Acura RDX A-SPEC walkaround | An in-depth look at the RDX A-Spec
4The 2021 Acura RDX proves you don't have to spend a ton of money to get a well-rounded small luxury SUV. This is one of the least expensive models in its class, yet it comes with more features than base versions of competitors. Even a fully loaded RDX is reasonably priced.
You don't give up much either. The spacious cabin features a design similar to Acura's NSX supercar and is trimmed in high-quality materials. Ride and seat comfort is excellent. It's also quite fun to drive, especially when you equip it with all-wheel drive. Rival SUVs do offer more powertrain choices and individual options. But if you can do without a deep customization program, the Acura RDX should surpass your expectations for a luxury SUV.
Like all Acuras, the RDX is not offered in trim levels per se but in a single base level with three options packages: Technology, A-Spec and Advance. There's also the new PMC Edition that Acura will build just 360 of.
All are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (272 horsepower, 280 lb-ft of torque) paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, but you can opt for all-wheel drive (Acura calls it SH-AWD) for increased traction and sportier driving dynamics.
Base
Standard equipment on the RDX include:
19-inch wheels
Panoramic sunroof
Keyless entry and ignition
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Heated front seats
Simulated leather upholstery
10.2-inch central display with touchpad controller
Nine-speaker audio system
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
Onboard Wi-Fi hotspot
Every RDX also comes with:
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Acura and the car in front)
Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Technology
The Technology package adds some appealing upgrades and safety features, such as:
Leather upholstery
Navigation system
Two charge-only USB ports in the back row
12-speaker premium audio system
Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
Rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while in reverse)
Front and rear parking sensors (alerts you to obstacles that may not be visible behind or in front of the vehicle when parking)
A-Spec
The A-Spec is the sport-themed RDX with:
All the features from the Technology package
20-inch wheels
Restyled bumpers
Black-painted exterior trim
Ventilated front seats
Leather and simulated suede upholstery
16-speaker audio system
Advance
The range-topping Advance package adds the following to the RDX:
All the features from the Technology package
Adaptive suspension dampers (enhance ride comfort and handling)
Hands-free liftgate
Sound-reducing front side glass
Wood cabin trim
Heated steering wheel
Thigh extension and side bolster adjustment for front seats
Ventilated front seats
Heated rear seats
Head-up display
16-speaker audio system
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the RDX and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
PMC Edition
This limited-edition RDX combines the visual enhancements of the A-Spec with the extra features of the Advance. It also has:
Exclusive Thermal Orange paint
Gloss black treatment for the wheels, roof, grille, wheels, side mirrors and exhaust tips
Orange seat stitching
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