Did a ton of research in this segment of CSUV and it came down to test driving both the Volvo XC60 T6 and RDX. Went with RDX Advance. More bang for buck. Volvo cost $10K more with same features except Volvo has massage chair. I don't need that. Great driving car and don't worry about the trackpad. To me it works great.
@degoek3 жыл бұрын
Has it been reliable vehicle overall?
@reyanshtrey93613 жыл бұрын
not sure if you guys cares but if you are stoned like me atm then you can watch pretty much all of the new movies on InstaFlixxer. Been streaming with my gf for the last few months xD
@casejoe3443 жыл бұрын
@Reyansh Trey yea, have been using InstaFlixxer for years myself :)
@ezrafigueroa54245 жыл бұрын
Just bought an RDX Technology Package for my wife and was I surprised with the quality of its construction, fit and finish and perky when pushed. The Sport + actually brought a smile to my face! Great 'combo' review! I agree with her comment "They nailed it".
@mrxyz2k2 жыл бұрын
How is it after 2 years usage??
@ezrafigueroa54242 жыл бұрын
@@mrxyz2k absolutely no issues. Still riding very comfortably, engine responsive, almost maintenance free. I do have a comment on the gears. There are too many gear changes from 0-40mph. I understand fuel economy but 4th gear and you are barely out of the parking lot? Great SUV.
@JakeDrives15 жыл бұрын
Andrea with the intro?!?!?! You go girl! Exceptional shots of this vehicle, too. Wish I could like it a thousand times.. Thank you Zack! p.s. : I give Andrea a month or less with the RDX before she'd be clamoring for her Audi/Porsche product back.. I'm still going to test drive one before I buy. You guys are the best !
@cjwestside5 жыл бұрын
I was seriously considering the RDX until I went to Edmunds and read all the negative reviews. I'll wait until Acura gets all the bugs out.
@whosdondada5 жыл бұрын
Transmission problem i bet?
@Peppermint15 жыл бұрын
Hi Zack, just a quick suggestion, these KZbin videos being available also in the US, it would be a nice thing to mention the prices are in CAD - so as not to get our US neighbors confused. Just adding CAD when displaying the price would help thx!
@brucemadu85355 жыл бұрын
Peppermint Agree, i have subscribed to about 15 vehicle reviewers, and most have no idea what currency they talk in. US by default but why not specify.
@Motormouth...5 жыл бұрын
I usually do say CDN but sometimes I forget. Will try to do it each time
@markpaine22084 жыл бұрын
Well done, folks! Nice video. The driving shots outside of the car are excellent. I really enjoyed the lady referring to the car's "power" nine times. :-) 1. 0:43 "more power" 2. 4:53 "power is great" 3. 5:02 "so much power" 4. 5:40 "great power" 5. 5:44 "so powerful" 6. 6:26 "great power" 7. 7:12 "tons of power" 8. 7:35 "amount of power" 9. 8:58 "I like the power" Just poking some fun here. Nice video! All the best.
@shemmy73025 жыл бұрын
I love this Acura. Forget the haters. This is my favourite Acura in years. Also, it’s NOT just a Honda 😤
@AlcibiadesMD3 жыл бұрын
Indeed, the slogan " It's just a Honda" is for folks who really want to get one, but can't afford to have one, lame way to vent frustration I think.
@kevinabraham20295 жыл бұрын
I love this car! And excellent review- I love hearing your wife’s perspective :)
@Peppermint15 жыл бұрын
That's a dashboard and center panel that will surely stir some comments. Makes me thing about the overly loaded exterior of the Civic R. Those vents are a bit weird and some lines could have been more straight. Personalty I don't like to have to click on a button to change the cabin fan speed or the cabin temperature, knob buttons are much easier to use. Maybe it will grow attractive with time. The cluster gauges are pretty interesting thought. On the exterior side, I'm a little less impressed. The changes are rather minor and I'm not sure the 'chunky' look suits well a luxury entry level small SUV. BUT, you get that Honda driving feeling from what I understand, so thumbs up to Honda for making again a fun car to drive. While there, I have to say a panoramic sunroof is not a big deal unless you have kids: the driver and front passenger never really come to enjoy a panoramic sunroof.
@CM0N3Y20215 жыл бұрын
Yes!! I've been waiting for this review. I remember you praised the last gen RDX
@thabitpulak5 жыл бұрын
5:09 the previous gen actually made slightly more horsepower (279 hp vs 272 hp) , but the significant torque increase, produced much earlier in the rev range of the new gen, makes the horsepower much more accessible when compared to the old gen.
@remiguertin64745 жыл бұрын
Got my Aspec with red leather last June, 23,000 km on it. Great SVU to go to Florida. Wife loves it, have to drive my Mustang … Love it but hate the GPS!
@XavierMathewsEntertainment5 жыл бұрын
Remi Guertin the GPS is the worse. Have to use Apple car play to get anything done.
@danieljulianadames5 жыл бұрын
Andrea is a nice co-host! I like this brand and it's reliability ;)
@matthewgrayson85 жыл бұрын
I love this aspec in white wow
@Mr50835 жыл бұрын
Nice couple reviewing the Acura
@alexiarai9555 жыл бұрын
Acura is like that luxury car that barely anyone talks about. Almost on par with mercedes, bmws, Lexus etc. Sadly just not as popular
@MrNarutokun4065 жыл бұрын
they move almost as many rdxs a year as lexus 50 for acura and about 60 65k for lexus nx and they arent even in some markets like europe.
@BryanW9165 жыл бұрын
You actually get less horsepower, but more torque. As far as the "SH-AWD" its not brake based torque vectoring, It sends power to the outside rear wheel. ;)
@Motormouth...5 жыл бұрын
Brake is also applied
@LordDelCasa5 жыл бұрын
@2:09 i like the look of this car, but that GIANT dial in the middle is just such an eye sore I think it would drive me crazy to see it everyday
@stephenhendricks1035 жыл бұрын
Interesting point. When one gets a new vehicle there are often one or two features that are initially annoying but a driver gets used to them. In this case, I think the annoyance (at least for me) would last for quite awhile when I have to look at the silly knob every single time I drive the car.
@ov1025 жыл бұрын
RDX shines. Well Done Zack Bro
@93455Driver5 жыл бұрын
Definitely better than the old RDX, most compelling Acura in a long time. That said, a loaded new CX-5 with the new turbo 2.5 seems to be a bargain compared with the RDX.
@kdomster91415 жыл бұрын
Absolutely!!! CX5 2.5t. iAWD fully loaded can be bought for 35K all day long and is a steal and biggest bargain and secret in this class...
@koko-wt1ub5 жыл бұрын
But it's so ugly...
@deepee15444 жыл бұрын
@@kdomster9141 Except the Cx-5 has very poor interior space, not even close the the 2019 RDX
@kdomster91414 жыл бұрын
@@deepee1544 need more space ?How often do you need the difference in space , what is it 3 qubic feet?
@deepee15444 жыл бұрын
@@kdomster9141 I'm 6'-3" 250. You figure it out.
@thebigl1565 жыл бұрын
I've owned four Hondas, currently driving my second Acura and the new RDX will likely be my next car. That said, this vlog felt far more like a commercial than a review. While a follower of the manufacturer, I've said since 1984 when Honda rolled out its first four speed automatic transmission, reframe from purchasing a car the first year a new model or a model overhaul is released, for there's always bugs and Acura/Honda usually greatly improves the car by the third year of production.
@wpgtriniman5 жыл бұрын
The centre console looks bizarre. They need to improve on this.
@stephenhendricks1035 жыл бұрын
The most impressive of Acura's current lineup (imo.) With the exception of the giant dial for drive mode in the center stack, it's very impressive. And very good to see Acura paying attention to its original market mission.
@tonytanti81385 жыл бұрын
Don't know how it still doesn't have LED rear turn signals...
@tommy139655 жыл бұрын
Agreed if the crv has front and rear led turn signals why can’t acura have them. Lexus does the same thing their IS and RC still has incandescent bulbs smh.
@c2meyo5 жыл бұрын
badass in n out!
@MrMegatron853 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you mentioned the spare tire. A lot of reviewers are saying it only has an inflation kit. They obviously didn't take a peak under the car
@seanhenry7443 жыл бұрын
Canadian version has a spare.
@440centerline3 жыл бұрын
I've owned 3 Accords the most recent a touring V6 coupe. Delighted with my 2021 RDX
@tessalainez46114 жыл бұрын
Acura ❤️😍😘
@tothemoon64715 жыл бұрын
Im surprised that Zack doesn't mention anything about the dashboard. All the other reviewers criticized the old look of the dash. Also the price went up way too much compare to the last model.
@Motormouth...5 жыл бұрын
I think you're confusing this with the MDX, this car is brand new inside and out, so it doesn't look old
@tothemoon64715 жыл бұрын
@@Motormouth... Hi Zack, i think the dashboard gauge looks like the one from RSX which came out in 2005 especially with the red light. Other than the gauge, i do agree that every design is all new for 2019.
@iana36s5 жыл бұрын
The RDX is home run for Acura.
@sagariesleo45775 жыл бұрын
You guys are definitely one of the cutest couple ❤️❤️
@patrickv4185 жыл бұрын
Bringing your wife in on this one was a good idea because she is the target market. Most drivers are Moms with kids. Its a half decent vehicle with average reliability, not great no bad . It pretty well falls right into its segment and the BMW X3 is its direct competitor, ( X1 is not quite same class) BMW stands for Break My Wallet and although owner satisfaction is high reliability is very low. Most vehicles in this segment score about the same though to be fair ( if you want and ugly as hell vehicle but very reliable get a Forester ) so it boils down to if you like it and pricing .
@nibpicky5 жыл бұрын
The wife is getting really good at reviews. Also let us know about Apple and google integration please.
@JakeDrives15 жыл бұрын
I was shocked when I heard her voice doing the intro! Excellent. These guys are some of my favorites. Especially these couple reviews!
@buckowens79885 жыл бұрын
gorgeous
@GuuiYae5 жыл бұрын
this car has all the techs, but whatever the reason, I'm still in love with the shape of my Rx 350 f sport though the tech is creepy.
@wastbs5 жыл бұрын
Awesome review!!! I want one Now!!!
@XelaOso8505 жыл бұрын
Im23 and i would buy tf out of this thing
@joshmusser99345 жыл бұрын
Most likely trading in my 14 Ford Escape titanium in the next 6 months for this thing.
@alexiarai9555 жыл бұрын
The Acura 2020 RDX is close to being out so you might wanna trade it in for that one lol
@jadeyemi86975 жыл бұрын
I own it and do not reccomend. Not reliable. It is a sexy design though.
@alexiarai9555 жыл бұрын
@@jadeyemi8697 Oh it's not reliable? Thats odd for an acura.
@jadeyemi86975 жыл бұрын
@@alexiarai955 I love it style wise...but i am relieved that I leased and didnt buy. Already had trouble with suspension system and took over a month to get the part, had to drive it around squeeking, still no Android Auto, navigation system is one of the worst (works... but really hard to follow because no alerts or changes to the screen when turns come on like other models). This is my 5th Acura, for a brand new car, I am not impressed. Never had issues with other cars.
@alexiarai9555 жыл бұрын
@@jadeyemi8697 Oh alright. My cousin has a 2019 RDX but he's always said it was a really good running car. It had power, his breaks never squeaked, and he only needs to service it every few months :0
@cleanasdirt68325 жыл бұрын
Those central controllers suck when you’re left handed.🇨🇦
@unkyoutubelover85675 жыл бұрын
I’m left handed but being everything is accommodating for righties. I’ve Learned to use both hands...
@cleanasdirt68325 жыл бұрын
She's Happy I’m sure a lot of guys are smiling knowing that. 😂
@jsiu85185 жыл бұрын
so long as the steering wheel is on the left, you'll always have an issue with central controllers regardless of any vehicle
@Lucky8s5 жыл бұрын
@@unkyoutubelover8567 Then move to a country where the driving position is on the right. Righties will adapt to a center console and won't bitch about it like you.
@unkyoutubelover85675 жыл бұрын
The Best Boy do yourself a favor and don’t come for me! My comment was directed to Dwayne Rose so there was no need for you to directly comment to me. I’m entitled to my opinion and that it’s. Now you can go kick rocks!
@10tenman105 жыл бұрын
I'm wondering whether moving to the top model to get active dampers is worth it.
@PMI5515 жыл бұрын
Excellent review; you two make a good team!
@jasonprice98235 жыл бұрын
The “it’s just a Honda” people make me laugh. Uneducated.
@wasabikimchi78915 жыл бұрын
But is it more than a Honda outside of pricing. Now answer me.
@perkhere22524 жыл бұрын
Wasabi Kimchi Yes, yes it is. Educate yourself,
@samimtokhy93123 жыл бұрын
Drive a CRV than get into a RDX. Or vice versa. You will change your view, im sure. Modern Acuras are on a different class!
@davidjym5 жыл бұрын
i was never a fan of the numerous buttons and switches with Acura products, this RDX cleaned up a bit, still looks too busy.
@mrslcom5 жыл бұрын
Impressive vehicle. Great job Acura. How about the safety features?
@XavierMathewsEntertainment5 жыл бұрын
Tanah Merah they all come standard.
@garnerlibato48875 жыл бұрын
the last year of the previous gen the 2018 RDX got no recalls, no TSB's (its all fixed. this 2019 model got 9 TSB's! (acurazine forums) lol. when you buy one I guess you should wait for a mid refresh cycle.
@hrcrider67013 жыл бұрын
Amazing SUV....
@tubetop1235 жыл бұрын
I've always liked Acuras interior look. Looks like I'm piloting a robot
@ssaini50285 жыл бұрын
I am picking up my 2019 RDX Elite Trim next week, I see why more and more Canadians are buying these CUV's
@shawnjones7965 жыл бұрын
Happy to hear beautiful luxury vehicle plus it good on gas u have great taste mate
@kellingtonlink9565 жыл бұрын
I suspect that this will do well for Honda... I mean Acura. Personally... it does little for me, but it is perhaps your best competitor in this insatiable segment. Thanks for your reliable thoughts/impressions on this new RDX.
@akila2195 жыл бұрын
is it ever going to come out with a sport hybrid like the mdx?
@davismaivang3 жыл бұрын
Is there pedestrian detection, auto-dimming mirror, and self-parking, or parking assist?
@DM-xt3rl5 жыл бұрын
I’m waiting for the MDX Redesign. If it is anything like the RDX redesign it should be great. There are rumors about a twin turbo 3.0 option. I hope that they do modify the center console though so the middle button isn’t so prominent. That said the MDX will have some competition since Hyundai is supposed to be finally putting out it’s Genesis SUV. As far as leasing. I have never leased......why.....because I want to have something to trade in or sell when it’s paid for and also because I average between 18-20000 miles per year and tend to keep cars no more than 4-6 years. Most if not all of the so called cheaper BMW and Mercedes leases are for 10-12000 miles per year.
@columbiars3 жыл бұрын
Is there a really big difference between 4wd and 2wd for the average customer?? just asking so I can save eventually 2000 if I get one (from 2021). EDITED: go for 4wd.
@XcerCL4 жыл бұрын
I have the exact G star jacket, lol great video btw, love my 2020 RDX aspec
@danieloherrick63322 жыл бұрын
The A-Spec (at least in the US) does not have a spare tire. The larger wheel/tire won't fit in the spare tire space under the car.
@allbaugh04 Жыл бұрын
It will fit. You just have to buy the spare tire kit. It's an official Acura part.
@aluke6059 Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I was about to say, I don't have a spare tire but that tire fix-a-flat kit worked on my recent flat tire. Sealed up a tire they couldn't repair 🤙🏾
@secpac58chichi5 жыл бұрын
wow - andrea got back
@markpeoples45135 жыл бұрын
I bought the 2019RDX ASpec last June. Worst decision I ever made. CarPlay forget about it. Full of bugs. The technology is riddled with issues and the dealership just tells me they are known issues and are working on it. It’s been a year, really? My second Acura and my last.
@ravgill61564 жыл бұрын
Mark Peoples sounds like you just got a bad one. The only main issue I’ve heard of are; 1) brakes squeaking (a fix is out under warranty) 2) suspension creaks for some (fix is out under warranty) 3) Android Auto took about a year But you’re getting a brand new designed vehicle. Of course you’re gonna get some issues, hence warranty covers it
@sallauddin15 жыл бұрын
Nice review
@ismet_sxv5 жыл бұрын
Awesome car 🔥
@billsmafia_3 жыл бұрын
The front license plate ruins the look of this and many other cars. C'mon Ontario, ditch the front plates already.
@richarddeloach48645 жыл бұрын
It's better than Toyota Lexus Lexus IS garbage this is way better
@futbol19723 жыл бұрын
Was looking into buying one an 2018 or 2019 rdx but I heard the mpg is bad and alot of owners not getting the mpg claimed on sticker?? There is tons of forums about rdx mpg topic..been reading is a great vehicle and a joy to drive but very poor mpg.??
@Eword703 жыл бұрын
I got the 2021 RDX A Spec.... and the mileage seems to be bad gas goes by quick must be the turbo thing that drinks up the gas.... but over all the car is awesome ....
@ZakElbas5 жыл бұрын
Great video
@xplaur5 жыл бұрын
This A-Spec fully loaded RDX against fully loaded Q5 S-Line?
@musicfromheart5 жыл бұрын
A 2017RDX Technology i bought a couple of years ago costed me $36.5k. Now they’re asking $50+ for the new model?
@roberthorwitz86075 жыл бұрын
2019 technology is $40600 with SHAWD $42600. Still a jump up in price but a completely different vehicle. I was able to get mine about $2000 off MSRP but I paid for the Advanced.
@jabreal005 жыл бұрын
Well you know this is Canadian dollars. An A-Spec with AWD is mid $45K USD. It is less for those without A-Spec and without AWD. One can get a tech FWD for mid to high $30s. Please educate yourself.
@user-jk2it7sy5j4 жыл бұрын
Bought a 2019 a few months ago and noticed after every car wash my brakes act weird and the dealership guys say its due to moisture but this continues for days at a time and never happens with my other car so pretty sure its gotta do with these Rdx models only. Would love to hear fron other 2019 rdx owners
@kingdarius52524 жыл бұрын
Being crappy is a normal characteristic of new Acuras. Your car is functioning normally.
@mauriciocastro75055 жыл бұрын
Neat picking, why this car needs premium gas. I know it's a premium category and I should not care about gas prices, but if I get it used with 25 k, this car should cost around 35 k, which is affordable for me.
@slypx24 жыл бұрын
Turbo engine is the reason for premium gas
@larrybickle68963 жыл бұрын
I loved the mechanical features of my 2014 MDX, but the electronics were awful. They were at least 3 generations behind brands like Ford, GM, Subaru, Audi. I've been trying to see if Acura has come into the 21st century with their electronics. Does anyone know how they compare to the above brands?
@katanamast2795 жыл бұрын
They need a better engine to compete with the Jaguar F-Pace. That would be just perfect
@walterhurdle92265 жыл бұрын
RDX is in the size class of the E-Pace not the F-Pace.
@mikeb335 жыл бұрын
He glossed over that ridiculous screen/trackpad mess in a matter of seconds. Seems like eyes off the road too long while moving the pointer around the screen.
@Motormouth...5 жыл бұрын
I had no issue with it
@wpgtriniman5 жыл бұрын
Acura seems to have problems with their front grills. Not as attractive as the rest of the vehicle.
@wpgtriniman5 жыл бұрын
Agreed, Mario.
@m2drive8395 жыл бұрын
Another direct engine with turbo, they should have stick with 3.3L. Also acura seem to be trailing behind with the features when non luxury brands are already have have them. Acura should be the trend setter not the late bloomer. Side body looks like 2019 chevy blazer. The tail lights seemed to have been copied from gmc terrain.
@theMLBfan5 жыл бұрын
LoL what!? This came out before the Blazer! 😂
@perkhere22524 жыл бұрын
Actually the tailights are a combined design from the new gen accord pilot and ilx...
@General_Crock5 жыл бұрын
Nice review, though I do wish you spent a bit more time referencing ride characteristics on all of your videos.
@General_Crock5 жыл бұрын
@Mario Lopez Thanks for that Mario, I will edit my first comment!. The June vid had exactly what I was looking for!
@kriskrossdomingo17713 жыл бұрын
Hiw much is this now 2021??
@BullishBananaTrader3 жыл бұрын
45-47k MSRP
@CNHabs5 жыл бұрын
The Centre console looks too busy and obsolete for 2019.
@Platelunchexpress3 жыл бұрын
I’d rather have a wife like that than any vehicle
@kdomster91415 жыл бұрын
Hey if only the interior ergonomics were better , and that center consol has look of Panasonic 200usd boom box plasticky too flashy typical Honda too busy and awkward design that leads to series of ergonomy problems. Engine could rather have more torque and less HP for more everyday perdormamce (CX5?) down low with no need to rev it. 10 speed is way too many , car starts to search for gears ....6 to 8 speed is a fine balance . I like AWD bias to RWD , good choice in tuning there. Good handling is a plus . I wish it looked little classier , specially rear that has generic appearance.
@TurfSurf5 жыл бұрын
The interior is so busy, really doesn’t match the exterior.
@kerbytheslayer61815 жыл бұрын
I miss the old Acura’s
@janoycresnova91565 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous car, about as gorgeous as Andrea :)
@LUVXMIST726355 жыл бұрын
Tested the car, loved the ride, hate the infotainment, the touch pad interface is a dealbreaker for me so please try it before committing to this car. I don’t know why they couldn’t borrow and improve on the Honda system instead of making this stupid unintuitive touch pad.
@DoEverythingDerek5 жыл бұрын
Redouane Boumendjel I love how they did the infotainment center super easy to use
@jimmydeneus96812 жыл бұрын
Dream car
@AE-dp2uv5 жыл бұрын
Zack, would you recommend the Elite/advanced package vs ASPEC? Can you comment if the dampeners and added luxury are worth it?
@Motormouth...5 жыл бұрын
I suggest you try them both to see if you can notice a difference. There have been many months between getting a chance to drive the one with the active dampers and this one. I think the aA-spec, with the bigger Wheels might just be enough of a difference over getting active suspension
@eleanormassaro51955 жыл бұрын
If the ASPEc model had rain sensing wipers, then that would be the one I would get. But, alas, that feature is only available on the advanced/Elite model😕
@sachadavenport47195 жыл бұрын
Eleanor Massaro I have the ASPEC and it has rain sensing wipers.
@patrickboyd33645 жыл бұрын
Ill be sitting in my driveway in 2023.
@Yan70019782 жыл бұрын
The SH AWD uses the brakes? I've always tought it was an ecm that command a planetary gear set to apply more torque on the outside wheel when there's enough throttle apply. The torque vectoring system may uses the brakes for the front wheels. So it's more of a VSA for the front? I did road test it on a back road, I have not feel any brake application in the turns in sport+
@steevehomex2 жыл бұрын
USB Type-C is available ?
@AmitojdeepSinghBrar2 жыл бұрын
Use a USB A to C adapter ($10ish)
@hsvcommodore41115 жыл бұрын
I don't like the rdx personaly
@crod64312 жыл бұрын
I test drove a 2022 A-Spec Advanced with Head Up Display and 360 Camera. It has adequate power but Infotainment System is not easy to work with. I prefer the Volvo XC60 R-Design.
@ptailor5 жыл бұрын
wow, that interior is a hot mess. Way too busy. Why can't they make it more elegant like the german brands?
@perkhere22524 жыл бұрын
Because this isn’t a german car
@10tenman105 жыл бұрын
Hate the panoramic moonroof. Would never use it. Less safe, more prone to problems
@stephenhendricks1035 жыл бұрын
Obviously you don't live in the US Pacific Northwest where sunny days (especially in the winter) are a cause for celebration and getting all the light possible in a dark cabin is a major benefit.
@Peppermint15 жыл бұрын
Agree about the safety issue. Cars quite easily roll over especially in highway accidents (just check the russian dashcams), and I don't see how a shattered glass roof will help the passengers while the car is rolling: the bits of laminated glass can easily cut the skin, imagine how many of these will fly inside the car. Not to mention objects (stones, soil) can get inside the car while the car is rolling. Same if the car is t-boned, the shattered glass will fall onto the passengers heads, kids and toddlers included. In real life, only the rear passengers (so none, unless you have kids) enjoy a panoramic sunroof.
@rickfrank79345 жыл бұрын
@@stephenhendricks103 or you are just overlooking the safety issues he is bringing to light (no pun intended).
@stephenhendricks1035 жыл бұрын
@@rickfrank7934 (sigh)... Look, a certain level of risk is involved in driving, whatever the vehicle and whatever a vehicle's specific configuration. The issue is how much increased risk is involved in a vehicle with a sunroof or even larger moonroof. Consider the following... () When CUV's/SUV's first became popular in the 1980's and 1990's, rollover risk was a significant danger. In the years since, however, rollover risk has been significantly reduced in all vehicles and CUV's/SUV's are currently about as likely to rollover as sedans in the event of an accident. Pickup trucks are far more likely to rollover than any other design. And heavy vehicles are less likely to rollover than lighter vehicles More importantly in this case is that vehicles with sunroofs/moonroofs are no more likely to rollover than comparable vehicles with solid roofs. Want to reduce the risk of a rollover? Avoid pickup trucks, buy the heaviest vehicle you can find, and maintain and replace your tires since blowouts are a much greater risk than any other factor. Compared to each of those factors, a sunroof/moonroof doesn't even count. () But what about cases where an accident does occur? Are sunroofs/moonroofs a significant danger when they "shatter?" First, the claim that "laminated glass can easily cut the skin" is simply bogus. The purpose of laminated glass (with a plastic inner liner) is to PREVENT showering passengers "with bits" of glass. That's why they're required in windshields. And that's also why manufacturers increasingly use laminated rather than tempered glass in sunroofs/moonroofs. Second, in a rollover a much greater danger than a shattered sunroof/moonroof is a solid steel roof that crushes a passenger. And no, the overall structural rigidity of a roof has not been found to be reduced significantly by a sunroof/moonroof. But doesn't a passenger risk being ejected through a shattered sunroof/moonroof? Not compared to the risk of being ejected through a window of any car. That's one reason that side curtain airbags have been added to vehicles and safety experts recommend driving with windows closed. There have been a tiny number of complaints in which crash victims have claimed they were ejected through a sunroof/moonroof. But in the one case where Ford was sued based on the issue, the claim was denied in part because the jury believed injury could have been prevented by wearing a seat belt. As far as I know, there were no other cases of a successful (or even unsuccessful) suits. () But what about spontaneously "exploding" or "shattering" sunroofs/moonroofs other than in an accident? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) has tracked all sorts of safety issues since the 1970's, including these reports. And in the case of some manufacturers (most notably KIA and Hyundai) they continue to do so. The NHTSA isn't a perfect source of data, but it's far more reliable than "russian dashcams" and unsubstantiated youtube claims. So what's the risk? NHSTA has received about 500 complaints about spontaneously exploding or shattering sunroofs/moonroofs since 1995 with a steep increase in 2014 (187 reports) and a substantial drop since then (50 or so reports in 2017.) Notably, there are NO reports of serious injury associated with any of those reports according to a study of those reports by Consumer Reports (hardly a stout defender of manufacturers' safety records.) The NHTSA data is probably an underestimate of the true incidence of a problem. But even assuming only, say, ten percent of all incidents are reported to NHSTA, just how risky is a sunroof/moonroof installed in literally millions and millions of vehicles over a 22 year period? The arithmetic is left as an exercise for the reader. () The bottom line is that human beings are notoriously bad at estimating risk. Sensational reports about "unintended acceleration," and "exploding" sunroofs/moonroofs, grisly videos of rollover accidents,(and for that matter crimes committed by undocumented immigrants) fuel fears far out of proportion to actual risk. And in the interest of fairness, here's a link to one of the Consumer Reports articles that takes a different perspective. Though it doesn't contradict the points made above. www.consumerreports.org/car-safety/exploding-sunroofs-danger-overhead/
@mccraejoey825 жыл бұрын
acura trucks are back
@kje123able5 жыл бұрын
Terrible dash no flow looks like a afterthought
@tamaragarcia995 жыл бұрын
i have the rdx 2019 thats anyone know how to lyft the wipers up without damging the paint
@sagariesleo45775 жыл бұрын
Tamara G congratulations 🎉
@sagariesleo45775 жыл бұрын
Tamara G How does it feel driving it? Does it feel like you’re in a luxury car?
@tamaragarcia995 жыл бұрын
It that I get allot of complement I got the red one
@tamaragarcia995 жыл бұрын
And yes it feels luxurious
@sd1inspector3453 жыл бұрын
Hold wiper stalk to mist position and turn car off,
@sergevivier28615 жыл бұрын
The RDX will be competing with the Lexus NX
@Siggfuggggg20005 жыл бұрын
More like rx
@Siggfuggggg20005 жыл бұрын
Heyu Yoma nx is too small
@agm60955 жыл бұрын
A fancy CRV?
@onehmong93685 жыл бұрын
Not a chance
@walter777smith65 жыл бұрын
I want to make a comment about her but I wouldn't because respect the guy .
@xobeautyxo935 жыл бұрын
I love this car it’s amazing
@DoubleDoubleWithOnions5 жыл бұрын
This broad walks into a bar and the bartender says.... why the long face?
@04tsxpower5 жыл бұрын
115k makes sense
@travelinben19665 жыл бұрын
Not enough towing capacity.Need a minimum of 3500.Enter Rav 4 adventure.
@calimade81365 жыл бұрын
No digital mph or 360 camera..
@thomaszindros2475 жыл бұрын
Cali Made heck yes there is
@calimade81365 жыл бұрын
@@thomaszindros247 not on the Aspec model
@thomaszindros2475 жыл бұрын
Yes there is
@calimade81365 жыл бұрын
@@thomaszindros247 are you in Canada? Cause not in North America
@slypx24 жыл бұрын
they have it. It’s in the “Elite Platinum” trim
@kingdarius52525 жыл бұрын
Acura is a luxury brand sort of like Olive Garden is a fine Italian ristorante.
@AFCompany5 жыл бұрын
kingdarius5252 no that’s INFINITI. Acura’s definitely more like a Cheesecake Factory hahaha.
@kingdarius52525 жыл бұрын
@@AFCompany You give Acura too much credit!
@AFCompany5 жыл бұрын
kingdarius5252 not really. They use high quality materials in the making of their cars and have great engines and power trains. Ever driven one? Not as luxurious as a Mercedes but more fun to drive for sure.
@kingdarius52525 жыл бұрын
The only part I can sort of agree with is the engines. @@AFCompany
@AFCompany5 жыл бұрын
kingdarius5252 have you driven one? Drive an RLX. Drives better than most Mercedes and equal to the rest. Most of their cars drive more sporty with more responsive steering than Mercedes. Mercedes is just a step above in luxury. And until recently Acura’s interior materials were no different than that of a BMW or Audi, the styling was just different. But all three brands have and are updating their interiors. To me Mercedes will always have the most luxurious interior of the Germans and Japanese. But In terms of driving dynamics and smoothness Acura is definitely not an Olive Garden luxury car Hahahaha.