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RDX Specifications
Dimensions & Capacities
| Wheelbase, in (mm): | 104.3 (2650) |
| Overall length, in (mm): | 182.5 (4635) |
| Overall width, in (mm): | 73.6 (1870) |
| Front track, in (mm): | 61.8 (1572) |
| Rear track, in (mm): | 62.6 (1590) |
| Height (unladen), in (mm): | 65.1 (1655) |
| Ground clearance (unladen), in (mm): | 6.25 (158.7) |
| Curb weight, lb (kg): | 3743 (1698) - 3942 (1788) |
| Weight distribution (% front / rear): | 59 / 41 : RDX 57 / 43 : RDX SH-AWD |
| EPA Passenger Volume, cu ft: | 101.4 |
| Cargo Volume, cu ft: | 27.8 : 2nd-row up 60.6 : 2nd-row down |
| Headroom, in (mm): | 38.7 (982) : Front 38.3 (972) : Rear |
| Legroom, in (mm): | 41.8 (1062) : Front 37.6 (954) : Rear |
| Hiproom, in (mm): | 54.4 (1382) : Front 53.0 (1347) : Rear |
| Shoulder room, in (mm): | 58.2 (1479) : Front 56.3 (1430) : Rear |
| Fuel tank capacity, U.S. gallons (liters): | 18.0 (68.0) |
| Maximum seating capacity: | 5 |
Engine
| Engine type: | Turbocharged aluminum-alloy in-line 4-cyl. |
| Displacement, liters: | 2.3 |
| Valvetrain: | Chain drive, DOHC, i-VTEC® 16-valve |
| Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net): | 240 @ 6000 rpm |
| Torque @ rpm (lb-ft): | 260 @ 4500 rpm |
| Compression ratio (:1): | 8.8 |
| Redline: | 6800 rpm |
| Throttle control: | Drive-by-Wire™ throttle system |
| Ignition: | Electronic direct |
| EPA Estimated Fuel Economy38 (city / highway/ combined): | 19 / 24 / 21 : RDX 17 / 22 / 19 : RDX SH-AWD |
| Required fuel19: | Premium unleaded 91 octane |
| CARB emissions rating: | ULEV-2 |
| Tune-up interval3: | No scheduled tune-ups required for 100,000 +/- miles |
| 3 Does not apply to fluid and filter changes or periodic inspections. Please refer to the maintenance section of your owner's manual to determine all appropriate maintenance intervals. |
| 19 Using gasoline with an octane lower than 91 octane may cause damage to the engine. Please consult the owner's manual for details. |
| 38 Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. |
Drivetrain
| Configuration: | Transversely mounted front engine, Front-Wheel Drive or Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) |
| Transmission: | 5-speed Automatic Transmission with Sequential SportShift paddle shifters, Grade Logic and Shift Hold Control |
| Maximum torque distribution range (front:rear): | 90:10 to 30:70 : RDX SH-AWD |
| Maximum distribution of available rear wheel torque (left:right): | 100:0 to 0:100 : RDX SH-AWD |
| Gear ratios (:1): | |
| 1st: | 2.70 : RDX 2.70 : RDX SH-AWD |
| 2nd: | 1.61 : RDX 1.61 : RDX SH-AWD |
| 3rd: | 1.07 : RDX 1.07 : RDX SH-AWD |
| 4th: | 0.69 : RDX 0.77 : RDX SH-AWD |
| 5th: | 0.53 : RDX 0.61 : RDX SH-AWD |
| Reverse: | 1.89 : RDX 1.89 : RDX SH-AWD |
| Final Drive: | 4.31 : RDX 4.53 : RDX SH-AWD |
Chassis
| Body type: | Unit body |
| Front suspension: | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension: | Independent multi-link with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Front stabilizer bar, mm: | 21.0 |
| Rear stabilizer bar, mm: | 19.0 |
| Steering type: | Torque-sensing, variable power-assist rack-and-pinion |
| Steering ratio (:1): | 15.1 |
| Steering wheel turns (lock-to-lock): | 2.8 |
| Turning diameter, curb-to-curb, ft.: | 39.2 |
| Front brake discs: | 11.7" ventilated |
| Rear brake discs: | 12.0" solid |
| Braking systems: | 4-wheel disc brakes with anti-lock braking system (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), and Brake Assist |
| Stability control: | Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®)12 using ABS, SH-AWD® (if equipped), throttle control and yaw, lateral G, speed, & steering sensors |
| Wheels: | 18" x 7.5" aluminum-alloy |
| Tires: | P235/55 R18 All-Season |
| 12 VSA is not a substitute for safe driving. It cannot correct the vehicle's course in every situation or compensate for reckless driving. Control of the vehicle always remains with the driver. |
Warranties
| Vehicle16: | 4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty |
| Powertrain16: | 6-year/70,000-mile limited warranty |
| Outer body rust-through16: | 5-year/unlimited-mile limited warranty |
| Acura Genuine Accessories17: | 4-year/50,000-mile limited warranty |
| Acura Total Luxury Care® (TLC®) with Roadside Assistance18: | 4-year/50,000-mile |
| Seat belts: | 15-year/150,000-mile limited warranty |
| 16 Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments, parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded. |
| 17 When installed at the time of new-vehicle delivery. |
| 18 See your local dealer for details about Total Luxury Care® (TLC), Roadside Assistance, and Concierge Service. |
Standard Feature Highlights
| Engine: | 240-hp, turbocharged, intercooled 2.3-liter, DOHC, i-VTEC®, in-line 4 |
| EPA Est. MPG38: |
RDX: 19 (city) / 24 (hwy) RDX SH-AWD: 17 (city) / 22 (hwy) |
| Transmission: | 5-speed automatic, Sequential SportShift, Shift Logic Control, & Grade Logic Control |
| Drivetrain: | Front-wheel drive |
| Seating: | Perforated leather, driver's 10-way power seat, 4-way power front passenger’s seat |
| Cabin: | Automatic dual-zone, humidity control and air filtration and rearview camera |
| Audio: | 360-watt 6-disc in-dash CD changer, 7 speakers, USB7 Audio Interface & iPod®8 integration, XM® Radio4 |
| Cellular Interface: | Bluetooth®11 HandsFreeLink® wireless telephone interface |
| Tire Pressure: | Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
| 4 XM services require a subscription after 90-day trial period. Subscriptions governed by XM Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. If you decide to continue your XM service at the end of your complimentary trial, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates unless you call 1-800-967-2346 to cancel. Fees and programming subject to change. Available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. |
| 7 The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your local Acura dealer for details on compatibility. |
| 8 Currently includes fifth generation or later Apple iPod, and all generations of iPod Nano, iPod Classic, iPod Touch, or iPhone®. iPod® and iPhone® are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. |
| 11 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license. |
| 38 Based on 2012 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Do not compare to models before 2008. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle. |
Technology Package
| Acura Navigation System9: | Zagat Survey® reviews and ratings, AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System with rearview camera display, Acuralink Real-Time Traffic™ with Traffic Rerouting™ and AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™13 |
| Audio: | 410-watt Acura/ELS Surround®32 Premium 10-speaker Sound System with 6-disc in-dash CD changer (CD, DVD-Audio, MP3, WMA6 and DTS®) and Dolby®5 Pro Logic® II |
| Voice Recognition System: | For navigation audio and climate control systems |
| Climate Control: | GPS-linked and solar-sensing9 |
| 5 Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. |
| 6 Windows Media® Audio is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft® Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. |
| 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available in the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage. |
| 13 AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are operable only in select markets within the 48 contiguous United States. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ is also operable in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal. AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather™ are available by separate XM NavTraffic® and XM NavWeather™ subscriptions after a complimentary 90-day trial period. AcuraLink® Satellite Communication System does not require a subscription. |
| 32 ELS Surround® is a registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation of North America. All rights reserved. |
SH-AWD Features
| SH-AWD Features: | Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) |
