2013 Acura RDX

2013 Acura RDX

The 2013 Acura RDX is the second generation of Acura’s small luxury crossover SUV and it has now more power, a better fuel economy, a fresh look and a roomier interior. The all-new 2013 Acura RDX is a premium 5-passenger compact SUV that has good handling characteristics and the versatility of a veritable sport utility vehicle. The 2013 Acura RDX competes with Volvo XC60, Audi Q5 and BMW X3.

The 2013 Acura RDX is available in base and base with Technolgy package trim levels. All models are available with front- or all-wheel drive. Standard features of 2013 Acura RDX include 18-inch wheels, keyless ignition, keyless entry, automatic headlights, heated mirrors, rear privacy glass, a sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, power front seats, heated front seats, a rearview camera, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, leather upholstery, Bluetooth and 7-speaker sound system with a CD player and an iPod/USB interface.

The Technology package adds a navigation system, solar-sensing automatic climate control, a power liftgate, foglights, xenon headlights and a 10-speaker surround audio system with 15 GB of music storage.

The 2013 Acura RDX is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 SOHC i-VTEC engine that produces 273 hp and 251 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard as well as a 6-speed automatic transmission with sequential SportShift paddle shifters, Grade Logic and Shift Hold Control. The all-wheel drive is optional. The 2013 Acura RDX has an EPA estimated fuel economy of 20 mpg city/ 28 mpg highway for front-wheel drive model and 19 mpg city/ 27 mpg highway for all-wheel-drive model.

Standard safety features of 2013 Acura RDX include stability control, traction control, antilock brakes, front side airbags, side curtain airbags, active front head restraints and Child Safety System with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) and OPDS (Occupant Position Detection System).

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