If you could get another SUV, would you get another RDX? If not, what would you get?

 

Yes and no. I think the room for improvement in the RDX is overall fit and finish, interior noise, it lacks some polish that is found in other acuras.

that being said, yes i would because nothing (so far) at this price point offers what it has and performs like it does, nothing. The Audi has me curious thats due out and depending on the smaller Benz truck due out, well see. Im sure price will be a factor with both of those tho.

overall, im satisfied but I'd like the next iteration of the RDX to be quieter, have better fit/finish (less rattles, less plastic) I know materials lend itself to overall price, but the TL has true metal-finished (carbon fiber looking) strips that come down the dash - the RDX is regular plastic - - things like that add to the overall package.

 

same here. I'm leaning towards yes more than no.

Yes: like you said, there is NO entry level mid size SUV that has so many bells and whistles for the price. Don't forget the driving feel and performance.

No: 1. Road noise is a bit on the high side (can be easily fixed by pumping up our 10 speaker ELS surround system) Perhaps better tires?
2. Suspension is on the firm side. But you need a firm suspension in order to have less body roll as well as handling abilities.
3. Not enough performance? Hondata ECU should take care of that. But after awhile I'll feel the need for more HP (think ML63 amg and porsche cayenne turbo).
4. Not enough rear passenger seating
5. Rear seats can be more "luxurious" and provide more support. But then if that's the case, the RDX wouldn't be able to FULLY flattened the rear seats.

Despite all the No's I would probably still get the RDX because it offers the best compromise of performance, technology and fuel economy.

 

only thing i think belongs in the rear of an suv is heating/cooling vents. lack of these keeps the RDX somewhat low-class in that area....and just because its entry-level for Acura doesnt mean it cant/shouldnt have them....33,9 to 37 is decent money.

im actually happy with rear seat room, my dad fits well and hes 6'2 no complaits, i think it seats 4 adults rather comfortably....sit in a CX-7 or anything else and ull find out really quick honda & acura have a good thing going back there.

 

Yup. That's one of the things my parents complain about the RDX. NO REAR a/c and heat vents! for goodness sakes, My previous car , 2004 camry LE base had it! LOL.

Yeah the back seats are pretty compliant.

Sat in the CX7 and all direct competitors and I felt the need to go back in the RDX to feel better.

 

I'd venture yes as well. I would prefer an EX35, but then I might as well just get a car. The new Q5 looks cool, but being Audi, I'm guessing 10k more for the same features. I like the X3 too, but again, 10 k more.

The RDX is simply price right with all the main options and the nicest, best performing package. Nothing below it touches it IMO and everything above it is way too much $$$.

I do have a few beefs. No fold flat seats, no fold flat front seat, the tilt/telescope is a pain (I'd prefer the spring loaded type) and i don't mind the ride, but you hit more than 1-2 harsh bumps and it's like the suspension just falls apart.

I think it's the best interior in the class, though I do have a slight rattle or two at 6k miles. Does any car remain rattle free?

Also, why does every manufacturer have a hot setting that can turn the car into a sauna, but a cold setting that is barely below room temp? In winter, quite often, I'm wearing a coat and would be plenty warm with just lukewarm air in the car, but at the bottom end, it's freezing cold or full hot.

 

Yup, ALL upcoming competitors as well as current competitors, recent ex35 are ALL more expensive than RDX. The price difference just spreads in favor of RDX when the competitors are similarly equipped.

Yeah.. I gotta say.. the suspension is not sophisticated at all. Although I have a friend who has a 2007 TL type s tell me that the ride feels about the same. Only that the TL S is slightly more comfy.

My car has over 10k miles on it and I don't have a single rattle. Nothing falling apart yet. Even if something does, factory warranty kicks in and it'll get repaired free of charge.

I gotta say, When I first laid eyes on the RDX, it was the interior that I fell in love with. There is no interior by its competitor that looks as good (my opinion)

 

Actually, I would venture to say I would go to an AWD car or likely a hatch as opposed to another SUV. I would really be interested in checking out the Lancer Ralliart or next gen Mazdaspeed3 when it comes out.

Overall though the RDX is a freaking BARGAIN compared to any competition. When you consider it is priced next to the Mazda CX-7, Ford Edge, etc it is hard to find any fault.

 

I also looked at some "sport" wagons, but came up short as well. Saab's, Volvo's, Subaru's, Audi's are in the same boat as the CUV's. To get similar options, I'm paying more money (keep in mind, some prices are different in Canada).

A DSG STi would be ideal, but it does not yet exist.

 

sometimes I do miss driving a sedan. However I do notice that other cars do give more "respect" to SUVs when they're driving. Maybe it's just NYC...

 

Yes, would still buy RDX as wife's car. Great features for the price, and great performance for the SUV format. Still, for a growing family, needs to be complemented with a larger vehicle which would be used for roadtrips and other family outings.

Very pleased with the RDX after 4 months!

- DDB

 

The RDX does seem to fit the bill quite perfectly when it comes to practicality, performance and price right?

now if only the aftermarket section will only pick up for the RDX..

 

honestly, I love the RDX but I wouldn't purchase it again.

a. Quality control is kinda crappy with the RDX and I think its kick honda/acura in the ass one day if it hasn't already.

b. I don't buy the same car twice :P

Other then that the RDX is ok, nice motor but it would have been nicer if they put that motor in the TSX and gave the RDX a diesel or v6.

 

I thought your parents purchased it?

I definitely wouldn't get another one. A turboed small engine is not the right fit for a heavy vehicle with AWD.

 

I speak on my parents behalf as I drive the car a lot and I take note of everything, they drive to get from point a to point b.

Next car will definately be a v6, whats shameful is that epa numbers show my current car, honda prelude with a regular i4 consumes more fuel then a v6 TL or even is250!

I am shopping around now, it looks like either TL, IS250 or A3. A3 will most likely be a no.

 

I would likely never buy another SUV, as I hate SUVs... But if I did, it would probably be the X3, as I'm told that actually offers a manual transmission.

Goddamn automatic transmissions are the worst things to happen to cars...ever

 

My answer is YES, even if Mau's parental units buy it.

Interesting note, the sales rep at the Honda store who facilitated my Si Sedan told me he had taken an RDX in trade and drove it for a few days. He was under the impression it might be a lux CR-V or maybe a smaller lux Pilot. He said he was wrong. "It is sports sedan with room!"

Unless Honda comes up with a kinetic hybrid system like Ferrari or gets an RDX to run great on tap water, I'm keeping mine. Mau's folks are off the hook for now.

 

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I'd still pick an RDX again....
The upcoming Q5 & the GLK are nice.. but probably cost another $10-15k more than a loaded RDX... Just wish I've the 08 model for the memory seat...

 

Disregard 'At the time of '... msn & this at the same time... hahahah

 

....reason why heat is always hottttttt.....u have all the hot air under that hood, its easy to facilitate hotter air when the heat is on....total opposite for the AC.

...back when i was having some issues with my very first honda....and this always kinda stuck with me...the master tech said that in reeaaaaly hot days ya know, close to 100 +, flick the heat on for a min or 2 on hi, helps cool down the engine and get rid of hot air under the hood etc.

 

at $5/gallon, I'm waiting for an electric/solar powered car. My RDX will always be around as a family hauler but, daily driving it's hybrid/electric or bust.

 

I'd do it again. Then again, I have had mine for a shade over a month. I would replace my wife's CX-7 with one in a second. If we have any more major issues with the CX, we likely will!

 

You know Eduardo?? He did indeed facilitate my Si - pulled off a masterful deception on his sales manager to get me invoice and I didn't find out until later. Apparent revenge for losing a deal from me couple years back. Don't mess with Eduardo.

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i am still thinking about that maybe i should go for the outlander instead of an RDX, but i am not sure about mitsubishi quality even if i saw that the outlander is made in japan, while the RDX is more than 50% US made.

 

What do you think of Volve XC90?

 

I would still get one. It is the perfect car for me: Japanese power train, with US assembly to keep cost down, plenty big for a small family, upright seating and height makes it easy to load kids and cargo as compared to a wagon, suspension biased towards handling, reasonable fuel economy given its performance, size and feature set, and plenty of power.

Everything else just seems like it has a fatal flaw or two:

All the European competition is, well, European. Too expensive and mediocre reliability at best.

The Nissan stuff is either too frumpy (Murano) or small/expensive (EX35 or FX).

The downmarket stuff like the RAV4 and CX-7 are just too downmarket for what I want. Totally a taste thing, but I just can't help it. I think the RAV4 would be my second pick.

Everything else is either more than you need for two small kids (pretty much ANY larger three row vehicle), or has less practical packaging (like wagons). Maybe we are a special case, but we very easily got by on a camping trip with the RDX. It is plenty big for a family with two small children.

Once my oldest is in a true booster seat (using the adult seatbelt) and can get in and out herself, I may move back to something like an STI.

 

I would say yes. The only other vehicle I've looked at I liked, was the EX-35. It is small, but livable, but the price! To get what you get in the RDX, you pay about 41K! Ouch! I maybe, MAYBE doing a trade in towards an '08 RDX. We'll see if they'll work w/ me. I'm in no hurry! (They have like 18 '08's left in stock)

 

Though I am currently satisfied with my RDX, I always like to get something different.

 

I still think the RDX is a good value for the luxury, performance, features, and price. I'm starting to question whether or not I really need a SUV, though. The new TSX is pretty roomy inside and gets much better gas mileage than the RDX. The performance benefits of the RDX's turbo and 4WD are kind of negated by the heavy weight. The biggest items that I carry in the RDX are bicycles, but I could easily fit a hitch rack on a TSX. With $4 gasoline likely here to stay (double what it was when I bought the RDX), this will probably be my last SUV.

 

Infiniti FX, most definitely. Hopefully, the 50, but I'd take the 35 loaded.

 

Like some other folks here I never buy the same car twice...especially in a row. Now if it were to get totaled or stolen (basically leave my possession before I was ready to give it up), then hell yes. It's been a great car thus far and am very happy we went with it. When it's time for it to go I can't really say what we'll end up with, but it most certainly will be another Honda product.

 

New FX is fucking hideous.

 

I like Mitsus, and the Outlander is nice, but it's a bit underpowered and exhibits more understeer.

Mitsu reliability is right up there, but I'd worry about their staying power in the US market. Their bread-and-butter Lancer is not selling well. Neither is the Eclipse, and the Galant and Endeavor are old.

 

But oh how I'd love an Evo....

 

I briefly look at the Outlander when before I bought my RDX. The interior of the Outlander is much inferior to the RDX. The dealer's demo car looked like it was falling apart with loose pieces of plastic all around the dashboard. The Outlander was also very noisy at highway speeds. I did like the taller cargo area of the Outlander, but as an everyday car, it wasn't for me. Even with the "luxury" package, the Outlander looked and sounded $10K cheaper than it actually cost.

 

what happened to Mitsubishi....they quite possibly make some of the ugliest & wierd cars to date.. Remember the mid - late 90's Diamante? the older Eclipse Spider?

 

Scandal, weak sales, no money for product deveopment. (They can't just sell Evos.)

 

ahhhh i actually remember that scandal stuff.....thanks for reminding me

 

It's not an SUV....it's a BigHatch....


Look at the profile.....now think Toyota Matrix at 120% size...


...but to the question...We love the car....best value for my dollar...