Hands On With The New 2022 Acura RDX Proves Acura Is Serious About Building Cool Cars Again!

[@richarddawson5836]

Just bought a 2022 Acura RDX. Can't wait to pick it up. Best value for the luxury mid SUV with great reliability.

[@AlaskanSnowLeopard]

Nice.

[@cordesruss]

Which trim and ETA ? Thanks

[@richarddawson5836]

@@cordesruss I bought the base RDX SH AWD. It comes loaded with pretty much everything. It's the best value. I'm picking it up end of the month.

[@XxCremeDeLaCreme]

Congrats! I can’t wait to upgrade. It’ll be this year for sure.

[@jonathantasler6891]

So.... it's Orchid. Pronounced Or-Kid. Like the flower!

[@J_Starr007]

Omfg he says it twice!!! No one at TFL caught that?! 🤯🤣🤯🤣

[@bEnzo02100]

Damn near gave me aneurysm

[@charlestaylor8832]

Glad, I wasn’t the only one.

[@BryanW916]

Lmao you beat me to it! I was about to comment the same thing

[@dd3370]

He probably pronounces the "h" in herbs

[@danielgutzz]

Perfect timing! Ive been looking at the rdx since it launched but wanted the a spec along with the advance package but acura never offered a top top of the line trim Offering everything. They finally are for the last year of this gen, great time to pick one up imo.

[@hamerplayer1229]

Finally added the Advance Package to the A Spec what took so long?

[@markaloia5073]

Just got the PMC version and I’m in Boulder if you’d like to see it! Beautiful car!

[@competitiveautomotive5457]

Needs a touchscreen but aside from that it’s still way better than the nx. Nicer inside better engine and transmission and the sh awd. Not to mention more space inside

[@krane15]

I could care less about touch screen.

[@meshail59]

New Lexus NX 2022 is miles ahead in term of infotainment. Lexus used to be boring, they uplift their game, Honda needs to follow too...

[@competitiveautomotive5457]

@@meshail59 but Honda always outclasses Toyota. Honda is the benchmark over Toyota in comparison tests all the time. You know that and every reviewer in the world knows that The Acura RDX and Acura MDX both outclass the NX and RX for performance, Handling. And value

[@fns3159]

@@meshail59 imo the acuras still top Lexus the new nx already isn’t holding up well against the new Rdx people just needa learn the infotainment which doesn’t take long many buyers have said that

[@meshail59]

@@competitiveautomotive5457 it's come down to personal preference. I value reliability and luxury most, and these days also technology. New Lexus still wins in that. Acura got better handling, acceleration and power. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sKataqh9g6qSZ7c

[@XxCremeDeLaCreme]

I have the remote engine start on my key fob for a 2016 RDX and i noticed i don’t have to hold the engine button. You hold it long enough to see the orange light flash just once and it will continue to do so until it starts and shows green confirming the car has started successfully. I hated holding it down so i tested this theory and I’m glad i did.

[@geraldcarvajal1164]

Hey guys, any comments on the new wheels vs the previous year 5 split spoke wheels. Do you like the new 15 spokes wheels? Which do you prefer?

[@JoseRodriguez-kb4xl]

They both look great but I like the 5 spokes better

[@MetikalMan]

Love these wheels.

[@geraldcarvajal1164]

@@JoseRodriguez-kb4xl Thanks. Thinking about getting the A Spec Advance trim, but I prefer the wheels on the regular A Spec (5 spokes).

[@krane15]

One word: hideous.

[@itzjonnie123]

Kinda wish they added a digital cluster like the MDX, disappointing but oh wells I love my 2019 Aspec RDX.

[@AlaskanSnowLeopard]

That should be on the next gen. 2025 maybe :-(

[@alpinosnipes]

This refresh also gives the A-spec package a new flat bottom steering wheel! I'd say thats a pretty major change in the interior the review missed. Other than that it was a good review!

[@sammyg4806]

You over looked the 12V port in the cargo area 2018-2021 models (annoyingly) lacked that feature.

[@joshstachowiak]

For what it's worth ford has had that led indicator on their key fobs for remote start since at least 2015 (that's my oldest ford with remote start) not sure if it'll start a 1/4 mile away though. It's a nice addition since you don't have to walk to a window to make sure it started.

[@davediggins2496]

my 2015 acura tlx also has the indicator lights on the key fob...

[@CKPHH]

Now that New Remote start system is thoughtful.

[@doraice]

It's not new.. 2016 tlx has it

[@CKPHH]

@@doraice the 2016 remote can signal that far?

[@doraice]

Yeah.. mine.. plus it has the signal lights too.

[@CKPHH]

@@doraice thats good to know, i didnt know that before.

[@manoloorz]

i don't understand how this proves acura is serious about building cool cars? in my book a 4 cylinder crossover is the exact oposite of what i would consider cool, if anything this is diluting the A-spec name and turning into a generic trim name, at least they revived the type-S badge with the TLX and i have high hopes of them keeping the new integra true to its roots with a manual transmission and front wheel drive

[@fns3159]

You’ll have to wait for the real type s models, the Rdx is getting its type s after the full redesign. The integra will also get a type s. The a spec is simply a aesthetic package now with the type s being the real performance model

[@matthewlowry3726]

Thanks for covering the RDX….I think I need to go check this out!!

[@xFactoryUSA]

Acoustic glass? But they can’t clear-coat the Drive-Neutral-Park buttons so they don’t fade off after 5k? Just a personal rant... actually, ever since they introduced the push buttons a while back 😂🤭

[@fns3159]

Actually have a 2016 mdx with the push button trans no fade at all whatsoever

[@brianscott7183]

They will replace under warranty

[@PhilD22]

The Navigation should always have its own screen. I hate on the new models that in order to change the radio it kicks off the nav. (My wife & kids are always changing the channel so I’m talking about the passenger changing the channels)

[@PWlangford1]

Good report 🇨🇦

[@marklee3637]

What about driving impressions with retuning? Incomplete review.

[@Kivaskib]

Solid review!! thank you for this. 👍

[@the_g9456]

Just a suggestion. Maybe don't move the camera round so fast?

[@gleej8120]

It was like watching the Blair Witch Project!

[@3rdGUMObro]

Got a '21 this summer... The key fob remote start is the only upgrade I'm bummed about. Using the phone app, which is fine I guess. Advance A-Spec is nice because I love the wheels, but I'm also a sucker for wood trim, so probably just swap out my wheels when it's time for new tires :)

[@itzjonnie123]

They can add the remote start in. I have a 2019 RDX.

[@LexxLuther100]

They should of put the digital dash.

[@371francis]

20' tires are rough and expensive to replace...no real advantage...in fact a disadvantage. For an SUV this pricey there is to much plastic. Consumers are much more informed today and everyone checks a vehicles reliability before making a decision to purchase, yet it seldom get talked about in the hundreds of UTube reviews including this one. My advice...to differentiate yourself... make it front and center (not to mention seat comfort, decibel readings, 0-60 times, etc.)...opinions just don't cut it today as everyone has one.

[@sjohnson7879]

Stunning. Good job Acura

[@CSIG1001]

why would i buy a 55k+ car when it is a dumbed down type r engine?

[@Sir......]

acura is a fancy honda, it has to cost more ... just like lexus / toyota :p

[@THEBIGLYO]

I have a 2019 A spec , and its a great car. It's plenty fast for spirited city driving and its comfortable. The sound system is also great in it.

[@krane15]

Once it passes fifty Gs, it better be north of 300 hp.

[@elcabopr]

I wish Acura wouldn’t double down on stupid things. They kept the beak back in the late 2000s and now they’re keeping the damn touch pad.

[@asianpower3000]

Give us the type S!

[@333KINGPIN33]

Canadians had remote start, but I don't think it worked 1/4 mile away

[@tmic4790]

No plastic skirting in wheel wells protecting fenders from stone chips and moisture protection. With sharp edges of wheel wells without plastic moulding the vehicle looks cheep and unattractive.

[@TheLhsgrad]

This engine better make it to the Integra

[@RaY_77W]

Yes most likely type s, and don’t hate on my but after 2 days as odd as it seems the car is growing on me

[@patfusick7202]

Can’t wait to see it drive!

[@WesLey-yv8vi]

What about the infotainment update?

[@fns3159]

No update besides things like wireless CarPlay

[@spencemad_4x427]

Very stylish

[@edeyonthemove]

…but I see it still has the track pad. 😒

[@bennyjallen]

Good refresh, but that infotainment system is a deal breaker. The touchpad isn't intuitive and needs to get tossed!

[@bennyjallen]

@@allentoyokawa9068 it's a package issue. Both Mazda and Acura make cars that are engineered for the driving experience. They succeed flawlessly there. However, both also have pretty bad infotainment systems. For me personally, if I can't navigate how to connect my phone to work hands free or stream my music easily, whatever amazing driving experience i had is tainted by poor technology experience. It's bad. There's a reason Lexus ditched a similar system

[@AlaskanSnowLeopard]

If the infotainment is a deal-breaker to you, you probably shouldn't be driving at all. Jk. I don't understand people these day. When I get inside my car, getting from point A to point B is my main priority. Infotainment and all the other stuff don't mean much to me.

[@bennyjallen]

@@AlaskanSnowLeopard to each their own. It's probably my inner techie. I like what I like 🤣

[@AlaskanSnowLeopard]

I own older Toyota and Honda before mainly just for getting from point A to point B 😆. It's not the most pleasant experience in my opinion in terms of ride quality and enjoyment. I now drive newer vehicles but mainly for the ride quality and fun-to-drive factor, I never touched the infotainment. If anything I will just play music off of my phone using bluetooth, and forget. But to each his own.

[@sammydavis991]

The touchpad is great.

[@jj_cars99]

Another new chime for 2022. Bruh.

[@andyleo8418]

Can that Acura emblem on the grill get any bigger? Ridiculous. One thing I don't like about Acura's design is that every car looks the same in front. New Integra looks just like this car. None of their cars stand out.

[@deadhorsegaming4121]

So it's the exact same car, then. Cool. My '2019 will look brand new for a few more years.

[@SheepNizzle]

Psst, orchid is pronounced or-kid.

[@TalismanPHX]

Guys, too dam much camera motion. Making viewers motion-sick

[@CNHabs]

The center dashboard still looks just as busy and plasticky as before.

[@kristians2704]

this is the smallest refresh in the history of the automobile. They should’ve done more to compete with the Germans and Genesis

[@competitiveautomotive5457]

It’s still way better than the new Lexus NX

[@kristians2704]

@@competitiveautomotive5457 not really

[@competitiveautomotive5457]

@@kristians2704 you sure? The nx was really disappointing tbh. The interior feels cheap for a Lexus. Honestly a venza has a nicer interior than this. Not to mention the base 250 engine is a joke since it’s the same noisy 4 cylinder in the RAV4 and Camry. The nx350 turbo leaves a lot to be desired for a turbo w 317lbft torque given that the RDX with less torque is faster and the CX5 signature turbo w 2 less gears and the bigger Santa Fe 2.5T both w the same power and torque are way faster. The nx450h+ is a RAV4 prime w 300hp. But it’s wicked expensive. The nx350h is okay I guess but most people will buy the gasoline models. Handling leaves a lot to be desired vs the RDX. Even the cheaper RAV4 and similarly priced highlander offer dynamic torque vectoring AWD. The nx lacks that feature… The Acura 10 speed is superior to the Aisin 8 speed auto the nx uses. It shifts way faster and the first gear ratio is more aggressive

[@naveenthemachine]

@@competitiveautomotive5457 yeah. My Camry XSE v6 compared to the nx feels more luxurious inside and it has a silky smooth 3.5L v6…

[@geraldcarvajal1164]

This is a mid-cycle refresh. Why don’t you look at other mid-cycle refreshes before making that comment. This is actually a decent refresh.

[@krane15]

Well the fit and finish looks a bit sloppy with the seam on the cell phone charging platform. Also, its not just the safety features (most cars in this class have them), but their quality and how they work. For example, it may have an HUD, but can you dim it or move it? With the backup camera, what is the quality of the resolution? At least we know there's no date through the USB. Its just a power port. What are the wheel sizes? Anyway, those wheels are hideous, and is the Acura emblem big enough? One more thing, never point the camera directly into the light

[@enekaken]

HUD brightness and tilt/position can be adjusted

[@cancel.lgbtq.6892]

A nice dressed up CRV.

[@Dajen_Tk]

Oh wow its looks just like the Integra 🙃

[@guerro327]

If Acura were serious about making cool cars they would make a BEV.

[@krane15]

Whatever that is.

[@zachf355]

Amateur video from tfl! I got dizzy from watching this

[@krane15]

Frame rate mismatch. Should be 30 not 24.

[@meshail59]

No touchscreen yet 🤣

[@wendylees4382]

I agree! Dealbreaker for me.

[@Iceekwm87]

But yet they failed with the Integra lol

[@sammydavis991]

Lol. Your Mom failed.

[@Iceekwm87]

@@sammydavis991 was that suppose to be a comeback?!.. lmao!!! Bruh that failed! Hahahaa

[@fns3159]

I’d say wait for the type s and aspec first before giving a complete judgement

[@molskimauler]

They had me until he said An I4 with 270 HP. Yuck.

[@joecool9739]

270HP is a shitload of power for a vehicle this size Especially with an automatic transmission that shifts so quickly

[@molskimauler]

@@joecool9739 I have a 2015 Edge with 325HP from a twin turbo V6 and that"s not really that much for something that calls itself a sport SUV. Shitload? That's rich. And the horrible buzz of a four banger grows monotonous real quick.

[@molskimauler]

@YourTypical Asian It's not a compact. It's mid size SUV that weighs 4100lbs. 6.4 seconds to 60 for God's sake. That's slow.

[@molskimauler]

@YourTypical Asian It's the same size as my Edge and I'd hardly call that compact.

[@molskimauler]

@YourTypical Asian It's a lot slower than 5.5 seconds.