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11. 2013 Acura RDX

Redesigned for 2013, the compact RDX crossover SUV “grows up” with a more formal-looking and aerodynamic exterior, a roomier interior and reduced levels of noise, vibration and harshness. While the prior version came powered by a raucous turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the new RDX packs a smoother and still-lively 273 horsepower 3.5-liter V6. Acura dealers are able to keep only 12 days’ worth of sales of the new model in stock.

Source: Forbes

Domm

No kidding. Had to wait about a month for their new shipment.

blkboyan

That's true. I am still waiting also.

TampaJack

It's worth the wait!

Dorsey

What the Forbes article doesn't say is that base models are much harder to find than techs. Base production started late - my guess is that currently techs outnumber bases on dealers lots by several to one.

hawkeye62

Here in Utah, two dealers have a total of 23 2013 RDXs in inventory. Two are FWD-Base, eleven are AWD-Base and ten are AWD-Tech. Not a bad selection, but some are already sold. The cars show in inventory about the time the dealer gets the VIN number and stay in inventory until delivered to a customer.

Regards, Jim

Dorsey

Thanks Jim. Didn't think about the AWD factor. AWD bases produced earlier than FWD bases. I have been looking for a FWD base in the Austin TX area for my daughter and it is slim pickings.

Rocketsfan

Have you tried surrounding cities like Houston, SA, or Dallas?

On a side note, it'd be interesting to see what the percentage of sales on this vehicle are - broken down by each model/trim combo.

Hugh 27

My dealer, Devan in Norwalk CT, had about 10 tech, 10 non tech in stock. Only one FWD. Seemed to be a very good selection IMO.

madrye28

Curry Acura in Scarsdale, NY has like 65 in stock. Tech, non-tech, all colors, FWD, AWD. THIS is why other dealerships can't get any, lol.

BlackDogRDX

Smithtown Acura out here on Long Island has about 40 but only 1 FWD base. The rest are about an even split of the AWD base and AWD Tech. I didn't see any FWD Tech's at all.

That seems way skewed in favor of AWD considering it's not SH-AWD but I suppose when folks are buying an SUV they just automatically tick the AWD box. I mean, I did!

Sculldog3

Dealer here in Massachusetts said that they don't even order any FWD, and that finding a FWD one would be tough in New England. Seems like dealer orders likely skewed to the AWD.

hawkeye62

Well, the difference between FWD and AWD is $1,400 on a $40,000 car. And there is 1 (one) mpg difference in gas mileage. Why quibble? Is there anything about AWD that makes anyone have to have FWD?

Regards, Jim

BLEXV6

In Canada they dont even sell FWD RDX's or MDX's for that matter.

Rocketsfan

For some, it's the reverse - why get AWD when it's doubtful they'll need it? It's "just another thing that can fail or go wrong on the car".

Domm

Here in California, all we ever get is rain so traction control and ABS is really all we need. AWD and especially SH-AWD is overkill though it can be helpful in the winter when it rains often.

TampaJim

Lower fuel economy, more complex mechanics and tire replacement requirements.

Dorsey

+1 with TampaJim. Pretty worthless in Florida although there are plenty of AWDs on the road. 90% of them seem to be lifted pickups with 35 inch mudders.

Mikey Dallas

Acura dealers here in Dallas say they will sell FWD 5 to one or more over AWD. Just don't need AWD here very often.