2013 Acura RDX

[@Gravitas37]

This looks really good in black. Unfortunately black is the hardest to keep clean.

[@Ryman624]

got to love that he even changes his shoes when he sits in the rear as evil twin. as always, great review Tom

[@tylerschild5060]

Wait.... you're saying evil twin isn't real???? ;) Also, hello from the future.

[@ijl05]

Acura RDX turbocharged was unrefined, turbo lag, and have linear problem. I am super glad that they got rid of that and just put V6 engine while improve fuel economy.

[@Jarrrrod9]

Okay, I give you a little bit of sympathy. 60 pages to 6 minutes would be a fair amount of work. Great reviews!

[@ghelsappa]

I absolutely enjoy these videos. I wish I didn't have to wait in-between episodes but I know it's a tough task to memorize all those pages. But keep them coming. Thanks

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Why the CR-V gets those seats and RDX doesn't is a mystery. Could be because the Acura seats are more sculpted and comfortable. No hidden storage or full sized spare (or power port for that matter). The back end of the Acura is sloped more. It's amazing what a few inches either way will do when you're trying to get large rectangular objects in the back.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I shoot 1080i 30fps. Actually I feel pretty lucky, the group that has ended up subscribing here is a very civil bunch compared to what I normally see on KZbin. And I like to offer up some semblance of quality, it's what I'd like to see if I were looking for reviews to watch.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

What? No snarky comments about my hair? Glad you like the reviews, nice to know a few people notice the details.

[@cm18cam]

This car is very nice looking. It's good to see Acura making good looking cars again.

[@blacuraRL]

I LOVE your reviews Tom. And the 'evil twin' gag is absolutely unique and fun! You deserve a hefty raise, sir!

[@oldschool1928]

With the MDX's mpg in the teens and gas prices above the 4's, this would be a nice alternative.

[@chigasaki06]

I totally agree. I like the current MDX, but the next generation MDX is going to be larger, and more boring looking. I guess they decided not to compete with sportier offerings like the X5.

[@ForeseeU]

Great review. It's nice to see where Acura seems to be headed with their RDX. Glad they changed that front styling, but still feel like Acura needs to take a greater risk when it comes to design, be a leader. Very nice car and great value.

[@smilesterXtrem5]

You got me at 5:15. I was saying in my mind, "Can't he fit one on top?" You answer all the questions.

[@TheJackEbrown]

Tom I'm in Seattle if you ever need an assistant camera man or whatever. I love your reviews. I met you at the Queen Anne QFC when I worked there. You have some of the best reviews I've seen. Always look forward to new stuff. I need your job!:)

[@techdude6693]

I was at the Auto Mall the other day and someone bought the 2012 Turbo 4 RDX... They didn't have this one yet. Felt bad for them lol

[@Veyronp87]

i understand where you're coming from, but you are wrong. this rdx is WAY outselling the old one and they are going in the right direction financially. i'd like to see them bring back the rsx though.

[@GrayFox0047]

Acura never really has a car that is just great looking.. Nonetheless - great review Tom! I never miss one of your reviews!

[@NeutralGenericUser]

Good looking car. I'm surprised that there were no sounds after trashing the car so much. P.S. I love your reviews! All the extra effort you put into them really shows :)

[@SpitCobra]

You got a good job, have a beer. It is a job that serves not only yourself but people who are looking to buy these cars as well.

[@nieznanyx]

not in regards to the price.. but the overall performance / comfort package in regards to the RDX

[@raddestdoctor]

you work hard at your job and these are really well made videos, thanks!

[@T966ER]

You may want to consider the RDX vs the GLK Class, the ML is a bit of a step up, and certainly nicer.

[@Poler777]

While I agree with you on all points,..we didnt buy enough of the old RDX's for Honda to justify dropping another 20-30 million to design a car for us. If the first gen RDX sold like the inferior first gen BMW X3, then this latest RDX would have a turbo and SH-AWD.

[@virtualmagicguy]

hey man great reviews. just a couple more suggestions. hyundai sonata, kia forte, and vw jetta. please! lol :D

[@2Kriss2Kross]

One car Honda improved very well.

[@1uhot426]

I really was not looking into getting one of these until a friend of mine had one, i was amazed by it!lol, and that was at least a 2009 model!lol

[@T966ER]

nice! I wish I had to make that choice, both great cars, the X5 is about due for a redesign, but it's easily one of my favorite luxury SUVs.

[@DrivenCarReviews]

Yeah! That sounds like a great idea! And if anyone can tell me how that's done I'd be grateful.

[@i3drivingnerd]

hey Tom, when you press the start button, does it have to be held down while the starter cranks? In any of the vehicles I have driven, one push and release of the button will crank the starter, no need to hold it down. Just curious if this is the case with all OEMs.

[@mcximus]

I'm saving up my hard earned money for one. I like the new look on the RDX

[@wong924]

Fantastic review as usual!

[@nieznanyx]

between this and the 2012 ML350, which would you pick if you had to choose one?

[@stewardlie]

BEST REVIEW!! Just not enough videos! haha I know 60 pages and stuff!! But you're the best so we will always want you to work! LOL

[@AnyTechReviews]

Yeah and I was thinking, "why is the engine bay so muddy?", he answered that too.

[@riponrc]

Great review! Thanks, Tom!

[@netman88]

Another excellent review.

[@BlazerLT]

It is the same SUV basically. Did you see the Honda label on the components under the vehicle? I wouldn't pay 15-20k more for some bodywork and an unneeded V6.

[@miangel9058]

Awesome vid!!!, keep'em coming, i'll keep watching

[@Mustangkid34]

My mom just bought one really nice

[@nieznanyx]

well currently I've got the 2008 MDX on lease thats coming to an end soon so I'm either considering switching to the 2012 X5 or 2012 ML350 .. Ive had Acura since 2000 so kinda fed up with that brand for now haha

[@timtime88]

he is very good at what he does. him and his brother.

[@JJFLD]

Why does Acura have to hide all of the exhausts pipes? In the case of this RDX and TLX, it manages to look like those Ford Crown Victoria with duel exhausts.

[@musicmaniac68]

I'd buy if it had a 10 way passenger seat, rear seat vents, and power folding side mirrors.

[@contractki11er]

I kinda expected power folding mirrors for a premium car :/ at least you can still fold them in though...

[@mohamedt5430]

4:50 I love how this guy accidentally predicted corona toilet paper shortage

[@venom5809]

Tom is the man. Where is the sweet leather jacket?

[@mlps93]

so far i think Acura is the only luxury maker which does not have the hump in the rear

[@vtec407]

IMO much better overall than GLK

[@rodneychan]

hey Tom, compare the RDX & X3 28i, which do yo more recommand?? thx

[@RustyAcura]

This was a very well done review!

[@tomtom5418]

haha...slamming on the breaks to take a picture made me lol

[@zoro2266]

so turbocharged engine is not this reliable because i was looking to get '09 rdx?

[@kristyelizabeth8269]

Great review, very informative and kept me interested!

[@jeepfreak53]

Wonderful review!

[@vandreadparty]

Great review

[@bmwmsport11]

looks like all acura did with this was add the acura badge and change the layout of things. honda crv looks more freash and sporty. this is a nice car though. good vid

[@peacefrog0521]

So, just how good is "Kirkland's finest" anyway?

[@DrivenCarReviews]

I was wondering when someone was going to realize that...

[@patrickboyd3364]

Now in 2021 i can get a 2013-2014 RDX AWD with highmilege for $10,000 to $12,000

[@ham645]

tom the best

[@DonKangolJones]

Nope! No sympathy, but I will say you made that crossover look fun and practical as hell though.

[@MrCami1234]

your the first video I saw!!!!

[@Veyronp87]

are you kidding? this thing looks sharp! way better than a freaking rx350

[@TheBruces56]

Can you lock the 4X4?

[@Max1m1lli0n]

That VCM though 😢

[@BlazerLT]

Of course, but realistically the differences between the two are narrowly quite substantially. No SH-AWD anymore. The reason why anyone should pay the premium is dwindling. it's just my opinion.

[@Poler777]

I was originally going to write something about competency and trust when buying a $40K car, and some other slobbery, semi-emotive crap. (Yuck!!) I'll just summarize it with two words..... .....new subscriber.

[@gheffty93]

The RDX is a good deal comparably but if you want a real lux SUV get one that doesn't cost-cut so much. The fact that the rear seat doesn't slide or tilt back and the lack of HVAC back there attest to this. No panoramic sunroof is disappointing and it is just way too bland for its own good. They needed a better balance between the old one and the new one. The old one was too rough but the new one is just boring. I'd take a Q5 over it.

[@ThePY74656]

Can I please intern for you guys?

[@formulaonenut1263]

@carfan2k2 RDX. It's thousands less

[@BentlyboYY]

the previous 4cyl turbo was a gas hog my aunt has one it gets the same gas mileage as my moms Volvo xc90 which is much heaver and bigger.

[@mnx5679]

cooool men!

[@Wenseb77]

The side look like the rx

[@incyphe]

Nope, no sympathy. But thanks for the video as usual!

[@OneOfOne]

its done by doing more videos of better cars. I like you but you need to step up the quality of the cars

[@LANDIIIIIOFIIIIIFIRE]

nice review. " bun warmers " LoL

[@ijl05]

no more troublesome turbo lag 4-cylinder engine.

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Im a honda acura guy but this along with everything else they've had out the last few years is no impressive. This rdx doesn't even have chrome tipped exhaust. That really would make it look alot better and look more like a luxury suv like its competitors. The "tech" in here is the same shitty nav they have been using since 2004. It looks cheap, isnt good and acura used to be all about tech. They have fallen behind. Buy something else, this things a wash.

[@raza.durrani]

he looks like Mika Häkkinen

[@jccoello]

I think the tail in this one should be the one for the current CRV not the ugly (but functional) they choosed....

[@pdpgps]

Kind of glad you can't fit that 9th bag of toilet paper in there...safety issue blocking the rearview mirror!!

[@feelsgoodman245]

jesus that engine is overkill on a car like that.

[@tom11zz884]

Looks way too big and heavy..almost like a MDX...which is not good. Acura should have kept the turbo, kept the car around the same size and made it more sportier....Acura continues to lose it's edge.

[@TheJackEbrown]

hahaha ok. A friend of mine freelances car reviews out of Missoula Montana. I really need a new car. Any idea how to get one for free? LOL unemployment is a b..... lol

[@oodle42]

sorry Acura but your new mission for the RDX is an EPIC FAIL. i own the 2007 RDX and love it. it is sporty, speedy, and luxury all in one. now they just made it a blah half ass lux suv. more of a reason for a smart buyer to just buy the honda CRV. come on ACURA get with it, USA already has a BUICK

[@contractki11er]

ML350

[@MrCami1234]

hi

[@CharlietoKind]

lol@ 3:12

[@JediFarce]

2013 Rdx, how much more ugly can they make this suv?

[@1uhot426]

it grows on you!lol

[@MrCondoriano]

no sympathy sorry, but great review none the less =D

[@trujillor84]

Its actually a 7.38min video... not 6 hehehe jk

[@BlazerLT]

Just buy a loaded CR-V. Cheaper and better on fuel.