Daily Driving a 2022 Acura RDX A Spec

2022 Acura RDX A Spec Advance (Platinum Elite) review by The Straight Pipes. The 2022 Acura RDX is putting down 272 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque from a 2.0L Turbo 4 Cylinder. At $53,645 USD would you take it over the Genesis GV80, BMW X3, Audi Q5, Lexus RX350, INFINITI QX50, Volvo XC60, Buick Enclave?
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[@TheStraightPipes]

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[@benlecluyse]

😁

[@snakeeyes9246]

3:12 my uncle was considering a Lexus RX before. He ended up not buying it because he somehow didn't fit in it. He's only a tad bit taller than Jakub.

[@6x.justin]

Hi

[@BiggTim]

Buick Envision

[@theseries7636]

PLS DO THE REVIEW OF THE NEW FORD EXPEDITION TIMBERLINE AND THE BMW 530I IN BASE SPEC ASKING FROM U GUYS FRO OVER 2MONTHS NOW PLSSSS WAITING FROM U GUYS DO IT IN YOUR STYLE

[@jacobgaylord9277]

I don’t understand why so many people struggle with the, “True Touch,” touchpad. Yes, it’s different than a normal touchpad, but when I test drove an RDX it was pretty easy to acclimate to. Since you can rearrange the icons, you can put the most used ones in the corners and it’s a quick and smooth experience.

[@ericc705]

I agree! I think true touch is awesome! I can use it without having to take my eyes off the road. Touch screens are dangerous in a car.

[@fns3159]

I agree we had one as a loaner for service and got use to it the same day

[@SinCityDarkKnight]

I love mine. It's so awesome imo

[@rrange]

It’s not user friendly and not practical

[@moisesescobarr]

I say the same thing! It’s actually pretty simple to use and i like how it keeps the brain working/ muscle memory

[@obrienmorency7117]

These two might be the most relatable “car guys” on KZbin. The seem like they’re just happy to be here and not as arrogant as the more established guys.

[@padredave53]

I’m currently on a road trip with my 2019 RDX. Making the trek from AZ to TX to WI to IL…..67,000 miles and still a total joy to drive!

[@nemavezee]

Great video. Quick comment about lock button on trunk - car can be programmed to lock when you leave it's proximity with the key in pocket. So no button needed it'll just lock which is even more convenient.

[@geraldpoirier]

There is still a button on the trunk, it is just smaller so more difficult to find.

[@MegaDrake25]

If you set your Acura to lock after you are 8 ft away, then you do not need the tailgate lock button. It locks automatically.

[@dakkmann]

Lock button is on the outside of the hatch. Next to the open button. You just have to wait for the hatch to close. 😏

[@marklynch1702]

There is also a lock button on the exterior of the trunk lid!

[@artieartya]

I think that’s just it if it had a dedicated lock button like what Yuri is asking for then you don’t have to wait by it before walking away.

[@andys1548]

People don’t realize how well Acura’s handle. They just think “oh it’s just a Honda”. Probably one of the best handling cars on the market

[@wcovey25]

BMW always nails the steering feel something Acura and Honda never get right imo

[@bradyaradgamer1630]

@@wcovey25 Mercedes’ steering is amazing can’t lie bmw has good awd drive system

[@YasssStitch]

99.99% of people have no clue what SHAWD is let alone how to use it. Most people think AWD means all wheel stop. No clue that off throttle means zero traction let alone how to use torque vectoring.

[@LupineTendencies]

Acura and Mazda have it on point imo

[@andys1548]

@@wcovey25 Yes, but for value I'd go with Acura any day. Used to have a 2011 X3 but went back to Acura

[@JamiePatton13]

There is a trunk lock button; beside the plate light is two buttons. One wide one to open the trunk, one narrow one to lock the car.

[@jeffs6090]

I think you meant Buick Envision. The Enclave is too big and has three rows. I also think the NX might be closer than the RX for the Lexus competition.

[@jonlosito2004]

I dont think they know anything about the Buick lineup. And in my opinion, I'm glad that they dont cuz Buick is the most boring luxury brand now.

[@ty-hr7jg]

I literally logged in on my phone just to comment this. Did they really just say the buick Enclave was the direct competitor for the RDX? Also yes definitely the NX, not the RX and also the XT4, not the XT5...

[@jonlosito2004]

@@ty-hr7jg The Enclave is a 3 row SUV from GM. There’s the Envision which is more of a competitor.

[@theMLBfan]

Yeah they fucked up the comparison section. Don't know what they were thinking.

[@ty-hr7jg]

@@jonlosito2004 Yes that's what I'm saying. Not sure what they were smoking prior to that comparison.

[@AcuraAddicted]

Yep, the A-Spec Elite is awesome. Especially the blue one with ebony interior ;) Super comfortable, easy driving and fun car. P.S. The sound is 100% pumped in in Sport. P.S. 2: there is a definitive suspension comfort difference between Sport and Comfort. P.S. 3 Canada has allocation for 15 of those PMC edition cars. I almost got one, but it never came from the production plant after 2 months of waiting...

[@boy638]

You mean you would have to wait over 2 months for the PMC edition to arrive?

[@AcuraAddicted]

@@boy638 ​ No, I mean I waited for 2 months for it to come. And it never came. So I settled for the A-SPEC Elite (also ordered at the same time in December)

[@boy638]

@@AcuraAddicted Did they tell you why it never came?

[@AcuraAddicted]

@@boy638 It was never built.

[@boy638]

@@AcuraAddicted That's odd, did they explain why it was never built?

[@BlackSpaniard]

Despite all the competition, the Acura & Lexus will always turn out to be more reliable and depreciate less than the competition... Acura looks better than the Lexus to me. This A Spec trim is a no-brainer

[@profpigeon5441]

Totally.. it’s hard for me to buy other brands. I’d rather lease a German car. But I also don’t like leases. I’m going to test drive this next weekend

[@tungnguyen4074]

A lot of people didn’t know that RDX use the same engine from Accord 2.0T with the 10 speeds trans. The set up that can beat other vehicle in its class when its come to off the line acceleration.

[@XRP-XLM]

RDX has auto walk away lock it will lock automatically. You have to turn it on in the settings.

[@niuhuskieguy]

One of my favorite features I never knew I wanted.

[@cheesiebread]

Hi, I just bought 22 rdx and I cannot figure out how to get it to auto lock. Can you explain! Is the settings on the steering wheel or on the screen?

[@afrhn]

I bought my 2020 Acura RDX right after your first review of this SUV! I opted for the Elite trim (I think it's Technology in America) because I didn't want the red dash cluster. One thing I hate about the SUV is that it doesn't have a digital speedometer in the middle, as you see in the video, it's nice to see they added that in the 2022 RDX. There is actually a lock button for the car on the trunk. The button is right beside the trunk release, it took me two months to figure that out haha Also, wouldn't this be more comparable to the 2022 Lexus NX just because you get three-row on the RX?

[@CP-vg4vy]

Took one of these on a backroad on a wet road and the amount of grip and confidence this thing gives you is insane. Where I was expecting to lose grip I just had more and more of it and the awd system literally rotates the car around a corner. Beautifully executed.

[@varsity2845]

Ok buddy

[@jasoncarmona1724]

@@varsity2845 nobody asked you

[@ramzanshaikh1656]

@@jasoncarmona1724 No one even asked you to give suggestions to someone.

[@jasoncarmona1724]

@@ramzanshaikh1656 what suggestion did I give

[@ramzanshaikh1656]

@@jasoncarmona1724 why did you delete your comment ?

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

I think Acura knocked it outta the park with this new generation of the RDX ~~ with this segment it really depends on your preference since luxury means many different things to a lot of people. Acura's take is still really good and its a good sporty luxuty SUV to have 🙌

[@ranns2805]

10:35 AM PST. I just bought the RDX and absolutely love it. The touchpad is not an issue at all to me.

[@cjwestside]

Great review as usual. FYI the lock button at the tailgate is next to the opening lever. Very easy to use

[@jasonlam8945]

Also on the CR-V

[@davidcohen2762]

The one real huge problem with that car is it drinks gas on the highway. The car has a much bigger fuel tank than my ilx but it uses half a tank to go the same distance.

[@JokerG16]

The 4-cylinder drinks gas?! What’s the point of them downsizing the engine then?

[@davidcohen2762]

@@JokerG16 its cheaper to make and when they do the EPA testing, the car is on a dyno with the turbo at mechanical minimum because theres no wind resistance. No boost=best fuel economy. In reality the turbo is making constant boost on highway driving.

[@GlennTerryJr]

Enable the sport meter “always show”. Then adjust your right foot patterns by looking at the boost gauge. Red is boost and purple is vacuum. Best I’ve got is 24.9 MPG highway cruising on 93 octane.

[@davidcohen2762]

@@GlennTerryJr we used to have a v6 rdx and that thing got the same fuel economy as the new one.

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

Best balance of interior space and handling imo.

[@padredave53]

KTuner has a nice package to reprogram the ECU to make it go quicker….very nice!

[@Mramdas14]

Nice review. Couldn’t help but notice some more enthusiasm from both of you on this vehicle in comparison to your 2019 review. Did you grow a liking to it over the last 3 years or is it because this review is more in the context of a daily driver vehicle?

[@TheStraightPipes]

I liked it a lot in 2019 and I think I kept liking it more in comparable suv reviews after that. I think I even said I'd recommend it over an X3 at one point lol - Jakub

[@JTMoodie2]

I also really love this SUV. I daily-drove one myself a few months ago. Part of me still wants it to be more affordable 😂 $45k would have me convinced without question. Im curious to see if they'll drop a Type-S with a detuned V6 or the outgoing Type R motor, or if they would further tune/evolve the current engine like the MDX/TLX Type-S seemed to do

[@HOTPLATEGAMING]

They’ll probably just have a Civic Type R engine in it

[@witchkid66]

isn’t this already a detuned variant of the type r engine?

[@HOTPLATEGAMING]

@@witchkid66 Nope. Internals are different from a K20C1 & K20c4

[@witchkid66]

@@HOTPLATEGAMING gotchya, i wasnt sure!

[@dude-yg9ez]

@@HOTPLATEGAMING same engine but different tuning right?

[@Dave-lr2wo]

Had this car as a loaner today. Took me maybe 30 seconds to get used to the touchpad. It's not a big deal.

[@rzemos]

Actually Lexus NX is RDX's competitor.

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building !!!!!

[@olso1901]

Great video, I really like the daily driving format and think you should definitely talk about gas cost (regular vs super, l/100k, cost per year) and gas range since for regular use it’s a very important thing to consider. You could even talk about relative insurance cost for a specific vehicle ( cheap vs expensive)

[@sethdressen9013]

Agreed! I think the addition of gas prices along with the cost per year would be wonderful. Insurance cost would be tricky, I'm 99% sure they base how much you pay mostly on area, and # of accidents per age group, gender and a whole bunch of factors. BUT a good range would be nice!

[@olso1901]

I agree, or maybe just a specific warning for high insurance cars like a STI. Or they could find a sponsorship/partnership with an insurance company to give more details on average cars

[@ivatrainghiem4578]

Love this SUV particularly and love Honda&Acura cars generally. Trying my best to gain and save money for buying a car branded by Honda once in my life 🥰

[@ianandrews5988]

Good job boys! The RDX just works so well especially in Canada where we have to deal,with crappy roads. Having a front to back AWD system makes the RDX feel very secure in all conditions. I’ve driven the 2022 RDX with adaptive suspension and the difference between comfort and sport are noticeable. Agreed on the 2021 and older RDX the difference was hard to feel. Definitely a great all rounder and if I was looking for a smaller SUV this would be in my driveway.

[@lowlifeangler]

I would go with Subaru

[@mv3380]

@@lowlifeangler Also a good option. Find the interiors to look and feel cheap though on the Subaru.

[@lowlifeangler]

@@mv3380 Seems to me you don't anything about plastics, I been dealing with Honda, Toyota and Subaru in plastics almost 30 years. No big deal just saying.

[@acche-rc]

infotainment sucks so bad so we'll just stay with hyundai/kia. Sorry Acura, listen to your audience

[@lowlifeangler]

And how many recalls?

[@mattgros9707]

I have a 22 aspec (no advance for me) and I love it. I would have loved to see a fully digital gauge cluster like Audi is doing but I still love the analog (even if they are hard to see in sun). It is annoying that remote start doesn't come standard for the aspec although you can pay for the acura link subscription (which has been disappointing for me) instead of having a key fob. All in all though, I love this vehicle and it's great fun to drive for a small SUV at a better price point than bmw/audi and a few others.

[@aloysiussnuffleupagus9360]

I own an Apex blue Pearl with Orchid interior. My only real complaint is I'm only getting 14l/100km even when i drive in Comfort mode most of the time without a heavy foot.

[@atmartens]

If I was to replace my current RDX, I’d get this one in the blue. It’s such a fun, and useful car to have. I think the Lexus is great but living in the Midwest, I couldn’t imagine cleaning the grill. All the bugs to get out of the grill would suck.

[@naveenthemachine]

The Lexus”? 😂😂🤣🤣 Get the Rdx lol. The Rdx is still a way better car than any Lexus nx

[@atmartens]

@@naveenthemachine it’s not my favorite but it is a reliable choice.

[@lowlifeangler]

Subaru Outback Wilderness come in blue

[@superchargedsteve3411]

Acura is so meh. Good tech, bland styling and performance.

[@lowlifeangler]

10 years behind Toyota

[@elliekaye5129]

You hookup CarPlay Once. You set your favorites radio station Once. You don’t need to manipulation the Screenshot much after that.

[@Adamantium830]

That panoramic sunroof is so nice omg!

[@stolas666]

Super swanky shot list. I appreciated the extra effort. Macro shots are very fun

[@aceofspades6667]

Yuri Jakub would you go with the GV70 2.5T or rdx a spec? I lean toward GV70 for looks and interior and the rdx for handling and powertrain. The touchpad in the rdx does not bother me. SH-AWD is legit. Are baby shades a dealer accessory that can be added ?

[@alexion7160]

The Gv70 is 8k more in top trim and also 7k more in base model. Powertrain , not sure how you can beat honda 4 cylinders. Sure hp is higher on the Gv70 but its just known that honda 4 cylinders are one of the best in the business. The Gv70 has a more unique interior tho and arguably nicer

[@rickyrich93]

2.5L GV70 in Sport Prestige trim is pretty comparable priced to a RDX ASpec Advanced. I test drove both and felt the Genesis had far more power on tap compared to the Acura. Handling wise both felt good, really the only thing that I think the Acura crushes all competition is with the ELS Sound System and a great heads up display. Both are AWD Vehicles except the Genesis is RWD based while Acura is Front wheel drive based using SHAWD to imitate a RWD based setup.

[@kiwan5425]

GV70, obviously.

[@alexion7160]

@@rickyrich93 Yeah you're right. That RWD architecture is just nicer for sure. The ELS sound is comparable to cars that cost 120k ! Hyundai kia genesis just scare me due to the random engine fire problems. Just a month ago they released a statement telling customers to make sure they park their vehicles outside incase they ignite and are inside a garage. Obviously honda has had problems with the 1.5T when it first came out but it was oil dilution. The 2.0T has been well tested and can seem to run for ever. Not sure if someone who buys an suv in this class cares but i would.

[@mato2126]

@@rickyrich93 How do the suspension and sound dampening compare btw GV70 and RDX? Also did any one of them make you feel more comfortable and confident (felt stable) than the other while driving?

[@michaelnyden8056]

The only reason I don't buy the RDX and went for the X3 is because journalists and consumers alike have been screaming to go to a touchscreen which is an easy fix for years now and Acura just keeps ignoring them. For that reason alone and the fact that that ten speed auto isn't really improving mpg at all consider the X3 m40i with much more power gets same mileage over a 2.0L turbo is sad!

[@bobsctx8166]

Wait a minute! You missed the Lexus NX which is main luxury competitor to RDX. RX350 competes with MDX.

[@mfmf100]

Very anatomical episode of the Straight Pipes.

[@DoEverythingDerek]

There IS!! a lock button for the trunk, its to the right of the button where the button is to open it the hatch, its a little button, to the left is where you open the hatch from the outside, its where a normal handle would be for a lift gate, so that is actually there!

[@TheStraightPipes]

Doesn’t count. Do I Gotto let it close then click another button? Too many buttons

[@DoEverythingDerek]

@@TheStraightPipes the walk away auto lock is all I ever use, I shut the trunk, walk away, it locks

[@vin2111]

I agree the GV70 is a better value but it lacks the dealer experience which is largely nonexistent. I’ve joined a couple GV70 and RDX groups and blogs, and the #1 complaint on the GV70 pages is the “Hyundai” experience at a majority of the dealerships - not honoring the free 3 year maintenance, not getting the concierge service or getting sonatas and lesser Hyundais as loaners while their Genesis is in service, etc. I test drove both cars, loved the GV70, almost ordered one but decided to order the RDX instead after experiencing some of that “Hyundai” level service during my car shopping.

[@naveenthemachine]

Personally I would give up the dealer experience to get a better quality luxury car. It’s more about the car than the brand. You could buy a gv70 from a dirty Hyundai dealer and still come out ahead as a luxury car

[@Av3ntur0zky]

What about prices?

[@nealewalter]

Was at a Hyundai / Genesis dealer yesterday (after 10 years of 2012 genesis Hyundai ownership). Show room had dodge 392 scat pack, Mercedes’ 2 dr amg, dodge demon, 2 new corvettes, a Porsche, dodge truck…, no Hyundai or Genesis products inside??? 5 to 8 month wait if you order a gv70

[@fishermansmobileweighstati3645]

Great feedback and good to know. My first car was a Toyota Camry coupe. I loved the car but the service experience was brutal. My next car was a Lexus es 300 and the dealership service experience was night and day. This is one of the reasons why I never went back to a non luxury brand.

[@PatrickWilliamsI]

The Lexus NX and not the RX is the direct competitor from Lexus.

[@dim5619]

Wouldn’t the NX be a closer competitor to this? The MDX seems closer to the RX

[@accordwhip3467]

imo I think the MDX would compete more with the RXL rather than just the standard RX, which the RDX would compete with (I think)

[@Jtob410]

The RX and RXL are both in the next price bracket above the RDX. They do not directly compete, the RX has a larger size. Idk why they said that, they also said the Buick Enclave which is 3 or 4 FEET longer and wider than the RDX is competition. The RDX doesn’t have a 3rd row but the Enclave does. Idk, maybe they mis spoke🤷🏽‍♂️

[@volcalstone]

@@accordwhip3467 this isn't about # of seats comparison. It's about the size cause the NX is considered a compact size just like the RDX. Most people also cross shop the MDX with the RX as well.

[@Jtob410]

@@volcalstone Agree, it seems they were matching the compact RDX to Midsize SUV’s for some reason.

[@accordwhip3467]

@@volcalstone gotcha gotcha, thanks for the info

[@elbeial]

competes with the NX not RX?

[@naveenthemachine]

Neither of the two can compete with the Acura. Thr Acura is just far superior in just about every way possible

[@coreyvalinsky6685]

Yes. RX is MDX competitor.

[@MrTLX]

Yuri “HORSEPOWER AND TORQUE”

[@enriquearayatajr]

Great video! The red interior is sooo clean, I would love to have this in the blue or white exterior one day. Not digging red on red

[@zachbackar5389]

I have the new Acura A-Spec SH-AWD TLX, and it drives great.

[@zabuma]

man I wish they made an rdx hybrid

[@aspecreviews]

An RDX hybrid with the NSX hybrid system would be insane...

[@matthewcolej]

Correction: The RDX does have a lock button on the Tailgate, it is by the rearview camera.

[@jonlosito2004]

Can u guys do Daily Driving a Subaru Outback Wilderness??

[@lowlifeangler]

I pass a blue one on the way to work. It's freaking sick. I only have a 2018 premium, love it

[@95thRiflesOCI]

Imagine if they used a larger engine with similar tuned for the sport performance trim.

[@JokerG16]

I remember when these had a V6 smh

[@anotheran]

I could easily ask multiple neighbors down the street about their rdx but somehow I still watched this

[@TheStraightPipes]

Ask them if we got everything right

[@anotheran]

@@TheStraightPipes you said it's fast, check. You love the handling, check. You said it looks good, they love the looks. You said it'll take months to get accustomed to the controls, they said didn't take them that long and it's intuitive. So overall you guys were right!

[@Zaturn_]

My Daily driver, same color too :) I love it, very comfy.

[@Mark-eu6mc]

This competes more with the Lexus NX (RAV-4 underpinnings) over the RX. Also not really the Buick Enclave as that’s an entirely different size, competing more with MDX and QX60. Maybe the Buick Envision.

[@chaichail1750]

All 2019 and 2020 rear back window shatters we here in Winnipeg as over 20 rdx rear windows are on order mfg defect.

[@davidsixside769]

Great Review. I think I made up my mind on the RDX aspec.

[@Grovalife]

15:45 the arm rest slides forward guys!!! Amazing review as always!

[@Twizzler3294]

Two Acura videos in close succession is building my hype for Integra reviews even though that’s months out

[@BEnGShred]

not sure if it was a missed feature, my 2019 rdx aspec has auto locking doors. Walk away from the car with the fob in your pocket and it automatically locks. Love it

[@jasonschwanke916]

I think a lot of people miss that feature because it isn't turned on when you buy the vehicle new off the lot. You have to navigate through the settings a bit to find it and turn it on. Really cool feature except for the times I need to run out to the garage to grab something from the car but then have to go back inside to get the key because its locked lol

[@joshm237]

@TheStraightPipes the Lexus RX isn’t a competitor to this the Lexus NX is and the Buick Enclave is comparable to the MDX while the Envision is comparable to the RDX

[@OldThomMerton]

Okay, guys, here is my question . . . are we looking forward to a RDX vs. GV70 comparison? That is what I need!

[@rickyrich93]

100% these are my top two choices for my next car

[@kkflkkfl]

Those two are at the top of my list and I am so conflicted about which to get!

[@rickyrich93]

@@kkflkkfl SAME!

[@PrinceBains023]

@@kkflkkfl I’d go for the Acura just because of the reliability and resale value

[@ras9182]

Great review. RDX is the only Acura SUV I would consider. I have an older 2014 RX350 which is a boat but is an amazing highway cruiser. The tech set up would drive me nuts.

[@DEVILTAZ35]

This is so ugly compared to the Lexus though. I couldn't live with that awful front end lol.

[@Quandtimus]

@@DEVILTAZ35 holy L

[@AFCompany]

@@DEVILTAZ35 hahaha Lexus literally has the ugliest looking suvs. The grille on the RX and NX is just unforgivable and looks like predator. Acura has a very sleek and sporty design that has good body lines and not an oversized grille.

[@davidbram]

Love my 2021 RDX PMC in thermal orange pearl.

[@alh06]

The NX and Envision are its competitors, not the RX and Enclave.

[@jeffreysmith3697]

I build these daily and I am super impressed with these. Very very cool

[@GlennTerryJr]

Thank you for your work. This machine is a slept on gem.

[@mazpr2025]

Do a better job, QC is f0kyn horrible!

[@hugdeath929]

It’s a handsome car but the wheels look boring. I’m a fan of the interior. Was hoping for a a Type S version but the weak lane centering might be a deal breaker for me since I tend to do a good bit of distance driving. Have you guys heard anything about a Type S. Doesn’t seem like the bolstering is doing a good job of keeping Yuri in place. I feel like Jakub’s seat is usually just past the B pillar in vehicles and I’m wondering if he had the driver’s seat in his best seating position when he sat in the back. Does the red look as good as the GV70 red? It doesn’t really translate for me on camera. Love how Jakub laughed at Yuri & the lock button 😁

[@ryanb7110]

Acura has proximity keys. When you walk away the doors look automatically, even the trunk. I hate reviewers who complain about things that don't even know that the vehicle they are in has.

[@TheStraightPipes]

But I don’t want that setting on. I want to be able to manually lock it with a button, what if I walk away with the key but my wife is still getting something out of the car

[@viralvarshney]

The point is cost cutting. If this is top trim, it should have all the goodies that other models have. As a 2020 RDX owner, the tailgate sometimes is too slow to close and the walk away function doesn’t work because you’re already far away from the vehicle.

[@dhwin5709]

The car has a setting to enable / disable walk away auto lock. I have it enabled. If my wife is in the car still, I leave the keys with her. It's not a big deal. There are some instances where I walk away and she's lagging behind and says hey unlock.. then I use key fob to unlock.

[@ryanb7110]

@@TheStraightPipes then screw her lol.. nah all jokes aside if the car has a door open still it won't activate. To me you guys should tell people it has that feature instead of just leaving it out.

[@pierre598]

I hade an 2011 mdx 2007 type s TL. 2019 RDX and now another mdx aspec. And it’s my fav 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@KrishMod520]

I looked at EVERY car in this mid range SUV class and RDX is hands down the best along with Mazda. I chose the RDX because the A Spec truly makes it feel like a car worth way more than what I got it for. Very happy owner of RDX!

[@danielmelendez9943]

Besides Mazda has no reliability, once warranty is up, MAzda turbo + engine are expensive to maintain. Acura has better reliability and excellent resale value

[@Visia-w3h]

Acura, Infiniti and Lexus is a Japanese luxury name brand but mazda is not a luxury name brand so can not compare

[@danielmelendez9943]

I had a Mazda CX7 2008 GT turbo, fun car to drive but after the turbo went out, piston leaking oil, my engine was burning oil. Gave it up at 59k miles because the fix was too expensive and nobody really wanted to touch my car as the proprietary software for service could only be done at dealership and you know those guys are just ready to rip customers off!

[@danielmelendez9943]

I own a MdX 2011 with Sh-AWD and i love my SUV. Gas mileage sucks but the 3.7L engine has a lot of power and its a base model. I have 110k miles and no issies with my car.

[@lornestein7248]

@@danielmelendez9943 I drive a 2013 TL Sh-awd with that same 3.7l engine. Yup.. premium gas guzzler but everything else is tops!

[@centraltexasdashcam]

That's the only 4 cylinder I know that sounds like a 6 cylinder. Good job Acura 👏

[@sethdressen9013]

RIGHT?! BUT, Acura is honda, all they did to this, is take it out the accord, and hook the computer up LOL!

[@lowlifeangler]

More expensive CR-V

[@MMM-wh9iz]

@@lowlifeangler i have a crv 2018 and a acura rdx 2021, not in a milliom years i can compare those 2 cars in nothing!, the 2 cars are opositive of each other, the rdx is much faster better materials, the crv is bigger but it still lacks a lot of things , to make a comparison i got the new lexus nx 350h 2022 i can surely compare it with a rdx as the owner of those 3 cars i can say the rdx and the lexus are almost there almost same feeling of comfort, the lexus is slower but good materials, and the rdx is more comfy than the lexus in total space, the lexus looks more sport than the rdx but at the end of the day i love those 2 cars , and the crv is on sale i dont think i need it

[@jasonschwanke916]

@@MMM-wh9iz 100% I have owned 2 Honda's and now a 2021 RDX and the Acura is definitely a tier above any top trim Honda. The dudes who call Acura's overpriced Honda's simply haven't actually driven or been inside an Acura lol I would know because I use to be one of them! Finally drove an RDX last year because my wife liked the looks of it and it blew me away. We ended up buying it over a Volvo XC60, Lexus NX350 and Mazda CX-5 which were our other finalists.

[@Jim79234]

@@sethdressen9013 VW/Audi- Nissan/Infinity- Toyota/Lexus- 🙄

[@nimilpatel2642]

Guys these videos are REALLY good.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Thanks Nimil

[@spcw568]

been liking these types of videos guys! Keep it up

[@Kyle22030]

There is a lock button on the trunk, it's just to the right of the trunk release

[@Dkny991]

@straightpipes My 2021 RDX Tech does have a lock button for the trunk. It’s a small button, located on the outside, right of the button to open your trunk. I’m sure all of the trims have it, it’s just easy to miss it

[@goatmonkey2112]

Why are people so excited about a red interior? It's just hideous. Maybe you're a UGA fan.

[@jacobbrigl5428]

You mentioned the tailgate doesn't have a lock button feature and you have to walk around which is incorrect. The tailgate open button has a 2nd smaller button next it that locks it.

[@hackluster]

i hope you guys get to review the nsx type s

[@TheStraightPipes]

Same

[@jonlosito2004]

@@TheStraightPipes what about the Outback Wilderness?.

[@benpenagonzales6014]

Why don't we get this in the UK? I get the palisade etc is too big but this is perfect just slap a Honda badge on it

[@johnnybyup]

Finally a RDX review. Thanks, I plan on picking one up this summer. As a married couple looking at this car, I am happy that it doesn't have built in baby shades, those are terrible visually and functionally, unless you have baby's. I agree that the infotainment system will take some learning, but I plug my phone and listen to Spotify and use Google maps. I wish trunk space and SH-AWD were talked about more, because those are also top in its class.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Check tsp.truecar.com when it's time to buy 👍

[@iseethings4218]

VTEC kicking in!

[@brandonbanner8488]

All Honda / Acura products with smart entry have walk away auto lock. So, for most people that'll be enabled and there would be no reason to push the lock button on the trunk. But otherwise, great review as always!

[@ytsux9259]

Fact: the RDX is the best seller in its segment (class) for years.

[@bd5993]

Put a V6 in it and I will buy one. Screw those shiotty turbo 4 cylinders.

[@djay9220]

Where are you doing the test drive? It looks like a nice and curvey road for motorcycles.

[@Factoryrat77]

Mexico.

[@ejacquin01]

There's a lock button to the right of exterior truck open button.

[@jcsdesign]

Why do you put the US price in your description and not the Cad when you are reviewing in Canada? What a shame! Also, this is not a Lexus RX competitor, It competes with the NX. Good review though. Yuri finally back with some passion and excitement.

[@SueBobChicVid]

No baby, no baby shades needed. I spec'd my life to not include babies.

[@TheStraightPipes]

Then buy a sports car and avoid SUVs

[@BezmenovDisciple]

@@TheStraightPipesBut SUVs are comfier, safer, with more cargo room which are valuable even for people without kids.

[@marcusbutticus41]

This is my exact ride! Agree with 95% with your feedback. The one thing I think we're getting sucked in to is the touchscreen. Every car I tested with touchscreens were distracting to change anything and it makes you constantly look down from the road. Hated how the luxury brands force $5+k packages in you when everything is covered in 3 total packages (base, a spec, plat elite a spec) Other car is a manual BMW 340XI so wasn't looking for a something overly aggressive. This is great for a family of 4 + dog

[@jasonschwanke916]

Agree on the touchscreen thing. I don't understand the gripes some people have about the true touch pad. We have a 2021 RDX that my wife daily drives, and I drive a Ram with the giant touchscreen. I prefer the touch pad setup in the Acura over my truck now. So much easier and less distracting.

[@iliftbro413]

This lost me once you guys said the infotainment is NOT touch screen. That’s ridiculous

[@DeuceDeuceBravo]

Hope you guys will do some Buicks soon. Really interested in how they compare. I know they're mostly boring, but still curious. Not sure I could live with that Acura center console/infotainment. WAY more complicated than it needs to be. (I love the setup in our Mazda3)

[@TheStraightPipes]

If Buick drops one off at my house I’ll review it

[@christianocampos158]

They've already reviewed a Buick, just watch the Traverse review.

[@g.donuts3551]

Touch pads and screens do not work well with calloused fingers.

[@Greystoke1986]

Great review for me in particular. I’m looking at getting my FIRST SUV. The RDX was recommended to me. Is the Genesis GV70 better? I live in N Florida so no snow. But, lots of showers and long summers. So many options in this class that I’m really having a hard time deciding. I will not get the Buick. Lol! Any informed opinions out there? Thank you!

[@kiwan5425]

Go for a test drive. You will come home with GV70.

[@Greystoke1986]

@@kiwan5425, I am kind of leaning toward the GV70. It looks like a sweet ride and more of everything for the money! Thank you!

[@jasonschwanke916]

Bought a 2021 RDX A-spec last year and really like almost everything about it. We have some minor gripes/annoyances but nothing major. Overall I feel its a perfectly blended midsize SUV between luxury and sportiness. Its my wife's daily driver and has the right amount of luxury for her without breaking the bank, and for the times I'm driving it has just enough sportiness to have some fun with and reminisce about having a sports car again one day. If there is one thing I really wish it had it would be the digital speedometer. Hoping they add that to the 2021's through a software update since its now available on the 2022's. Its the exact same system so I don't see why it wouldn't be possible.

[@Caleb_Johnson]

This is exactly why I’m going to buy one this spring. I want my wife’s car to be sporty enough that I actually enjoy driving it since I daily drive a tacoma now instead of a fun sedan 😅

[@jasonschwanke916]

Yep. I drive a Ram 1500 and don't get me wrong I love my truck and will probably always daily drive a truck, but we use my wife's car for the most part when we go places together or as a family (unless its something where we need the truck's size or capabilities), so its nice that its fun to drive. She keeps it in comfort mode all the time but I switch it to sport/sport+ when I drive and its great! @@Caleb_Johnson

[@pjkr123]

WHEN WILL YOU REVIEWED BUICK? didn't you guys realized how crazy is it that BUICK still exists?!?

[@jonlosito2004]

I dont think they're ever gonna review a Buick. 😅😅 It's the most boring luxury brand ever..

[@lowlifeangler]

Buick are junk

[@pre9jm]

Drove my bro's 2021 rdx aspec and its proper good BUT I'd rather have naturally aspirated 6 cylinder engine powering it. I don't like how most manufacturers making 4 cylinder turbo's because it still sounds like a 4 cylinder.

[@hifam6451]

$54k, geez, i mean i know it's a premium vehicle, just all cars have gotten so pricey

[@lowlifeangler]

CRV is $10k cheaper, I got a 2018 Subaru Outback premium 4 years ago for $30k out the door. The Foresters were cheaper

[@AdrianO.]

I bought this car last week thanks to you guys. Awesome review!

[@zch8561]

Is the side mirror auto folding a luxury feature🙄 even my cheap car does that

[@razorsedgeadventures6599]

Like my 22 RDX Technology, but the worst in class fuel economy is maddening! Wish I had my BMW X4 back strictly for the 30% better fuel economy.