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My ACURA, 03/21/2021
2018 Acura RDX Technology Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
the most important part of this car is the mirrors. They are large, and I do not believe there is a blind spot. I felt very comfortable changing lanes.
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Going All The Way
BC Rob, 09/17/2020
2018 Acura RDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
A great drive! Have just bought out lease because I like this vehicle so much. Have taken it three times from B.C. to Palm Springs and found the trips so much easier than my older Honda CRV. It powers up mountain passes and cruised the long stretches of I5 so nicely. Fuel costs were reasonable. Many friends commented on the comfortable back seat and ride. I hope to keep this vehicle for many more years.
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Good Vehicle But Not a Luxury Ride
N1128Q, 10/17/2017
updated 01/31/2018
2018 Acura RDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
68 of 85 people found this review helpful
The 2018 RDX is good but basically a Honda with some nice touches and a different grill. I've leased Audi vehicles for several years but decided to go with the Acura because the 2018 Audi Q5's lease quote was about $100/month higher for a similarly equipped vehicle. After driving the RDX for a couple of months, I can see why. The difference in interior materials, engineering, and overall luxury show that the Audi is far better. In particular, I'm disappointed in the assembly quality. Exterior panels have uneven gaps, bolts and screws are visible, and there are other areas that show that Honda took assembly and materials shortcuts which a "luxury" brand should not do. In addition, the dealership experience left a lot to be desired as the RDX was not prepped correctly, tires were over-inflated, the front license plate bracket was not attached, and (not to sound petty but this goes to the "experience" factor) I did not receive a full tank of gas. When I said something to the salesman, he brushed it off. Since then, I have not heard from the dealer or from Acura - even to see if I'm enjoying the vehicle. Overall, I'll keep the RDX but think I'll go back to Audi for my next vehicle. This is an update of the review I posted in October. Since then, my RDX developed squeaks, rattles, and buzzing that demonstrated the indifferent quality of assembly and the poor choice of materials. The voice recognition system got even worse and trying to work with it in traffic almost resulted in accidents on two occasions. While the navigation system could ultimately find the desired destination, it never chose the best or even safest route. The seats became more uncomfortable over time, to such an extent that my wife had to use a seat cushion to even sit in the vehicle for a drive longer than 30 minutes. Finally, at 7800 miles on the odometer I gave up, "bit the financial bullet", and got out of my lease. Acura may aspire to premium status but I know I'll never get another one. The materials, assembly, fit and finish, and technology are, at best, equal to Honda but at Lexus prices. My wife's Hyundai Elantra is a better vehicle than the Acura RDX.
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This is a very, very good vehicle
domer, 05/23/2020
2018 Acura RDX Technology Package 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I honestly don’t understand the critics of this vehicle. It is quick and reasonably efficient - especially on the open road - nimble around town, spacious, reliable and a great value core the price. Mine has 23,000 miles on it, and the only thing I might changed is to go with the AWD version. The power easily overcomes the front wheel adhesion on quick starts, but with a little throttle modulation that is easily quelled, I’ve owned a couple of BMW X3s, Two Audi Q5s (including a TDI, which is in a class by itself) and an Acura MDX. The Acura RDX is a good as any of them, except possibly for the TDI. I’m glad I bought it.
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Pat Houge, 08/10/2017
updated 02/19/2021
2018 Acura RDX Advance Package 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
56 of 74 people found this review helpful
I just purchased the 2018 RDX Advance Package. This package comes with exterior side mirrors with a film on them which really distorts the driver's vision. It is especially bad on the driver's side where the mirror is divided to see far & near objects which is not necessary. This film only appears on the Advance Package vehicles. Due to the distraction & very poor visibility caused by these mirrors, Acura should issue a "recall" on these vehicles. On the 2018 vehicles this flaw was corrected. Additionally, the interior appointment of this vehicle could be improved with a nicer dash, steering wheel, floor mats, etc. Also, the driver's seat will not push back far enough for my legs to feel comfortable & the driver’s seat is not comfortable. Consequently, I had to buy a seat cushion. Additionally, the ride is far too rigid & stiff taking bumps in the road too harshly. This car rides more like a sports car rather than a fully loaded SUV. I would never recommend this SUV.
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