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The Acura RDX burst on to the Sport Utility Vehicle scene in 2007. Upon its debut, the RDX 5-passenger crossover SUV generated excellent reviews and it continues to garner praise. For 2010 the turbocharged RDX was given a fresh new look, a new drivetrain choice, better fuel economy (2WD), numerous interior and convenience upgrades, as well as a lower base price.

The original RDX concept was initiated in California and then developed in Japan. When first introduced, the RDX debuted precedent-setting engineering features for Acura, including the luxury division’s first turbocharged and intercooled engine.

When it debuted, the RDX was only available in all-wheel-drive. However, 2011 Acura RDX can be ordered in two-wheel-drive form that generates a vehicle weight reduction, improved fuel economy and a lower purchase price. Externally, all 2011 RDX feature striking 18-inch diameter aluminum wheels, bold front and rear bumper fascias, Acura’s signature front grille and satin trim accents.

Powertrain features

• Turbocharged and intercooled 2.3-liter DOHC, 16-valve, inline four cylinder engine
• 240 horsepower at 6,000 rpm
• 260 lb-ft of torque at 4,500 rpm
• i-VTEC® (intelligent Variable Valve Timing and Lift Electronic Control) for intake valves
• Sequential SportShift 5-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters
• Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD™) (available feature)
• Drive-by-Wire™ throttle system
• EPA estimated city/highway/combined fuel economy: 19/24/21 mpg (2WD); 17/22/19 mpg (SH-AWD™)
• EPA TIER 2 – BIN 5 and CARB LEV II ULEV emissions compliance

Body & Chassis features

• Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure
• Unit body structure with extensive use of high-tensile steel
• Independent front suspension with MacPherson struts
• Independent multi-link rear suspension
• Torque-sensing, variable power-assist rack-and-pinion steering
• 18×7.5-inch 10-spoke aluminum wheels
• P235/55R18 99V M+S all-season tires
• 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with traction control
• 1,500-pound tow rating
• Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) low-beam front headlights
• Heated outside mirrors with integrated directional turn indicators and Reverse gear tilt-down function (passenger-side mirror)

INTERIOR features

• Luxurious cockpit designed for performance driving
• Perforated leather-trimmed seats
• Supportive sport-type front seats
• LED backlit gauges with progressive illumination
• Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with fingertip controls
  and racing-inspired paddle shifters
• Multi-Information Display
• Rear view camera with rearview mirror integrated viewing screen
• Power moonroof with tilt, auto-open/close, auto-reverse and key-off operation
• Dual-mode cargo system
• Locking center front console with dual-level storage
• 60/40 split-folding flat-folding rear seating
• 7-speaker Acura Premium Sound System with multi-format 6-disc changer, AM/FM tuner, and XM® Radio
• Driver’s 8-way power seat with power-adjustable lumbar support
• 2-position memory seat
• Heated front seats
• Dual-zone automatic climate control system with air filtration
• Manual tilt and telescoping steering column
• HomeLink®
• USB port (such as for iPhone®, iPod® and USB “memory stick” connectivity)
• AUX input jack (for external music player connectivity)
• Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® connectivity
• Auto-dimming rear view mirror

Optional Technology Package Features

SAFETY & SECURITY features

• Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure
• Impact-absorbing crumple zones (front/rear)
• Dual stage, multiple threshold front airbags (SRS)
• Front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS)
• Side curtain airbags for front and outboard rear seats with rollover sensor
• Active head restraints for front seats
• Adjustable-height 3-point front seatbelts with automatic tensioning system and load limiters
• 3-point seat belts at all three rear seating positions
• Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractors (ALR/ELR) seat belt mechanisms (excluding driver)
• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child-seat mounting system
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with pressure readout
• 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist
• Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with traction control
• Theft-deterrent system with electronic immobilizer

2010-2011 Acura RDX – Hi-res. Images