2012 Acura RDX

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Basic Specs

Base Price $34,320
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3743
City (MPG) 19
Hwy (MPG) 24
Horsepower 240@6000
Torque (lb-ft) 260@4500
Wheelbase 104.3
Length (in.) 182.5
Width (in.) 73.6
Height (in.) 65.1

The RDX is Acura's smallest SUV offering, and caters to those seeking the comfort and luxury for which Acura is known, but in a small package capable of leaving the pavement.

For the latest generation, the RDX has been thoroughly reworked, including a switch back from a turbocharged four-cylinder to a tried and true V6.

The new RDX is now powered by a 3.5-liter V6 boasting 273 horsepower and 251 lb-ft of torque, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with Sequential Sportshift via paddle shifter mounted on the steering wheel. The RDX can be had either with front- or all-wheel drive.

The front-wheel drive version of the RDX is rated at 20 city, 28 highway milers per gallon, good enough for a best in-class claim. All-wheel drive models carry a 19/27 mpg rating.

Of course, a new engine isn’t the only news for the latest model year. Inside and out, the crossover is all-new. As expected, the exterior production RDX differs from the concept in very small details – in fact, the only change we can see is more modest wheels. Otherwise, as with the concept, a longer hood and cleaner angles give the RDX a more finished look than its predecessor, while its side profile is very close to the MDX big brother.

Inside, the luxury level is ratcheted up thanks to additional sound deadening and Active Sound Control, which cancels out ambient noise. The dashboard is more shapely than the somewhat squared-off unit in the outgoing model, while old three-binnacle instrument cluster is replaced by a cleaner setup with large, legible speedometer and tachometer readouts.

New features include Pandora Internet radio, SMS text messaging, a smart key entry system with push-button start and a tri-view rear camera. An optional Technology Package adds navigation and a 60 GB hard drive for audio storage.

The RDX also boasts several standard interior features including a rear view camera system, electronic compass, a pull handle to make closing the rear hatch easier, auto-function headlights, ambient footwell lighting, a center console storage tray, improved cupholders, USB-port connectivity, and Note function for XM Radio.

The RDX's Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure substantially contributes to passenger safety. ACE distributes collision loads through the body structure, leaving the passenger cabin more intact for improved occupant protection. Specially designed frame members make the RDX more compatible with smaller vehicles in the event of a vehicle-to-vehicle frontal collision.

Inside the RDX is a full complement of passive safety features. Key technologies include the latest generation of dual-stage, dual-threshold airbags for the driver and front passenger, plus side airbags for the driver and front passenger and side curtain airbags with a rollover sensor for all outboard occupants. Child-seat mounting systems, LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children), allow the quick and secure installation of a child seats.

Key Competitors
The RDX faces a wealth of competition in the premium small crossover segment, including the fine-driving BMW X3 as well as luxurious rivals like the Infiniti EX35 and the Mercedes-Benz GLK350.

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    • General
    • Body Style: SUV
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Near-Luxury
    • Weight: 3743 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 182.5 in.
    • Width: 73.6 in.
    • Height: 65.1 in.
    • Wheelbase: 104.3 in.
    • Ground Clearance: 6.25 in.
    • Front Track: 61.8 in.
    • Rear Track: 62.6 in.
    • Weight Distribution: 59/41
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 5
    • Passenger Volume: 101.4 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume: 27.8 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): 60.6 cu. ft.
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 41.8 in.
    • Head Room: 38.7 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 58.2 in.
    • Hip Room: 54.4 in.
    • Interior - Second Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 37.6 in.
    • Head Room: 38.3 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 56.3 in.
    • Hip Room: 53.0 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 2.3L I4
    • Power: 240 hp @ 6000 rpm
    • Torque: 260 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
    • Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 24 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 19 mpg
    • Forced Induction: Turbocharger
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: All Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Strut-Type
    • Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
    • Wheels
    • Front: 18" Aluminum
    • Front Tires: P235/55R18
    • Rear: 18" Aluminum
    • Rear Tires: P235/55R18
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: 1500 lbs
    • Payload: N/A
    • Tongue Weight: TBD

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      RDX

      • 273-hp, 3.5-liter, i-VTEC V-6
      • 6-spd. Sequential SportShift w/ paddle shifters
      • Front-wheel drive
      • Perforated leather seating
      • Driver's 10-way power seat with 2-position memory
      • 4-way power front passenger’s seat
      • Rearview mirror with rearview camera display
      • 360-watt, 8-speaker audio system
      • Bluetooth Audio with Pandora45 interface
      • USB Audio Interface with iPod integration
      • Bluetooth HandsFreeLink cell interface
      • Dual-zone automatic climate control

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      RDX AWD

      • Adding to or replacing RDX features:
      • AWD with intelligent control

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      RDX w/ Technology Package

      • Adding to or replacing RDX features:
      • Acura Navigation System
      • Multi-view rearview camera using navigation display
      • AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather
      • Acura/ELS Surround Sound System
      • 15 GB Media Storage
      • Song By Voice
      • Voice Recognition system
      • GPS-linked, solar-sensing temperature control10
      • Remote-linked power-operated tailgate
      • TPMS pressure and location display
      • High-Intensity Discharge (HID) low beam headlights
      • Fog lights

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      RDX AWD w/ Technology Package

      • Adding to or replacing RDX with Technology Package features:
      • AWD with intelligent control

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      6 Pair Ski Attachment

      • Keeps wet, dirty skis away from your clean interior.
      • Makes room for more luggage.
      • Carries up to six pairs of skis and poles (If your bindings offer enough clearance).
      • Key-locks to secure skis in place.
      • Over-sized ski release button that can be used with gloved hands.
      • Mounts easily to available Roof Rack.

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      Bike Attachment

      • Mount your bicycle without having to remove the front wheel.
      • Lockable by key for security.
      • Compatible with most adult bikes.
      • Two Bike Attachments can be mounted to the Roof Rack at a time.

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      Body Side Molding

      • Protects your paint finish from door nicks and chips.
      • Color-matched for a factory appearance.
      • Injection-molded parts for dimensional stability and improved appearance.
      • Strong and durable thermo-plastic olefin material provides excellent resistance to scratches and dings.

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      Door Edge Film

      • Adds paint protection to your door edges with transparent adhesive film.
      • Clear urethane film adds paint and protection to your door edge.
      • Unique factory grade film containing UV inhibitors to resist yellowing.
      • Includes four adhesive protection films for all doors.

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      Engine Block Heater

      • Plugs into a normal household outlet to help start vehicle in cold weather

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      Front & Rear Splash Guards

      • Helps keep the doors and side panels clear from dirty water kicked up from the tires.
      • Helps protect the doors from nicks and chips from pebbles and other loose items on the road.
      • Polymer construction for durability, even at extreme temperatures

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      Kayak Attachment

      • Secures kayak with soft, adjustable saddles and tie-down straps for the box and stern.
      • Mounts easily to Acura Genuine Roof Rails and Cross Bars

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      Roof Rails - Silver

      • Combine with accessory Cross Bars so you can mount the available Acura attachments
      • When accompanied by the Silver Cross Bars, an assortment of attachments ca nbe added to mount bicycles, surfboards, skis, and other sporting equipment.
      • You can attach one of two available cargo boxes, freeing up space reserved for passengers and other items

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      Short Roof Box

      • Adds 13 cubic feet of more storage
      • Weather protected shell
      • The box is 55-inches long and provides 13 cubic feet of storage with a maximum load capacity of 80 pounds.
      • The box opens from the rear and includes an Acura badge for an integrated appearance.
      • Length: 55", Width: 35", Height: 18"

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      Snowboard Attachment

      • One attachment can carry two boards
      • Fully adjustable to accomodate various board sizes and widths
      • Raised to keep bindings clear from the roof
      • Provides room for aother snowboard or bicycle attachment

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      Sport Running Boards

      • Provides a sporty appearing step for enhanced entry with added splash protection.
      • Custom, integrated design ensures proper and solid fit.
      • Main structure is made from extruded lightweight aluminum to resist corrosion and rust.
      • Anodized aluminum.
      • Designed to use with service lift and emergency jack.

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      Surfboard Attachment

      • Soft thermo-plastic-lined cradle design provides lateral stability to hold your board snugly.
      • Includes adjustable padded straps.
      • Two surfboards can be carried with an additional surf strap.

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      Trailer Hitch Ball

      • Mounts to Trailer Hitch accessory and is available in 1-7/8-inch or 2-inch diameters.
      • Enables your RDX to tow at its full 1500 lb. capacity.

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      Wheel Locks

      • Helps protect Acura alloy wheels from possible theft.
      • Hardened-steel construction is durable and theft-resistant.
      • Corrosion-resistant for a brilliant shine.
      • Chrome-plated, triple-nickel finish.
      • Unique key socket permits easy removal and installation.

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      Fog Lights

      • Acura Fog lights use an integrated design for a factoring appearance
      • Precision optics provide a highly controlled light pattern to enhance visibility in dense fog, rain, or snow
      • Plug-in connectors mean no wire splicing or cutting, for more reliability

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      18" AHS-S10 Alloy Wheels

      • Precision one piece casted aluminum to improve wheel strength and reduce weight
      • Diamond-Cut finish
      • Compatible with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System
      • Some Applications will require upsized tires
      • Set of four wheels

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      Rear Bumper Applique

      • Adds paint protection to rear bumper with the transparent adhesive film
      • Unique factory grade film containing UV inhibitors to resist yellowing
      • Custom model logo

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      Cross Bars

      • Painted in silver to match the standard rails
      • Adjustable and removal cross bars
      • Lockable for security
      • Custom Acura logo
      • Maximum load capacity: 165lbs

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      All-Season Floor Mats

      • Helps protect carpet from wear and spills.
      • Molded-in ridges and an outside lip helps trap dirt, sand, mud, and water.
      • Retention locks and underside multiple grip design to help prevent sliding.
      • Rugged thermoplastic material.
      • Easily cleaned with mild soap and water.
      • Tested for harsh chemical resistance and extremely cold temperatures.
      • Includes molded model logo.

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      Cargo Liner

      • Helps protect the entire cargo area, including floor, sides and rear seat-backs.
      • Water-resistant and washable.
      • Rear seat-backs can be independently raised, lowered or reclined with the Cargo Liner in place.
      • Tested for abrasion and colorfastness.

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      Cargo Net

      • Helps secure everything from groceries to sporting equipment.
      • Flexible cord construction stretches to hold items of all shapes and sizes.
      • Washable material.
      • Connects to the hooks mounted in the corners of the cargo or trunk area.

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      Cargo Tray

      • Helps protect the cargo area carpet from wear and spills.
      • Custom fit to the cargo floor while providing access to cargo tie-down points.
      • Easily cleaned with mild soap and water.
      • Tested for harsh chemical resistance and extremely cold temperatures.
      • Monded-in RDX logo
      • Available in Ebony

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      First Aid Kit

      • Convenient access to first aid.
      • First aid manual
      • Basic first aid supplies to manage minor injuries
      • Custom-designed ballistic zippered case for convenient storage.
      • Double-sided hook and loop strips for any surface attachment.

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      Wood Interior Trim

      • Personalize the interior cabin with the elegant accent of wood by adding the Wood-Grain Interior Trim kit
      • Wood grain is perfectly matched with the wood-grain steering wheel and shift knob
      • Includes door switch, center console and dash panels
      • Acura Genuine Accessory components ensure a perfect fit

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      Wood-Grain & Leather Select Knob

      • Completes the luxurious interior of your Acura
      • Integrates with other interior components for a sporty look
      • Matches the available wood-grain steering wheel
      • Ergonomically-shaped knob is comfortable to use
      • Acura Genuine Accessory components ensure fit function and durability

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      Wood-Grain Steering Wheel

      • Adds a luxurious feel and elegant look to the cockpit of your Acura
      • Grip section ergonomically designed for a sporty grip feel
      • Matches the available Wood-Grain Knob
      • Chemical resistance test ensures the wood trim stands up to the harsh automotive environment
      • Utilizes the unit-standard airbag and steering wheel controls

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      Cargo Cover

      • Helps provide security by keeping your valuables out of sight
      • The retractable cover allows valuable items in the cargo area to be kept out of sight
      • Can be positioned behind the 2nd-row seats

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      2nd Row Seat Covers

      • Designed to help protect your seats from that unexpected mess
      • Covers the entire 2nd row and headrests
      • Designed with access to the center armrest bolster
      • Made with durable wetsuit-like material
      • LATCH accessible and offers easy installation
      • Includes storae bag

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