2008 Acura RDX Consumer Reviews

Highly Recommended

Written by: chicagordx on 06/24/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

Checked out the Nissan Murano and BMW X3...Saved about $5k in regards to the Murano and $10k in regards to the X3 by opting for the RDX. This car is worth every cent...luxury, yet it feels like driving a sports car. Navigation/AcuraLink is fabulous and the best one out there. Definitely check it out before saying "I'll just buy a Garmin". Its worth the upgrade in price. Only negative is the gas mileage, I have 500 miles on the car and average about 14.4 mpg. The good thing is that my commute is only 2 miles each way to work so its not too bad. If you're in the market for something in this market, definitely be sure to check the RDX out..its so much fun to own.

Favorite Features

Turbo charger (its like a 4 cylinder taking off from an aircraft carrier), navigation, stereo

Suggested Improvements

GAS MILEAGE!!! No power seat for passenger. Smaller cargo space in the rear.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Right Choice For Me

Written by: Satisfied Owner on 06/19/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

Car is wonderful to drive. Quick and nimble, quiet yet solid. I purchased the RDX with Tech package and am glad I did so. Nav system is great and the ELS Stereo system is impressive. The drive is a sporty, stiffer drive which I prefer. I now have 3,300 miles and in mixed driving I am averaging 23 mpg.

Favorite Features

Navigation & stereo. Heated seats. Quick turbo! XM radio. DVD audio sounds incredible.

Suggested Improvements

Reduced glare on nav system screen. DVD audio discs, as great as they sound, are hard to find. SACD might have been a better choice for Acura. I wish the radio would display the names of songs/artists for AM and FM channels and for CD's/DVD A. Only XM displays artist/song names.

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For the Most Part -- Happy Owner

Written by: RDX'er on 05/31/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

The style, speed, handling, AWD aspects are great. The fuel economy could be better but is improving as the miles drive increases. Dealer did have to replace the left front brake caliper due to a rattle noise but dealer assured me it was a new, factory replacement part not rebuilt. Would be nice if it had auto on/off headlights and if the air conditioning "auto" function would always work with the recirculating button engaged -- living in the city you have to pretty much keep the recir button on all the time.

Favorite Features

Turbo, AWD, handling, ride, xenon headlights, paddle shifters without having to move to sport shift, maintenance minder (especially for oil change).

Suggested Improvements

Would be nice if it had auto on/off headlights and if the air conditioning "auto" function would always work with the recirculating button engaged -- living in the city you have to pretty much keep the recir button on all the time. Also needs a compass in the rear view mirror or in the dash display.

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Better than BMW X3

Written by: Cindy on 05/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

Before purchasing the RDX, I drove a 2005 BMW X3 for three years. I loved my X3, but the newer models are quite expensive. I'm just delighted with the RDX. It has a similar drive to the X3 and the savings over the X3 is huge. Was treated very well by the dealer and I've had for a week and absolutely adore this vehicle. It is designed very well and the interior of the car is actually nicer than the X3, in my opinion. The seating is every bit as good as the X3. I'm looking forward to my first long road trip in my new RDX. It corners like a BMW and has a sports car type feeling when you drive it. It is a nice package!

Favorite Features

Seating, interior, Bluetooth, attractive exterior, drive, cornering, great acceleration.

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage would be a plus, but I am finding it is about the same as my old X3 - not too bad for this size SUV.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Fun to Drive

Written by: 3rdAcura on 05/29/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

I leased this vehicle back in November 07 after trading in my TL, and have been very pleased overall. There is a slight clinking sound from somewhere under the dash that randomly comes and goes and the dealer cannot identify it. Aside from this which does not affect performance, the ride is both quick and sporty. Pick up is incredible with the turbo engine. I find that the cargo space is adequate for our needs and we can fit our child's stroller in the back easily. I can also get golf clubs in back without having to angle them. It is a fast sporty sedan in a mini SUV body. We proceeded to get rid of our Jeep Hemi Engine and lease an MDX as well putting us into our third Acura.

Favorite Features

Turbo charged engine, sight lines, stereo system, heated seats warm up quickly.

Suggested Improvements

Fuel economy is not as good as my TL was, but for the vehicle, I did not expect much more than I am getting, for the type of driving I do. I would prefer to run mid grade in it, but that is a noticeable difference in performance. Rear tail gate lifter from inside. Power passenger seat would be nice.

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Powerful RDX... like a bomb

Written by: Ravi on 05/26/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

Purchased base RDX 3 months ago. Its value for money and it delivers as promised. Like its initial pickup. You will be ahead of traffic!! Like its estimated MPG feature and shows how fuel efficient you can drive. I am getting around 16 miles in city.

Favorite Features

Estimated MPG, MP3 player and sound system, xenon lights that follow like an arc wherever you go!!!

Suggested Improvements

Bluetooth features could be better, preferred auto rear door and power passenger seat.

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Fun RDX

Written by: angelina247 on 05/12/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

I recently purchased the RDX with tech package. It is such a fun car to drive. It really has a quick pickup. I'm sometimes surprised how quickly I can take off if I'm not careful. I'm still learning how to work the voice controls and navigation screen. I really did my homework and went back and forth about whether I should lease or own. I've been leasing another make/model SUV for the past 7 years and finally decided the RDX would be worth owning. I comparison shopped the BMW X3 and Mercedes 350. The extras in the Acura for a lot less money were definitely a great incentive. Yet, I feel like the car is just as good if not better. My friends and family love it. I'm having a blast!

Favorite Features

Navigation screen, back up camera (you have to get used to it), memory seat position, XM radio, fog lights, passenger mirror that moves down when you're in reverse (awesome) and goes back to position when you put it in drive, color (black inside and out), surround speakers.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage, remote rear hatch opening (what were they thinking), 6 months of free XM instead of 3, seat coolers (for the summer - the warmers are great), but summertime can be a little dangerous, electric passenger seat, slightly easier navigation system. I'm slowly learning to use it, but...

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Fun, but expensive to operate

Written by: MCK on 05/09/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

I traded my 2004 Expedition for a more efficient vehicle. After 1400 miles of combined driving the computer indicates we averaged 14.7 MPG on expensive premium gas (required). That is almost exactly the same mileage my big Expedition was obtaining on regular gas. Needless to say, I am terribly disappointed. On a positive note, the car is very comfortable (except, a lot of fun to drive, the technology package is amazing, the sound system is even more amazing. The handling system in the car is a technological masterpiece. But at 28.5 cents per mile for fuel (and rising), it sits peacefully in the garage while we drive our Civic and EOS around town.

Favorite Features

Power, handling, sound system, technology suite, very comfortable seats

Suggested Improvements

No automatic headlights?? C'mon! 14.7 MPG with a 4 cyl and premium gas? How can that possibly be acceptable? Better sound insulation (I can't hear people talk at freeway speeds). I realize it is sports tuned, but can you make the ride a little smoother? A rear glass window that opens would be nice.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Learn about it first

Written by: RW on 05/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

Just bought my RDX and love to drive it. Make sure you know what you are getting with the RDX - it is a sports car with stiff suspension and a firm ride so if you want a soft, "never feel a bump" ride then look elsewhere. Went without the tech package - the $4k was too steep for me. If you want the suv where sport meets luxury (and don't need that much cargo room), check it out.

Favorite Features

turbo turbo turbo

Suggested Improvements

gas mileage, trunk cargo space

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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If Only Gas Was Free!

Written by: Nancy on 05/06/2008

Vehicle

2008 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD (2.3L 4cyl Turbo 5A)

Review

I absolutely love this car. It is sporty, fast, handles well, comfortable, super fun to drive. Unfortunately, I live in a busy city and this is not the car for city driving. Gas mileage is awful. I average 16 miles/gallon city driving. Haven't taken it on the open road yet. This car is perfect for less populated areas.

Favorite Features

Heated and comfortable seats, sporty interior, great sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Gas! Gas! Gas! Like I said, wish it was free!

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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