I'm totally aiming for an RDX, 2017 or 2018, depending on what the 2018 offers...but what other two row seat crossovers are out there that are even considerable? Jeep Grand Cherokee? No! Not a fan of Chrysler products even though it's now really Fiat? Lexus? No! Nissan...whatever they offer. No! I guess I'm sold. Have had two Acuras and loved them both.

 

Subaru Outback 3.6R?
Or new VW alltrack?

 

Mazda CX5, Audi Q3, BMW X3.

 

I'm wanting a two row seat model with the most head and shoulder room and sits high enough off the ground that I can easily slip in and out at 6'3", 225 lbs. The '05 TL ain't cuttin' it anymore for this old guy. 20" wheels would be nice option on the RDX.

 

If you are willing to roll the dice with the reliability of the car (I couldn't), the Lincoln MKC with the 2.3 lt turbo is a great option.
in my opinion it is the nicest car car in the segment under $45K.

 

But....... if you option up the MKC to be on par with the features of RDX advance, you easily surpass $50K. There in lies the inherent value of RDX. It offers nearly everything ........ (including the luxury badge ..) at an affordable price.

 

When all is said and done the MKC is still a Lincoln. Overly soft ride, old-man-car steering. I drove one and was impressed with the luxury but for long term, no. Unlike Matthew What's His Name the actor, we don't have an infinity pool, fancy cuff links and suits, nor a fancy home with gates, I live in the real world and want a god day--to-day car.

We went through all the "what else is out there?" questioning and ended up with another RDX after we sold our '13 to our son. Our family now has three black RDXs in the family. '13, '14 (other son) and '17 and everybody is very happy with their rides.

 

Yes, it lists for $50K but the street price is a lot less. It has a lot better tech and finish than the RDX.
I could not overlook the poor reliability and customer service reviews but there seems to be a happy bunch of users out there.
I ended up with an RDX advanced because I did not like at all the NX200. Europeans were out of contention due to price/maintenance/feature set, etc.
I am OK with my decision but I dont love the car.

 

What didn't you like about the NX200?

 

Our thoughts exactly on all points. The NX, aside from being monumentally ugly inside and out, the ergonomics, comfort and "feng shui" weren't there. Did I mention the Corolla cruise control stalk? Anytime we sat in one we just wanted to get out. Aside from that it was great. 😏

Yes our Advance sure is nice but it would have been cool to get something else. Nothing clicked. We made the right decision.

 

Seems like the RDX sits comfortably in a niche with very little competition. Frustrating for us 1G RDX owners looking for the upgrade that is also still fun to drive. I'd be all over a Macan if it wasn't a stupid economic decision for me.

 

Cantex, You need an avatar, man! Here's one you can use.

 

I couldn't take how strained the engine always sounded and how every expansion joint of the highway was felt.
The inoperable infotainment controller and cramped interior did not help either.

 

That's what I noticed about the 2013 RX I test drove...the noise as much as the feel.....along with a numb detached driving feel, for lack of a better term.

 

If you want to add value priced options, look at the Hyundai Tuscon and KIA Sportage. Both have more available features(heated/reclining rear seats, panoramic S/R, newer infotainment) than the RDX Advance for about $10k less. The warranty is better as well. Folks will argue the 1.6T motor is too weak in the Tuscon, but with the 7sp DCT it ran fine IMO. If you need more power, the KIA has a 240hp 2.0T. Size wise they are on par with the RDX.

 

The Audi Q3 is sporty, fun to drive, but it is noisy when you get on the gas. A better competitor to the RDX is the Q5. This is a solid car.
A loaded Q5 can easily reach $48K but you don't have the maintenance frequency of the RDX. Oil changes once per year or 10,000 miles.
KIA Sorrento is a very nice vehicle. Put duct tape over the badging, and you would think you are riding in a much more expensive car that has a "thimble grill".

 

I agree that the Q5 can be more comparable, but when I was shopping it was more like $55,729.50 (according to a quote, fully loaded with all the bells and whistles). Disagree on the Kia though, too many mechanical / construction issues for me.

 

Korean Car

 

At that price, you must have been looking at the 3.0 liter V-6. The 2.0 liter four cylinder is more that adequate for the Q5. The SQ5 is a rocket ship, but it's $60K.

 

Have you seen the Hyundai Genesis G80 and G90? I took out the G80 and was very impressed. Three years full service coverage, and a long warranty also. Resale value is the big question, but that is what they said about Lexus when they began.

 

Exactly, It cracks me up how folks will discount a Hyundai or KIA simply because they are Korean. The same thing was said about Japanese cars in the 70's....

 

When I seen the question, the first thing I was going to recommend was the Sorento. But I anticipated that response so I never bothered because I am tired of the one track mind response towards Korean vehicles. Most people who automatically discount Korean cars have not been in a modern one. Sorry to say it but the current Sorento (in top trim) is a MUCH nicer place to be than ANY vehicle in the entire Acura and Honda lineup. They are also VERY VERY quiet, unlike wind noise which might as well be on the brochure for Acura products.

 

My experience with the decked-out new Sorrento a couple of months ago gave me a similar impression. A big difference (to me and my keester) was in how much better the front seat construction felt compared to the RDX. Firmer and tighter compared to floppy.

 

When I was car shopping, the Sorento was definitely a top pick for me, (based on very good reviews) but I ran into 2 issues.
-I didn't care much for the look, especially the rear end.
-the dealer that had one I really liked (maroon color and very good price) was one of these weird places were all the vehicles were inside a dark warehouse and I wanted them to get it out so I could test drive it, but the battery was dead , and by the time they un-enthusiastically jumped it, I was too leery about the whole setup.

 

Please don't use words like that, I have a hard enough time concentrating as it is.....and there's nothing wrong with floppy...

 

As the expression goes, "Any port in a storm"

 

yup, but no ports on the horizon and getting stormier....

 

Did the model you drove have the napa leather seats with the adjustable thigh support (my favorite feature ever at 6'2 with shoes)

That's too bad that your experience wasn't more positive, I think you would have been very positively surprised had you had the opportunity to test drive a clean example of one. It is by far at the top of my list of non-luxury and near the top for even luxury crossovers. When I sell my MDX I may be looking at leasing one in fully loaded SXL trim.

 

LOL! A few years back I would have re-read that and been snickering like Beavis and Butthead. OK, maybe still a bit...heheh

 

Honda CRV Touring? 10K difference vs loaded RDX. You wont get few features like front/rear parking sensors, ventilated seats and V6 but you get newer and more advanced car, with much better fuel economy, better entertainment system and more cargo space. Looks are of course subjective and actually neither one impresses me anyway; however, Alfa Romeo Stelvio is a looker!!!

 

I'm presently driving a 2013 Santa Fe Limited which I bought new. It has 125kms (highway) and the only issue I've had is a squeaky front sway bar bushing which was replaced under warranty. I'm looking at the CR-V Touring and the RDX as a replacement. The only reason I am not looking at another Hyundai product is due to a personal issue with an individual in the service department at the local dealership. The first brand new vehicle I ever bought was a 1991 Integra which treated me very well, so I may be going back to a Honda product.

 

I noticed you mentioned KM's are you from Canada as well?

 

I'm located in Sask.

 

Oh nice! Hello from Alberta!

 

HI, and thanks.

 

For those referring to Kia and Hyundai cars, kindly check out the new CRV (which is essentially their competitor). It's gorgeous and simply will annihilate the competition. The Koreans were having a field day just because their product cycles were off by a few years and the cars looked up to date. Not any more. Guess they didn't se the CRV coming. .

 

Honestly, for size and value, the RDX is very hard to beat. The Lexus NX was fine but didn't drive as well and wasn't as quick as I expected; it's almost smaller. The Audi Q3 was probably my second choice but it was too small and low to the ground. I thought I'd regret buying it due to the size. Lincoln MKC was very nice and offers a ton of options, but resale is awful (so get a year old one if you go that route). Lastly, the Infiniti QX50 is more a sports car but, again, very small and low to the ground. If size and price are your main concerns, can't go wrong with the RDX.

 

I agree, the new CRV is a real step up from the old one, and IMHO is a knockout. If that is a prelude to what we can expect from the new RDX, it's going to be amazing. I think Acura knows where their bread is buttered and need a home run with the RDX.

 

Based on looks I would take rdx over competition

Based on performance I may wait for next x3

If Acura wants to compete they should update rdx and deliver by January 2018

 

I guess time will tell. Honda just copied Hyundai by moving to a smaller turbo 4 from the older 2.4l power plant. I expect Hyundai will up the power of the Tuscon as they have a 201hp version used in other models. They still don't offer all the bells and whistles the Tuscon has either. Hopefully the next gen RDX will offer at least as much as the '16 Tuscon has now.