BAH0415

Hi all. I sold my 2G RDX 3 yrs ago and had some fun with a Jeep, but plan to get another RDX next. Problem is I am trying to wait for the next generation as I hate to buy the last year of a generation model. I would think the next generation would be out as a 2026. Any thoughts on this?

Twism86

The real question is, is it better to buy the last model year of a generation or the first model year of a new generation?

With no official news, if you want back in the RDX, why wait? Lots of nice CPO 2023s and even 2024s out there with low miles, better than new warranty and already took the “drive off the lot” depreciation. Most of the minor kinks have been worked out of the early 3G models by now.

If the 4G comes out and you can’t resist a 23/24 3G will still have plenty of value in it for a trade/private sell.

mvl

Per the typical 6 year schedule, the 4th gen would have been expected for 2025, but Acura just announced the 2025 rdx as a midmodel refresh. so a new gen will probably be a few more years.

Texasrdx21

If that is true - Acura will lose a lot of sales to the competition who have newer models out. 6 years for a ICE vehicle (besides the 4runner) is way too long, especially if you want to convert some gen 3 RDX owners to get a new one. I most likely will be in the market for a new/newer vehicle in the fall once mine turns 4 years old. Wouldn't even consider the same model with a slight refresh. However, given the used car market is tanking and will be flooded with more inventory in the next 12 months - may just buy a 2-year Acura-Care extended warranty - as mine at 24K miles has been issue free. Plus - the 3rd gen RDX is the best rain and snow tractor with the SHAWD - thats a superior system (even with the so-so Goodyear Eagle RS-A all season tires on).

However, for someone that wants a 3rd gen RDX - 2022+ model years are the best (super reliable and full features), as Acura worked out most of the typical new model kinks (that every mfg has) in the first 3 years. But that is just my opinion - less than 2-cents worth.