I recently purchased 2013 RDX Technology package AWD. I came from a 2009 TSX technology package and I couldn't be happier with the switch. I love the 6 cylinders, the updated navigation, the power lift gate, and premium sound. It far surpasses the tech in my 09. I dipped my grill, rims, and emblems so now it has the look I was going for. I also put on some crossbars and my kayak holders. I can't wait until the winter to try the AWD. My TSX was terrible in the snow. I mean terrible. If there was an inch of snow, I wouldn't even be able to get out of my flat driveway. It's a good feeling knowing that I will be able to get around this winter.

 

Nice looking car. The "poor" winter traction you had with your TSX was due to your tires. Proper winter tires are essential as the AWD won't help if you have the wrong tires.

 

User Error with the TSX and snow....

 

Congrats on the new ride!

It was eye opening when you have the extra power, visibility, and space when I made the upgrade from a TSX to RDX. I also added a hitch (without harness) for bikes along with roof rack for cargo box to get even more "U" from my SUV.

I would double-check your tires on the RDX and think about going with highly rated all season or winter brand when it gets cold/slush/snowy. I had my TSX with Conti DWS tires and my sh-awd RDX with OEM tires with about 6-8 inches of snow and later slush. The fwd TSX drove, braked, and handled so much better than my RDX because of the tires in those conditions. I don't go with a dedicated winter brand in NM because it can be +60 degrees a few days later after snowing down here.

 

Congratulations on your new ride. The RDX looks sharp as hell. Very nicely done. I'm sure you will enjoy the RDX as much as we do. Well worth the money spent.
If you live in an area where snow is significant you shouod consider the advice (about tires) from above posts. Otherwise simply enjoy the ride.

 

His plates are New Hampshire. He should get dedicated snow tires.

 

Coming from a tsx sportwagon I can say without a doubt it was a sled in the snow with the OEM tires- very poor. The '16 RDX is excellent with OEM tires. The OEM tires are fine - no need for snows in NY - maybe somewhere where you get a ton of snow but they're fine... The wagon was a lot of fun to drive - miss it. RDX has really grown on me though. Super smooth calm and composed. Not super sporty but really good...