2013 Acura RDX review
Acura RDX highlights
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
19 city, 27 highway, 22 combined
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What is new for the 2013 Acura RDX?
- The RDX is available in a new trim called the AWD.
- The SH-AWD trim has been discontinued for 2013.
- RDX trims have been upgraded with Smart Key, Power Hatch/Deck Lid, SiriusXM Trial Available, and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.
- Remote Start and Full Roof Rack features are now available as options on select trims.
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Ratings & reliability
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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)
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- SiriusXM Trial Available
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Navigation System
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Remote Start
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.5L
Horsepower
273
Torque (ft-lbs)
251
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
16
Wheelbase
105.7"
Overall length
183.5"
Width
73.7"
Height
66.1"
Leg room
F 42"/R 38.3"
Head room
F 38.7"/R 38.1"
Front tires
P235/60VR18
Rear tires
P235/60VR18
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2013 Acura RDX FAQ
The 2013 Acura RDX is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 20 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- AWD: 19 MPG City and 27 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 2013 Acura RDX has received an average 4.6 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2013 Acura RDX, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2013 Acura RDX Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2013 Acura RDX:
- AWD
- Smart Key
- SiriusXM Trial Available
- Remote Start
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
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