2020 Acura RDX - An MVP with a critical flaw
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- A tremendous value, there’s only one detail holding the 2020 Acura RDX back from being best in class.
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Few cars luxury compact crossovers offer more luxury than the 2020 Acura RDX. A strong, 272-horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder and a flawless 10-speed automatic transmission make it a joy to drive on both highways and backroads. Its sharp looks and upscale interior make it a joy to park in your driveway. And with a starting price of $37,600, the base trim is an unbeatable deal.
But Acura’s insistence on the True Touchpad Interface makes dealing with the RDX’s infotainment system a chore. Similar in function to the Remote Touch trackpad found in Lexus vehicles, the RDX trades a simple touchscreen for a high-tech control device. While it’s clever in theory, mapping 1-to-1 to the infotainment screen, George found it frustrating to use.
On the bright side, the RDX is downright spacious for a compact crossover. Nearly 30 cubic feet of cargo space expands to 58.9 total cubes when the rear seat is folded. There’s also a hidden storage compartment under the trunk floor. Add in advanced safety tech, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and plenty of cupholder and USB ports, and the RDX is a great choice for small families shopping for a luxury car.
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The RDX is soooo beautiful😩😩😳all acuras cars look soo niceeeee.
Badge is to big for my taste but they all drive really great. I drove a TXL base wow so impressed. I have a 2019 RDX Apec.
@@midiman5045 Reliability has been going downhill. Owned many Acuras since 2006, but wont buy another one.
@@raknoknak I had a 90 L Legend. It was a great car very reliable. I think all cars are in that league now. Look at all the recalls across all the brands. It's quite disturbing for me to see that..
You probably dont give a shit but if you're stoned like me during the covid times then you can stream all the latest series on instaflixxer. Have been watching with my girlfriend for the last couple of months :)
@Jeremiah Deangelo yup, I've been using instaflixxer for years myself =)
The Acura badge looks good with the new grill. Would hardly call it comical.
Lando CalrisiaN it does look good but when Acura does it people like to hate. Mercedes who’s emblem is bigger no one seems to notice.
@@AFCompany I think people are still adjusting.
i think its too big also..
It's way too big and sticks out too far. One of the only mistakes they made on the exterior.
ZDriver1996
That emblem has a radar in it thats why
Don’t understand why they keep saying stuff about the infotainment system, unless you’re just slow to catch on to stuff. Or maybe because everything on the car is perfected just right for the owner? I think these reviewers needs something bad to say about something.
It’s funny they complain about the touch pad, took me 1 drive to get used to it and now it’s very very easy. I have zero complaints with it... mind u, I almost didn’t even want to look at this suv as an option because of that system... now I love the car.
I've had my 19' RDX A-Spec Trim since July 2019. I upgraded from a 16' CIvic EX-T Coupe. I must say what an UPGRADE! I initially thought I was going to dislike the shifter buttons. However, it's been a breeze. my only two gripes with the RDX is the squealing brakes and infotainment system glitches that i'm currently experiencing. Like other's who commented said the Infotainment system is intuitive #FACT it is. It's also important to note that Acura is currently working on a fix regarding the squealing brakes which happens in the morning when I'm reversing out of my driveway. As for the carplay, that's an issue with Apple and we're waiting on a new build to be released. Car play would knock out and I wouldn't have any sound coming out regardless of channel (FM/AM, XM or Bluetooth). The current fix is to reset the infotainment system, which is far more in depth than pressing and holding the power button. Overall the RDX is great value and premium vehicle. I chose Acura because of the brand loyalty and incentives, as well as not wanting a RIDICULOUS lease payment that BMW and Benz expect. Can't wait for the SNOW so I can see what the SH-AWD does!!
Matthew Markman, I hope you got winter tires before playing in the snow! They make a much bigger difference in staying out of the ditches than any kind of AWD. But having both is the way to go.
steer ppl to the x3 because of the infotainment? good jokes man.... good jokes....
What about the fact the X3 is a better car in almost every other way, including infotainment? Yes, it’s more expensive, but you get what you pay for!!
@@rival121 Agree to disagree, I have two family members, 1 with X5(17') and another with X3(15'). X5 leased, X3 bought. X5 can't wait for end of lease. X3 is banging her head against the wall (warranty is out, she's having nightmares). Another family member GLS (18'), first week cupholder cooler/heater went (he had a 13' GL 350 Diesel prior @ ~$100000CAD-ish? Sold it for 14k CAD, needed a new transmission, 13-18 = 5 years. Now if you mean great looks, luxury, badge and driving dynamics are traits of "better" but fuck quality, then yeah. Personally I'll stick to my 17' MDX Elite and my wife to her RX.
@Reno2324 Overall owner satisfaction of both the X3 and X5 are better than both the RX and especially the (dated) MDX. MDX reliability, and Acura all around has been a disappointment in recent years since they have been trying to play catch up in the infotainment and transmission arenas. RX is just a sleepy and unremarkable bore fest. Zzzzzz....
and for the famous BMW reliability :)
wow did you hear about MDX transmission issues from last 7 years? Acura/Honda is not that reliable either with transmissions.
I've had my 2020 A Spec for about 2 months now. The things you're complaining about go away with the first day of ownership. The touch pad is intuitive and keeps your eyes on the road. I had a baby and needed something that was big enough for a stroller and groceries while having enough space for passengers and this suv was perfect. The handling is unbelievably enjoyable. One of the best handling SUVs I've driven. My complaint is the lack of power. It should have at least 300 hp since it's basically a Type R motor. I'm anxiously waiting to see if they make a Type S for the RDX.
Apaolo we have a baby on the way and that’s why we’re considering the Rdx a spec too (probably a 2019 to save a little money). I currently drive a 2007 TL Type S. Anything else about the car that you don’t like? Thanks in advance and congrats on the baby 👍🏻
@@Pandoraaaa408 grats on your baby as well! The only complaints I have besides the lack of power is my navigation barely works. The car has no idea where it is haha. I live in Massachusetts and the car thinks it's in California for some reason. Not sure if it just needs a software update or what but I haven't had a chance to bring it to the dealer. Also, the car is limited to 110 mph which is strange to me. If you like going fast once and awhile this isn't the best SUV to buy but it's perfect otherwise.
I learned the infotainment system my first day of driving my 2020 rdx super easy and you never take your eyes off the wheel
It’s funny, only reviewers seem to find the infotainment an issue. Owners get used to it and it’s a non issue
I have the 2019 and I love it, once you know how to use the central console everything comes very easy
"The logo is too big.." I would bet if that size logo was a three pointed star you wouldn't complain.
And lit up, to boot!
Wil W The Mercedes logos get bigger every year!
The touchpad requires proper setup for your use, learning shortcuts from steering wheel and CarPlay voice commands. Is it perfect, no. It is not something that was a deal breaker for buying the RDX because the car shines in so many other areas. 😊
The infotainment is actually pretty nice, way to use and the screen will never have greasy fingerprints all over it. I love my 2020 RDX.
I have a 2019 RDX, Infotainment doesn't bother me. I think it's awesome, unless you are a very picky person and looking for a perfect car in a perfect world.
The dash screen is meant to be untouched for finger prints & scratches. The system forces you to adapt to it & is well worth it once you be objective.
Out of all the Luxury SUV's, this is the only one I have never noticed.
I am torn between the Lexus NX300, & the Acura RDX, to me the RDX is a more practical car for me, because it offers more on the base model. But the Lexus has always been my dream car.
I like the 2020 RDX I just leased. Infotainment isn't hard to understand or master but I don't love it. Beyond this, I'm just now, after 3 weeks with the car, seeing my first "infotainment system crash" which looks a lot like the 2019 RDX infotainment issues. This should have been covered in the review.
I love the car I can’t get the downloads I have to go to the Acura dealer I don’t know what’s wrong, soon as my next-door neighbor who has a 2020 RDX
We bought a '20 tech in Jan '20 (2 mos ago) We've had the car 60 days and I'm on my 5th trip back to the dealer. I've never had this happen before. We're Honda/Acura loyalists, this being our 9th Honda/Acura vehicle and it's an embarrassment to the brand.
Within the first month we had to have lower control arm bushings replaced, which is a known problem that they're still not repairing but selling this way. The brakes constantly squeal and there's no TSB, so no resolution. The lift gate was misaligned and damaged the tailgate trim and the Acura rep wants to "sand down the clear-coat" to smooth the damage versus replacing the trim - on a NEW car, and it has the worst leather seat upholstery stitching and assembly I've ever seen.
It's also a gas guzzler, averaging 17.5 in mixed driving and only 20 or 21 on 500 mile highway drive. It doesn't even approach the EPA numbers on the window sticker, EVER. All the complexity of a four cylinder turbo w/10 speed transmission to get what MPG? Huh? My pick up truck does better!
The only bright side is that the dealer is great, but they can't make up for a poorly designed and manufactured vehicle.
There are much better choices. Save yourself from the mistake we made, look at something else. There's already one class action suit for this redesigned model. Buyers beware.
What other suvs would you recommend over this? Have your issues with your car been resolved?
@@chronot1342
Check out how badly Honda/Acura have fallen in quality ranking and it tells you everything you need to know. When Mini has better reliability it's time to take stock of your situation and how your brands legendary reliability has been trashed, and FIX IT.
Old 7 months, over 10x to dealer and they can't do anything without Acura's guidance and approval to fix. It's an impossible situation.. There are manufacturing issues they KNOW about but continue to build and sell - and let owners deal with the fallout, hoping there's a percentage that just live with it while Acura figures out if they want to issue a Technical Service Bulletin or not.
Gas mileage is an abomination for this size vehicle. We've had full size SUV's that got within 2 mpg. Its "sporty" positioning is a joke, it just rides firmer, but has steering that is so numb that there's not enough feel to be "sporty".
Check out the Volvo xc60, Model Y, X3, Acadia or Terrain Denali, Cherokee High Altitude, Corsair, or Stelvio if you want out of ordinary. Or go larger because there's no benefit in losing so much space, comfort, and quality by going with the RDX. The RDX has 10 gears all designed to make it feel strong at lower speeds - but it's gutless at highway speeds, has indecisive shifts, and cant' manage even mediocre MPG at speeds over 65 MPH.
You'll see posts of owners claiming high-20 mpg, but "you have to keep it around 65", then reflect on the 19 /20 we're getting with adaptive cruise set to 72-73 with 2 pax, and the dealer and Acura admitting that's what they're seeing in their own RDX's. It cannot even manage the lower published MPG number. Never has.
We turned in a '17 Acadia Denali lease for the RDX, and the contrast is massive. The Acadia was smooth, roomy, luxurious, better equipped, QUIET, and had a better sorted drive train that was more powerful and energetic - and would return 26 mpg easy, loaded with 6 pax, gear, and driving at speeds in excess of 75 mph and in mixed driving matched the RDX but had a wonderful 300 horsepower V6 that pulled like a freight train from stop.
I was an import buyer my whole life, and still have an import sedan and pick-up, but after 3 American SUV's (Buick, GMC, Jeep) my experience has been that American brand SUV's are the easiest to live with; less problems, better equipped, thoughtful options, and by a large margin the the least costly to maintain.
I could care less about the infotainment system unless it was a real pain to operate. The main selling points for me is the great drivetrain with it's powerful Turbo charged 4cly and SH AWD. Its as close as you can get to the performance of the AWD Kings, the Lancer Evolution or Subaru STi but in a more comfortable family friendly package.
Touch screens are fine for when you're not driving. When you're driving, nothing beats tactile buttons for quick intuitive controls when you're not looking at a damn screen but the road.
But the problem is driving downtown with my music blasting and windows down looks better in a BMW than lexus or acura, that will always be a problem for me.
Not having a touchscreen is a huge fail IMO. Acura should have just Included both a touchscreen and touchpad to give people a choice. While you shouldn't be using either while driving, a touchscreen is far easier to use.
Four cylinder for $50,000? Terribly laid out interior with a stupid knob in the center of the dash? Give me a break.
A touch screen would be better than a clunky touch pad, come on Acura
I only want touchscreens, but they have to be in easy reach.
Mitchell Barnow 2020 Lexus RX!!!!
@@JJustinXu dude you clearly work for Lexus. Stop. Thing is like watching paint dry
LOL all the people who bought one commenting on here why they like it ("I've had mine for 3 weeks and not a single problem!" LOL). Of course you wanted one, that's why you bought one. The reliability isn't what it used to be so see you in a year or two when your Hondura starts to break down, if it hasn't already. The infotainment system in particular is giving people lots of problems. I would buy a CPO BMW, Audi or Lexus before spending this ridiculous amount of money on a Honda.
Personally, I prefer the dual screen layout from the earlier models. They look more futuristic and elegant to me. Never had problems with controls. Glad that MDX still has it in 2020.
An iPhone is made to work with a touch screen. No touch screen is a fatal flaw. I have to look at the screen, look down at the touch pad, look up at the screen, and then carefully stare and concentrate on the screen to click on the right item. It's just dangerous to use. Hate it.
so you are saying it's not dangerous when you try to reach to that screen and have to focus to see where to touch on that screen ? 🤣
Why are you looking at the pad? You should intuitively touch it, the screen will light up where you are touching, then you slide to where you want to be and click. It's easy.
I think its time for acura to ditch the analog gauges for digital ones
I am not so sure. Audi is the only manufacturer that does it well. The rest are too bright at night, too grey (black), too laggy or not sharp enough. Review after review, I see laggy or faded looking gauges..it actually looks much worse than standard, real life 3D analog gauges. Plus it's one less super-expensive-to-repair screen to replace later when it inevitably fails or half the screen goes dark.
No they always make them look so good and so simple it’s the best
What currency? Don’t know where you are.
I still would prefer a touch screen instead of that stupid trackpad! Miss an in-dash CD player still. It takes a few minutes for the temperamental usb-audio to initialize...that’s irritating!! Don’t like all electric shifting! It takes a second for the the gears to engage, it rolls forward then reverse engages! It’s fast...fast..fast! I hate I don’t have power folding mirrors and power tilt-telescoping steering wheel! Would I buy it again? We’ll see when my lease is up in 2021. I hope for 300+ hp V-6 or a hybrid!
A CD player?? You do realize we're not in 2002 anymore, right?
Way to not show the red front seats as you talk about the red seats...
The damn infotainment system doesn’t work well. I got rid of the car because I couldn’t deal with it. Had to pull the damn battery just to get it to shut off. Switch to a 3.3T Sport Genesis G70, no regrets. The only thing I kinda miss is the space of an SUV.
Acura hasn’t gotten their act together to fix the shitty infotainment system. It is betas at best. I had the 2019 A-spec and still wait for a reliable update. Every OTA updates bring new bugs. The TTI is easy to use and I prefer over the touch screen which leave oil finger prints. Overall I love this car minus the infotainment.
I am convinced a lot of car reviewers praise BMW when Acura blows the BMW out the water in terms of reliability, price, features. Jus get over yourselves car reviewers
I have a 2018 X3 and the infotainment and digital dash are always glitching Many electrical issues Im looking at the RDX next I was expecting more from a $55K suv
I traded in my 2016 BMW X5 40edrive for a 2020 Acura RDX. Why? Because in the last 3 years, this BMWx5 cost almost 5 thousand dollars every single year to repair, luckily it was under warranty.
A google user oofff that’s rough
bmw's will always be unreliable but the trade is 50/50 weight distribution, great gas mileage for the 4 cylinders, and status. Also their infotainment systems are sooo much easier to use than lexus, acura, and mercedes. Also, look at the reviews for the 2019 rdx on edmunds. They're abysmal.
Absolutely agree, the touchpad is so easy to use.
The infotainment system is NOT that difficult to get use too. I also have a 2019 Accord Touring with the exact same engine and transmission. Love them both. Great buy for the money.
I’ve had my 2020 Advance for 2 months now and absolutely love everything about it. I have no issues with the touchpad, it’s simple to use.
It does keep fingerprints off the screen, which is nice.
3:18... after complaining that it's not a touch screen.
"It comes so well equipped. It comes with standard features such as the 10.5" touch screen."
Have owned a 2020 RDX with the Technology Package for 3 Days. Took no time to master the infotainment system. Awesome vehicle. Blows away the 2017 RDX with Technology Package we traded in
Do you still like your rdx? I’m possibly buying a 2020 on Monday.
@@gregkeener911 Traded it in on a 2022 Cadillac XT5.
I agree with Ehdee ... in fact the touch pad is so easy to use ... if you are toooooooooooo "lazy" to adapt that is your problem... what is wrong here is that people take your word for it .... the obvious reason for the touch pad is that it is safer as you dont have to stretch so far ...
Agree
He prolly had 15 minutes to review and make assessments.
I rather reach my hand far to be honest
I've had my 2019 RDX since March of this year. The infotainment system is intuitive and easy to use so I don't get why people complain about it. I guess since the car has so few flaws reviewers have to have something to pick apart regardless of how minor and insignificant it is to the overall driving experience.......
does it have android auto? can you activate Google assistant from a physical button on the steering wheel?
@@aibarra11 no Android Auto. Even Toyota gets AA today.
I totally agree with you. I also have had my 2019 RDX since late May and I LOVE this car. The new info system is easy to learn (yeah, no more messy finger prints on the touch screen like my 2016 TLX) and I also LOVE the push-button gears.
No heated steering wheel and no 360 camera in the A-Spec is heartbreaking for me!
There’s a big difference between testing and owning a vehicle. Acura has offered infotainment that requires a learning curve and results in reviews of disapproval. Take it with a grain of salt. Their cars/suvs are a delight to own and infotainment quickly becomes a non-issue.
The infotainment is not hard to use lol it drives and handles well, so i dont see the problem besides not having AA wish really isnt a deal breaker.
AA?
Android auto. It is now avalible
Just sounds like BMW paid this guy to give an underated review. So tired of this crap.
Are you sure that it's BMW and not Infiniti?
stuff that he is saying is true. We have a brand new one an although it is great vehicle I think the infotainment needs some fixing.
Duno why all the American reviewers are bitching about the infotainment system. It's like listening to my 65-year-old father on how to use the iPhone 11.
You didn’t even mention SH-AWD... It feels like the car is on rails when you take a sharp corner at high speed, which is VERY remarkable for such a tall car.
RDX over the X3 any day
The X3 is horrid looking, boring interior, and way overpriced.
right now i looking at either x5 or rdx, currently have the lexus 200nx. i had a x5 5 years ago and it gave me problems a few times. rdx in blue really stands out
@@be4unvme Test drive the RDX. You will like it. I have the A-Spec version in blue with red leather. Love the ride. Also, if you want a bit more power, wait for the Type S version of the RDX. Will be a crazy SUV. Probably latest by 2022 but it could be next year. Not too sure on the release date.
@@cmd_76 x3 m40i over rdx any day. Nothing beats inline 6 and the infotainment system is way better in X3.
@@silentstormstudios come on man we just got a RDX and the x3 would've been our other pick. Acura's we have found have a number of recall's and issues but we are leasing so if we have a problem it should be resolved. BMW's have some great reliability though that's why I'm hoping to get a used one for my first car. And the prices aren't that much more than this car so don't be hard on it for that.
A car isn't about infotainment, it's about driving, defining the infotainment system on a car as it's critical flaw makes no sense.
The touch pad is awesome . You don’t scroll on the pad , you touch the pad for the location that you touch matches what is on the screen . When in Apple car play , it operates different and you scroll on the pad , oppose to touching when not in Apple car play. What you stated was incorrect . I just bought one and there is not a value better with everything you get . It’s an amazing car
Had my 2019 RDX since end of March and agree with you.......amazing car!!
Amazing car and fun to drive and fast too
I personally like the non touch screen it doesnt get dirty keeps the car looking clean
Guess....what cellphone do you use? Don’t tell me Nokia...🤘
@@edwinli4697 iphone?? Im entitled to my opinion
I agree 100 %. A nice clean screen is great. And the TouchPad is very easy to get used to.
Love the new look they really done it this time might even do a lease
Yet another car reviewer paid by Lexus...or Infiniti.... or even Audi...
Lol imagine reccomending a bmw over acura completely disregarding the depreciation of bmw and the reliability of acura.. i swear anybody can be a car reviewer..
We have an X5 and the headlight motor went, almost 3k to replace it. Thank god it was still under warranty but they tried to say rain got in it and when that happens it’s not covered. Like why would rain get in it and why would that be a known issue me they don’t cover it. Needles to say I also have an Acura RDX and 110k later not 1 issue.
I have a 2020 RDX and have zero issues with the touch pad. It took me mere minutes to get accustomed to it. Truly! The spilt screen is a none issue as well. Make up your own mind. I watched and read reviews before making my decision to purchase the RDX. I was hesitant to do so based on the infotainment reviews. I love my new SUV and have no regrets with my purchase.
Have you had any break squeaking issues? I purchased mine in August and have been having break squeaking issues since October. Took it in twice to the dealer, they confirmed the issue but was not able to fix it. Said they know of the issue and there is no fix until Acura decides to do something. Aggravating.
I haven’t had issues with my brakes squeaking. I had a Volvo XC90 before we bought the RDX. The brakes started squeaking on it so I took it in to our Volvo certified mechanic. He said I needed to get a hose that has a lot of pressure on it and wash the dust away from my brakes. He said the dust causes brakes to start squeaking. I would try that. It may not work but it just might.
@@ellamarie9709 Thanks for the reply. I think this break issue happens during colder weather only, i had no issues until it got colder in the midwest. By chance, are you in warmer or colder region? Just trying to narrow down the issue and see.
Maya V I live in Southeast Alabama. Our high today was 74. It does get cold here, it just doesn’t stay cold. In other words, today the high is 74, tomorrow the high will be 54.
You’re just looking for things to criticize👍🏼 I’m surprised you didn’t complain about something a little more similar..
wtf you're just getting upset because you own one now and regretting your decision lol, for potential buyers it certainly sticks out like a sore thumb
What exactly do you think a review is for?
Getting in, saying everything is good, and getting out?
Or for pointing out potential issues and comparing it to similar vehicles.
It’s the best car in its class period
I don’t have no complains I Love my 2019 RDX I had it since March it is beautiful.I love the screen and how it works very nice, no complains from me, love it.
I've had my 2019 rdx/tech for a month & my biggest complaint is the auto engine shutoff pointless. I always cut that feature off. I've never had an issue with the infotainment system since I have synced up with the Bluetooth feature on my phone, that way as soon as I start up the engine it automatically starts playing my spotify playlist.
Charles McKey I agree. I get in the car, Fire it up, and immediately hit the auto shut off button. Wish there was a way to permanently turn it off
Took home a ‘20 A-Spec a few weeks ago and it’s an awesome SUV. It didn’t take long to get used to the touch pad at all. I don’t under why people have such a hard time with it
Just bought the RDX but had a Chevy Malibu with touch screen before this. I think the touch pad will take getting used to but feels much safer.
I mean the whole purposes of not having a touchscreen is because the design is meant to keep your eyes on the road while you’re driving so I don’t feel like that a flaw, it’s rather the driver get used to it or not. Yes, on a higher brands have touchscreen but how much more you have to pay just to get that.
It's almost comical how much you use the word comical in your reviews.
A lady in my hood has the same color looks really nice the car as well.
I actually prefer the touchpad system - it's fairly intuitive once you get used to it as it doesn't require the precision of a pointer hovering above the icon. One can easily find the corners of the screen simply by feel of the corners of the trackpad and see it icons highlighted on the screen.
I'm probably in the minority but I don't care for touch screens at all. Much prefer something hand operated.
Clearly there is a brief learning curve with the touchpad infotainment system. But once you gain a comfort level, it’s the only way you’ll ever want to go. My only complaint has to do with the stiff yet choppy suspension system. Also my tech model lacks dampening that should be a standard. That said it’s a great value that performs well above expectations.
I love mine, some people don’t like change so that’s why they don’t like the tech.
Would you recommend it over the mdx?
Why does this guy need a touch screen? He probably has problems with smart phones too. I've had my 2019 RDX since late March 2019 and love it INCLUDING the new info system. Touch screens love finger prints like the 2016 TLX I traded in. Love the push-button gear button too.
touch screens are awesome , so much more convenient to use
I wish this had accord infotainment system
The logo isn't too big. It's too big to you.
It's too big
@@swanblake for who? For you too?
Blake Swan oh really? How do you feel about Mercedes emblem?
The logo isn't the right size. It's the right size to you.
See how that works?
I purchased my RDX tech package last week , no problem at all with the infotainment system, android auto already there. I like the dual screen.
my sister has the rdx i had the chance of driving it for a entire month. the true touch pad is actually quite responsive and easy to use. it does ask a couple of days to get use to because its a new interpretion of a mouse. i dont think its fair for the people who actually consider buying this car to tell them that is a bad system when the truth is you probably didnt spend enough time with it. after a week or so you should be able to use the mouse without even looking down . from the moment your arm is rest on the leather supporter, all you have to do is look at the screnn and touch exactly where u wanted. i personally think its a great implimentation. i wish the exhaust sounded better tho
● The system is confusing to use even when the RDX is parked, and it’s very distracting for drivers when the car is moving. For example, they’re forced to look at the screen to execute common audio tasks, and some adjustments are buried deep in submenus. We think it requires too much concentration, multiple steps and extended time with eyes off the road and hand off the wheel. It’s one of the worst systems that we’ve encountered recently.
●Braking performance is strong but the brake pedal has a spongy feel. The suspension quashes most bumps, but we found the ride to be rather firm and choppy. The cabin is quiet, barring a somewhat grainy engine noise.
●We got 22 mpg overall in our tests, which is average for the category, and no better than what we measured with the V6 in the previous-generation RDX. This figure also trails the performance from competitors’ small turbo engines, such as Audi, BMW, and Lexus.
●posting 52 mph through the course. Acura makes a big deal about its Super Handling AWD, which only comes into play when drivers accelerate through a corner.
●Most bumps are absorbed well, but the RDX has a jittery feel over rougher roads and on long drives.
●Most of the time the cabin is very quiet, but a coarse engine hum punches through under acceleration. It’s acceptable when driving aggressively, but annoying in everyday driving
●The brake pedal feels as if it isn’t responding at first, and it requires a bit of effort, which can make the driver feel less-than-confident.
●Although it’s nicely finished, the materials and build quality don’t quite match the best SUVs in this class. For example, the storage cubbies aren’t lined, there were some uneven panel gaps on the center console, and one of the dash vents didn’t move as freely as the others. Finally, there are plenty of soft-touch surfaces throughout the cabin, but the material on the upper dash and window sill is quite thin.
●The RDX’s controls are among the worst we’ve experienced. There is a steep learning curve to use the infotainment system, but it is still distracting and confusing to execute common audio functions even after drivers have some familiarity. The system is slow to load after the initial start up.
The point is, if you have to spend "a week or so" with it, then it's not intuitive. Did it take you a week to figure out where the mirror adjustments are? How to start it? How to turn on the radio?
Touch screens are really dangerous and impractical to use while driving.
Can easily be a deal breaker for me. I like tactile knobs, etc for instinctive functionality.
IT'S NOT
@@adrianwalan1131 show me please.
I have an rdx
@@adrianwalan1131 I'm waiting for you to show me. Anyhow since you have an RDX with a touch screen, I bet you I can turn on my radio, go to a preset station, adjust the volume, adjust my climate control faster than you can tap through menu screens all while barely looking at the buttons/knobs I'm reaching for while keeping my eyes on the road.
Acura changes the infotainment again and people are still complaining lmao. Like holy shit! Nothing is perfect. Car companies cant hit it on the head perfectly!!!!! It's still a great car for the MONEY.
Infotainment = small stuff. How does it handle? How comfortable is it on long trips? How is the traction in snowy conditions? That’s what’s important to me.
I have a 2020 RDX Advance, we just completed a 2500 mile round trip and the car is amazing. Good power for hills and passing, handles great, smooth, and quite. What more could you want. Highly recommend. It don't come with remote however. Well it does but you have to have the 20 bucks per month Acura app to use it. I told the dealership that was BS for a vehicle that cost close to 50K. They agreed to include remote start for free.
Had this vehicle as a loaner for a few days. I am not a fan of crossovers/small SUVs but I was very surprised how well the car drove.
It's full of tech that I found fairly easy to get used to, and much of the driver assist systems can be turned off if you prefer.
But Acura’s new True Touchpad interface, which serves as the primary control for the infotainment console, drew some fire. “After meandering into a desolate area out of range of any cell service, I tried searching for a ramen place nearby,” daily news editor Conner Golden said. “Five minutes later, I couldn’t make sense of the trackpad-based system, which was overly sensitive and then immediately unresponsive. I gave up and drove toward town until I regained service.” Automobilemag
@@normt5463 wow! You are so pathetic. 😯
@@normt5463 Repeat after me... "Buick is garbage!"
@@moe418 must be some good garbage too!
"Buick Enclave sales(2019 Q1 & Q2) place the large three-row crossover in first place in its competitive set in terms of overall sales volume, ahead of the Infiniti QX60 in second, Acura MDX in third, Audi Q7 in fourth (see Audi Q7 sales), and Volvo XC90 in fourth..."
@@moe418 what does Honda+ have in store for the future?
"...Buick is working on a major crossover offensive that involves introducing five new crossover models by the year 2020. Some of these new Buick crossovers will be next-generation iterations of current models, while others will be all-new entries...." gmauthority
Just bought one of these. It takes about an hour to get the infotainment system down. No screen finger prints, its awesome. A-spec model. Did add on heated steering wheel and remote start.
Really sick and tired of the infotainment bashing. Just had an Advanced RDX loaner for THREE hours, and no, did not comprehensively, totally master every aspect of the touch pad system. But, while driving a great deal of the 3 hours, became very accustomed to and comfortably familiar with it. This is absolutely NOT a reason to even consider an over-priced, over-hyped, unreliable bmw! Can't think of ANY reason to for that silly exercise. Many reviewers simply love to bash Acuras...if a German brand had this touch pad system first, they would drool and pee their pants over it! Back to my experience with the system, btw...I am 82 years old.
REALLY? You couldn't figure out the Infotainment touchpad? It is THE EASIEST one on the market. I taught it to myself on a 10 minute DRIVE one day. Nothing to think about, nothing hidden, no looking, no fumbling, no touch, touch touch. What's with you critics? Does something have to be stupidly technical to make it 'Worthy'? Just face the facts on this one. This car is badass and kicks butt over everything!
I love my RDX.
Well I don’t have a screen at all in my car so it couldn’t be that bad 😂😂😂
Getting the RDX in anything other than SH-AWD doesn't make any sense, considering the sportiness of the handling. So the base model won't cut it.
Acura over BMW all day. Beamers are money pits.
Stop dissing it with premium gas. It recommends it. Not required. Runs the same. I love mine
The RDX 'recommends' premium fuel. We've been mainly using regular or mid grade fuel since ownership 10 months ago and have noticed no performance effects for our driving patterns. The Acura badge on the front grille was a minor attraction for me. I love it. Each to his own but to me it isn't "comically" large. The base model might be the best value but for us the 16 speaker ELS sound system was crucial in our decision to purchase the Advance package along with all the other goodies. So far....it's been a good ride👍🏻
Been tempted to put 89 since is pricey on 91 here in California. Haven’t passed 21 mpg yet. Love the RDX Advance though.
@@jordycaicedo3700 Always run 91 or 93, these turbo 2.0L will get worse MPG and lower performance. Running non 91 or higher can cause damage if done long term
I ran “cheap” gas in my RDX because the salesperson said it was fine but still heard engine knock when accelerating to highway speed. For the well being of your engine please don’t use cheap gas.
@@battery_wattage RDX can run great even on 87 octane gasoline (at least my 2013 V6 does) without engine knock or loss of performance, so if you have money to throw in the wind, go ahead and buy the more expensive premium gasoline.
@@jordycaicedo3700 Don't know about the 4 cylinder-turbo, but my V6 run great even on 87 octane. Never experienced any engine knocking or loss of performance.
Touchscreen or touchpad, people will always find something to complain about. Both would be the preferable option but then the screen position in the RDX would have to change. It should be hard to argue against the current position though, for ease of use while driving and keeping your eyes on the road it is the optimal location. Not reaching your arm up and having to touch a pad while moving in a vehicle is also pretty optimal. As far as safe driving goes this combination is hard to beat and should be hard to complain about. You don't even have to search for a mouse or pointer.
Coming from the touchscreens on the Ford F150 and Subaru this is a clear improvement in every facet. Lets face it, there is inherent risk in trying to use a touchscreen while driving and this system does a fair job.
Paired with the standard safety features and the Advanced models HUD (SHOULD BE ON ASPEC) this car is about as safe as you can get for ensuring your eyes are on the road. Just think about all the near misses you've seen others or been in yourself and how many are just due to people not looking at the road for whatever reason.
I just bought a 2020 RDX a few weeks ago and love it. Drives really nice and I live in Alberta and give it an A+ for driving in the snow. one thing i'm confused about is the negative feedback on the infotainment and touchpad. My partner has a 2017 Lexus RX and compared to the Acura , the acura is way better. The touchpad took me a minute or 2 to figure out but now that I've mastered it I would recommend it. I can keep my eyes on the road and just have to put my finger on where I want to click. Its really good. If you're reading neg reviews on it I would say try it for yourself because I've found it way way better than Lexus.
But which has better NVH?
That’s why I don’t buy a car from car gurus! Bad review
I tested this suv and you are way overblowing the criticism of the infotainment system. After a few minutes it was downright intuitive.
Intuitive? I think that statement is a bit of a stretch...
● The system is confusing to use even when the RDX is parked, and it’s very distracting for drivers when the car is moving. For example, they’re forced to look at the screen to execute common audio tasks, and some adjustments are buried deep in submenus. We think it requires too much concentration, multiple steps and extended time with eyes off the road and hand off the wheel. It’s one of the worst systems that we’ve encountered recently.
●Braking performance is strong but the brake pedal has a spongy feel. The suspension quashes most bumps, but we found the ride to be rather firm and choppy. The cabin is quiet, barring a somewhat grainy engine noise.
●We got 22 mpg overall in our tests, which is average for the category, and no better than what we measured with the V6 in the previous-generation RDX. This figure also trails the performance from competitors’ small turbo engines, such as Audi, BMW, and Lexus.
●posting 52 mph through the course. Acura makes a big deal about its Super Handling AWD, which only comes into play when drivers accelerate through a corner.
●Most bumps are absorbed well, but the RDX has a jittery feel over rougher roads and on long drives.
●Most of the time the cabin is very quiet, but a coarse engine hum punches through under acceleration. It’s acceptable when driving aggressively, but annoying in everyday driving
●The brake pedal feels as if it isn’t responding at first, and it requires a bit of effort, which can make the driver feel less-than-confident.
●Although it’s nicely finished, the materials and build quality don’t quite match the best SUVs in this class. For example, the storage cubbies aren’t lined, there were some uneven panel gaps on the center console, and one of the dash vents didn’t move as freely as the others. Finally, there are plenty of soft-touch surfaces throughout the cabin, but the material on the upper dash and window sill is quite thin.
●The RDX’s controls are among the worst we’ve experienced. There is a steep learning curve to use the infotainment system, but it is still distracting and confusing to execute common audio functions even after drivers have some familiarity. The system is slow to load after the initial start up.
Norm T I couldn’t disagree with you more concerning the infotainment system. It literally took me no time at all to become accustomed to my 2020 RDX infotainment system. I believe the reviewers who give the new infotainment system bad reviews are really stating their preference or unwillingness to learn a new way to operate an advanced and safer infotainment system. It reminds me of the old saying, “it’s hard to teach an old dog new tricks.” I can’t help but have that opinion because of the ease of operating this new system. I find it humorous actually.
@Ella Marie it’s panned universally, sorry but you are WRONG!!
@@ellamarie9709 maybe Consumer Reports thinks it a distraction during driving.
I don't know why everyone 💩s all over the touchpad. I figured it out pretty easily on a test drive. It's a 1:1 ratio w/the screen so it shouldn't be too hard. Admittedly, I do like the simplicity offered by the domestics like my F150 and the Blazer RS I also test drove, but it's not a deal breaker. I think if you don't go in with a bad attitude, it should be pretty easy to adjust to.
Y’all are full of shit if you think a X3 is a better vehicle than this exact model.
The X3 with the same features is probably going to run $10k more than this, and over time will run you dry in maintenance costs.
GTFOH CarGurus
Everybody pissed and moaned about the dated infotainment system and now that it’s up to date still pissing and moaning. UGH! Way better than Lexus! This car drives like the Porsche Macon and is affordable! Great job Acura. Can’t wait to trade the MDX in for the 2021 MDX type S!
I am still trying to find the perfect girl and car.
Took me 30 min to get used to the infotainment system.. touchpad makes it very convenient to operate when driving .. , I wished this model had a wireless car charger and little bit more space under armrest.. Acura link app is fantastic and no need for subscription to use built in navigation.. driving this car for almost 2 weeks and loving it...
Touch screens are cheaper to produce than buttons, switches and trackpads, but in a moving car a touch screen NOT (distracted driving) safe or inaccurate oops my finger hit the wrong part of the screen. I have driven or been driven in lots of different vehicles and have yet to find an infotainment system layout that works well, INTUITIVE , safe as old fashion buttons and easy to read. Odd since so many car buyers are obsessed with these systems. They likely add $ to the price, are profitable for the car companies but have features that are outdated for the consumer by the time they are in production.
Didn't glean every last word of this review, but caught one example of why car reviewers have to be taken with a grain of salt...facts. I believe you said the base model comes with leather; I may be wrong, but I believe it is leatherETTE.
That's correct. Have to get at least the technology package to get the Milano leather.
This car is extremely ugly, so disappointed of Honda designers, the interior and gps part sucks, Absolutely awful.!!!
I see there's been a class action lawsuit against Honda for the Acura RDX infotainment system, so there are obviously some problems with a lot of them even if every one is not bad. Also some complaints about a "limp mode" problem where the car just loses power while driving. Not too cool... Right now that's what's keeping me from buying an RDX Advanced model.
Touchpad takes a while to master but works fine. It can be confusing and there is much info available to consider while driving. Suggest working with it a fair bit while parked.
Great handling SUV.
I have a 2020 Subaru Outback Limited with a touch screen and it is terrible. You have to touch it just right for it tow work. I will get rid of it soon.