| 2021 ACURA RDX SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES | |||
| Updated: 10/21/20 | RDX | RDX SH-AWD | RDX PMC Edition |
| POWER UNIT | |||
| ENGINE | |||
| Engine Type | Turbo Alluminum-alloy 4-Cylinder | Turbo Alluminum-alloy 4-Cylinder | Turbo Alluminum-alloy 4-Cylinder |
| Displacement (liters) | 2.0 | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 272 @ 6500 | 272 @ 6500 | 272 @ 6500 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) | 280 @ 1600-4500 | 280 @ 1600-4500 | 280 @ 1600-4500 |
| Valvetrain | 16-Valve, DOHC VTEC® | 16-Valve, DOHC VTEC® | 16-Valve, DOHC VTEC® |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Injection | Direct | Direct | Direct |
| Throttle Control | Drive-by-Wire Throttle System | Drive-by-Wire Throttle System | Drive-by-Wire Throttle System |
| Idle Stop | • | • | • |
| CARB Emissions Rating | ULEV-50 | ULEV-50 | ULEV-50 |
| Tune-Up Interval | 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups | 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups | 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups |
| DRIVETRAIN | |||
| Front-Wheel Drive | • | - | - |
| SH-AWD® (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™) | - | • | • |
| 10-Speed Automatic Transmission | • | • | • |
| Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifters | • | • | • |
| Gear Ratios | |||
| 1st | 5.25 | 5.25 | 5.25 |
| 2nd | 3.27 | 3.27 | 3.27 |
| 3rd | 2.19 | 2.19 | 2.19 |
| 4th | 1.60 | 1.60 | 1.60 |
| 5th | 1.30 | 1.30 | 1.30 |
| 6th | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| 7th | 0.78 | 0.78 | 0.78 |
| 8th | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 |
| 9th | 0.58 | 0.58 | 0.58 |
| 10th | 0.52 | 0.52 | 0.52 |
| Reverse | 3.97 | 3.97 | 3.97 |
| Final Drive | 4.17 | 4.17 | 4.17 |
| FUEL ECONOMY | |||
| EPA Fuel Economy Ratings (City/Highway/Combined) | 22/28/24 | 21/27/23 | - |
| EPA Fuel Economy Ratings with A-Spec® Package (City/Highway/Combined) | 22/27/24 | 21/26/23 | - |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded 91 Octane | Premium Unleaded 91 Octane | Premium Unleaded 91 Octane |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. gal) | 17.1 | 17.1 | 17.1 |
| CHASSIS | |||
| MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | • | • | • |
| Multi-Link Rear Suspension | • | • | • |
| Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear) | 30 / 23 | 30 / 23 | 30 / 23 |
| Amplitude Reactive Dampers | • | • | - |
| Adaptive Damper System | A | A | • |
| Dual-Pinion, Variable-Ratio Electric Power Steering (EPS) | • | • | • |
| Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) | 4-mode (Snow, Comfort, Sport, Sport+) | 4-mode (Snow, Comfort, Sport, Sport+) | 4-mode (Snow, Comfort, Sport, Sport+) |
| Agile Handling Assist® | • | • | • |
| Ventilated Front Disc / Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in) | 12.4 / 12.2 | 12.4 / 12.2 | 12.4 / 12.2 |
| Aluminum-Alloy Wheels | 19 x 8.0 Glitter Silver Multi-Spoke | 19 x 8.0 Glitter Silver Multi-Spoke | 20 x 8.0 Gloss Black Split 5-Spoke |
| Aluminum-Alloy Wheels (Technology Package) | 19 x 8.0 Pewter Gray Metallic Machine-Finished Split 5-Spoke | 19 x 8.0 Pewter Gray Metallic Machine-Finished Split 5-Spoke | - |
| Aluminum-Alloy Wheels (A-Spec Package) | 20 x 8.0 Shark Gray Split 5-Spoke | 20 x 8.0 Shark Gray Split 5-Spoke | - |
| Aluminum-Alloy Wheels (Advance Package) | 19 x 8.0 Medium Alloy Silver Interwoven | 19 x 8.0 Medium Alloy Silver Interwoven | - |
| Tires | 235/55 R19 High-Performance All-Season | 235/55 R19 High-Performance All-Season | - |
| Tires (A-Spec Package) | 255/40 R20 High-Performance All-Season | 255/40 R20 High-Performance All-Season | 255/40 R20 High-Performance All-Season |
| Steering Ratio | 11.95 | 11.95 | 11.95 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb to Curb (ft) | 38.9 | 38.9 | 38.9 |
| DIMENSIONS | |||
| EXTERIOR | |||
| Length (in) | 186.8 | 186.8 | 186.8 |
| Width (in) | 74.8 | 74.8 | 74.8 |
| Height (in) | 65.7 | 65.7 | 65.7 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 108.3 | 108.3 | 108.3 |
| Track (in, front/rear) | 64.2 / 64.7 | 64.2 / 64.7 | 64.2 / 64.7 |
| Ground Clearance (in, unladen) | 8.2 | 8.2 | 8.2 |
| INTERIOR | |||
| Headroom (in, front/rear) | 40 / 38 | 40 / 38 | 40 / 38 |
| Legroom (in, front/rear) | 42 / 38 | 42 / 38 | 42 / 38 |
| Shoulder Room (in, front/rear) | 60 / 57 | 60 / 57 | 60 / 57 |
| Hiproom (in, front/rear) | 55 / 50 | 55 / 50 | 55 / 50 |
| EPA Passenger Volume (cu ft) | 104 | 104 | 104 |
| Cargo Volume (cu ft): Behind Second Row | 29.5*(31.1**) | 29.5*(31.1**) | 29.5*(31.1**) |
| Cargo Volume (cu ft) (Max): Behind First Row | 58.9*(79.8†) | 58.9*(79.8†) | 58.9*(79.8†) |
| * Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard. | |||
| ** Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus underfloor storage. This figure compares more accurately with most competitive measurements. | |||
| † Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus floor space between first and second seats and front seats moved forward. This figure compares more accurately with most competitive measurements. | |||
| WEIGHT | |||
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 3783 | 4019 | 4050 |
| Curb Weight with Technology Package (lbs) | 3790 | 4026 | - |
| Curb Weight with A-Spec Package (lbs) | 3821 | 4015 | - |
| Curb Weight with Advance Package (lbs) | 3829 | 4068 | - |
| Weight Distribution (% front/rear) | 59/41 | 57 / 43 | 57 / 43 |
| FEATURES | |||
| ACURAWATCH™ ADVANCED SAFETY & DRIVER-ASSISTANCE TECHNOLOGY | |||
| Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System | • | • | • |
| Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) | • | • | • |
| Head-Up Warning (HUW) | A | A | • |
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System | • | • | • |
| Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | • | • | • |
| Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System | • | • | • |
| Blind spot information (BSI) System | T / AS / A | T / AS / A | • |
| Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | • | • | • |
| Multi-View Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | • | • | • |
| Surround-View Camera System | A | A | • |
| Rear Cross Traffic Monitor | T / AS / A | T / AS / A | • |
| T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec, A = Advance Package | |||
| SAFETY & SECURITY | |||
| Next-Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | • | • | • |
| Dual-Stage, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) | • | • | • |
| Front Side Airbags | • | • | • |
| Side Curtain Airbags | • | • | • |
| Front Knee Airbags | • | • | • |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control | • | • | • |
| 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | • | • | • |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | • | • | • |
| Brake Assist | • | • | • |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | • | • | • |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators | • | • | • |
| Theft-Deterrent System with Electronic Immobilizer | • | • | • |
| Tire Sealant and Repair Kit | • | AS | • |
| Spare Tire | - | •* | - |
| T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec, A = Advance Package *A-Spec Package includes Tire Sealant and Repair Kit only. |
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| DRIVER CONVENIENCE | |||
| Hill Start Assist | • | • | • |
| Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold | • | • | • |
| Cruise Control | • | • | • |
| Parking Sensors (front and rear) | T / AS / A | T /AS / A | • |
| Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation with Wiper Integration | • | • | • |
| Auto High-Beam | • | • | • |
| Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers | A | A | • |
| Heated Side Mirrors with Reverse Gear Tilt-Down | • | • | • |
| HomeLink® | • | • | • |
| Compass | • | • | • |
| T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec®, A = Advance Package | |||
| AUDIO & CONNECTIVITY | |||
| True Touchpad Interface™ | • | • | • |
| 10.2-Inch HD Dual-Content Center Display | • | • | • |
| 7-Inch Color Multi-Information Display (MID) | • | • | • |
| 10.5-Inch Head-Up Display (HUD) | A | A | • |
| Mobile Hotspot Capability | • | • | • |
| Acura Navigation System with 3D View | T / AS / A | T / AS / A | • |
| AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ with Street and Freeway Conditions | T / AS / A | T / AS / A | • |
| Traffic Rerouting™ | T / AS / A | T / AS / A | • |
| Natural Language Voice Recognition | • | • | • |
| AcuraLink® Connected Services | • | • | • |
| Apple Carplay® and Android Auto™ Integration | • | • | • |
| Siri® Eyes Free | • | • | • |
| SMS, MMS Text Message and Email Capability | • | • | • |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Wireless Telephone Interface | • | • | • |
| Acura Premium Audio System with 9 Speakers | • | • | - |
| Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 12 Speakers | T | T | - |
| Acura/ELS Studio® 3D Premium Audio System with 16 Speakers | AS / A | AS / A | • |
| Song By Voice® | T / AS / A | T / AS / A | • |
| HD Radio® | • | • | • |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio | • | • | • |
| USB Audio Interface | • | • | • |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | • | • | • |
| MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack | • | • | • |
| Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) | • | • | • |
| USB Charge Ports (2) 2.5A Charge Front Seat | • | • | • |
| USB Charge Ports (2) 2.5A Charge Rear Seat | T / AS / A | T / AS / A | • |
| Maintenance MinderTM System | • | • | • |
| T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec, A = Advance Package | |||
| INTERIOR | |||
| Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Humidity Control and Air Filtration | • | • | • |
| GPS-Linked Climate Control | T / AS / A | T / AS / A | • |
| Keyless Access System with Acura Personalized Settings | • | • | • |
| Pushbutton Ignition | • | • | • |
| Electronic Gear Selector | • | • | • |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down and Auto-Reverse | • | • | • |
| Sport Seats with Leatherette-Trimmed Interior | • | • | - |
| Sport Seats with Perforated Milano Premium Leather-Trimmed Interior with Contrast Stitching | T | T | - |
| Sport Seats with Perforated Milano Premium Leather and Ultrasuede®, Contrast Stitching and Piping | AS | AS | • |
| Sport Seats with Perforated Milano Premium Leather, Contrast Stitching and Piping | A | A | - |
| Front 12-Way Power Seats with Power Lumbar Support | • | • | - |
| Front 16-Way Power Seats with Power Lumbar Support, Thigh Extension and Side Bolsters | A | A | • |
| Heated Front Seats | • | • | • |
| Heated and Ventilated Front Seats | AS / A | AS / A | • |
| Heated Rear Seats (Outboard Positions) | A | A | • |
| Easy Fold-Down 60/40 Split Flat-Folding Rear Seatback | • | • | • |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | • | • | • |
| Heated Steering Wheel | A | A | • |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | • | • | - |
| Leather-Wrapped A-Spec® Steering Wheel | AS | AS | • |
| Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | • | • | • |
| Ebony Headliner | AS | AS | • |
| Bright Brushed Aluminum Trim | • | • | - |
| Dark Brushed Aluminum Trim | AS | AS | • |
| Natural Olive Ash Burl Wood Trim | A | A | - |
| Floating Center Console with Pass-Through Storage | • | • | • |
| Active Sound Control | • | • | • |
| Ambient Cabin Lighting | • | • | • |
| Automatic Dimming Frameless Rearview Mirror | • | • | • |
| Retained Accessory Power for Windows and Moonroof | • | • | • |
| 12-Volt Power Outlets (Front Center Console) | • | • | • |
| Individually Numbered Serial Plate | - | - | • |
| T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec®, A = Advance Package | |||
| EXTERIOR | |||
| Panoramic Roof with Tilt and Slide Function | • | • | • |
| Height-Adjustable Power-Operated Tailgate | • | • | • |
| Height-Adjustable Power-Operated Tailgate with Hands-Free Access | A | A | - |
| Jewel Eye® LED Headlights | • | • | • |
| Chicane LED Daytime Running Lights | • | • | • |
| LED Fog Lights | AS / A | AS / A | • |
| LED-Illuminated Taillights, Brakelights, Side Mirror-Integrated Directional Signals, Rear License and Center High Mount Stop Light | • | • | • |
| Acoustic Glass Windshield | • | • | • |
| Acoustic Front Side Glass | A | A | • |
| Remote-Operated Windows and Moonroof-Open Function | • | • | • |
| Rear Camera Washer | A | A | • |
| Capless Fuel Fill | • | • | • |
| T = Technology Package, AS= A-Spec, A = Advance Package | |||
| COLOR & TRIM | |||
| STANDARD EXTERIOR COLORS | INTERIOR COLORS | ||
| Lunar Silver Metallic (NH-830M) | Ebony | ||
| Gunmetal Metallic (PB-88M) | Ebony | ||
| Modern Steel Metallic (NH-797M) | Ebony, Graystone**, Red* | ||
| Platinum White Pearl (NH-603P) | Ebony, Parchment, Espresso**, Red* | ||
| Fathom Blue Pearl (B-588P) | Ebony, Graystone** | ||
| PREMIUM EXTERIOR COLORS | INTERIOR COLORS | ||
| Majestic Black Pearl (NH-893P) | Ebony, Parchment, Red* | ||
| Canyon Bronze Metallic (YR-632M) | Parchment | ||
| Performance Red Pearl (R-568P) | Parchment, Ebony* | ||
| Apex Blue Pearl (B-621P)* | Ebony*, Red* | ||
| Thermal Orange Pearl (YR-647P)*** | Ebony | ||
| *Requires A-Spec Package, **Requires Technology Package, ***PMC Edition Only | |||
| INTERIOR TRIM | |||
| RDX and RDX with Technology Package | Bright Brushed Aluminum | ||
| RDX A-Spec | Dark Brushed Aluminum | ||
| RDX with Advance Package | Natural Olive Ash Burl Wood | ||
| RDX PMC Edition | Dark Brushed Aluminum | ||