Acura RDX
The RDX fully assumes its luxury SUV status and comes dressed to the nines, even in base trim. Standard equipment includes leather seating, a panoramic sunroof that allows you to bathe in natural light. Want one that is really fully loaded? Upgrading to the Tech version adds navigation and an improved audio system. Propelled by a 267-hp 3.5L V6 with cylinder deactivation whose fuel economy rivals for best-in-class, the RDX features standard intelligent all-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission.
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2022 Acura RDX: Still on the Podium
2022 Acura RDX: Still on the PodiumNow in its fourth year, the current-generation 2022 Acura RDX received a mid-cycle update at the same time its big brother, the MDX , underwent a complete overhaul. It remains the brand’s most popular model in Canada and the second best-selling compact luxury SUV behind the Audi Q5 . The …
Pre-owned vehicles
2013-2018 Acura RDX: What You Should Know Before Buying
2013-2018 Acura RDX: What You Should Know Before BuyingThe Acura RDX is a very popular compact luxury SUV in Quebec and the rest of Canada. The current third-generation model is more capable and sophisticated than ever, but also quite a bit more expensive than in the past. If you're considering a pre-owned model, a 2019 or 2020 model …
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2020 Acura RDX: Damned Touchpad
2020 Acura RDX: Damned TouchpadAcura introduced its first-ever compact luxury SUV in 2007. Twelve years later, the RDX was completely redesigned for its third generation. We’ve just spent a week behind the wheel of a 2020 Acura RDX A-Spec, which is unchanged from the new-for-2019 model. Turbocharged Under the hood is a turbocharged 2.0-litre …
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2019 Acura RDX: Just in Time
2019 Acura RDX: Just in TimeThese days, if a luxury brand portfolio isn’t filled with SUVs of all shapes and sizes, it’s because someone high up within the company messed up. That person—or it could be a committee—misjudged the shift towards light trucks and are left struggling with declining sales. We don’t know who these …
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2025 Acura RDX Gets Mild Update That Won’t Fix Its Biggest Problem
2025 Acura RDX Gets Mild Update That Won’t Fix Its Biggest ProblemThe current-generation Acura RDX was introduced for the 2019 model year and is due for a redesign. Unfortunately, that will not happen for 2025. The popular compact luxury SUV soldiers on for at least one more year, although it’s getting a mild update in the process. On the outside, there’s …
Recalls
Airbag-Related Recall Affects Nearly All Honda Models, Some Acuras
Airbag-Related Recall Affects Nearly All Honda Models, Some AcurasA safety issue with the sensor in the front passenger seat is forcing Honda to recall a large number of models and units, including more than three quarters of a million in the U.S. alone. [UPDATE] According to Transport Canada, 66,846 vehicles are affected north of the border. The models …
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4.5 Million Honda, Acura Vehicles Recalled Globally for Fuel Pump Issue
4.5 Million Honda, Acura Vehicles Recalled Globally for Fuel Pump IssueHonda will recall an estimated 4.5 million vehicles globally, including some from its luxury brand Acura, due to a potentially faulty fuel pump that may cause the engine to stall while driving. This is an expansion of the June 2020 recall that involved the same issue. There are now more …
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Honda CR-V Once Again Leads Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Canada
Honda CR-V Once Again Leads Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in CanadaBad news for Honda CR-V owners: the Japanese compact SUV ranks number one on the list of the most stolen vehicles in Canada for the second year in a row according to the latest annual report by Équité Association, a not-for-profit representing the Canadian property and casualty insurance industry. Auto …
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52,000 Hondas and Acuras in Canada Have Seat Belts That May Unlatch
52,000 Hondas and Acuras in Canada Have Seat Belts That May UnlatchJapanese automaker Honda is recalling approximately half a million vehicles in North America, including just over 52,000 in Canada, to fix a problem with the seat belts. The recall affects the 2017-2020 CR-V compact SUV, 2018-2019 Accord midsize sedan, 2018-2020 Odyssey minivan and 2019 Insight hybrid sedan. The 2019-2020 Acura …
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The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2022: Genesis GV70
The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2022: Genesis GV70Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Compact luxury SUVs are obviously very popular among Canadian drivers. They’re led by established German models, a dependable Japanese competitor and even one from South Korea. The Winner For 2022, …
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2022 Acura RDX Gets Extensive Mid-cycle Update, Exclusive Edition
2022 Acura RDX Gets Extensive Mid-cycle Update, Exclusive EditionThe Acura RDX is one of the most popular compact luxury SUVs on the market and it will be even more attractive with a number of changes and updates for the 2022 model year. The highlight, of course, is the new PMC Edition, which combines the sporty style of the …
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The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2021: Audi Q5
The Car Guide's Best Buys for 2021: Audi Q5Every year, The Car Guide unveils a list of Best Buys covering all the different vehicle categories in the industry. Compact luxury SUVs lead the way when it comes to premium vehicles. With so many contenders vying for your hard-earned dollars, it’s a pretty intense battle out there. Brand image …
