![]() Honda’s HR-V, formerly one of the best very small crossovers, is now a very small compact model for 2023.Īlthough it’s a broad definition, we define “subcompact” as any SUV less than 177 inches long. In calendar year 2023 Toyota will also unveil a hybrid Corolla Cross, a model that was new in 2022. Smaller machines also tend to have lower prices, and subcompact models are the most affordable SUVs on the market.Īs their sales have spiked, so too has the quality and variety of entries in this small class, and 2023 sees the debut of an all-new Kia Niro while aging entries like the Chevy Trax and Ford EcoSport have fallen away. Although the proliferation of hybrids means you don’t have to sacrifice space for mpg as in the same way you did 25 years ago, laws of physics still dictate that less weight and size means less energy expended. It’s also not fitted with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, increasingly common on new cars.SUVs continue to dominate the sales charts, but 2022’s high gas and vehicle prices sent buyers looking for, smaller, cheaper and more fuel-efficient models. Its complicated menus, made even more frustrating thanks to two screens, can take some time to sort through. The infotainment system fitted to Technology and Advance RDXs isn’t among our favorites for a variety of reasons. Loaded up, an RDX Advance costs $44,995, including a mandatory $995 destination charge. AcuraWatch is an option on other models and at $1,300, it’s worth every penny in our eyes.Īll-wheel drive adds a further $1,500 and is available on every RDX iteration. ![]() Go full-boat and you’ll be in for the $43,495 Advance package: ventilated front seats, fog lights, auto-dimming exterior mirrors, remote start, and parking sensors.Īdvance models come standard with AcuraWatch, which is the brand’s trademark for a suite of safety tech: adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, forward collision warnings, lane departure warnings, and active lane control. The $40,495 RDX with the Technology package remedies these complaints with leather upholstery, eight-way power for the passenger’s seat, an upgraded infotainment system with an 8.0-inch display and ELS-branded audio, navigation, and 18-inch alloy wheels. However, their seats are upholstered in synthetic leather instead of the real deal and while the driver’s seat has 10-way power adjustability, the passenger’s is only four-way. Rear seat riders will find a low bench and limited room, but the cargo area is shaped nicely for larger objects.Īt $36,795, base RDXs are fitted with the expected power features and dual-zone automatic climate control, plus some niceties such as a moonroof, a power liftgate, a proximity key with keyless ignition, LED high- and low-beam headlights, a rearview camera, and heated front seats. Those buyers looking for a semi-luxury ride will find that RDX’s interior is spacious and well-packaged, at least for front-seat occupants. Considered as the bridge between mainstream crossovers like the Honda CR-V and true luxury models from German competitors, the RDX begins to make sense. Its interior is busy and not quite as upmarket feeling as some swankier rivals-but, again, there’s that low price. Though the RDX isn’t the sexiest thing on the market-it’s far from it-the crossover’s basic two-box shape wears the brand’s beak nose better than its sedans. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is $1,500 extra for those who need more grip. At 279 horsepower and 252 pound-feet of torque, the V-6 is no slouch and it returns fuel economy figures that aren’t far off of less-powerful turbo-4s. ![]() True, the RDX doesn’t match them in terms of features, style, or refinement, but its value is noteworthy.Īcura bucks the turbo-4 trend by fitting a 3.5-liter, naturally aspirated V-6 to all RDXs. All in, the spendiest RDX still runs under $45,000, which is about where some of its rivals like the BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class start. Today’s RDX is available in three basic flavors-base, Technology, and Advance-with further choices in terms of front- or all-wheel drive and the brand’s AcuraWatch collision avoidance tech. This RDX dates back to the 2013 model year, albeit with a few updates to keep it fresh. ![]() As a result, it's relatively understated among competitors, and a new version is on the way soon.Īccordingly, this semi-luxury crossover scores a 6.7 out of 10 on our scale. ![]() The 2018 Acura RDX is a compact crossover SUV that's an equal blend of value and sophistication. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |