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Used 2021 Acura RDX Consumer Reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

A quality vehicle

JR, 03/03/2022
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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This is my 2nd RDX and it still is the most comfortable car I have ever owned going back to the mid 60s. Maintenance has just been the Acura recommended schedule. Combo mileage of 22-24 mpg could be better. Has plenty of cargo room for camping outings.

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5 out of 5 stars

THE best RDX yet.

Reg., 12/04/2022
updated 12/06/2023
2021 Acura RDX 4dr SUV w/A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

This 2021 is my third RDX since 2016 and the best. Better suspension and handling.. The 4 cyl.turbo does the job with an excellent transmission . Thank god Acura did not use a crappy CVT like the Honda CRV.

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3 out of 5 stars

Pretty on the Outside

SpaGal L.A., 06/05/2023
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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I have been driving Acura since 2005. This is my 5th RDX, and I can honestly say that it is my least favorite! The navigation system is horrible. Nothing is user friendly, scrolling on a pad while driving is not an easy task. There are so many quirks with this vehicle, I can't wait for my lease to be over.. It might just be my last Acura

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4 out of 5 stars

Sporty suv

Jared, 02/02/2024
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Beautiful car, lovely interior. Gas mileage isn't great (have avg 20mpg so far.) The TouchPad has been easy to get used to, specially since previously owning Mazdas. Only other gripe, is it seems odd that remote start isn't standard on a vehicle that was 48k when new, when Civics have it standard on most trims. Also as an FYI, Aspec trims do not come with a spare tire.

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Goods SUVs for 2021...Acura is the Best!

Dr. Gene Snelling, 09/25/2020
2021 Acura RDX 4dr SUV w/Advance Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
7 of 26 people found this review helpful

Compare it to everything in its' class...then decide

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5 out of 5 stars

I LOVE MY RDX!

DonnaM, 07/03/2021
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Advance Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

Don’t look any further! The 2021 Acura RDX has it all!

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She’s Real Fine (My RDX)

Glenster47, 06/04/2022
updated 08/16/2024
2021 Acura RDX 4dr SUV w/Technology Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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This is my first time driving a car that includes a touchpad. It’s quite a remarkable vehicle. I intend to spend the anniversary of the purchase of my RDX re-reading the Owner’s Manual to Find more features and benefits that I have yet to use.

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Excellent

Excellent , 04/28/2023
2021 Acura RDX 4dr SUV w/A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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Excellent engineering & maneuverability. Fun & safe car to drive.

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Perfect

Big Wave Dave, 06/28/2023
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD PMC Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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Like everything, just wish it had backup sensors.

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2 out of 5 stars

Decent audio if you can get it, horrible MPG

A Pinch, 01/20/2024
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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We bought our 2021 Acura RDX Aspec, used from the deal with 5,000 miles on it and under warranty. Love many things about this car, that we've put 10,000 miles on in 2 years, but the audio system SUCKS! The USB connection works maybe 60% of the time, but when it doesn't, there's no getting it to work, even if it was just working fine and you have touched a thing. If we're lucky enough to get it to connect via Bluetooth, the sound quality is TERRIBLE! This car is super fun to drive on mountain roads in sport+ mode, and the snow mode was awesome coming over the Sierras in a snow storm, but my average MPG is 17.8 and this car only takes premium gas. I'm going to see if the dealer has a fix for the audio issue, because I'd rather have a root canal than go through the buying process, or take it to the dealership again, but this pathetic audio system is so infuriating, I have no choice.

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4 out of 5 stars

RDX

Former Porsche driver , 11/15/2021
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful

Runs good, a lot of bells and whistles, comfortable ride

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5 out of 5 stars

Great SUV

Scott VDC, 12/21/2021
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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Great vehicle. Lots of room with a smaller foot print. Acura know how to design and build a SUV.

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Peppy

Kay, 01/02/2022
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love my RDX I love the all wheel drive in the luxury of this vehicle however I don’t love going to the gas pumps once a week I put 21,000 miles on in 12 months

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5 out of 5 stars

Love it

Ladee3, 03/05/2024
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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I enjoy my luxury vehicle

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2 out of 5 stars

older models were better

V Duncan, Montville, NJ, 10/29/2024
2021 Acura RDX SH-AWD 4dr SUV AWD w/Technology Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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Two problems plus Acura customer service not at the luxory level: 1 - weak braking since the first day - I though I should let it run a little but it got worse - Acura had a recall on brakes and I found out about it too late - Acura corporate refuse to pay even prorated for the brake job and this still in waranty; $2000 expense for me at the dealer; 2 - mileage unsatisfactory: 22.8mpg the best I can get while I expect 25 mpg - a very good technician tells me that either the programing or some sensor(s) need to be changed - dealer says this mileage is normal!! Acura corporate customer service refuses to pay even prorated for a car in warranty subject to a recall on brakes??? Notn too good for the Acura prestige. And finally something less important - took delivery on the new car and I have steering vibration - one of the front wheels not balanced corectly; Monday morning job and no Quality Control?

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