As a 2021 Tech owner I am here to tell you the trackpad is second nature to me. Doesn't bother me at all. The car is dependable, fast and fun to drive.
We have a 2023 Advance. I think it took maybe a day to get used to the trackpad. Could it be better, yes, is it a dealbreaker for me, absolutely not. I’m 6’1” 240 and I find the seats to be very comfortable. I also think the ride quality and handling are great. Especially compared to our 2016 Advance. (BTW, fir comparison we own a 2016 Stingray). We love German cars, and have owned several (Audis and a Porsche). We looked at a GLC and X3, very nice but, the 2023 GLC seems to have some reliability issues with the hybrid system ( MB reliability these days is not what it used to be) . The X3 is great, but not as comfortable nor “luxurious”, plus if you own it for a while (after the free service period) they screw you over on parts and labor (they do seem to be getting better however on reliability but, still not at Lexus/Acura levels). Plus the Germans nickel and dime you on the options. To sum it up, I think the RDX is the best value in the class combining, value, fun, luxury, practicality and reliability.
2023 RDX A-Spec owner. Took me a few hours to master the true-touch pad. So we have to dismiss any outrageous criticism. Overall, given all the design/engineering (for the cost) Acura puts into this generation of RDX, this is the by far best-in-class for a sports performance compact SUV category.
After debating over SUV's for a few years I landed on a 2023 CX5. Liked it at first but now a little over a year later, for the $55k taxes inc I wish I had spent a bit more and gotten the Acura RDX.
Unfortunately, it’s not my issue at all. I drive anywhere from 60 to 80 new vehicles on average a year; fewer than 10 per cent lead to these issues. That makes it noteworthy, as was the case here.
As a 2019 Acura a spec owner - cons : touchpad and fuel economy pros: sporty ride, els audio, great handling, great space and great throttle response even at high speed.
It’s The Kind of Car You Fall In Love With At First Sight, Then Once You Get To Learn How Complicated She Can Be But You Still Can Love Her Flaws Because Nobody Else would have the patience to put up with. Then You Realize That She’s The ONE! MARRYING HER WOULD BE WIZE. 🤗
Personally I don’t like sporty looking packages hence I was looking to get the non-sporty Tech package which also was cheaper than the A-Spec model. But Acura deleted that trim in Canada this year. Why? Because Honda made the 2023 new CRV so expensive that it became more expensive than their own luxury Acura so instead of pricing the new CRV more reasonably they decided to delete the cheaper versions of Acura!! That’s how. I bought a Lexus NX instead.
The amount of hate this trackpad gets is mind boggling. It's not that hard to use. I still think the Mazda, older BMW and Lexus infotainment is worse. I can get 28mpg on the highway with my SHAWD RDX.
touchpad is horrible rough ride I own one looks great but over all this Suv is a mess sport mode and paddle shifters a waste of money. My wife wanted it!!!! have had no problems with it mech. seems to be built solid .
Pro tip, since the icons for the infotainment are movable, put the commonly used ones in the corners. While I'm not in love with the touchpad, I've adjusted to it and have no issues while using it.
Brutal fuel economy, horrific trackpad, no hybrid, grossly overpriced and awful infotainment system! 🤮 👎🏼 $60,000??!! 🤣 🤣 6.5/10. (Tats look juvenile. Maybe cool if you’re 20. Not so much on old folks. 🙈) RAV4 Hybrid far better choice. New redesign late 2024 even better. 👍
@@coldasfire7948usd it’s actually pretty hard to beat the value of the rdx. The only luxury one close is Audi q5. The gv70 was great until they removed all of the great features of the advanced trim. If you don’t mind going down to sub 50k the venza and sportage are both great choice for hybrid and gas you have cx5. Close to $55k you are actually also into ev territory too
As a 2021 Tech owner I am here to tell you the trackpad is second nature to me. Doesn't bother me at all. The car is dependable, fast and fun to drive.
touchpad.
I don’t doubt that it’s something you eventually grow accustomed to, but that doesn’t mean it’s as straightforward and approachable as a touchscreen!
@@danilika9420 I agree with you.
Having worked in IT, after seven months of the touchpad, it still frustrated me. It's just not precise.
It took an hour to figure it out...I love it!@@danilika9420
We have a 2023 Advance. I think it took maybe a day to get used to the trackpad. Could it be better, yes, is it a dealbreaker for me, absolutely not. I’m 6’1” 240 and I find the seats to be very comfortable. I also think the ride quality and handling are great. Especially compared to our 2016 Advance. (BTW, fir comparison we own a 2016 Stingray). We love German cars, and have owned several (Audis and a Porsche). We looked at a GLC and X3, very nice but, the 2023 GLC seems to have some reliability issues with the hybrid system ( MB reliability these days is not what it used to be) . The X3 is great, but not as comfortable nor “luxurious”, plus if you own it for a while (after the free service period) they screw you over on parts and labor (they do seem to be getting better however on reliability but, still not at Lexus/Acura levels). Plus the Germans nickel and dime you on the options. To sum it up, I think the RDX is the best value in the class combining, value, fun, luxury, practicality and reliability.
Nice shirt. "It's gonna be a while before I eat anything at Satriale's"
2023 RDX A-Spec owner. Took me a few hours to master the true-touch pad. So we have to dismiss any outrageous criticism.
Overall, given all the design/engineering (for the cost) Acura puts into this generation of RDX, this is the by far best-in-class for a sports performance compact SUV category.
Dan, I say bring back the Accord or TSX wagon!!!!!!!!😁
I agree!
@@danilika9420 😉
After debating over SUV's for a few years I landed on a 2023 CX5. Liked it at first but now a little over a year later, for the $55k taxes inc I wish I had spent a bit more and gotten the Acura RDX.
Cramping legs are entirely your issue, not the car's since no one else has that complaint.
Unfortunately, it’s not my issue at all. I drive anywhere from 60 to 80 new vehicles on average a year; fewer than 10 per cent lead to these issues. That makes it noteworthy, as was the case here.
As a 2019 Acura a spec owner - cons : touchpad and fuel economy pros: sporty ride, els audio, great handling, great space and great throttle response even at high speed.
Acura please! I agree with him blue exterior and red interior, would be awesome!
The touch pad is a deal breaker for me, it was when this generation was launched, it is now when I am looking at it, so Acura, this is beyond stupid.
100%. Same here. I decided to wait for year or two and if Acura still goes with this idiotic touch pad, I'll lean towards GLC or XC60 instead.
It’s The Kind of Car You Fall In Love With At First Sight, Then Once You Get To Learn How Complicated She Can Be But You Still Can Love Her Flaws Because Nobody Else would have the patience to put up with. Then You Realize That She’s The ONE! MARRYING HER WOULD BE WIZE. 🤗
I ❤ my 2023 Acura Advance! My wife plays with the touchpad as I drive.
That’s hot.
Giggitty
Is that a euphemism 😂
I can deal With track pad... It's the rear window shattering that's throwing me off
red interior with blue paint... lol. that explains the tatts...
6:30 Handling
9:10 Touchpad
Personally I don’t like sporty looking packages hence I was looking to get the non-sporty Tech package which also was cheaper than the A-Spec model. But Acura deleted that trim in Canada this year. Why? Because Honda made the 2023 new CRV so expensive that it became more expensive than their own luxury Acura so instead of pricing the new CRV more reasonably they decided to delete the cheaper versions of Acura!! That’s how. I bought a Lexus NX instead.
The amount of hate this trackpad gets is mind boggling. It's not that hard to use. I still think the Mazda, older BMW and Lexus infotainment is worse.
I can get 28mpg on the highway with my SHAWD RDX.
Touchscreens are simpler to use - it’s as simple as that.
Love the touch pad so much my touch screen cars feel like old technology 😂
title says "about that touchpad". but it's never mentioned
Have a look again starting at about the 9:11 mark - I can assure you I cover it in detail!
touchpad is horrible rough ride I own one looks great but over all this Suv is a mess sport mode and paddle shifters a waste of money. My wife wanted it!!!! have had no problems
with it mech. seems to be built solid .
You can use the voice-activated Apple car play if you don't like the touch pad.
what if the person has a very heavy accent?
@@calgarycanada4274 Apple car play can be used in many different languages, same for Android Auto.
100% agree with you, the Acura Infotainment System is SUCKS!!!
Touchpad=Fail
Pro tip, since the icons for the infotainment are movable, put the commonly used ones in the corners. While I'm not in love with the touchpad, I've adjusted to it and have no issues while using it.
Brutal fuel economy, horrific trackpad, no hybrid, grossly overpriced and awful infotainment system! 🤮 👎🏼
$60,000??!! 🤣 🤣
6.5/10.
(Tats look juvenile. Maybe cool if you’re 20. Not so much on old folks. 🙈)
RAV4 Hybrid far better choice. New redesign late 2024 even better. 👍
which suv in your opinion is the best under 55k
@@coldasfire7948
USD or CDN?
@@billyrock8305 usd
@@coldasfire7948usd it’s actually pretty hard to beat the value of the rdx. The only luxury one close is Audi q5.
The gv70 was great until they removed all of the great features of the advanced trim.
If you don’t mind going down to sub 50k the venza and sportage are both great choice for hybrid and gas you have cx5.
Close to $55k you are actually also into ev territory too