After a main replace for 2022 that introduced some styling tweaks and enhancements in noise, vibration, and harshness ranges, the Acura RDX enters the 2023 mannequin 12 months with solely minor updates. These updates encompass two complimentary providers, albeit for a restricted time period.
One is three years entry to AcuraLink, together with Safety and Distant packages. That is Acura’s connectivity characteristic that permits homeowners to entry the car through an app, for instance to test the car’s standing, search and ship vacation spot particulars with navigation, and with the distant bundle even ship instructions to the car utilizing Amazon Alexa.
The opposite is 2 years or 24,000 miles value (no matter comes first) of the Acura Upkeep Bundle, which is being provided for the primary time on the RDX. The bundle covers choose upkeep schedules, together with oil and filter adjustments, tire rotations, and car inspections.
There’s been no change within the powertrain division, which implies the 2023 RDX comes as commonplace with a 2.0-liter turbo-4 good for 272 hp. The engine is hooked to 10-speed computerized, with drive despatched to the entrance wheels as commonplace. All-wheel drive is on the market.
All RDXs come commonplace with a sport-tuned suspension and 19-inch wheels. Adaptive dampers and 20-inch wheels can be found. For patrons in search of extra efficiency, Acura has indicated that every one of its automobiles will ultimately provide a sporty Sort S variant, although the RDX is not anticipated to obtain the remedy till a redesigned mannequin arrives.
Within the cabin, premium touches like open-pore wooden trim, Milano leather-based, and 16-way energy adjustable entrance seats are all on provide. Tech options embrace Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, in addition to Amazon Alexa, an ambient lighting bundle, a wi-fi charging pad for cell gadgets, and a ten.2-inch infotainment display screen. A 16-speaker ELS Studio premium audio system can also be obtainable.
The 2023 RDX is at the moment obtainable at dealerships and is priced to start out at $42,545, together with a $1,195 vacation spot cost. Including all-wheel drive requires an additional $2,200.
