2024 Acura RDX A Spec Falls Short :All Specs +Test Drive

[@eseir64]

I had a 19 Base and I loved it. I sold it in early 22 at the height of the Pandemic (Lease buyout and flipped it for a $10K profit) But there was no reason even back then, you could not get a touch screen. This is a 24 and it is basically the same car. The one thing about these Acuras is that the seats are super confortable and a pleasure to drive. The German seats are very hard and quite the opposite

[@HawkeyeRides]

They can be but I find most of them just as soft with a lot of power adjustment 👍

[@eseir64]

@@HawkeyeRides The Germans drive better and have better interiors. Yet, this is cheaper. Perceived as more reliable. and based on my experiences very comfortable. The same old Japanese vs German applies

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@eseir64 but the Germans are just as reliable as Acura its a different world and in most cases they will be better but the total value here is good. It’s when any vehicle gets to its third or fourth owner which is when most complaints about vehicles come in.

[@eseir64]

@@HawkeyeRides Mrs drives the 22 X3 and I drive the 21 Honda Passport.(after driving the RDX) Night and Day kind of vehicles so it would not be fair to compare them as fair competitors. BUT, the X3 is fun and engaging to drive. Amazing Tech and yes, it has been super reliable. But Honda makes some of the most comfortable seats (Other than Volvo) . There is always going to be that perception that a German vehicle past its warranty period is a no no. This is why they take a big hit when it comes to resale. It has always been that way. The issue with Acura is that they have always been behind the ball when it comes to updating their vehicles to compete with the latest and the greatest from every single competitor. Based on what I am seeing, all the 25's are going to be updated to a touch screan. This is something they should have done 5 years ago. The MDX looks extremely promising. So I assume the RDX will be as well. My Passport is a very utilitarian and super old- fashioned plain vanilla SUV, Even the 24 Passport interior is the same and it looks like its 8 years old. I do love the simplicity of it while still getting all the tech. Yet, Acura is the higher end product and it looks super dated A Hyundai looks far more updated and luxurious than a RDX

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@eseir64 good points but the resale value is because of service cost and upkeep. Every vehicle after watery drops like rocks in value just if the price is higher you feel it more. Acura makes a great vehicle but like any we can find problems with any vehicle all day long. Hopefully changes come because it would make the vehicle a lot better. Thanks for sharing your insight with ownership value.

[@patriot4757]

I am picking up my Aspec Saturday.

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@patriot4757 congratulations they are awesome

[@patrickallen5781]

Looking at reviews on this vehicle in the market for one. Your review is hands down the best in showing in detail the additional features. Thanks

[@HawkeyeRides]

Your welcome 👍

[@JS-qj2sg]

Great video on the 2024 Acura RDX AWD A-spec it seems like the 2024 model doesn't have a sport plus mood, I owned a 2021 model A-spec I have comfort, sport, sport plus and snow moods. I think if torque was 320 with its 272 horse power the profarmance would be much better, look at mazda cx5 turbo/cx50 turbo both as the same turbo charge engine 256 horses and 320 foot pound of torque acura needs to step up with the torque. Your respond thanks stay safe.

[@Trisglen]

Needs a Type S variant and a touchscreen.

[@HawkeyeRides]

That would be awesome

[@OriginalYTBR]

Touch screen ? No I own the RDX and I hate touch screens. Fingerprints and once you learn how to use the 1 to 1 touch pad it's great don't have to raise your arms or even look at the screen. Also a type S ? Have you ever driven this vehicle ? It's amazing and if you want an extra 100hp get a ktuner with phearable stage 3.

[@oishi1206]

Also need a hybrid model, higher mpg, better looking interior, increased size and pixel density of the screen, more customizable sound effect, better lane keeping system. Prices should come down to 39K for base model and 47K for advanced.

[@paul5683]

​@oishi1206 Lane keeping is for lazy people that don't really want to drive. The rdx handles great and should be enjoyed. If you don't want to drive get a Hyundai, Nissan or Lexus. It's got plenty of power, you would just complain about worse gas mileage. I'm averaging around 26 mpg. I'm happy with that, it is a 4000 pound car.

[@dadoo985]

When is redesign? Im waiting

[@HawkeyeRides]

Should be next year 👍

[@dadoo985]

@@HawkeyeRides I can't wait that long

[@michaelsantosuosso7284]

You're probably going to lose the 2.0 turbo in the redesign and get some type of hybrid so if you like that punchy engine you better buy one now

[@paul5683]

​@@michaelsantosuosso7284easy stage 1 engine really helps.

[@paul5683]

The red interior and gages will soon become boring.

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@paul5683 that is a good point

[@HamishCarpenter]

They keep excluding a touchscreen - its 2024! I would have bought multiple acuras by now.

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@HamishCarpenter I agree

[@zudmsc]

How tall are you?

[@HawkeyeRides]

6’3

[@zudmsc]

@HawkeyeRides I'm 6'4" and don't recall standing above my 2021 RDX. Did they change the height of the roof line?

[@HawkeyeRides]

@zudmsc no same interior headroom

[@altamashkhan3833]

Hi please review Mazda cx60 . I’m still waiting for Audi s7 review. 😊

[@HawkeyeRides]

I am going to Audi next week it’s all the list and Mazda I’m going around the same time 👍

[@altamashkhan3833]

Appreciate bro 😊

[@davewallace9048]

My wife’s 2019 Acura RDX Just had a break failure while driving car was towed to the shop. It’s been there for 2 1/2 weeks. The electronic brake booster failed. Cars just out of warranty corporate Acura will not cover the repair at first they wanted 3000 I negotiate down to 2450 ridiculous for a newer car to have the brakes fail!!

[@HawkeyeRides]

How many miles do you have on it?

[@chrisa.8175]

Sad, i think acura is falling in quality. Acura used to stand behind their cars.. so people stop move your money to Toyota... it is sad!

[@chrisa.8175]

Needs hybrid.. lower gas mileage.. acura needs to get with it!! Overpriced

[@HawkeyeRides]

A hybrid would be nice 👍

[@paul5683]

Wouldn't a hybrid cost even more?

[@fidelbanuelos9601]

Needs a major redesign.

[@HawkeyeRides]

It is due 👍

[@OriginalYTBR]

Why does it need a major re design? Have you ever driven an RDX? People like you are usually driving a hyundai or Kia. I own an advance model and it's the best I have ever owned in handling and fun to drive.

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are nice vehicles but some updates would be nice to see. I don’t know if you are talking about what I drive but if so it’s a Maserati and Infiniti 👍

[@paul5683]

​@HawkeyeRides basically a dodge and a Nissan.

[@Linux333]

Too bad they did away with 2% APR

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@Linux333 the rate did go up

[@donbuidb]

Doesn’t come with spare tires

[@HawkeyeRides]

@@donbuidb this is becoming a common practice 👍

[@paul5683]

The lower spec cars have a spare. It's odd that Acura put the spare tire underneath the rear of the car.