2020 ACURA RDX SH-AWD A-SPEC QUICK TAKES

TESTDRIVENOW OVERVIEW: 2020 ACURA RDX SH-AWD A-SPEC QUICK TAKES

• The third-generation model helped the RDX nameplate set an all-time annual sales record of 63,580 units in 2018, a 24 percent increase over the prior year
• Over the past year, RDX has posted 12 straight months of sales growth, with 11 record months
• Year-to-date, RDX is the retail best-seller in luxury’s largest segment, the retail #2 luxury SUV and the retail #3 model in all of luxury
• New RDX buyers are younger, more diverse, more highly educated and more affluent than those who purchased the previous generation model
• RDX has realized double-digit increases in conquest sales against substantially all luxury competitors
• The RDX A-Spec is hitting its mark and attracting younger buyers – RDX A-Spec has double the number of under-45-year-olds than the rest of the RDX line. The 2020 Acura RDX enters dealerships as the retail best-selling compact luxury SUV in America, helping RDX set a new all-time annual sales record in 2018 and posting its tenth consecutive record month in March, 2019. The 2020 RDX Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $37,600 (excluding $995 destination and handling).

The third-generation RDX (2019-20) is the first in a new generation of Acura models built on the resurgent luxury brand’s original and authentic Precision Crafted Performance brand values.

In setting their targets for the design and performance, the U.S. design and engineering team drew inspiration from both the Acura Precision Concept

 

 

 

 

 

and Acura Precision Cockpit as well as the pinnacle representation of Acura performance, the NSX supercar.

 

 

 

 

 

The RDX is the first all-new design drawing from the Concept styling

 

 

 

 

 

 

and the advanced Cockpit technology.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The RDX team’s ultimate goal was straightforward: to make the best RDX ever,

 

 

 

 

 

 

a vehicle that sets the foundation for an entire new generation of Acura vehicles in terms of styling, performance, premium quality and technology.

 

 

 

 

 

Featuring a new Platinum White exterior color for 2020,

 

 

 

 

 

 

RDX carries forward the next generation of Acura design,

 

 

 

 

 

 

performance and technology that debuted on the all-new 2019 model,

 

 

 

 

 

 

including the popular A-Spec sport appearance package.

 

 

 

 

 

 

RDX delivers an exceptional driving experience thanks in part to its 272-horsepower (SAE net) turbocharged i-VTEC® engine

 

 

 

 

 

and available Acura Super-Handling All Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®),

 

 

 

 

 

 

along with a class-leading array of standard premium features and technologies, including AcuraWatch™ safety and driver-assistive technology, an ultra-wide panoramic moonroof, next-generation Acura JewelEye™ LED headlights,

 

 

 

 

and next-generation Acura sport seats.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The 2020 RDX also includes the critically-acclaimed True Touchpad Interface™, Acura’s groundbreaking user interface tailored around the driver.

 

 

 

 

 

Also offered on RDX is the available ELS Studio 3D™ premium audio, a 16-channel, 710-watt system, featuring four ultra-slim Highline™ ceiling-mounted speakers to create a truly immersive listening experience.

 

 

 

 

The third-generation RDX has received the highest possible safety ratings of TOP SAFETY PICK+ (depending on selected headlights) from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA),

 

 

 

 

and is expected to repeat this feat for the 2020 model year.

 

 

 

 

 

 

RDX Technology

The RDX provides a premium and tech-savvy cabin experience with the first application of Acura’s True Touchpad™ Interface, an all-new design that combines the advantages of both conventional touchscreen and remote-based approaches.

The True Touchpad Interface features a 10.2-inch full-HD center display mounted high atop the center console, close to the driver’s natural line of sight, and a center console-mounted touchpad that is precisely mapped, one-to-one, with the action on the center display – the world’s first use of “absolute positioning” in the driving environment.

 

 

 

One important thing to note with the True Touchpad Interface, is the ability to customize it. This is kind of make or break to loving the system. Otherwise it’s like using someone else’s cell phone.

 

 

 

 

The eight primary tiles on the home screen can be moved (or removed) and favorites (custom shortcuts) can be added for the things you do most often (a favorite radio station, destination or phone contact). To edit, just select (firm press) and hold an item and you’ll see the options.

 

 

 

 

In order the learn about the new True Touchpad interface, this video (link below) should be really helpful (it’s less than 2 minutes long)…..

https://youtu.be/uO6AwJukDKU

 

 

 

 

The new RDX also marks the debut of the available Acura ELS Studio 3D™ premium audio, a 16-channel, 710-watt system featuring four ultra-slim Highline™ ceiling-mounted speakers.

 

 

 

 

Another Acura first is a new natural language voice recognition system, which allows for more intuitive voice control of major features and functions, including commands for the available embedded Acura Navigation System.

 

 

 

 

Also new is an available 10.5-inch full-color interactive Head-Up Display, which puts customizable information displays, including audio, phone, AcuraWatch alerts, turn-by-turn navigation and more, in the driver’s line of sight.

 

 

 

 

Finally, the RDX features the latest generation of AcuraLink™, which features in-vehicle 4GLTE Wi-Fi, available over-the-air software updates and a wide array of cloud-based services, including emergency roadside assistance, remote locking/unlocking and engine start, stolen vehicle tracking, remote diagnostics, geofencing, speed tracking and more.

 

 

 

The 2019 Acura RDX was the first RDX to be designed and developed in America. Like its predecessor, the new RDX is manufactured in East Liberty, Ohio, using domestic and globally sourced parts, with the powertrain produced at the company’s plants in Ohio and Georgia.

 

 

 

 

2020 ACURA RDX SH-AWD A-SPEC MSRP $45,800

 

 

 

 

 

 

AS TESTED WITH ALL STANDARD EQUIPMENT AT NO EXTRA CHARGE: TOTAL VEHICLE PRICE $46,795

 

 

 

 

 

 

2020 ACURA RDX SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES
	RDX	RDX SH-AWD
POWER UNIT
ENGINE
Engine Type	Turbo Alluminum-alloy 4-Cylinder	Turbo Alluminum-alloy 4-Cylinder
Displacement (liters)	2.0	2.0
Horsepower @ rpm	272 @ 6500	272 @ 6500
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm)	280 @ 1600-4500	280 @ 1600-4500
Valvetrain	16-Valve, DOHC VTEC®	16-Valve, DOHC VTEC®
Compression Ratio	9.8:1	9.8:1
Fuel Injection	Direct	Direct
Throttle Control	Drive-by-Wire Throttle System	Drive-by-Wire Throttle System
Idle Stop	•	•
CARB Emissions Rating	ULEV-50	ULEV-50
Tune-Up Interval	100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups	100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups
DRIVETRAIN
Front-Wheel Drive	•	–
Sport Hybrid SH-AWD® (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™)	–	•
10-Speed Automatic Transmission	•	•
Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifters	•	•
Gear Ratios
1st	5.25	5.25
2nd	3.27	3.27
3rd	2.19	2.19
4th	1.60	1.60
5th	1.30	1.30
6th	1.00	1.00
7th	0.78	0.78
8th	0.65	0.65
9th	0.58	0.58
10th	0.52	0.52
Reverse	3.97	3.97
Final Drive	4.17	4.17
FUEL ECONOMY
EPA Fuel Economy Ratings (City/Highway/Combined)	22/28/24	21/27/23
EPA Fuel Economy Ratings with A-Spec® Package (City/Highway/Combined)	22/27/24	21/26/23
Recommended Fuel	Premium Unleaded 91 Octane	Premium Unleaded 91 Octane
Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. gal)	17.1	17.1

 

CHASSIS
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension	•	•
Multi-Link Rear Suspension	•	•
Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear)	30 / 23	30 / 23
Amplitude Reactive Dampers	•	•
Adaptive Damper System	A	A
Dual-Pinion, Variable-Ratio Electric Power Steering (EPS)	•	•
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS)	4-mode (Snow, Comfort, Sport, Sport+)	4-mode (Snow, Comfort, Sport, Sport+)
Agile Handling Assist®	•	•
Ventilated Front Disc / Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in)	12.4 / 12.2	12.4 / 12.2
Aluminum-Alloy Wheels	19 x 8.0 Glitter Silver Multi-Spoke	19 x 8.0 Glitter Silver Multi-Spoke
Aluminum-Alloy Wheels (Technology Package)	19 x 8.0 Pewter Gray Metallic Machine-Finished Split 5-Spoke	19 x 8.0 Pewter Gray Metallic Machine-Finished Split 5-Spoke
Aluminum-Alloy Wheels (A-Spec® Package)	20 x 8.0 Shark Gray Split 5-Spoke	20 x 8.0 Shark Gray Split 5-Spoke
Aluminum-Alloy Wheels (Advance Package)	19 x 8.0 Medium Alloy Silver Interwoven	19 x 8.0 Medium Alloy Silver Interwoven
Tires	235/55 R19 High-Performance All-Season	235/55 R19 High-Performance All-Season
Tires (A-Spec® Package)	255/40 R20 High-Performance All-Season	255/40 R20 High-Performance All-Season
Steering Ratio	11.95	11.95
Turning Diameter, Curb to Curb (ft)	38.9	38.9

 

DIMENSIONS
EXTERIOR
Length (in)	186.8	186.8
Width (in)	74.8	74.8
Height (in)	65.7	65.7
Wheelbase (in)	108.3	108.3
Track (in, front/rear)	64.2  / 64.7	64.2  / 64.7
Ground Clearance (in, unladen)	8.2	8.2
INTERIOR
Headroom (in, front/rear)	40  / 38	40  / 38
Legroom (in, front/rear)	42  / 38	42  / 38
Shoulder Room (in, front/rear)	60  / 57	60  / 57
Hiproom (in, front/rear)	55 / 50	55 / 50
EPA Passenger Volume (cu ft)	104	104
Cargo Volume (cu ft): Behind Second Row	29.5*(31.1**)	29.5*(31.1**)
Cargo Volume (cu ft) (Max): Behind First Row	58.9*(79.8†)	58.9*(79.8†)
* Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard.  ** Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus underfloor storage.  This figure compares more accurately with most competitive measurements.  *** Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus floor space between first and second seats and front seats moved forward.  This figure compares more accurately with most competitive measurements.
WEIGHT
Curb Weight (lbs)	3783	4019
Curb Weight with Technology Package (lbs)	3790	4026
Curb Weight with A-Spec® Package (lbs)	3821	4015
Curb Weight with Advance Package (lbs)	3829	4068
Weight Distribution (% front/rear)	59/41	57 / 43

 

RDX FEATURES
ACURAWATCH™ ADVANCED SAFETY & DRIVER-ASSISTANCE TECHNOLOGY	RDX	RDX SH-AWD
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System	•	•
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)	•	•
Head-Up Warning (HUW)	A	A
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System	•	•
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)	•	•
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System	•	•
Blind spot information (BSI) System	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow	•	•
Multi-View Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines	•	•
Surround-View Camera System	A	A
Rear Cross Traffic Monitor	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec®, A = Advance Package
SAFETY & SECURITY
Next-Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure	•	•
Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS)	•	•
Front Side Airbags	•	•
Side Curtain Airbags	•	•
Front Knee Airbags	•	•
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control	•	•
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)	•	•
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)	•	•
Brake Assist	•	•
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)	•	•
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators	•	•
Theft-Deterrent System with Electronic Immobilizer	•	•
Tire Sealant and Repair Kit	•	NA*
Spare Tire	NA	•*
*A-Spec Package includes Tire Sealant and Repair Kit only.
T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec®, A = Advance Package
DRIVER CONVENIENCE
Hill Start Assist	•	•
Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold	•	•
Cruise Control	•	•
Parking Sensors (front and rear)	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation with Wiper Integration	•	•
Auto High-Beam	•	•
Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers	A	A
Heated Side Mirrors with Reverse Gear Tilt-Down	•	•
HomeLink®	•	•
Compass	•	•
T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec®, A = Advance Package
AUDIO & CONNECTIVITY
True Touchpad Interface™	•	•
10.2-Inch HD Dual-Content Center Display	•	•
7-Inch Color Multi-Information Display (MID)	•	•
10.5-Inch Head-Up Display (HUD)	A	A
Mobile Hotspot Capability	•	•
Acura Navigation System with 3D View	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ with Street and Freeway Conditions	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
Traffic Rerouting™	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
Natural Language Voice Recognition	•	•
AcuraLink® Connected Services	•	•
Apple Carplay™	•	•
Siri® Eyes Free	•	•
SMS, MMS Text Message and Email Capability	•	•
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®  Wireless Telephone Interface	•	•
Acura Premium Audio System with 9 Speakers	•	•
Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 12 Speakers	T	T
Acura/ELS Studio® 3D Premium Audio System with 16 Speakers	AS, A	AS, A
Song By Voice®	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
HD Radio®	•	•
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio	•	•
USB Audio Interface	•	•
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio	•	•
MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack	•	•
Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)	•	•
USB Charge Ports (2) 2.5A Charge Front Seat
USB Charge Ports (2) 2.5A Charge Rear Seat	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
Maintenance MinderTM System	•	•
T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec®, A = Advance Package
INTERIOR
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Humidity Control and Air Filtration	•	•
GPS-Linked Climate Control	T,AS,A	T,AS,A
Keyless Access System with Acura Personalized Settings	•	•
Pushbutton Ignition	•	•
Electronic Gear Selector	•	•
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down and Auto-Reverse	•	•
Sport Seats with Leatherette-Trimmed Interior	•	•
Sport Seats with Perforated Milano Premium Leather-Trimmed Interior with Contrast Stitching	T	T
Sport A-Spec® Seats with Perforated Milano Premium Leather and Ultrasuede®-Trimmed Interior with Contrast Stitching and Piping	AS	AS
Sport Seats with Perforated Milano Premium Leather-Trimmed Interior with Contrast Stitching and Piping	A	A
Front 12-Way Power Seats with Power Lumbar Support	•	•
Front 16-Way Power Seats with Power Lumbar Support, Power Thigh Extension and Power Side Bolsters	A	A
Heated Front Seats	•	•
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats	AS,A	AS,A
Heated Rear Seats (Outboard Positions)	A	A
Easy Fold-Down 60/40 Split Flat-Folding Rear Seatback	•	•
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column	•	•
Heated Steering Wheel	A	A
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	•	•
Leather-Wrapped A-Spec® Steering Wheel	AS	AS
Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls	•	•
Ebony Headliner	AS	AS
Brushed Aluminum Trim	•	•
Dark Brushed Aluminum Trim	AS	AS
Natural Olive Ash Burl Wood Trim	A	A
Floating Center Console with Pass-Through Storage	•	•
Active Sound Control	•	•
Ambient Cabin Lighting	•	•
Automatic Dimming Frameless Rearview Mirror	•	•
Retained Accessory Power for Windows and Moonroof	•	•
12-Volt Power Outlets (Front Center Console)	•	•
T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec®, A = Advance Package
EXTERIOR
Panoramic Roof with Tilt and Slide Function	•	•
Height-Adjustable Power-Operated Tailgate	•	•
Height-Adjustable Power-Operated Tailgate with Hands-Free Access	A	A
Jewel Eye® LED Headlights	•	•
LED Fog Lights	AS,A	AS,A
LED-Illuminated Dragon Tail Taillights, Brakelights, Side Mirror-Integrated Directional Signals,  Rear License and Center High Mount Stop Light	•	•
Acoustic Glass Windshield	•	•
Acoustic Front Side Glass	A	A
Remote-Operated Windows and Moonroof-Open Function	•	•
Rear Camera Washer	A	A
Capless Fuel Fill	•	•
T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec®, A = Advance Package

 

RDX COLOR & TRIM
EXTERIOR	INTERIOR
	RDX Standard	RDX Technology & Advance	RDX A-Spec
	LEATHERETTE	MILANO PREMIUM LEATHER	MILANO PREMIUM LEATHER and ULTRASUEDE®*
Majestic Black Pearl NH-893P$	Ebony, Parchment	Ebony, Parchment	Ebony, Red
Modern Steel Metallic NH-797M	Ebony, Parchment	Ebony, Graystone	Red
White Diamond Pearl NH-603P	Ebony, Parchment	Ebony, Espresso, Parchment	Ebony, Red
Lunar Silver Metallic NH-830M	Ebony	Ebony	Ebony
Fathom Blue Pearl  B-588P	Ebony	Graystone	–
Canyon Bronze Metallic YR-632M$	Parchment	Parchment	–
Performance Red Pearl R-568P$	Parchment	Parchment	Ebony
Apex Blue Pearl B-621P$	–	–	Ebony, Red
Gunmetal Metallic PB-88M	Ebony	Ebony	–
$ Premium Exterior Color
*Requires A-Spec® Package
INTERIOR TRIM
Brushed Aluminum
Dark Brushed Aluminum*
Natural Olive Ash Burl Wood**
*Requires A-Spec® Package
**Requires Advance Package