739 L of the 2018 model.

If you're planning a camping trip or have a lot of cargo to move, you should be aware of the Acura RDX’s lower-than-average towing capacity. If towing is something you think you'll be doing often, you might be interested in outfitting your Acura RDX with these available accessories:

• A trailer hitch
• Brake controllers to engage the trailer's breaking system

Pros and cons of the Acura RDX

Long list of standard high-tech features
Spacious cabin
Powerful 2.0L turbo engine

Tech interface can be distracting to use
Only one engine choice
Accessories available only in packages

This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.

Safety ratings of the Acura RDX

Safety ratings provided by NHTSA

Number of airbags8

Specifications of the Acura RDX

Key specifications available across all trim levels

Seats5
Doors5
Fuel typeGas
TransmissionAutomatic
City consumption11 - 11.3 L/100km
Highway consumption8.6 - 9.1 L/100km
Width-
Length4744 mm
Trunk space881 L
Cargo space2260 L

Exact values depend on trim and engine choice.

Trims available with the Acura RDX

What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the Acura RDX 2021 - 2021 is available in 6 trims:

Basic trim features and specs

Technology Package trim features and specs

Available with the Technology Package trim:

Overtaking sensors
Rain sensor

Available across all trims:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake assist system
Collision warning system
Collision warning system with automatic braking
Dimming interior mirror
Disc brakes
Dusk sensor
Electronic traction control
Four-wheel drive
Front-driver airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Knee airbag
Lane departure warning
Side airbag
Side curtain airbag
Stability control
Tire pressure indicator

Elite Package trim features and specs

Available with the Elite Package trim:

2 climate zones
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel

Available across all trims:

Air conditioning (automatic)
Center arm rest between front seats
Driver seat has lumbar support
Electric windows
Electrically adjustable front seats
Emergency wheel
Heated front seats
ISOFIX installation points
Leather steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
Paddle shifters
Power steering

Available with the Elite Package trim:

Overtaking sensors
Rain sensor

Available across all trims:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake assist system
Collision warning system
Collision warning system with automatic braking
Dimming interior mirror
Disc brakes
Dusk sensor
Electronic traction control
Four-wheel drive
Front-driver airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Knee airbag
Lane departure warning
Side airbag
Side curtain airbag
Stability control
Tire pressure indicator

A-Spec trim features and specs

Available with the A-Spec trim:

2 climate zones
Heated steering wheel
Sport seats in the front
Ventilated front seats

Available across all trims:

Air conditioning (automatic)
Center arm rest between front seats
Driver seat has lumbar support
Electric windows
Electrically adjustable front seats
Emergency wheel
Heated front seats
ISOFIX installation points
Leather steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
Paddle shifters
Power steering

Available with the A-Spec trim:

Overtaking sensors
Rain sensor

Available across all trims:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake assist system
Collision warning system
Collision warning system with automatic braking
Dimming interior mirror
Disc brakes
Dusk sensor
Electronic traction control
Four-wheel drive
Front-driver airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Knee airbag
Lane departure warning
Side airbag
Side curtain airbag
Stability control
Tire pressure indicator

Platinum Elite trim features and specs

Available with the Platinum Elite trim:

3 climate zones
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel
Passenger seat has lumbar support
Ventilated front seats

Available across all trims:

Air conditioning (automatic)
Center arm rest between front seats
Driver seat has lumbar support
Electric windows
Electrically adjustable front seats
Emergency wheel
Heated front seats
ISOFIX installation points
Leather steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
Paddle shifters
Power steering

Available with the Platinum Elite trim:

Overtaking sensors
Rain sensor

Available across all trims:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake assist system
Collision warning system
Collision warning system with automatic braking
Dimming interior mirror
Disc brakes
Dusk sensor
Electronic traction control
Four-wheel drive
Front-driver airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Knee airbag
Lane departure warning
Side airbag
Side curtain airbag
Stability control
Tire pressure indicator

PMC trim features and specs

Available with the PMC trim:

3 climate zones
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel
Passenger seat has lumbar support
Ventilated front seats

Available across all trims:

Air conditioning (automatic)
Center arm rest between front seats
Driver seat has lumbar support
Electric windows
Electrically adjustable front seats
Emergency wheel
Heated front seats
ISOFIX installation points
Leather steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
Paddle shifters
Power steering

Available with the PMC trim:

Overtaking sensors
Rain sensor

Available across all trims:

Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Brake assist system
Collision warning system
Collision warning system with automatic braking
Dimming interior mirror
Disc brakes
Dusk sensor
Electronic traction control
Four-wheel drive
Front-driver airbag
Front-passenger airbag
Knee airbag
Lane departure warning
Side airbag
Side curtain airbag
Stability control
Tire pressure indicator

Frequently asked questions about the Acura RDX

Dimensions of the Acura RDX

Vehicle dimensions
Year	Height from	Width from	Length from
Exact values depend on trim choices.
2021	1668 mm	–	4744 mm

Towing capacity of the Acura RDX

Unbraked is when the trailer being towed does not have its own braking system. Braked is when the trailer being towed has its own braking system.

Braked and unbraked towing capacities
Year	Unbraked	Braked
Exact values depend on trim choices.
2021	454 kg	680 kg

Acura RDX:Review the specs, features and pros & cons

Overview of the Acura RDX

Acura RDX Summary

Pros and cons of the Acura RDX

Safety ratings of the Acura RDX

Specifications of the Acura RDX

Trims available with the Acura RDX

Basic trim features and specs

Interior features

Exterior features

Safety features

Tech and convenience features

Engines

Frequently asked questions about the Acura RDX

Does the Acura RDX require premium fuel?

Can the Acura RDX use regular gas?

What does RDX stand for in Acura?

Where is the Acura RDX built?

What is the difference between Acura MDX and RDX?

Dimensions of the Acura RDX

Towing capacity of the Acura RDX