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RDX Features

Performance

Engine
2.3L Turbocharged Engine

The RDX artfully combines the low weight and economy of a 4-cylinder with the power and authority of a high-performance V-6, thanks to its turbocharged, intercooled, 2.3-liter DOHC i-VTEC® 4-cylinder engine.

  • The engine features Acura’s variable flow turbocharger technology that’s designed to drastically reduce turbo lag.
  • The engine produces a smooth, robust 240-horsepower peak at 6000 rpm. Little revving is needed to access the 260 lbs-ft of torque, which occurs at a low 4500 rpm.
  • The EPA Estimated Fuel Economy27 for the front-drive models is 19 city / 24 hwy and 17 city / 22 hwy for models equipped with SH-AWD.
  • The Drive-by-Wire™ throttle varies throttle sensitivity to provide the appropriate throttle response and feel to different driving conditions.
  • 27 Based on 2010 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
Variable Flow Turbocharger

With the Variable Flow Turbo (VFT), Acura has devised a simple, yet elegant solution for reducing turbo lag. The result is the instant and steady power delivery of a much larger engine, while retaining the light weight and cruising efficiency of four cylinders.

  • At low rpm, a long valve smoothly narrows the incoming passage and speeds the exhaust flow, keeping the turbine spinning quickly, so there is plenty of turbo boost at low rpm.
  • As rpm rises, the valve opens, allowing the increased exhaust volume to flow freely through a second intake chamber, keeping turbo boost high.
  • The forced intake air is cooled through a top-mounted intercooler. The cooler air is denser, which burns more powerfully and increases engine torque across the rev range.
i-VTEC

Intelligent Variable Timing and lift Control (i-VTEC®) is perhaps the most advanced variable valve-timing system in the world, offering increased high-rpm power, reduced emissions and improved fuel economy.

  • The intake valves open longer and deeper at about 4500 rpm to enhance high-rpm airflow.
  • i-VTEC adds Variable Timing Control (VTC), which advances camshaft rotation relative to engine rpm to optimize valve timing across the rev range.
Smooth Operation

Acura engineered noise vibration and harshness reduction into the very core of its engine and chassis designs to ensure that the RDX driving experience is as refined as it is thrilling.

  • Harsh noise is reduced by using a maintenance-free timing chain and a serpentine accessory drive belt.
  • To control engine vibration, Acura made the engine as rigid as possible.
  • The aluminum-alloy die-cast block, with its bed-plate-type main bearing cap, helps resist vibration.
  • The head and oil pan are also aluminum for increased rigidity.
  • Dual-balance shafts cancel piston vibration to a six- or eight-cylinder level of smoothness.
Drivetrain
Sequential SportShift Automatic

The 5-Speed Sequential SportShift Automatic gives you the best of both worlds by combining the convenience of precise and intuitive automatic shifting with shift-for-yourself control.

  • The Grade Logic Control system monitors throttle position, vehicle speed, acceleration and deceleration in order to recognize steep inclines so it can avoid gear hunting.
  • The steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters deliver quick precise shifts at your fingertips.
  • With the transmission in “Drive,” a tap of the paddle shifter brings a quick gear change before returning to automatic operation when the RDX has resumed a steady speed. This allows you to make manual gear changes when needed, such as for passing, without changing in and out of manual mode.
  • For quicker acceleration, select “S”, and the transmission allows the engine to rev higher before shifting. Using a paddle shifter in “S” puts the transmission into full manual mode, where you have direct control of all shifting.
Grade Logic Control and Shift Hold Control

To keep things running smoothly, the automatic transmission is designed to change its behavior in special circumstances to avoid an ill-timed upshift or the gear hunting that’s common to conventional automatics.

  • When encountering a steep uphill or downhill grade, Grade Logic Control will instruct the transmission to hold a lower gear for better climbing or increased downhill engine braking.
  • When accelerating through a curve, Shift Hold Control will delay upshifting for as long as possible to avoid disrupting the chassis or power delivery until you have exited the curve.
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive

Though it has the same all-weather attributes of conventional all-wheel drive, Acura developed its revolutionary Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system to enhance high-performance dry-road handling. The result is enhanced high-performance cornering that simply can't be matched by front, rear, or conventional all-wheel-drive systems.

  • The system continuously determines the optimal level of power distribution between the front and rear wheels, and also between the rear wheels.
  • Power distribution is based on an analysis of wheel speed, steering angle, lateral G-force and yaw rate.
  • The system reduces understeer and increases stability by turning the outside rear wheel slightly faster than the rest of the wheels, rotating the vehicle through the turn.
Power Distribution

The Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) system, on RDX SH-AWD models, distributes power between the front and rear axles and between the rear wheels based on an analysis of many conditions.

  • When cruising in a straight line, up to 90% of the power is sent to the front wheels for better fuel economy, and up to 45% of the power can be transferred to the rear wheels upon straight line full-throttle acceleration.
  • In a curve under hard acceleration, 70% of torque can be directed to the rear—all of which can go to the outside wheel to improve cornering by directing power where weight has shifted.
  • The transitions are seamless, so all you feel is a supremely agile chassis.
Chassis
Suspension Systems

The suspension geometry and tuning are designed for an exceptional sport-sedan ride and handling combination. The components have a more rugged construction than those of a car for more confidence on bumps and rough surfaces.

  • The front MacPherson strut design is configured to offer long vertical wheel travel and excellent durability that will stand up to under-maintained city streets.
  • The rear multi-link suspension features a multi-link design like those on Acura sport sedans for an outstanding balance of comfort and precision handling.
  • The rear suspension features anti-squat geometry to reduce pitching under acceleration and isolates springs and dampers from lateral forces to maintain composure in hard cornering.
  • Thick front and rear stabilizer bars control body roll for flatter cornering.
Steering System

To keep up with the demands of the urban environment, the highly responsive RDX rack-and-pinion steering system has a quick steering ratio (15.1:1) for swift response.

  • Hydraulic assist provides a precise road feel through the steering wheel and is engine-speed sensitive.
  • The steering wheel turns easily at parking lot speeds but has a firm feel on the highway.
Body Structure

Acura’s body structure provides class-leading rigidity for an incredibly precise balance of ride and handling.

  • Close to 40% of the RDX’s weight is made up of high-tensile steel, which is lighter, stiffer and more expensive than conventional structural steel.
  • This material helps lower the vehicle’s center of gravity for increased cornering ability.
Braking System

Performance driving requires precision braking, so the RDX features a firm pedal feel with linear response and is backed by 4-channel ABS, Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist systems.

  • The RDX fills its 18-inch wheels with large 11.7-inch ventilated discs in the front and even larger 12-inch solid discs in the rear. The large discs resist brake fade to maintain their effectiveness after continuous hard use.
  • Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) uses the ABS sensors to determine the proportion of brake force to be channeled to each wheel for increased performance and stability.
  • The Brake Assist system steps in to produce maximum braking pressure when emergency braking is detected.
Smooth & Quiet Ride

Acura took extensive measures throughout the design and development of the RDX to reduce noise vibration and harshness in order to provide a highly enjoyable ride.

  • The exceptionally stiff structure of the RDX successfully filters out body flex and vibration.
  • Large trailing arms and floating bushings in the rear suspension reduce both noise and harshness.
  • The mounting points for both front and rear suspensions were carefully engineered to reduce the transmission of noise, vibration and harshness into the passenger cabin as well as help the RDX achieve a solid feel in your hands.
  • Even the windshield wiper arms, which were designed to be stowed out of sight behind the RDX hood, reduce wind noise.
  • The 2010 RDX is quieter, with an altered intake to reduce turbo and radiator noise.

Luxury & Communication

Seating
Front Seats

The sophistication of the RDX interior begins with the plush feel of the seats, which are ergonomically designed to provide the support of a luxury sport sedan.

  • Leather trim and breathable perforated leather on both front and rear seating surfaces create an impressive aura of modern luxury.
  • The perfect driving position is just a touch away with the 10-way power adjustable driver’s seat.
  • In addition to the usual height and angle settings, there’s a power lumbar adjustment in the driver's seat to keep your back content during extensive cross-country journeys.
  • The driver's seat features two memory settings, which also recall side mirror positions.
  • The front passenger can ride in personalized comfort with a 4-way adjustable power seat.
  • Both front seats are generously bolstered to keep you and your passenger well-situated during spirited driving, and each seat has a dual-level heater for cold days.
Rear Seats

The rear seats of the RDX were designed to carry three passengers, or two adults in optimal comfort.

  • The rear seats are elevated for a theater-seating effect, providing exceptional passenger visibility.
  • A flat floor with no center hump provides ample foot space for all passengers.
  • The front seats have ample clearance from the floor, providing generous toe room for the back passengers.
  • If the center seat is free, rear seat passengers can lower a generously padded armrest with integrated cup holders.
  • All three rear positions feature adjustable headrests for individualized comfort.
Climate Control
Automatic Climate Control

The RDX dual-zone, dual-mode automatic climate control system allows the driver and front passenger to create their own microclimates.

  • Set your desired temperature and airflow distribution however you like. Your front passenger can set an entirely different temperature, and the system will maintain both.
  • When alone, the driver can easily switch off the dual setting and set the whole cabin to a single temperature.
  • Almost all climate control functions can be operated by voice commands.
GPS-linked Temperature Control

The automatic climate control system benefits from a GPS-linked solar sensor9 on models equipped with the Technology Package.

  • The GPS link monitors the sun’s intensity and location relative to the vehicle, enabling the system to keep each side of the cabin at its designated temperature.
  • The system is completely automatic and requires no manual adjustments, regardless of outside conditions.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
Power Windows & Moonroof

Power windows and a standard moonroof conveniently let the outside in.

  • They will retain their operational ability for 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until the front doors are opened.
  • Front windows have the convenience of one-touch up/down operation.
  • The moonroof and front windows have an auto-reverse safeguard that automatically stops and re-opens when encountering an obstacle while closing.
Audio Systems
Acura Premium Audio System

The standard RDX audio system can deliver 360 watts of power and has seven speakers around the cabin, including an 8-inch subwoofer.

  • A large display at the top of the instrument panel provides detailed audio information.
  • The large selector knob makes it easy to control several functions.
  • A speed-sensitive volume control increases the audio gain automatically as road speed increases.
  • When driving into a new area, the automatic preset select button allows you to preset the most powerful stations. Push it again and your original presets return.

Audio sources for the system include:

  • USB Audio Interface7 for iPod®8
  • MP3- and WMA6-compatible CD player
  • AM/FM with RDS readout
  • XM® Radio4 which has more than 170 channels of digital programming and near-CD quality sound
  • Auxiliary input jack
  • 4 Required XM Radio monthly subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Other fees and taxes may apply after initial trial period, including a one-time activation fee. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. The XM name is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
  • 6 Windows Media® Audio is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • 7 The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your local Acura dealer for details on compatibility.
  • 8 Currently includes fifth generation or later Apple iPod, Nano, iPod Classic, iPod Touch, or iPhone®. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Acura/ELS Surround Sound System

Grammy® award-winning recording engineer and producer Elliot Scheiner helped design the Acura/ELS Surround® Premium 10-speaker Sound System to reproduce music the way it is heard in the recording studio. As a result, surround sound fills the car from any stereo digital source. In addition to all the source inputs of the standard RDX audio system, features of the Acura/ELS system include:

  • 410-watt amplifier with digital 96 kHz sampling for crystal-clear sound
  • MP3- and WMA6 - compatible 6-disc CD changer
  • 10 speakers, including one per door, two tweeters, one center mid-range, two rear surround, one powered 8-inch subwoofer
  • Detailed audio system displays through the navigation screen9
  • Dolby®5 Pro Logic® II extracts surround sound from any digital stereo source
  • Almost all functions can be performed through the Voice Recognition system.
  • Note function allows you to store song information and a 10-second sample as it is aired on an XM® Radio4 station so you can recall it later.
  • 4 Required XM Radio monthly subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Other fees and taxes may apply after initial trial period, including a one-time activation fee. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. The XM name is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
  • 5 Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
  • 6 Windows Media® Audio is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
USB Interface with iPod Integration

Acura stays a step ahead of the digital music age with a USB connection for interfacing with Apple® iPod®8 players and other USB mass storage devices, such as flash drives, that contain MP3, WMA6 or AAC music files.

  • Track information appears on the center display. Selection can be controlled using the audio system, including the steering wheel-mounted controls.
  • The USB will charge a compatible iPod® while it’s playing.
  • An auxiliary input jack can be connected to any iPod, MP3 player or other audio device.
  • Both the USB and auxiliary inputs are within the center console-covered storage area, where devices can be conveniently carried and discreetly stored.
  • 6 Windows Media® Audio is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • 8 Currently includes fifth generation or later Apple iPod, Nano, iPod Classic, iPod Touch, or iPhone®. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Navigation System
Functionality & Controls

The centerpiece of the Technology Package, the Acura Navigation System9, in conjunction with the AcuraLink® Communication System, is perhaps the best driving companion since the invention of the car radio.

  • The system features an 8-inch screen, mounted high in the center control panel for easy visibility.
  • You can enter an address or access a location from its vast DVD destination database, using the interface dial or the Voice Recognition system.
  • The screen will plot your path on the map and show special displays to guide you through freeway ramps, interchanges and forks in the road.
  • The system will also provide voiced guidance, if desired.
  • Additional features include Zagat Survey® restaurant reviews and AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ and AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™13 that can help you get around delays while traveling to your desired destination.
  • Following the 90-day free trial period, both AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ data services are available on a subscription basis for a fee, which can be combined or separate from other XM® subscriptions.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 13 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic® and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period.
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic

The AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™13 feature helps you steer clear of gridlock by providing continuously updated traffic information in major metropolitan areas across the 48 contiguous United States.

  • Interstates and expressways are color-coded to indicate traffic flow levels.
  • Icons indicate the location of incidents and traffic conditions affected by construction and weather.
  • Traffic Rerouting™ will suggest an alternative route if the system determines it is at least two minutes or 10% quicker.
  • The information is aggregated by NAVTEQ™ from multiple sources, including highway patrol incident reports and transportation departments, and is updated approximately every 90 seconds.
  • Following the 90-day free trial period, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic data services are available on a subscription basis for a nominal fee, which can be combined or separate from other XM® subscriptions.
  • 13 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic® and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period.
AcuraLink Real-Time Weather

You can determine the weather conditions in your immediate area or anywhere you plan to be with the Acura Navigation System's9 AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™ system13. It will even alert you if a potential weather-related issue exists along your plotted route.

  • Current weather is shown on the RDX map display in the form of icons, which can be clicked on to receive details.
  • Weather forecasts for the next three and six hours in a given area are available anytime.
  • A warning map showing adverse weather conditions across the U.S. is also accessible.
  • Following the 90-day free trial period, AcuraLink Real-Time Weather data services are available on a subscription basis for a nominal fee, which can be combined or separate from other XM® subscriptions.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 13 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic® and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period.
Destination Database

The Acura Navigation System9 has an extensive database of addresses and points of interest for a variety of handy information.

  • For instance, you can ask the system to show you the nearby ATMs, and if you don’t want to pay a service charge, just tell it to show your bank’s machines.
  • You can also find the exact type of restaurant you’re in the mood for, as well as locate schools, parks, hospitals, drugstores, museums, and more.
  • Since destinations change over time, updated DVDs can be purchased through this website.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
Zagat Reviews

The Acura Navigation System9 will not only tell you where restaurants are and how to get to them, it can also tell you their price range and provide customer reviews.

  • The system’s Zagat Survey® restaurant reviews provide detailed information from a database that you can read onscreen, or if you’re driving, they can be spoken over the audio system.
  • If you need reservations, the system can even dial the restaurant for you through your compatible Bluetooth®11-enabled cell phone.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
AcuraLink

To keep you up to date with the latest information related to your RDX, this easy-to-use proprietary data network uses the XM® Radio4 communications interface. Some of the features available through AcuraLink®9 include:

  • Continuously updated traffic information
  • A pre-programmed RDX feature guide
  • Dealer appointment reminders
  • Direct communication with your dealer
  • If you have linked your cell phone to the Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink® interface, the system can also contact Acura headquarters and your dealer for the latest diagnostic information.
  • 4 Required XM Radio monthly subscription sold separately after 90-day trial period. Other fees and taxes may apply after initial trial period, including a one-time activation fee. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscription subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous United States. The XM name is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

The Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink® system works with many Bluetooth-enabled cell phones to let you receive and initiate phone calls through the RDX audio system without ever taking your hands off the wheel.

  • The Multi-Information Display shows the caller’s name or number.
  • The center panel display shows reception strength.
  • A one-time pairing process on a compatible phone enables you to communicate wirelessly.
  • A simple phone-transfer process allows you to upload frequently used numbers so that they can be dialed by voice command.
  • The phone can then be operated through the vehicle audio system without ever leaving your pocket or purse.

For more details, please visit the Acura HandsFreeLink minisite.

  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.

Convenience & Utility

Controls & Displays
Instrument Panel Design

The RDX exemplifies Acura’s reputation of designing instrument panels with an ideal combination of elegance and functionality.

  • Audio, climate, and where available, navigation9 controls extend forward so they are easy to reach.
  • High-mounted displays are just a quick glance away from the road.
  • All controls, including those on the doors and steering wheel, are illuminated in a soft, white light.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
Steering Wheel Controls

A three-spoke, leather-wrapped steering wheel provides comfortable, confident road handling. It is also host to a series of easy-to-use system controls.

  • The left and right upper spokes contain integrated buttons for the audio and cruise control systems, respectively.
  • Behind the left and right upper spokes are paddle shifters for Sequential SportShift.
  • At the five o’clock position, you’ll find controls for the Multi-Information Display (MID). On the other side are controls for Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink®, and for models with the Acura Navigation System9, the Voice Recognition controls.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
  • 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
Multi-Information Display

The Multi-Information Display (MID) is located under the speedometer and provides a variety of useful information.

  • Available displays include odometer, trip meter, coolant and ambient temperatures, average MPG, and even oil life.
  • A vehicle graphic displays the location of an unlatched door or a tire with significantly low pressure.
  • The Maintenance Minder™ system displays maintenance reminders through the MID on items like fluid and filter changes, tire rotation, and more.
  • The Technology Package provides additional displays, such as average speed and individual tire pressure levels, and can be controlled by steering wheel-mounted controls.
Voice Recognition

The Voice Recognition feature that accompanies the optional Acura Navigation System9 allows you to perform the most frequently used functions of the audio, climate control, and navigation systems without ever taking your hands off the wheel.

  • With a simple click of the “Talk” steering wheel-mounted control, the audio system will instantly mute as you issue one of over 600 voice commands with 100,000 variations to the audio, climate or navigation systems.
  • Some commands can replace multiple manual functions, for example: “CD 3, song 4”, will turn on the audio system, select the third CD, and play the fourth song.
  • You can enter a specific address, as the system will recognize over a million city and street names.
  • 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
Key Fob Functions

The RDX key remote was given a few extra convenience features beyond the usual door lock, trunk release and panic button functions.

  • The RDX will read the driver’s seat and side mirror positions, as well as other personalized settings that are linked to the remote and activate those settings the moment the driver’s door is opened.
  • The key folds into the remote, making it more compact for carrying.
Personalized Settings

You can use the Multi-Information Display (MID) to customize several different vehicle functions according to your personal preferences.

  • You can choose if and when you want the doors to automatically lock or how long the interior lights or headlights remain on after the ignition has been turned off.
  • The MID will easily guide you through these and other customizable settings via three steering wheel-mounted controls.
Lighting & Visibility
Rearview Camera

When “Reverse” is engaged, a screen will display a view of the space directly behind the vehicle. The display can show items below the driver’s normal field of vision and assist when maneuvering in tight areas or parallel parking.

  • For models with the navigation system, the image appears on the navigation screen. For other models, the display appears within the rearview mirror.
  • A guide in the display indicates distances of 8 inches, 1 meter and 3 meters from the rear of the RDX.
  • A camera located discreetly above the rear license plate provides clear visibility for short items, like tricycles or garbage cans.
  • The side mirrors also enhance rearward visibility by automatically tilting down when reverse is engaged to reveal any low objects close to the side of the car.
HID Headlights

The RDX is equipped with Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights for the low beams.

  • Xenon lights cast a whiter and brighter light for improved clarity.
  • The HID lenses allow a broad beam pattern that increases road visibility, yet the upper edge of the beam cuts off sharply so as not to blind oncoming drivers.
Cargo Storage
60/40 Rear Seatbacks

The 60/40 split rear seatbacks allow the RDX to be configured in a variety of ways.

  • With the passenger-side or “40” rear seatback down, you can carry two people in the back and still have space for long items.
  • With the driver-side or “60” rear seatback down, one person can sit in the back, leaving plenty of room for long, wide cargo.
  • With both seatbacks down, you have a long and wide, flat-load floor and 60.6-cubic feet of space.
  • Sturdy cargo loops in each corner help strap items down and keep them secure.
Cargo Cover

The hard cargo cover is an innovative feature that significantly enhances your cargo-carrying options.

  • When the rear seats are up, you can use the hard cargo cover lid to hide your gear, and it can be configured to tilt upward when the tailgate opens for easier access to the cargo area.
  • When you don’t need the cover lid, it can sit flat and flush with the cargo floor.
  • It’s also reversible, with one side carpeted like the cargo floor, while the other has a smooth, wipeable surface for dirty or wet items.
  • Recesses will catch water and keep the cover from soiling surrounding areas.
Cabin Storage
Center Console Storage Box

With its impressive 18 liters of space, this convenient lockable container can accommodate most 15- to 17-inch laptop computers in a carrying case with room to spare.

  • Two flip-down dividers can provide a second floor with an 8.6-inch-deep space, while leaving a concealed area below to store lesser-used items.
  • This illuminated console also has built-in spaces for pens, coins, business cards, and a 12V power outlet.
  • The USB connection is built into the console side where it can conveniently connect to an iPod®8 or flash drive set in the sliding top tray.
  • 8 Currently includes fifth generation or later Apple iPod, Nano, iPod Classic, iPod Touch, or iPhone®. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Door Storage

Versatile storage areas abound in all four doors.

  • The front doors have long pockets for maps or CDs, and each front door has a covered utility box built into the armrest, perfect for sunglasses or other small items.
  • The rear doors each have a bin that’s deep enough to hold a standard-size water bottle, and an angled bottom positions the containers so they won’t tip over during acceleration and braking.

Safety & Security

Braking & Stability
Braking Systems

The RDX disc brakes are backed up by several sophisticated electronic systems to provide you with enhanced braking under any circumstance.

  • The anti-lock braking system (ABS) helps you retain steering control in emergency braking by preventing the wheels from locking up, while allowing them to achieve their maximum level of stopping.
  • The Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) system uses the ABS system to direct braking power among the four wheels, depending on their load, to help optimize braking effectiveness.
  • The Brake Assist system detects emergency braking, monitoring the speed at which the brake pedal is depressed and stepping in to ensure the ABS system is activated—terminating immediately upon release of the brake pedal.
Vehicle Stability Assist

The Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)12 system uses an array of sensors, along with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) and ABS, to avoid the dangers of oversteer or understeer.

  • The system continually monitors vehicle speed, throttle position, individual wheel speeds, steering angle, lateral G-force, and yaw rate.
  • When the potential for oversteer or understeer is detected, VSA will reduce the engine’s torque and use the ABS system to apply brakes to each wheel as needed to help stabilize the vehicle.
  • On RDX SH-AWD models VSA will initially re-route power among the wheels, using the SH-AWD system to help prevent instability without a reduction in power.
  • The response is so quick that the instability may be corrected before the driver even knows it’s occurring.
  • 12 VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle's course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Since an under-inflated tire impedes handling and can be a safety hazard, the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) uses pressure sensors mounted in each wheel that send readings to a central electronic control unit. The system then evaluates whether the pressure is up to an acceptable range.

  • If a reading is approximately 25% below the recommended level, the RDX will alert the driver through the instrument panel light and the Multi-Information Display (MID).
  • On models with the Technology Package, the problem tire will be indicated, along with the individual pressure for all four tires. The pressure display can also be accessed anytime, using the MID controls on the steering wheel.
  • As useful as TPMS is, it is still recommended that you manually check your tires on a regular basis.
Body Structure
Advanced Compatibility Engineering

Acura utilizes Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure to enhance occupant protection and crash compatibility in frontal crashes.

  • The ACE™ design utilizes a network of connected structural elements to distribute crash energy more evenly throughout the front of the vehicle.
  • This enhanced frontal crash energy management helps to reduce the forces transferred to the passenger compartment and can help to more evenly disperse the forces transferred to other vehicles in a crash.
  • Every Acura designed with this system and tested by NHTSA, has received a 5 stars rating on their frontal impact test.
Restraint Systems
Airbag System

The RDX is equipped with a sophisticated six-airbag system, which includes two front and two front side airbags, and two side curtain airbags with coverage for the front and rear outboard seats. Advanced sensors and inflator systems are designed so that the airbags deploy at precisely the right time with the appropriate force.

  • The front airbags are equipped with two-stage, multiple-threshold inflators. One or both airbags will be deployed only in the event of a sufficient frontal impact. If deployed, these airbags are capable of being inflated at different rates depending on crash severity, seat belt usage and other factors. Frontal airbags are designed to supplement the seat belts to help reduce the likelihood of head and upper body injuries in frontal crashes.
  • Sensors in the front passenger seat determine if it is empty or if the passenger is too small for the passenger’s front airbag to deploy safely, and disengage the front passenger's front airbag, if necessary.
  • The Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) uses sensors in the front passenger seatback to determine the height and position of the passenger and will deactivate the side airbag if a child or small-statured adult leans into the side airbag deployment path.
  • In a side impact, side curtain airbags deploy downward from just above the doorframes on the impacted side to help protect both front and rear outboard seat occupants.
Seat Belts & Active Headrests

All five seating positions in the RDX have 3-point belts and head restraints. The front seats have load-limiting pretensioners and active head restraints.

  • The front seat belts are equipped with automatic tensioning and load-limiter systems, as well as active head restraints.
  • Automatic tensioning belts react in the first milliseconds of an impact to automatically tighten the belts and help hold the individual in position against the seatback.
  • To help prevent the automatic tensioning belt from causing undue pressure on the chest, load limiters slightly relieve belt tension, as needed, to help soften the force.
  • In a rear-end collision, a front seat occupant’s body will be pushed against the seatback, and the pressure to the seatback is transmitted from the lumbar plate, pushing the head restraint upward and forward to reduce the gap between the occupant’s head and seat head restraint.
  • Impact forces on the head, neck and spine are diminished, helping reduce the likelihood of whiplash injuries.
Child Safety
Child Safety

The RDX has several features addressing child safety, from sophisticated airbag sensors to anchors that secure child seats.

  • The Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) utilizes sensors in the front passenger's seatback to detect if the occupant is a child or small-statured adult. If such an occupant is leaning into the side airbag's deployment path, the side airbag will be deactivated until they resume a safer, more upright position.
  • LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) anchors, plus upper-tether anchors in the rear seat, allow LATCH-compatible child seats to be installed in the outboard positions without the use of seat belts.
  • Front windows and the moonroof have an auto-reverse feature that helps prevent them from closing if a finger or other obstacle is encountered.
Security
Security

Like every Acura model, the RDX comes equipped with a security system. In the event of a break-in, the following events will occur:

  • The ignition will be disabled.
  • The horn will sound.
  • The lights will flash.

Ownership & Services

Ownership & Services
Maintenance Minder System

Rather than using a static table of time and mileage to keep track of maintenance, the Maintenance Minder™ system on the RDX calculates service needs based on how the vehicle is driven—not just how long.

  • It checks engine operating conditions, such as weather extremes, stop-and-start traffic and frequent short trips.
  • It helps coordinate oil service dates and other maintenance check-ups to minimize your trips to the service department.
Total Luxury Care

The privilege of Acura ownership extends well beyond our acclaimed, 4-year/50,000-mile16 limited warranty. It also includes Total Luxury Care® (TLC)18, a complimentary service provided with every new and Certified Pre-Owned Acura—because our commitment to you begins with the delivery of a world-class vehicle. Owners benefit from the following:

  • 24-hour nationwide emergency and travel services
  • Roadside assistance
  • Acura Concierge Service
  • A host of special privileges available exclusively for Acura owners

Roadside Assistance is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at: (800) 594-8500.

  • 16 Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments, parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded.
  • 18 See your local dealer for details about Total Luxury Care® (TLC), Roadside Assistance, and Concierge Service.
Warranty

Acura’s superb track record allows each vehicle to be generously covered.

  • All models enjoy a 4-year/50,000-mile16 limited warranty.
  • Acura powertrains are covered by a 6-year/70,000-mile16 limited warranty.
  • Outer body rust-through is covered by a 5-year/unlimited-mile16 limited warranty.
  • Seatbelts are covered by a 15-year/150,000-mile limited warranty.
  • Acura genuine accessories installed by the dealer at the time of vehicle purchase enjoy a 4-year/50,000-mile17 limited warranty.
  • 16 Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments, parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded.
  • 17 When installed at the time of new-vehicle delivery.
My Acura

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Based on 2010-2011 EPA mileage estimates, reflecting new EPA fuel economy methods beginning with 2008 models. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.