happy_chrissy

I have a 13 RDX AWD Base model, anyone thinking about trading up to a 2014? Is there a difference between the 13's and 14's?
What are your thoughts, should I hold out for 2015 and see what goodies they add to the RDX?

I have been looking online at the 2013 and 2014 BMW X3(which I really wanted) but I can't justify paying an extra 10k(2014) that's why I brought the 2013. So far, I enjoy the car.

Hou-RL

Based on the amount of money you are going to lose when you trade up to the 2014 or 2015 AWD RDX with tech, you should have purchased the BMW X3. You will have spent about $10K trying to get the newer car. I would hold out and see what is offered for 2015 as they usually offer new changes on the third model year.

Good luck in your hunt!

BLACK RAVEN

your not going to loose 10K trading up. I suggest wait on the 2015 to give you more options. lock in your best deal online for the tech and then drop your trade. if you got near or invoice on your current car you should be able to trade up for around 3 to 5K depending on the condition of your car.

weather

Happy_Chrissy....Why do you want to upgrade the 2013 model already? To get the Tech?

There is no change to the 2014 Model year and the 2015 may be the year where the MMC will occur, unless they do a quick year and bring the 2016 model early in the spring of 2015.

I am pretty sure the MMC will bring some extra goodies to rejuvenate the sales of the RDX, likely passenger height adjusters, jewel eyes, and possibly, a higher trim version with some of the lane keeping assist etc.

Not that you would be interested but I saw something that suggests strongly that the RDX will have a hybrid variant in the future.

My best advice is at least wait until the MMC and see if the goodies are worth it, and of not, either hold on to it or get the X3. I agree that the X3 is gorgeous but is also due for a model change in the near future.

Hou-RL

He will lose $10K trading up. The dealer will not offer him anything close to the numbers you are mentioning. He was at a $3k - $5K loss when he purchased the 2013 vehicle. Surely you dont think they will discount the new 2014 RDX and give the fair trade in on the used 2013 RDX base model.

BLACK RAVEN

Yes, I do. I sold cars for 3 years. I know how to play the game. You obviously don't.

TLtrigirl

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the MMC refresh will most likely not occur until 2016 MY. the SUVs follow a 6 yr cycle. the RDX is selling well enough there will be no need for any emergency fixes on the car unlike the 4G TL when the refresh came in year 4 of production and early (spring of '11 as a 2012). the sedans and SUvs redesign was pushed by a year b/c of the tsunami. so the last gen MDX was 7 yrs, and 4G TL/TSX will be 6 years. the RDX redesign occurred after the 6 yr cycle (1G 07-09, refresh-add beak 10-12).

i would guess based on previous trends that acura/honda will go back to the 5 yr sedan and 6 yr SUV cycle for redesigns with refresh occurring after the 3rd year of production (ie year 4) short of making an oops. the ILX had an oops. the rumor was that they will be putting the 2.4L engine across all trims.

Hou-RL

Yes, you seem to know everything. I know nothing.

ipribadi

Wait you guys saying he will "lose" does that mean just for the resale of the '13 base RDX?
The OP bought in mid 2012, so by now the depreciation is definitely going to hit hard, on top of that going for a tech cost $3K more than the base model to begin with right?
So I do believe the OP will have to drop at least $8K for the trade up.

happy_chrissy

I got the 13 RDX $500 below invoice and I did Not add any extras. I am a "she" btw. lol I may take your suggestion and wait to see if they add anything special to the RDX or even if they make a hybrid, which would be nice!

GoesByFish

The tech package has things that I want (mainly navigation, power lift gate and a few other goodies) but there are a few things missing from the RDX that would make it a sure thing (that mirror bind spot camera from the accord and DRLs I don't really need the DRLs, they just look cool and most upscale cars have them these days).

However, even if they add the features I want to the 2015, I'm still highly considering a 2013 RDX Tech because of one thing Price. What brought me to the RDX in the first place was what you get for the money. I think in your case, you'd kind of be blowing up that value proposition. But if you think the additional features would make you say 5-10k happier, go for it.

YeuEmMaiMai

trading in a 1 model year old car for the new one = you are taking it in the shorts....

just keep your current ride as the trade up is NOT worth it.

weather

I am reasonable convinced that there will be an RDX Hybrid based on what I saw recently. Likely the MMC....

happy_chrissy

I am not in a rush, I can wait. It just would be nice to have an X3 but if I did the X3 then I would be thinking about how expensive it would be to maintain vs the RDX after the warranty ends and not to mention premium gas for the X3.

YeuEmMaiMai

RDX requires 91+ also

CoachRick

YAWN

YeuEmMaiMai

lol did you miss the sticker on the fuel filler door that said "premium fuel only", not to mention Acura's website and the Owner's manual?

happy_chrissy

There were many discussions and research articles about the type fuel on the 13 RDX. You can put lower octane in the 13's but they do recommend 91 however it is not required. But it is up to the owner what they put in their car they purchased with their money.

http://www.acura.com/Engine.aspx?model=RDX&modelYear=2014[/url]
I didn't see "premium fuel only", I did find on the acura site "Recommend" not required, but I can be wrong.

However, I believe the older models required premium fuel.

It doesn't really matter what people put in their cars, right?

KrylonBlue

The older models were Turbo engines and required Premium. Acura does state on my TSX and I believe the newer RDX that Premium is recommended. Anything lower may result in lower milage or performance.

GoesByFish

I'm not a super crazy car guy, but my understanding is that premium is required in engines that run with a higher compression ratio. A turbo basically increases that ratio, so premium fuel is required, but with most naturally aspirated engine, it doesn't do much. That is just my understanding and I could be grossly over-simplifying. . .

CoachRick

You could be setting a dangerous precedent here, missy...I mean chrissy. Don't ask me how I know; but swapping vehicles so quickly just for a few 'things' could put you on a slippery slope(again, don't ask me how I know). Now, IF you were trading up to some serious new technology or cost-saving features, that would be one thing...swapping to get 'tech' is another. You don't mention the mileage on your vehicle...if it is normal or high, you likely would get smacked pretty good. On the other hand, it's only money. IF there is a compelling reason to 'step up' to tech...and maybe get a color that doesn't remind you of an old boyfriend...at least go to the dealer and get the numbers. Nothing like having some cold hard figures to help make your decision.

Hou-RL

According to Black Raven we dont understand what we are talking about. He states "lock in your best deal online for the tech and then drop your trade.
However, that guy doesnt hknow the first thing about the process. I think the tech that the RDX will add will not be anything to compete with the MDX and it wont be worth the effort to upgrade.
Nonetheless, we should know in the next couple of months.

In regards to the X3, you can buy maintence for up 2 years and 100K for the X3. It's cost is $2,095 so you know the maintenance cost for a full 100K. This might make it worth while but the actual cost of the vehicle is going to be a minimum of $10K if you buy new.

Good luck with either decision, hope you will be happy either way.

random.617

Refreshed X3 for 2015 and possibly a refreshed RDX. New Lexus NX for 2015 too. Wait 1 more year if you can. I agree with Hou-RL too and completely disagree with Black Raven. You'll be lucky to get close to $10k of what you paid on your car. Think about it, why would someone pay anything more for a car that is basically 1.5 years old with miles on it and higher financing rates than a new 2014? Doesn't make sense if the dealer has to pay you close to what they are selling a one for then they would never sold the trade.

Oh and new MB GLA should be out by then too.