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Used 2014 Acura RDX Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

RDX AWD

padgett01, 09/14/2019
2014 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful

This car finally stopped or revolving negative equity and big repairs. Cost to own was very good and I was surprised at the value for regular maintenance at the dealer for tires, transaxle, brakes, etc. My wife still likes driving this car after 150k miles in 5-years, but we need to get into a new car in-time to pay-off before our son drives and needs a car (so we don't need to drive him everywhere)... Looking to take the next step into an MDX since this RDX was so good. Oh yeah, AWD is great in the snow (we live in NE ohio snow belt) and when I drive I have to watch speed as this thing has giddy-up, even at 150k.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Fast, stylish and feature filled

hoplover, 05/11/2015
2014 Acura RDX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful

We have had our RDX for a year now (17000 miles). The RDX has a stylish exterior and a very comfortable driving position. The base comes with a long list of standard equipment including bluetooth,xm, backup cam, heated leather and sunroof- options packages on most competitors. Upon entry it sets the seat and mirrors to your settings. Pulling out, the strong engine and smooth, fast transmission make you feel confident in any traffic situation. The brakes are fully capable. We have averaged about 23 MPG in mixed driving. The cylinder deactivation takes a little getting used to, but helps in efficiency. The interior features are logically laid out and work flawlessly. Very good purchase.

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2 out of 5 stars

Look elsewhere!

Mac, 06/21/2017
2014 Acura RDX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful

I have had my 2014 RDX for just over a month. Worst car I've ever owned. Has a constant vibration, hesitant transmission, rear shocks had to be replaced due to clunking noise, and the list of problems go on. If you are considering purchasing the Acura RDX, my advice is to look elsewhere.

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1 out of 5 stars

RDX is junk

g, 05/15/2017
2014 Acura RDX Technology Package 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 12 people found this review helpful

Junk 2014 Acura RDX 1. Faulty Shock absorbers. This is a known problem with Acura’s. Many RDXs front and rear shocks must be replaced, before 50,000 miles 2. Abnormally corroding brake rotors. 3. Faulty bushing on shock absorbers. This car clunks like the junk pile it is. 4. Dealership requesting transmission/transaxle fluid change, on a 28,000-mile vehicle

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4 out of 5 stars

Good not-quite-ready-for-mom-van option

Melissa P., 01/03/2018
2014 Acura RDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful

I was purposely looking for something more compact for our small (one kid) family, as I prefer that to driving a larger SUV. I traded in a two-year-old TSX, which I loved, to buy the RDX so we would have more rear leg room and cargo space. I like the simplicity of buying an Acura -- get it with or without bells and whistles, no nonsense. Good value for the money. All the goodies I wanted at the time, heated seats, XM radio, etc. While previous years had a turbocharged engine, this one does not which means pretty decent gas mileage. My daily commute is a combination of city/country road driving and I hit the mid 20's most tanks. There is a bit more road noise than I remember with my TSX. And make no mistake this is definitely a smaller car. Another kid or a large dog, and you might want to consider something larger. We fill up the cargo area pretty quickly! But I do still feel that the rear legroom is better than that of other cars in this size class, and installing the car seat with LATCH is a snap. The car has been extremely reliable with no visits to service other than regularly scheduled ones.

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