Item: Acura RDX
Rating: 4.5
Author: CarMax

The 2015 RDX has been the best of the both worlds of practicality and luxury. It’s paired Acura reliability and a powerful v6 with a compact size and reasonable fuel economy. It offers an elevated dri...

The 2015 RDX has been the best of the both worlds of practicality and luxury. It’s paired Acura reliability and a powerful v6 with a compact size and reasonable fuel economy. It offers an elevated driving vantage point higher than the compact car I was used to, but without a significant size change to need to relearn how to drive a bigger vehicle. The leather interior gives a premium feeling cherry on top of the already excellent vehicle package. While the tech bells and whistles are noticeably starting to feel dated, all the essentials are there and the price I paid for it more than compensates for that minor lag. I get excited every time I get on the road with it; it’s the closest to being “in love” that I’ve ever been with a vehicle.

Pros

Cargo Space: For two people, there is always enough room for everything we need it for without leaving the compact category of vehicle!
Value: We got more car than our previous leased vehicle and both our monthly payments and insurance went down.
Power: Never any problem passing any vehicle; excellent pickup and the vehicle does it with ease! No strugglebus to get up to speed fast!

Cons

Cabin Noise: It’s quieter than I’m used to, but not on the level of a BMW.
Fuel Economy: For the city driving I’m used to doing, 19 mpg is much lower than I’m used to, and this thing recommends premium fuel. My gas costs definitely increased.
Styling: It’s good, but the more recent models are definitely flashier. This profile is a little more family “minivan” looking than the most recent, edgier styling.

I really enjoy the grunty 6 cylinder engine. It also has AWD, which really helps the acceleration. The seats are comfortable and I like the elegantly simple and functional interior. I also like the...

I really enjoy the grunty 6 cylinder engine. It also has AWD, which really helps the acceleration. The seats are comfortable and I like the elegantly simple and functional interior. I also like the exterior design/look. I wish the back up camera had an audio collision warning element. I thought it was there but switched off with preferences, but it is not--it's just not there. I also would like for the suspension to be a little more taught. My RDX is a Sport edition, but it still feels a little lax on corners at speed. Otherwise, I love this vehicle, and would definitely consider getting another one.

Pros

Power: Nice acceleration, especially when merging onto highway traffic.
Cabin Noise: Nice and quiet.

Cons

Technology and Entertainment: Back up camera should have an audio proximity warning. The camera display could also be bigger.
Ride and Handling: Great, smooth ride, but I feel it could be a little tighter around corners at higher speeds.

the car is absolutely wonderful, but the crew at the Germantown CarMax went above and beyond to make a happy customer. i carefully chose a car, and showed up ready to come home with this car as long...

the car is absolutely wonderful, but the crew at the Germantown CarMax went above and beyond to make a happy customer. i carefully chose a car, and showed up ready to come home with this car as long as the test drive went ok. Unfortunately, the car was mislisted with missing safety features and i was upset that it wasnt the car for me (i had a friend recently pass from a car accident). Instead of the crew, letting me just deal with the disappointment, they took initiative to find me a suitable car, have it rushed in, and price matched to the one I picked out. I couldnt be happier. I think about their generosity most days and am absolutely in love with my car. I hope they see this one day and remember me.

Pros

Cargo Space: great amount of usable space.

Cons

Dashboard: like a space ship. i love it.

Used Acura RDX for Sale

Acura RDX Reviews

Couldn’t be happier with this purchase!

Couldn’t be happier with this purchase!

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Great price for a low mileage Acura SUV

Great price for a low mileage Acura SUV

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Great car but even better service

Great car but even better service

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