Used 2015 Acura RDX SUV Consumer Reviews

Acura RDX is a great choice.

I was originally considering a Honda Crosstour, but also looked at the Subaru Outback 3.6r, lots of 4 cylinder SUVs, the and the RDX. My extended family has had good experiences with Hondas, but poor ones with BMW and Mercedes. The RDX quickly became my favorite. Didn't like the CVT and driving exp. of the Outback although it had more space. The Crosstour was felt heavier and had worse maneuverability, although real 4x4. The RDX was an instant top choice on the test drive. I like that it's fast and agile when I need it to be and saves some fuel with the VCM tech. on the highway. The tech. package has a lot of things I don't need, but the stock AWD has some great features.

Love my car

I purchased the 2015 RDX AWD, I did not buy the tech package. I did add the fog lights. I love most everything about this car. Rides very nice and is quiet this was important to me. The stereo is nice and am happy about the satellite radio. My complaints would be no heat/air conditioning vent in the rear my former non luxury car had this. The mirrors hang out far on the sides really hard to get in my garage. I wish the temperature gage read larger. Overall a great purchase and my insurance did not go up. The RDX has a good safety rating.

It grows on you;

Last time I said it was a conundrum, but ok. Then I said First, this is an excellent car. Having said that, after driving the car for six months, there are a number of short comings. Now after 5 years, these comments are still applicable. Specifically The first is that the rear seat does not fold flat when turned down. This makes it more difficult to store stuff Second, I would have preferred a heated steering wheel (OK, I want to be pampered) Third the gas mileage is a bit disappointing, particularly considering that premium fuel is required Next, the transmission down shifting as one slows down at a stop light is ragged and noticeable. The GPS system is a bit cumbersome, and cannot be used while driving. The phone system is also a fight to use while driving. I end up calling on my phone and letting the system transfer it to the car's system. Translated the speak while driving system is a failure Parts of the technology are still difficult to use, and not quite intuitive. Voice recognition system is at best crummy I still think the voice recognition system is lousy and the phone system is difficult to use. In my opinion, these electronics are the worst feature The dealer claims that the new models are better. (Expect that from a sales person) The seat is a bit uncomfortable. I have tried various cushions, and positions. For long distance driving, the most effectve method for me is to stop and stretch my legs. Drive is a bit more sporty than I would like. The MDX has a better system that lets you select 'sporty' or 'luxury' (The MDX costs $10,000 more, and is 10" longer. To me again, a bit pricey) One of the reasons that I purchased the car is the dealer. Our local dealer is absolutely terrific, and makes up for some of what I perceive as the short commings of the vehicle I would have preferred more storage cubby holes. Ergonomics are average. Every time I get in the car, I have to be careful not to hit my head on the top of the door frame Acceleration is excellent (obviously this is an offset for the mileage) Seats are marginally comfortable, particularly on long rides. Stereo is good I enjoy the ride,again, the seat is a bit uncomfortable for long trips Every car is a compromise, and there are no perfect grades Despite my negative comments, the car, overall, is pretty good. I have particularly good things to say about the reliability and dealer The all wheel drive and convenient size is a very big draw for me; it seamlessly handles wet, icy and snowy conditions, and is easy to park in the city This is a very nice car, but is also a work in progress After a year, I can say I really enjoy the ride, except for the seat on long rides The only gripe I really have are the Takata air bags. This is under recall (as are several million other cars,) but nobody has any replacements. I have been waiting for over three months, but the manufacturer has not been able to supply them. Finally did, after a year Now I have had the car for 5 years. It is generally reliable and other than normal maintenance, it really has proven to be a. pretty good, reliable vehicle. Sure there are a bunch of things that now new car have that were not available when this was sold, but overall, if you can snag one on the used car market with the no accident and good maintenance caveats, you will most likely be happy

Excellent Luxury car for the price

Driving: Very smooth and comfortable and powerful Price: Best luxury SUV for this price. I would say very less when compare to other compact luxury SUV with given options Options: I dont want to blame that few options (like blind spot monitor) are available since i know it before buying. But the Bluetooth connectivity for phone is very poor. When i am using bluetooth calling, the audio is very poor and other end, they hear lot of noise (like wind blow sound). I have 2012 Camry but the bluetooth phone connection is very nice. Overall: I am very much satisfied for the price. I love my car. You can get lot of standard features in base model.

Almost a 5 star vehicle.

It's a comfortable, reliable car that's a decent buy for the money. Main complaint is with the air conditioning. In hot weather when in heavy traffic it cycles on and off in an effort to improve gas mileage. Air will actually blow very warm even with A/C setting at lowest possible spot. An instant read thermometer ranged up to 75 degrees blowing out of the vents at such time. The dash board lighting of the information control panel needs to be brighter. When wearing Polarized sun glasses in bright sunlight it's almost impossible to read the panel. Otherwise it's really a solid vehicle. Rides well, good acceleration and handling once you get rid of the factory installed tires and put some on that have some grip to them. Good visibility. No ongoing repair issues. Good customer service.

Worth the Money

This car gets mpg as advertised. I do mostly highway/suburbia driving and I'm at 26 mpg. You can get 30 mpg with all highway if you're light on the gas. I read some suspension complaints, and I understand why they're here. The back axle is pretty rigid and clunks over rough bumps. It's the only real problem with the car I've seen so far, but it's tolerable. The car handles great and has a smooth, linear power delivery with more than adequate acceleration. The transmission also shifts smoothly. The steering is a bit loose at slow speeds, but picks up heft with speed. Overall, this is a great car for the money.

Sometimes it is the small stuff that counts

I picked up my new RDX with technology package 5 days ago and I LOVE DRIVING IT. But there are some stupid things that should be in a car of this class. 1) The front passenger seat does not go up causing discomfort for some people and makes them feel like they are sitting on the floor. 2) There is no air conditioning vent in the rear. If it can be in smaller and less expensive cars, I see no reason why this can only have the cut out for it. 3) There is no light in the luggage compartment. That is ridiculous. Aside from these "small" issues, I love the car but these little annoyances can and should be easily fixed. Update, I have had the car now 2 1/2 years and it has 36000 miles. The car ride and performs fantastic. The seats are extremely comfortable (except the passenger seat only goes forward and back and my wife needs to sit on a pillow). I did subsequently to the original writing of this review find a light in the rear tailgate but those other annoyances still exist and are still frustrating. However in the 2016 model each of them were fixed. The car comes off lease in 6 months and I honestly do not know what I am going to do. The 2017 model is essentially the same with a few updates and fixes to the annoyances and there is a piece of me that wants something different. But on the other hand, I cannot find any fault with the car or the service of the dealership. I have spent $0 in repairs and have only changed oil and rotated tires. It performs flawlessly on the road and is a joy to drive. Tough decision!

Overall a strong segment competitor with some significant gripes

Besides missing a few basic features its a great vehicle. Reliability and build quality are top notch for this segment. The design is more subjective but I like think its sporty.

2015 Acura RDX

Came off 3 year lease with only 13,200 miles and like new condition. So far I really like the car. Looks & runs great.

Still like a new car

Our 2015 RDX is a great car and now, with 92K miles on it, it looks and drives like a new car still. Comfortable, quiet, and fun to drive. Acura makes a great car (we've owned several).

Best car that I have owned

Only thing I have replaced were the rear shocks and battery both under warranty.

Good vehicle

I bought the 2015 Rdx new. It now has 41000 miles, had it for 8+ years. No major problems. Gripes are the transmission at times shifts roughly, a curious thin line of rust at top under the tailgate, and the car has a timing belt which I had replaced recently(Acura recommends at 7 years) at considerable cost. I will never buy another car that has a timing belt.

Great Entry Luxury SUV

The RDX is a great car for a small family, plenty of space to haul a child and parents stuff and on road trips. The layout is spacious and comfortable with everything you need within reach.

RDX---first 3 months

After getting a great deal on the base RDX using a buyers service, I'm pleased. Not thrilled but pleased with my first SUV. Sitting higher is a benefit with so many larger trucks and SUVs already on the road. I've used the RDX around town and on one long trip. Very comfortable seats on the trip for both driver and passenger. Lots of legroom and headroom. The rear seats fold but its a small SUV so don't expect to move beaucoup things. Wish it had come with a few tech package features like automatic rear tailgate opener/closer, xenon lights, and more blindside detection but it gets great safety ratings. Nobody uses NAV systems anymore so I'm not paying another $3k. Solid B+.

Acura RDX - almost there !

Wife is completely satisfied with the RDX. We agree on several areas for improvement. 2015 does not have vents in the console or overhead, directing heat or cool air to the rear seat passengers. Bright trim on the console can reflect sun into drivers or passengers eyes. Dislike the manufacturer not covering Navigation updates while vehicle is within it's warranty period. Vehicle chassis/ suspension transmits shocks from road surface imperfections into the passenger compartment. As with all SUV's, fuel economy is poor compared to station wagons, or hatchbacks which generally provide sufficient utility. Unfortunately, US drivers have few choices when modest utility and sedan like fuel economy are desired.

Nice ride

Reliability of a Honda, better interior, really a great ride. The reliability of the Audi and Volvo scared me away. The twin turbo/supercharged engines will obviously have thier issues in time, so this feels like the right choice. However, the BMW, cruises on the open road a bit nicer. This starts pushing the rpm's at about 80, while the bmw will cruise up to 100 without breaking a sweat. There are minor advantages to each. Overall, I went with the reliability of the Honda brand. At 23K miles, it has been a great decision. Updating; at 30k miles, it is a great ride. Perfect car for where we live and our needs. Better car than the MDX which has better reviews, the Lexus has no visibility and lame Toyota performance, and the Audi and Porsche will be in the shop another month before you can use them again. Hyundai and Subaru are dangerously underpowered. This is the easy winner. Best car on the road imo.

It's great, but...

After driving the 2015 RDX AWD for 5 months, I am happy about the car, but not thrilled for sure. It has excellent space compared to competitors and my family loves the leg space in rear seat. Great looking interior and decent mileage for a 3.5L V6 AWD. I was confused whether to take the tech option or not and at the end I decided to save 3.5K, which Acura was charging for the package. But now I feel I should have taken it, as the basic model miss some 'basic' features that we expect in a luxury car. Like the power tailgate, halogen lamps and fog lamps. Acura should not be selling any car without these. Its a little annoying when Honda sells Accord with more features that Acura RDX..!

2015 RDX REVIEW

Not a high end sport suv but EXCELLENT all around performance and luxury.

Significantly Less Value Than Expected

First off; the technology package is a waste of money and a sad trick Acura has played on buyers. The NAV system is near worthless when programming at a standstill, it is completely worthless once you are moving down the road and the "Technology Package" takes you into voice mode. The voice mode makes you spell out destinations one letter at a time and then, for each letter, goes through a long (10 second) dialog on how to choose the next letter (?). This is really a poor joke on the consumer. The voice recognition system operates with about a 50% accuracy and by the time you get the address entered, you have spent your entire trip arguing with the "Technology Package". Simple fix; purchase a $100 Garmin and put it in front of the useless NAV screen. The road noise, harshness, and vibration is horrible; the Honda CR-V has a much improved ride over the more expensive Acura. Handling; the body roll is annoying and feels downright unstable on twisty roads. Fuel economy, throttle response, and acceleration are dismal on the "Multi-Point/Low Pressure Fuel Injection" compared to "Direct Injection" engines found on other similar and lower priced vehicles of the same vintage and category. The controls and displays are awkward at best and are not at all intuitive. Compared to earlier model Acura vehicles, these "technology" systems have taken a huge step backward. Oh, unlike the cheap Honda CR-V base model, this Acura does not include a rear cargo area floor mat. Imagine that! What can I say about the car that I like... it looks good, the leather feels nice, everything works (albeit it's a new car). I've been a Honda customer over the past 10 years, Honda makes a solid no-frills, trouble free, turn key vehicle. This was my first Acura and this will be my last Acura unless Acura gets serious about building a car to help a driver get from one place to another efficiently, easily, and with minimal frustration. Thank God I only took out a 3 year lease on this buggy; I'll be happy to hand the keys back and tell the dealer they can find another Acura customer. Make sure to test drive this vehicle thoroughly (like for several hours and over bumpy twisty roads) before signing on the dotted line. Update as of May 18th, 2016: This vehicle has been recalled for a faulty SRS (air bag). We received a notification, the dealer told is not to drive the vehicle until parts arrive, which are expected late summer 2016. We have been provided rental vehicles by the dealer, not Acura vehicles mind you, but typical rental vehicles. Dealer told me that I should feel blessed that they are doing anything at all. My point: $425 a month for a bottom of the line Hyundai Santa Fe? At this point, my mind is made up; no more Honda/Acura vehicles. Once off lease, I'll be looking elsewhere. You should consider this when making your choice on your next vehicle.

Loving this care

I bought this car with the technology pkg, it was previously leased. Initially, I was interested only in the MDX because I thought this car would be too small; but after test driving the Audi Q5 and then this car; I realized this was the car for me. The stereo system is great, it is so updated I didn't realize how behind I was with technology. There only 2 things I would change - I would have liked to have a blind spot monitor on this vehicle and I would have gotten something other than black if available...now I will have to keep my car clean.

Buyer beware - horrible suspension

I had a 2015 RDX AWD (non-tech package) for a year. Bottom the rear suspension on the RDX is horrible. Whenever you drive over the smallest bump on the road the rear suspension "clunks" and transmits the impact directly to the occupants. There's nothing wrong with the car (I had the dealer check) basically it's just poor suspension design. Unfortunately when I test drove the car it was on smooth recently paved roads - big mistake. Search any of the Acura owner/community sites and you'll see plenty of similar comments about the 2013 to present RDX and the same issue with 2014 - present MDX and TLX. There are other quality issues/non-user friendly quirks with the RDX but the horrible suspension was a deal breaker (and ridiculous for a $36K "luxury vehicle"). I've now sold the RDX - my first and last Honda/Acura product. Very happy with a German SUV now.

Acura RDX Rules !!!!!

I purchased a 2015 RDX, AWD Technology Package in May 2015. As time goes by I love the car even more. It has a smooth, quiet ride, great handling, excellent performance and great fuel economy (23.5 mpg avg). It also has an excellent sound system. The neighbors must wonder why I don't always get out of the car right away when I get home (because I am still listening to the stereo).

Trade-in Value by Dealerships are disappointing

Sell your car -versus -trading it in if you can. This was a great vehicle. However, the disappointment is that it requires Premium gasoline. It is reliable and dependable. Great to drive and great features. Disappointed that after 3 years...the value had depreciated. Acura needs to work on improving their luxury vehicles gas type.

Need a button?

There is no interior or exterior button to automatically open the trunk. You have to stop the car turn it off and get out to open the rear hatch unless you want to pull out your fob and hit a button from there. You also have to manually close it. Should have been included in a car in this price range

must own one

I own a 2015 rdx brought it from northwest acura, calgary. at first when i test drove it. i felt like its ok should i but it etc it feels ok. i am a very picky kinda person. but trust me after driving quite a lot of suvs out there I felt I picked the right one. yes after driving it for a while it makes me spellbound. How it feels? it feels luxurious, full of passion, road king, people stare at the driver seat a lot.. lol.. sth about acura wont ever disappoint you. but remember No every car is 100% perfect there's a line where u have to call it out ya i can live with that because you love it. :)

Great car

RDX should be a great car

#1 Headlight bulbs not working properly since purchase despite complaints. One finally failed leaving me in the dark. Dealer would not listen to my complaints. #2 Battery died at 56,000 miles; 6,000 miles out of warranty, stranding me. There were no warning lights indicating there might be a problem. #3 On replacing tires, I referred to the statistics in the owners manual. Turns out they are inaccurate, forcing me to accept a more expensive tire. #4 Leather seats have ventilation holes that allow water to drain through. They also stain and are unsightly. Very disappointed.#4 Seats too low and uncomfortable on long trips. Need to add unsightly cushions.

Very pleased

In 2018 I purchased a certified pre-owned RDX. I was nervous that I wouldn’t like it because I’m used to larger SUVs. Well 2 years later and I love it!! It’s perfect for me or with my kids. Plenty of space. Of course there’s a few things I wish it had, but regardless it’s an extremely safe and well priced luxury SUV. I need AWD which it has and it gets through the snow without a problem. My windows are all tinted so it gets a lot of looks and compliments.

Love it!

Zero problems, bought used. Thought I'd buy something new, but, heard and read so many good things. One of those you can drive a couple hundred thousand miles? Mine's maintained and a low miler. What have I got to complain about? Bought in 2020, it was cool, the affordable luxury, plus, the AWD. Stylish, contemporary look.

Clean, accident free vehicle

Efficient vehicle, very economical and comfortable