Excellent handling, sporty suv. Spare tire us mounted under the trunk but Aspec version doesn't come with a spare like many cars these days. Can buy spare tire kit from dealership and install yourself. Other trims do come with the spare tire.
The liquid carbon metallic is gorgeous. It's a great looking car. People will complain about the trackpad, it takes all of a week to get used to it. The disappointment was that it was a very minor cosmetic refresh on a model that's essentially the same as it was when the 3rd gen was released in 2019. It's in desperate need of an overhaul. It's too bad that Acura is stubbornly chasing EVs, a hybrid RDX would be amazing. I'll never understand why Honda won't bring hybrids to the Acura when Toyota has brought hybrid options to just about every Lexus.
@@TYPICALTRYHARD_ They were definitely early to the hybrid era. At the time, hybrids were still things for green compacts and the idea of a sporty car that wasn't pure ICE was considered an oxymoron. Hybrid technology has improved greatly and the market has changed. While EVs are still not everyone's cup or tea, it opened up the idea that EV and hybrid cars can deliver power in a way that enhances performance.
Great video! For the Android Auto / CarPlay Fullscreen update - would it be possible for Acura to send it OTA for 2023 and 2024 models? Please do look into it, whether it is possible and something Acura is looking forward to - and let me know, thank you!
Beautiful vehicle with a very sporty flair. Some aspects see m dated. Think Honda CRV Hybrid fully equipped might please a less enthusiastic audience more. Car is a beauty,.more in scale grille badge, tho, please. Not a value consideration vehicle to begin with . Good review!
Correct, I was amused at that one as well. It's a standard USB connection but it is the only port you can use for a wired CarPlay or Android connection.
Excellent handling, sporty suv. Spare tire us mounted under the trunk but Aspec version doesn't come with a spare like many cars these days. Can buy spare tire kit from dealership and install yourself. Other trims do come with the spare tire.
The liquid carbon metallic is gorgeous. It's a great looking car. People will complain about the trackpad, it takes all of a week to get used to it.
The disappointment was that it was a very minor cosmetic refresh on a model that's essentially the same as it was when the 3rd gen was released in 2019. It's in desperate need of an overhaul. It's too bad that Acura is stubbornly chasing EVs, a hybrid RDX would be amazing. I'll never understand why Honda won't bring hybrids to the Acura when Toyota has brought hybrid options to just about every Lexus.
Because they didn't sell but tbf they also didn't market them well
@@TYPICALTRYHARD_ They were definitely early to the hybrid era. At the time, hybrids were still things for green compacts and the idea of a sporty car that wasn't pure ICE was considered an oxymoron.
Hybrid technology has improved greatly and the market has changed. While EVs are still not everyone's cup or tea, it opened up the idea that EV and hybrid cars can deliver power in a way that enhances performance.
Nice updates! Price up? Very sporty mid-size suv. A very desireable "trophy" car. Color is great. Excellent review.
Thanks Louis
Great review, thanks!
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Great video! For the Android Auto / CarPlay Fullscreen update - would it be possible for Acura to send it OTA for 2023 and 2024 models? Please do look into it, whether it is possible and something Acura is looking forward to - and let me know, thank you!
It was on my list of possible vehicles. I can't get pass not having a gear shift. Push button gear select is a deal breaker.
We are looking to buy this vehicle. Does this vehicle have a good engine and transmission long term? Very good review. New subscriber. Thank You
Can a spare be placed underneath like previous models?
Yes, there are a few videos that show the process.
Bring back the V6 3.5L
Is this the 25 model??
Yes.
Beautiful vehicle with a very sporty flair. Some aspects see m dated. Think Honda CRV Hybrid fully equipped might please a less enthusiastic audience more. Car is a beauty,.more in scale grille badge, tho, please. Not a value consideration vehicle to begin with . Good review!
Thanks Louis!
Big mistake to keep that track pad and no spare, at this price? 😮
Agreed. They changed out the track pad in the MDX so why not the RDX? Missed it for sure
52k is the a spec top trim and wasn’t the rdx mid 30’s at one time
Back in 2020 MY. Yes. No longer.
Advance is actually a higher trim level but Aspec with Advance is top trim level.
an HDMI connection... lol.
Correct, I was amused at that one as well. It's a standard USB connection but it is the only port you can use for a wired CarPlay or Android connection.