2012 Acura RDX review
Acura RDX highlights
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 22 highway, 19 combined
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RepairPal gave the Acura RDX an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Acura RDX 7th out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUVs.
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Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- Bluetooth Technology
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.3L
Horsepower
240
Torque (ft-lbs)
260
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
18
Wheelbase
104.3"
Overall length
182.5"
Width
73.6"
Height
65.2"
Leg room
F 41.8"/R 37.7"
Head room
F 38.7"/R 38.3"
Front tires
P235/55VR18
Rear tires
P235/55VR18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
225/1500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 Acura RDX FAQ
The 2012 Acura RDX is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 19 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- SH-AWD: 17 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
The Acura RDX received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Acura RDX as 6 out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUV
The 2012 Acura RDX has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 Acura RDX, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 Acura RDX Reviews.
The 2012 Acura RDX has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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