I just read an article by Auto Blog that lists the 10 least reliable cars, citing Consumer Reports as a reference.. I was shocked to read that the Honda Odyssey is listed, with owners citing in-car electronics, power equipment, and body hardware.as the reasons. This is disturbing to me since I always regarded Honda as a good car company. However, I am not surprised since the in-car electronics in the RDX is dreadful. A cheap Garmin has a better GPS, and the back up camera is so hazy it is hard to see people walking behind the car. Don't kill the messenger. See review

 

If that the case you have a problem with your specific B/U camera - mine is nothing like that, not HD but more than adequate for what it's used for.

 

 

Compared to the GPS in my Denali, it lacks screen detail (it's drab and unappealing) it lacks the the ability to zoom in and out, and the back up camera image is horrible. It seems standard def compared to the Denali's HD quality. As far as in-car electronics, the RDX is a gift that keeps on giving. I don't often use SIRI. But last week I stopped the car to search for a propane dealer. SIRI will not work when my iPhone is paired, not to mention I cannot answer phone calls at times or change channels on XM by using the left thumb wheel. These are all "known issues" . If you guys don't have the problem, you're lucky. My car is not unusual. I've compared my to new RDX's at the dealer. Note, the dealer is just as frustrated that they cannot fix the car . Perhaps we have different standards. I expect much better quality after writing a check for over $50k..

 

 

Knock yourself out if you want to pay $80k for a Denali. Actually, the LT model has the same superior Navi etc and is priced comparably. Since I'm not a fanboy or apologist for mediocracy, let's compare it to a cheaper car. I sold a Equinox LTZ and paid less than the RDX for it when new. The Navi and backup camera were outstanding as was the realtime traffic run by XM/Sirius. The RDX has crappy realtime traffic that fades in and out because it is now powered by the FM radio rather than XM radio like the 2018 RDX.

Sorry I brought facts to the table that might explain why there are so many people complaining about their RDX.

 

Why not trade back to an 18?

 

You've made a terrible mistake pointing out obvious flaws in the RDX!!! You might actually give Acura the idea to add another $50 and put in a better camera. They have had terrible navigation forever though so I doubt that will ever be fixed.

 

 

Anyone know how the camera image and screen resolution in the 2019 RDX compares to the 2019 Honda Pilot (and Odyssey) camera image and screen resolution?

 

I have no idea what the resolution of the backup camera may be, but I find it adequate if I give it the occasional thumb wipe, as previously noted.

A spit-moistened thumb is especially effective at dealing with road salt and grime. YMMV

As with any digital imaging system, there is a trade-off between resolution and low-light performance. Just a random thought.

As for the rest of the electronics, I have no intention of defending the indefensible. Honda/Acura really needs to do their testing BEFORE they sell vehicles to the public.

 

I agree with your comment about the NAV screen. The first question I asked when looking at the car was about the screen and whether it could be changed. I don't like it but at this time it's the only thing I don't like.

 

I just bought my RDX and changing the XM station on the left thumb wheel works for me.

 

I looked at quite a few vehicles before I pulled the plug and bought my RDX. Lots of technology to learn over my previous ride a Lexus RX350. So far, I'm impressed but I already know I don't like the screen for the NAV. But I love my Red exterior with the light Tan interior. Can't have everything!

 

 

Unless you have an Android phone.

 

but that's coming, I'm sure of it, guarantee it, but no betting.

 

Thats no help when you take a lot of phone calls and rely on the navi voice.