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I would not buy again
wayne wallace, 10/07/2018
updated 10/12/2021
2019 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
33 of 37 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2014 RDX and after 120,000 of virtually trouble free miles I was excited to purchase a 2019 with all its technology and performance hype. I have already a turbo air cooler come off causing me to be all but stranded on the side of the road. Despite the performance hype the turbo 4 in no way out performs the silky smooth previous v-6 and gas millage is horrible. My v6 would easily run on mid-grade gasoline and deliver 24 mpg on weekly commute. The 2019 runs on Premium fuel and barley get 21mpg. The lack of power is sometimes scary when pulling out in traffic. Don't be fooled by a transmission that has 10 speeds and constantly lets the engine freely rev, look at the speedometer and you will realize you haven't actually sped up to the speed you think you have. I anticipate an investigation into HP and TQ claims as they must have been falsified. I do like the technology and ride of the vehicle and it handles more like a sports car than a SUV but the lack of power and constant transmission shifts are pure annoying. Since my initial review there have been more electrical problems and the car is overall a poor choice
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Best ever
Pierce Newton, 07/24/2018
2019 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
27 of 30 people found this review helpful
My wife calls me a serial car buyer because I have bought so many new cars. The black ASpec is the best yet. I did a lot of research and the thing I was concerned about was the touch pad interface. I'm 70 years old and not very computer savvy. My concerns were not justified. The system is easy to use even for me. I love the majestic black pearl paint with red interior. I usually drive in the Sport mode but Sport+ is awsome. We just made a 1500 mile trip to south Texas and the car (and auto cooling seats!) Performed perfectly. Gas milage was about 28 round trip and the seats very comfortable. I wish the HUD had been available in the A-Spec but I just had to have those red seats! A sports car masquerading as an SUV!
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Bad decision
Kristin, 03/21/2019
2019 Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
I have owed this car for 3 months. It’s been in the shop 4 times. Twice for the brakes, which still is not fixed. Once for the sensor just randomly going off. And twice for the struts, suspension, and shocks that had to be completely replaced!! I regret this purchase!
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Defective XM Radio in all 2019 RDX
S Werner, 02/12/2019
2019 Acura RDX Technology Package 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
When starting the car or turning on the XM Radio, the monitor indicates that it is "loading" This can load for 3 to 5 minutes before the XM Radio controls are functional. I consider this to be a defect as the radio is not operating what most users would consider to be normal. I first talked to the dealer. The dealer confirmed that this was a wide spread problem. The dealer said is was a know problem and that Acura had not issued a fix or any infomration on if or when a fix was coming. I wrote to Acura to share with them that I was not satisfied with the operation of the XM Radio. Today Acura Client Relations responded after a considerable delay: " Dear xxxxxxx, Thank you for writing to us. We apologize for our delayed response and hope this message finds you well. We're sorry to hear this delay with XM service has been detracting from your new vehicle experience. We have documented what you are experiencing and if a product update is released to address it you will be notified via standard mail. We hope you have other wise been enjoying the RDX and thank you for alerting us to this issue. We welcome you to contact us with any additional questions. Our customer service team can be reached on Twitter @AcuraClientCare, or via Live Chat through our website, http://owners.acura.com/help/client-relations. Kind regards, Acura Client Relations Case #xxxxxxxx Their response ignores my complaint as if does not acknowledge that this is a defect that the company is planning or even needs to address. I am very surprised and disappointed in the lack of concern about acknowledging that this is a prolem that deserves any attentiopn.
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Computer system cannot be fixed
Unsatisfied customer, 09/27/2019
2019 Acura RDX Advance Package 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
Do not get this car. I repeat. Do not get this car. The computer system is [non-permissible content removed]. The computer does not shut off when the car is off. The battery goes dead. Roadside assistance charges the battery. The dealer resets the system by unplugging the battery and reconnecting it. The same problem continues days later. There is no current fix. Acura states we do not know what to do,