Cannot believe keyed remote start is not included
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Cannot believe keyed remote start is not included
I know this is not necessarily new information, but I cannot for the life of me believe that the $50k Advance AWD does not INCLUDE remote start from the key fob... I saw it online mentioned in two different places, including the owner's site, showing the key I assumed I would be getting.
Remote Engine Start | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
This is 100% my fault but we test drove a Tech and I just assumed the advance had the option, based on ALL the information shown on the Acura website that says remote start is included. The app does not count, because using that for remote start is incredibly annoying.
I gather it can be added aftermarket, which I guess I will now be forced to do, but I cannot determine if the entire rear of the RDX has to be removed as per the tech forum. If the app can remote start the car, it would make sense the key fob should be all you need to add, although I suppose they use a different technology.
Rant over, but this was a major disappointment in our brand new car. Other than that, I love the new RDX Advance. Much improved over our 2012 TL Advance we just traded in today.
Remote Engine Start | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
This is 100% my fault but we test drove a Tech and I just assumed the advance had the option, based on ALL the information shown on the Acura website that says remote start is included. The app does not count, because using that for remote start is incredibly annoying.
I gather it can be added aftermarket, which I guess I will now be forced to do, but I cannot determine if the entire rear of the RDX has to be removed as per the tech forum. If the app can remote start the car, it would make sense the key fob should be all you need to add, although I suppose they use a different technology.
Rant over, but this was a major disappointment in our brand new car. Other than that, I love the new RDX Advance. Much improved over our 2012 TL Advance we just traded in today.
#3
This has been discussed in other thread. It’s a $399 accessory option, installed by dealer with new fobs.
and yes, they use different technologies. One is over the air via cellular signal and other is radio signal.
but ya, I agree it’s ridiculous not to have it included in the upper trim.
and yes, they use different technologies. One is over the air via cellular signal and other is radio signal.
but ya, I agree it’s ridiculous not to have it included in the upper trim.
Last edited by acuraada; 09-15-2018 at 10:12 PM.
#4
I have not chimed in on any of these threads about remote start, but I for one am happy that it is not included for “free”. I would not use remote start and I would not have wanted to pay for it. The only time I have ever let my car warm up was when we had a child and didn’t want to put her in a cold car seat.
i appreciate the fact that you all feel like an expensive luxury car should have all the bells and whistles, but I am glad that some things are left as accessories that you can have installed if it is wanted.
Billy
i appreciate the fact that you all feel like an expensive luxury car should have all the bells and whistles, but I am glad that some things are left as accessories that you can have installed if it is wanted.
Billy
#5
Burning Brakes
I have not chimed in on any of these threads about remote start, but I for one am happy that it is not included for “free”. I would not use remote start and I would not have wanted to pay for it. The only time I have ever let my car warm up was when we had a child and didn’t want to put her in a cold car seat.
i appreciate the fact that you all feel like an expensive luxury car should have all the bells and whistles, but I am glad that some things are left as accessories that you can have installed if it is wanted.
Billy
i appreciate the fact that you all feel like an expensive luxury car should have all the bells and whistles, but I am glad that some things are left as accessories that you can have installed if it is wanted.
Billy
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I have not chimed in on any of these threads about remote start, but I for one am happy that it is not included for “free”. I would not use remote start and I would not have wanted to pay for it. The only time I have ever let my car warm up was when we had a child and didn’t want to put her in a cold car seat.
i appreciate the fact that you all feel like an expensive luxury car should have all the bells and whistles, but I am glad that some things are left as accessories that you can have installed if it is wanted.
Billy
i appreciate the fact that you all feel like an expensive luxury car should have all the bells and whistles, but I am glad that some things are left as accessories that you can have installed if it is wanted.
Billy
Sure, and I agree....on a base, or possibly even the Technology, but not the Advance.
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I would rather have folding mirrors as a choice in my car than the remote start. I know it sounds crazy, but not having a remote start means nothing to me, but if the car had driver operated folding mirrors, I would probably have kicked it up to the advance trim. My car mostly sits in the garage, so remote start is rarely needed. I have only used it twice, and will rarely use it going forward, but popping a button to fold the mirrors is something I would use every time I put the car in the garage.
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I would rather have folding mirrors as a choice in my car than the remote start. I know it sounds crazy, but not having a remote start means nothing to me, but if the car had driver operated folding mirrors, I would probably have kicked it up to the advance trim. My car mostly sits in the garage, so remote start is rarely needed. I have only used it twice, and will rarely use it going forward, but popping a button to fold the mirrors is something I would use every time I put the car in the garage.
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#9
Burning Brakes
Regardless of the trim level mandatory 'options' benefit only those that want or need them - for everyone else they're nothing more than additional cost with no benefit. Myself I'd much rather pay $2K less and not have a sunroof of any type.
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SandwichViking (09-16-2018)
#10
I would rather have folding mirrors as a choice in my car than the remote start. I know it sounds crazy, but not having a remote start means nothing to me, but if the car had driver operated folding mirrors, I would probably have kicked it up to the advance trim. My car mostly sits in the garage, so remote start is rarely needed. I have only used it twice, and will rarely use it going forward, but popping a button to fold the mirrors is something I would use every time I put the car in the garage.
#11
While reading this thread, I went back to the discussions of my parents having a TV with four channels, and you had to get up and walk over to it to change to a different station. How far we have come with little conveniences that some people can not live with, or without. Now, if the car had a remote start, and would drive over to your location to pick you up, like in a mall parking lot, then that might be worthwhile. Other than that, remote start does not seem like a necessity. To me anyway, since none of my cars have it at the moment. To each his/her own though. All perspective.
#12
Yes my parents can discuss the days when TV didn’t have a remote but they can’t live without their Facebook or YouTube
thats how technologies move forward, increments and commoditization.
the convinences on the common cars today all existed in high end models years back, only cheaper and better now. For those that remembered backup camera wasn’t a standard thing, the argument to that was a mirror or turn of a head.
thats how technologies move forward, increments and commoditization.
the convinences on the common cars today all existed in high end models years back, only cheaper and better now. For those that remembered backup camera wasn’t a standard thing, the argument to that was a mirror or turn of a head.
Last edited by acuraada; 09-17-2018 at 04:45 PM.
#13
There are four lights!
I think the confusion lies with the shared literature between Canadian and American models. Canadian models do have the power folding mirrors on the A-Spec, Elite and Platinum Elite, and remote start on the keyfob as standard key equipment across all trims.
#14
Drifting
I know this is not necessarily new information, but I cannot for the life of me believe that the $50k Advance AWD does not INCLUDE remote start from the key fob... I saw it online mentioned in two different places, including the owner's site, showing the key I assumed I would be getting.
Remote Engine Start | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
This is 100% my fault but we test drove a Tech and I just assumed the advance had the option, based on ALL the information shown on the Acura website that says remote start is included. The app does not count, because using that for remote start is incredibly annoying.
I gather it can be added aftermarket, which I guess I will now be forced to do, but I cannot determine if the entire rear of the RDX has to be removed as per the tech forum. If the app can remote start the car, it would make sense the key fob should be all you need to add, although I suppose they use a different technology.
Rant over, but this was a major disappointment in our brand new car. Other than that, I love the new RDX Advance. Much improved over our 2012 TL Advance we just traded in today.
Remote Engine Start | 2019 Acura RDX | Acura Owners Site
This is 100% my fault but we test drove a Tech and I just assumed the advance had the option, based on ALL the information shown on the Acura website that says remote start is included. The app does not count, because using that for remote start is incredibly annoying.
I gather it can be added aftermarket, which I guess I will now be forced to do, but I cannot determine if the entire rear of the RDX has to be removed as per the tech forum. If the app can remote start the car, it would make sense the key fob should be all you need to add, although I suppose they use a different technology.
Rant over, but this was a major disappointment in our brand new car. Other than that, I love the new RDX Advance. Much improved over our 2012 TL Advance we just traded in today.
#15
The Acura website listed *Remote Start as a feature for the Advance model when you compared with Tech/base back in July when we bought it... Was so lame to find out they "MISS TYPED THAT" and it would be free for like 90 days? What a Joke. A subscription to remote start (when it works...) the car is such a weak point.
#17
It probably isn't much consolation but not all 'luxury" cars have remote start. The 2018 Audi Q5 not only didn't come with remote start, it was not even an option to add.
#18
WayTooManyAcuras
My parents had a remote control for their TV back in the day. ME! It was "Get up and change the TV to Channel 3!"
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Madd Dog (09-27-2018)
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My only complaint is that the receiver should be easier to install, as of now you have to remove almost all the trim panels in the rear to install the receiver near the antenna. Acura should either install the receiver at the factory for the Advance and still allow the dealer to make a profit on selling the remote key fob. Removing and replacing interior trim panels increases the likelyhood of squeaks later on.
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Sorry, I started this thread, which got mixed options (as do most car forums.) There were some valid points made about not all cars of the same class having remote start. I think my frustration was how it was marketed, again my mistake for not doing more research, but I feel it was misleading.
None the less, I have an appointment this Saturday to have the accessory remote start installed so the problem shall be no more for us.
None the less, I have an appointment this Saturday to have the accessory remote start installed so the problem shall be no more for us.
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$652.25 installed. This was a good bit higher than what the dealer who sold me the car would have installed it for, but that requires a 1.5 hour trip each way, and was not worth it. I've heard around $600, so this was pretty much in line with what I expected.
#25
that includes parts? if so, it's not that bad.
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Beyond that, the app is only free for 6 months and then requires a 100-110? yearly subscription. At that cost, I might as well pay for the hard installation as it will be more or less a wash when we go to sell/trade in again.
Perfect example, I just opened my AcuraLink app, and the remote start feature is not even showing available, although we linked the car at the dealer when I picked it up.
Last edited by fleming23; 09-20-2018 at 09:11 AM.
#29
Another annoyance with APP is once I click start, I have to keep the app open until the car actually starts... if close app or change to another app it just cancels the command...
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I don't keep my cars long enough so it's actually cheaper for me to pay for the app then spend $600-$700 to have this installed and I, personally, have had zero issues using the app and found no adverse effects. If it's $110/year, then it takes 6 years and it paid for itself and I'll have the RDX for three years at most. For those looking to keep their car >6 years, then this may be your better option...just not for me.
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I don't keep my cars long enough so it's actually cheaper for me to pay for the app then spend $600-$700 to have this installed and I, personally, have had zero issues using the app and found no adverse effects. If it's $110/year, then it takes 6 years and it paid for itself and I'll have the RDX for three years at most. For those looking to keep their car >6 years, then this may be your better option...just not for me.
#32
I have the remote start installed on my 19' RDX. I got a steal on the remote itself and it was only $185 off of eBay and dealer charged $270 for install = $455 total. It works very well. The one downfall is the fob is now even bigger than before. It also scratches very easy.
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This is how I would use remote start most of the time. Whether or not I'll use it enough to pay for it is another matter, but the subscription includes benefits beyond remote start. Still need to do the cost/benefit analysis but I had OnStar for the 4 years I owned a Cadillac (which gave me fob and app remote start) and felt it was worth the cost.
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Just today my wife and I took a trip with some other people. We met them away from home and they drove so the RDX sat out in the sun all day. A couple miles away on the way back I remote started via the app and the car was nice and cool when we got to it.
This is how I would use remote start most of the time. Whether or not I'll use it enough to pay for it is another matter, but the subscription includes benefits beyond remote start. Still need to do the cost/benefit analysis but I had OnStar for the 4 years I owned a Cadillac (which gave me fob and app remote start) and felt it was worth the cost.
This is how I would use remote start most of the time. Whether or not I'll use it enough to pay for it is another matter, but the subscription includes benefits beyond remote start. Still need to do the cost/benefit analysis but I had OnStar for the 4 years I owned a Cadillac (which gave me fob and app remote start) and felt it was worth the cost.
This is essentially the way I have/would use it. At the pool, about 10 minutes before leaving, start her up and cool her off.
But I must be away from home for it to be of any use to me. But folding mirrors? That is what I miss from my BMW.
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