The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
80
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Great
82/100
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Average
70/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Great
86/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Average
79/100
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2017 Acura RDX after 90-days of ownership.
Rear visibility
Interior storage spaces
Comfort of the 2nd row seats
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2017 Acura RDX during the first 90-days of ownership.
Styling of the dashboard
Vehicle's handling on curves
The vehicle's voice recognition and bluetooth
Performance Specs
MPG City
19 - 20
MPG Hwy
27 - 28
Horsepower
279
Transmission
6 speed, Automatic w/OD
Engine
Premium Unleaded V-6
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2017 Acura RDX Review
Overview
The Acura RDX has been designed from the outset to be more powerful more efficient and more aggressive. The powerful engine and steering wheel mounted paddle shifters remind you that the RDX is a vehicle for those who like to drive. Get your RDX in front or all-wheel drive and choose from one of 4 distinct packages. The sophisticated interior remains incredibly spacious. You’ll get 26 cubic feet of storage space behind the rear seats and almost 80 cubic feet of total cargo space. And you’ll always be connected with the available AcuraLink technology. Stream your internet media check emails and texts and even lock and unlock your doors remotely. Create your own signature style by choosing from a wide range of exterior colors and package options. The Acura RDX. Aggressively styled powerfully efficient.
Technology
With available AcuraLink the RDX keeps you connected to the world. Access the internet check emails and texts lock and unlock doors remotely and get directions or make reservations. You can even send a location from your smartphone or PC to the navigation system as a ready-to-drive route. Steer clear of traffic jams and save time with the AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic feature. Together the Acura Navigation System and the AcuraLink will become your new best friends making drive time stress free.
Safety
The new RDX features a host of available and standard safety features. It starts with the body. An Advanced Compatibility Engineering body structure design distributes frontal crash energy evenly throughout the front of the vehicle. When combined with other innovative safety technologies like Lane Keeping Assist Collision Mitigating Brakes and the Blind Spot Information System the RDX has your safety constantly in mind.
Performance
You’ll get immediate response every time you hit the accelerator courtesy of a 3.5-liter i-VTEC engine pumping out a powerful 279 horsepower and 252 pound-feet of torque. Its all-aluminum construction further improves handling by lightening the power plant. Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters have 2 modes. DRIVE mode makes quick gear changes and then returns to automatic operation once a steady speed is reached. SPORT mode puts you in full manual control. Once up to highway cruising speeds Variable Cylinder Management takes over enabling the RDX to run on three cylinders for dramatically improved fuel-efficiency.