Anyone thinking of buying a used RDX should research the common and very expensive problem of the wastegate boost loss, throwing a "P2263 Check Emissions" code. Once it does you will end up having to replace the entire turbo around 90k-150k miles at a cost of 5k-$10k depending on if you use Honda or an off market turbo. It's a $7 piece that gets out of round on the wastegate, that renders the car limp and will not pass an emissions test, and the only fix is to replace the entire turbo. I've owned 3 RDXs and will never buy another after finding out the hard way.
VERY good review... very comprehensive and to the point without being boring. Such a great vehicle, so too bad about the one major handicap; fuel economy. 👍👍
It’s gonna be a good weekend. Pandemic lockdown in Ontario but we can binge watch a bunch of Mike C videos. Can’t wait to see a review of a Toyota Matrix one day!
MR. Ford got the best of us yet again As for the video. One thing to keep in mind with RDX. They are notorious for blowing out turbo chargers. Stay far away it's very costly to replace.Take the Crv with less moving parts and headache.
I always love testing new vehicles and would certainly jump at the opportunity to do a Matrix - I've always liked those and the Vibe. Hopefully one of these days!
@@moeanthony9308 Absolutely people need to be aware! It's a very common problem, that Honda refuses to address, and it's $5,000 to $10,000 to fix it. There's no simple fix other than replacing the entire turbo, and your RDX won't pass emissions until you do.
@@dand900 well said. I knew a few folks who literally walked away from their RDX because like you say. Way too much too repair. Turbo unless Toyota is a big joke.
I really really really want one. These are such beautiful SUVs. And imo this really is an SUV. Now, granted, it's not the cool boxy SUVs from back in the day. But this isn't a gross super round design. It has the curves in the right places, that nice turbo charged 2.4 K series. Hell I don't think any of the other Hondas/Acura came with this particular configuration. I love it
I had one bur i think it was a lemon. Turbo was shot. I'm looking at another about 8k 130kmiles. I loved it, i fully believe it was just the turbo that was shot.
I have 2008 RDX. I bought it 2 year old and I drive it for 12 years. 370K on it. Love it in general. All Pros are in the video. Cons are: bad on gas, air conditioner compressor got changed 3 times, turbo gasket gave me a huge problem once. But I put regular in it all the time before and after and it's fine. Also multiple interior "leather" parts needed to be changed or repaired. Noone can figure out the reason of battery drain for years, even though I have bluetooth disconnected. Voice recognition is a joke. Audio system makes some buzzy sound. Too hard to figure out some street names on the Navi.
@@MrBumpalicious On the wet weather it might not survive overnight. So I diconnect the battery if it's raining. Cold weather is not a problem though. Hot weather is fine. If you leave it for a week in the airport parking, it won't start. Also you can't keep ignition on while the engine is off. After just 5 or 10 minutes it won't start.
I'm interested in the "turbo gasket" issue. What were the symptoms and were you getting any error codes, such as "Check Emissions System" which is a common code when the turbo goes bad and needs to be replaced?
Had an 2007 RDX got rid of it in 2018 because it had issues at 153,000 miles after buying it used at a Toyota dealer at 80,000 miles in 2011. A/C stopped working, battery drain that was never solved by 2 Acura dealers, which caused the RDX to have no battery after a few days if you didn't use it. Pretty disappointed considering I had a TSX and 2 Honda Accords before this. I do miss the turbo engine.
The battery drain was most likley a faulty bluetooth module. Super easy to get to and remove. There was a class action lawsuit for this on the late 2000 rdx’s i believe
Don't miss the turbo too much, it commonly goes out at 100k-150k miles, and costs $5k-$10k to replace. You got lucky if the battery drain was your only issue.
I found a 2008 AWD with 54k miles on it one owner, accident on the carfax for 9300. I am on the fence to replace my 08 RAV4 which will probably be better gas mileage
Very stiff suspension. This was one of main reasons why it never sold well compared to the softer 2nd 13-18 Gen RDX (mpg was another). The RDX is a very good hammer if you only see nails.
Hell yes!
I have a 2007 RDX with 316K miles on the original engine, transmission and turbo!
That's good to hear. Just bought a 2010 Tech which has 200,000km (124,000 miles) on it. Should be lots of life left in it!
@@jeffbowyer8886 For sure!
@Rob Hansult For sure. Suspension tuing is perfect on these!
Haha my turbo wastegate or smth is broken so I got little to no boost. 97k miles
@@Kana0211 Ouch. What is the repair protocol on that?
Mine has 300k miles on it. Love it!
Nice. 316K here. We are in an exclusive club!
How's the mpg so far?
17-22. On 93.
You guys who are in the 300k mile club, did you have to replace the turbo or trans?
@@dereksylvester2226 mine are both original. The trans usually have no problems
Just bought one yesterday! I’ve always wanted one so I finally got my hands on one. Drives very good and fully loaded. Love it
Do you give it Premium or Regular?
@@RCCarDude I give it premium 91
@@RCCarDudepremium unless you want engine knock down the road.
I got 2009 rdx with 115,000 miles. Awesome vehicle love it. Recently did oil change/tune up. Runs smooth. Black leather chrome acura rims.
Anyone thinking of buying a used RDX should research the common and very expensive problem of the wastegate boost loss, throwing a "P2263 Check Emissions" code. Once it does you will end up having to replace the entire turbo around 90k-150k miles at a cost of 5k-$10k depending on if you use Honda or an off market turbo. It's a $7 piece that gets out of round on the wastegate, that renders the car limp and will not pass an emissions test, and the only fix is to replace the entire turbo. I've owned 3 RDXs and will never buy another after finding out the hard way.
Currently looking at one with 69k milles, really about to pull the plug on this one
Are there any preventative measures you can take?
@@krosskid7657update? how is it if you got it?
@@krosskid7657 do it
Something I should’ve done before getting my current 2011 RDX, I had to replace the whole turbo, but luckily I spent 3k on it & not 5k+
Such a great and underrated vehicle
VERY good review... very comprehensive and to the point without being boring. Such a great vehicle, so too bad about the one major handicap; fuel economy. 👍👍
Very under rated rated SUV..one of the best ever if u ask me
For sure
It’s gonna be a good weekend. Pandemic lockdown in Ontario but we can binge watch a bunch of Mike C videos. Can’t wait to see a review of a Toyota Matrix one day!
MR. Ford got the best of us yet again
As for the video. One thing to keep in mind with RDX. They are notorious for blowing out turbo chargers. Stay far away it's very costly to replace.Take the Crv with less moving parts and headache.
I always love testing new vehicles and would certainly jump at the opportunity to do a Matrix - I've always liked those and the Vibe. Hopefully one of these days!
What is real fuel conscumption autoban? 100km liter?
@@moeanthony9308 Absolutely people need to be aware! It's a very common problem, that Honda refuses to address, and it's $5,000 to $10,000 to fix it. There's no simple fix other than replacing the entire turbo, and your RDX won't pass emissions until you do.
@@dand900 well said. I knew a few folks who literally walked away from their RDX because like you say. Way too much too repair. Turbo unless Toyota is a big joke.
Love this suv mine is 350k miles now still going strong
powerful engine with the turbo. they should of made it available in the mdx. especially since it would be easy to service and no timing belt
I really really really want one. These are such beautiful SUVs. And imo this really is an SUV. Now, granted, it's not the cool boxy SUVs from back in the day. But this isn't a gross super round design. It has the curves in the right places, that nice turbo charged 2.4 K series. Hell I don't think any of the other Hondas/Acura came with this particular configuration. I love it
I had one bur i think it was a lemon. Turbo was shot. I'm looking at another about 8k 130kmiles. I loved it, i fully believe it was just the turbo that was shot.
2011 RDX fwd with Helo 18” wheels. I can get up to 28 mpg but 24-25 is normal. My 2007 shAwd was tough to get 23 mpg
I have 2008 RDX. I bought it 2 year old and I drive it for 12 years. 370K on it. Love it in general. All Pros are in the video. Cons are: bad on gas, air conditioner compressor got changed 3 times, turbo gasket gave me a huge problem once. But I put regular in it all the time before and after and it's fine. Also multiple interior "leather" parts needed to be changed or repaired. Noone can figure out the reason of battery drain for years, even though I have bluetooth disconnected. Voice recognition is a joke. Audio system makes some buzzy sound. Too hard to figure out some street names on the Navi.
Thanks for the insight I’m looking to get one too. I’ve heard a lot about that battery drain, how fast does it happen?
@@MrBumpalicious On the wet weather it might not survive overnight. So I diconnect the battery if it's raining. Cold weather is not a problem though. Hot weather is fine. If you leave it for a week in the airport parking, it won't start. Also you can't keep ignition on while the engine is off. After just 5 or 10 minutes it won't start.
I'm interested in the "turbo gasket" issue. What were the symptoms and were you getting any error codes, such as "Check Emissions System" which is a common code when the turbo goes bad and needs to be replaced?
This Suv is unreal way ahead of it time
True
Thanks for the video! looking at one with 150k km
I love my 2012 RDX turbo
Nice job on the review. I am looking at one of these for my Daughter
Really detailed review 👍🏿
Had an 2007 RDX got rid of it in 2018 because it had issues at 153,000 miles after buying it used at a Toyota dealer at 80,000 miles in 2011. A/C stopped working, battery drain that was never solved by 2 Acura dealers, which caused the RDX to have no battery after a few days if you didn't use it. Pretty disappointed considering I had a TSX and 2 Honda Accords before this. I do miss the turbo engine.
How long do you recommend holding onto it?
Why didn’t you just replace the battery
The battery drain was most likley a faulty bluetooth module. Super easy to get to and remove. There was a class action lawsuit for this on the late 2000 rdx’s i believe
What is real fuel conscumption autoban? 100km liter?
Don't miss the turbo too much, it commonly goes out at 100k-150k miles, and costs $5k-$10k to replace. You got lucky if the battery drain was your only issue.
I love my 2007
I found a 2008 AWD with 54k miles on it one owner, accident on the carfax for 9300. I am on the fence to replace my 08 RAV4 which will probably be better gas mileage
That sounds like a steal!
@@DrivenCompanion I am just worried about turbo problems. I have also a shot at a V6 Rav 08 82k for 10k Limited. On the fence
Gas mileage is not great, but will be replaced with a turbo and a drivers car. So fun to drive! AWD makes the curvy back roads a thrill.
@@BeingNicc has a stiff ride and handles more like a 2dr coupe than a suv. Very fun to drive on curvy roads
What is real fuel conscumption autoban? 100km liter?
How much is fuel consction ?km per liter
Mechanic told me about turbo issues red flags 🚩🚩🚩
Nice video! Very informative. I’m looking at an 09 base with 130k for 9k. Curious on your thoughts.
Sounds like a great price if its in good condition
I just got one 2010 with 132k for 5k I’m so happy
@@princessmaria9659 Wow, lucky you
@@princessmaria9659 Does it cost more to service and for gas?
@@yolanda9730 Service should be the same as other vehicles. It does however require premium gasoline.
How its ride are hursh? Ride quality how is it?
Very stiff suspension. This was one of main reasons why it never sold well compared to the softer 2nd 13-18 Gen RDX (mpg was another). The RDX is a very good hammer if you only see nails.
2010 had softer ride, I bought 2011 for firmer with 19” wheels. Older now wished I bought 2010, ha.
Hey I wanna get the body kit that is in the front
Sharp edges? Where
I just got an '09. Electrical snags ... it started itself several times, and moves mirrors randomly.🤨
You have to be sure to put the selector for right or left side mirror back in the middle or the side mirror that is selected will move on it's own.
Is this car good on gas like the CRV?
No this one has Up to 19 city / 24 highway
No that’s one thing it’s terrible at
Otherwise it’s a great SUV
I've never ever got above 22 mpg on the hwy (75 mph posted speed), no less than 17 mpg in the city, and usually 18-19 mpg combined on my 08 RDX tech.
I get 13.7 miles per gallon, that is the only negative thing about this car!!
Doesn't it require premium gas?
Otherwise can't beat Honda reliability plus some SHAWD sprinkles
@@kimochi33 Yep, I average $55-$65 per fillup
Is it premium gas only?
Yes
I have a 2008 RDX, Regular gas more than 10 years, 165k miles now, no problem.
Yeah
@@yong5280 I would love to see how your RDX performs on Regular
91 Octane is required and you must also use full syn oil in the engine.
This is a fast crv upscale
Good video man u should buy a supercar then u will have more subscribers
I don't have any desire for a supercar but would definitely like a sports car at some point. My goal is to hit 100K subs before I buy one though.
OK man I like ur videos
@@DrivenCompanion this is a sport utility vehicle though.
What is real fuel conscumption autoban? 100km liter?