Holy shit! You've gone off the charts with the music and the cinematography this time. Plus, the amount of detail, the engineering explanations and research, and all the hard work put into this video. It shows! We really appreciate what you do man. Your one man operation is better than the entirety of MotorTrend.
Protector of the Republic - have to give it to Savagegeese! Awesome buddy...Motortrend is shit site, sorry to say this not what they were, nowadays can’t even leave a comment or engage in a discussion topic on their review sites...
I ordered a 2019 RDX Elite here in Canada. Elite is missing LED fog light and adaptive dampers that really annoys me, got a good deal though. Base, A-Spec and Platinum Elite trims make sense but not the Elite trim I am getting lol imo.
Thanks for talking about the audio system. NOBODY else ever gives you more than a sentence about this and it's a huge part of the driving experience for a lot of people.
Can't agree more. When you buy a luxury vehicle you expect a great sound system, but the mid level in Mercedes, BMW, Land Rover are just tweeters and muddy bass. You'll have to go many thousands more to get something comparable to the Acura ELS, and audiophiles put it right there amongst the best, next to systems in $100k+ cars. Nothing exudes luxury more than a great sound system, and the RDX already has a great ride, silent cabin and great style
@@chemokineimmu7068 Don't know if you're being serious or not but Dynaudio speakers (bm5a) are damn good and better quality than any components that go into a typical car audio system. The problem is getting the imaging and soundstage right with a home speaker in your trunk. Back in 1977 I strapped a pair of 12" 3-way home audio speakers in the back seat of my Camaro so I can relate to this!
Finally someone understands how good the RDX is. The second gen was a lazy departure from the core of what it was and what it has become. I have a first gen, which I encourage people to drive. It had a SH-AWD system with lateral torque vectoring back in 2007. Obviously its more advanced now and turbo lag was real, but its a sleeper of a fun car to drive and a Subaru WRX killer.
@@chaseteterAcura and Subaru model generations were staggered differently but I have driven friends 07, 08, 13 WRX and my RDX. For 2007 RDX vs 2007 WRX: 100%. The RDX, aside from having a superior AWD in 07, the 2.3 has more HP and torque as well. For 08-13 WRX they upped the power so the edge is to the suby. Acura lost their way with the 2nd gen RDX. What I will say is if you want a Japanese turbo hatchback with torque vectoring AWD and leather with an auto; the RDX is it. And they're pretty cheap now.
I usually never leave comments especially long winded ones but this is a pretty neat story some will appreciate & since Mr. Geese dedicated sometime to it in the review: When I was about 10 years old when the RDX came out they had an exhibit outside a museum near my house. I got to sit in the car and listen to the new sound system. A gentleman explained all of the features and benefits. It was the first time music blew me away. I think we listened to an assortment of Eric Clapton. Fast forward 10 years later I went to a minor league baseball game to watch a new friend pitch. I never met this kids father and sat next to him. After talking for a bit I said, “I know this is a long shot but you didn’t happen to have been at a museum near town about 10 years ago talking about a sound system in an RDX?” Turns out he’s Elliot Scheiner and remembered meeting each other way back then. Super nice and humble guy. You wouldn’t know it for a second he’s this big time music producer. And yes he gets new Acura’s every couple years.
Great story! If you want a great example of his audio engineering skills, try the lead track on the '86 release 'The Way It Is' by Bruce Hornsby & The Range called 'On The Western Skyline'. The detail and snap are amazing. I'd love to hear it on the RDX's system!
Elliot comes to my job every now and then. (I work for an automotive supplier) If you want, I can try to forward your message to him. I think he'd appreciate it!
Here is my favourite goose intro. His first epic intro he uploaded. Crank up the volume and enjoy the first three minutes of the genesis of goose intros. Its got racing action, (b)romance and savagery. It was a sign of things to come! - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-17fo2DT-77U.html (probably NSW)
I must say...your video production values are off the charts, not just your perfect editing, but also the way you blend live with archive video. Well done Sir. BTW, your critical analysis is also so good that I don't have any desire at all to check out other reviews. Again...well done sir. I have been a subscriber of yours for about a year now...and I tell all of my friends to check you out. You need to be successful and satisfied in your work as you are certainly pushing all of my buttons. Thanks.
Proud owner of the Advance trim, white exterior, and black interior. I love it. I disagree about the touchpad. I find it intuitive & I believe was designed as a safety feature. I’m 41 and consider myself tech-savvy. I have no problem using this touchpad then goin to work and using a standard mouse. Either way, still a great review!
EpiCz Izzy Snow , is it worth getting upgrade to Advance from A-Spec just for dampers? I love the A-Spec look but Advance supposed to be quieter and nicer ride.
I keep hearing how complex and daunting the UX is, and I completely disagree. It's just hyperbolic bullshit. I just sat in an RDX at a dealer and had the fundamentals mastered in a short time. It's VERY different, including push button gear changes, but it's not something that should deter buyers. Only people who hate change would be bothered.
It only took me a couple videos. Just the sheer amount of effort put into them and the sense that what he's saying is really what he thinks. I have a lot of admiration for savagegeese.
The most epic car review video ever! For those wondering the title of the piece used in the intro, it's called Immovable as the Mountain by Yi Nantiro.
Never seen this dude’s reviews before, outstanding! The attention to detail, illustrations well placed & flow of info through was great; makes me want an RDX
Just picked up my 2021 Advance yesterday. Dealer never showed me the sliding console. I don’t think he knew. Now I do thanks to you. Touchpad.....easy peasy. Took me about thirty minutes overall. Took your advice and eliminated a lot of never use icons and now have four. Upper right and left. Lower right and left. Keep eyes on the road, slide finger to what corner of pad I want and push. That’s it. Two model years later, I think they’ve improved the paddle downshifting. It uses a lot of quick torque to get you lower fast. Doesn’t seem clunky to me. Wish you drove it in the snow a little bit to show what SHAWD can really do. Great review. Very impressed.
@@harshrajjadhav940 oh my god, i can't believe you just tried to justify your stupid comment. it's a video, dude. it takes basic editing skills; even if you take that from zero, it'd be ready soon thanks to youtube tutorials and whatnot. gooooddddd.... it's so painfully cringy!
We have had our RDX for 2 weeks and the touchpad is both easy to learn and quickly becomes intuitive. Within an hour we were using the pad smoothly without any issues. Great design in my mind.
We appreciate the effort you put into each and every one of these videos. Keep up the amazing work! Would be amazing to see a Straight Goose Pipes meetup in Toronto in the summer.
I have to compliment you on your RDX review. I have owned Acura’s since the mid 80s, starting with two Legends and switching over to MDXs for the next 3 vehicles, with a BMW 330 cig in between. I’ve been watching the RDX for the last two MDXs , but they couldn’t compare with the MDX. Two months ago I bought the new 2019 RDX and have been enjoying it ever since. Your descriptions are spot on, but your technique in delivering the information make it all believable. I’ve probably watched every RDX review that YT has to offer and without a doubt yours is the most accurate and entertaining. Keep up the good work!
Nil P. My RDX is fine, I’m not a big tech nut so I only went with the base model, to me simple is smart. Haven’t had any problems with it and so far after 14,000 miles it still feels nimble and solid. I use the Apple car play a lot especially on longer trips and it works fine! Can’t stand the engine shut down when stopped! They should be outlawed or at least be able to be permanently turned off by the driver!
2019 RDX T.P. FWD, I purchased it 3 months ago and this SUV is the S2000 of Acura. Every aspect of the the vehicle is proper and the power is superb. Drive the RDX without the stop/start and the turbo is always ready to dance. About the paddle shifter, Its a lux SUV not a C8, just keep it in sport mode for daily fun. Finally, for the price it a steal in any trim level. Go for it!
X3 m40i, is the best in class, great value, performance of Porsche Macan Turbo for far less. B58 engine and 8 ZF is the best combo in compact SUV. B58 is very reliable, not a money pit. It sounds like sports car and handles like sports car on stilts. Rwd platform with Xdrive, which is great in snow. Ride is also very comfortable, much better than X3M.
I swear every v4hicle should be tested by Savagegeese,honest no sugar coating,and forget the shop experience,it's like a classroom very concise info,then the driving experience,I wait for this moment,straight shooter,I like what he said about the New Land rover !,just great info.keep up the great work,!🙂👍👍👍👍👍
I imagine the scene with the Acura RDX driving by cherry blossoms and snow at the same time with piping hot springs, epic waterfalls flowing, misty mountains, and a grandiose bridge.
Amazing vid quality and review. I respect what you review because you're not easily won over! One small detail I really enjoyed was the camera on the drivers door right when you were going into the vehicle for Driving Impressions. I even went back and watched that again
Turbowski furloughed. Classic SG! Excellent video on all fronts- as usual. Best cinematography and sound track in the business. Erudite- yet- colloquial, sarcastic humor is just a bonus.
The quality of the video, the amount of info and the unbiased reviews make his Chanel the best on RU-vid, hands down. I bought a G80 sport based on his reviews, after the test drive I just couldn't agree more with him about the car. I'm a subscriber for life
Hands down this is the best review video on Acura RDX I have watched to date. No other reviewer, even the highly rated ones didn’t bother to gather so much details about this car.I already own this vehicle and quite interested in listening a lot of new stuff that I had missed from other review videos. A great deal of thanks to the maker and I have already started watching all other videos from this channel. I was literally blown away when I heard about the comparison between Korean car makers. I think RU-vid should mark this video as the ultimatum for an Acura RDX review.
Man!!! This review has more detail inside than an..X-ray and a CT combined with an MT together!!! No other RDX has been examined so good in the entire youtube and motor world worldwide. Now i must say this Marc! Have you really counted how much time you re spending examining and explaining the electronics in this car? I think that is about more than 30% of the duration which you re talking about the infotainment and the other electronics. Why do i write about that! The electronics have made us to talk about things which you and i and the most of the ppl consider not to be the essential in the drivers world but anyway i would buy this thing blind because beside its ancient and un funktional infotainment system i m impressed by its great engine, great suspension and great 4 wheel drive system and in generally active driving. Great car and i m a Lexus fanboy but most i m impressed once again from this excellent work you have delivered. By the way i want to say something about the trans. Every 10 speed where ever is implemented shows the same characteristics i really have to say the same things about them. Sometime i do wonder why they don t use CVT s in their products would be somehow more efficient and realistic.
CVT's are much less reliable than a traditional torque converter automatic (typically) and disliked by the vast majority of people and well-informed consumers/enthusiasts. Lexus makes their own 10-Speed Automatic, it's used in the LC500 and the new LS500. The infotainment I can say is clunky, but, so is Lexus' approach to car infotainment. Audi's MMI and BMW's i-Drive are some of the best in the business. The RDX is a great buy for the segment and undercuts the competition in price and uppercuts them in driving dynamics.
I always try to leave a comment on this channel because I think this is the premier place to get a car review. Mark is alot more detailed on the technical details and gives so much more useful information then the typical RU-vid reviewer. He truly is top of class and deserves more subscriptions. Thanks Savage for another awesome video.
Your videos are still criminally underviewed. I know not of any other RU-vidrs that put this much passion into their production. Also, what was the song used in the intro?
That intro was epic!!! Awesome capture, lighting, color, cuts and music - had to trow out all my pants and my chair because I soiled all over myself watching that. The whole review is so detailed and has great pacing too. Great quality user experience from your video for me. And still it had little savagegeese moments to break up the professionality once in a while. If you had been the salesman, I would have bought that pile on the spot without asking the price. But we dont get Acura in Germany and there are like 11 Acuras offered used in the whole country.
@@willmitchell8500 There could be a number of reasons: 1. I only had one pair of pants to begin with. 2. I changed and re-watched thus re-soiled or 3. I am this guy - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-q--6wtCPHg8.html
OK Goose... You got me... I was waiting for the shoe to drop the whole time... NOT until the end did I come to the realization that you were being completely serious about everything. I guess I am so use to your more funny satire... As always amazing production quality, and excellent information. I would have never considered the RDX as a contender in future purchases, if it was not for your content. It's funny, I have come to rely on your input and detailed presentation of vehicles... Thanks as always for what you do!
Echoing so many comments about this review. It is extremely well done and balanced. I watched it before and after my purchase, have had the car for 3 days now and it is really, really fun to drive. I did notice the shifting when jumping on it to get on the freeway and also thought is was a bit much, but still wow! My wife, who is not a techie, enjoyed driving the car but said the infotainment center was a turn off and would stay with her Hylander. She gave up on the mouse pad for the reason you stated and was frustrated that it seemed to select options she didn't intend. A cursor is needed. Still, I'm enjoying the car. The cargo area is the right size for me, I like the fact the 2nd-row seats lay down without having to adjust the front seats. The sound system is very good, the Hud is better than the Audi (IMHO) even though my wife turned it off. I didn't expect Acura would make the RDX so much fun to drive, I felt it was neck to neck with the Q5. In Sports +, the car even sounds differently.
I've been watching car reviews on You Yube for quite some time know and I must admit you have some of the Best introductions I've ever seen keep up the good work :-)
Great review! I just bought a 2019 RDX Advance so I've been watching a lot of videos. I can't stand the touchpad on laptops, but this one is wonderful! It took me about a day and now it's second-nature. I don't miss the cursor at all. I used to have a touchscreen in my previous SUV, and I couldn't stand all the fingerprints. Not an issue, yay! I laughed at turning off the screen, that's never something I wanted to do! I love the seats, the huge sunroof, the ventilated seats, the sound system, the visibility, and yes, the dash looks like a cockpit, it's one of the things that sold me. I don't find the USB ports to be in odd spaces at all, and I use that bottom shelf to hold a fold-up umbrella, it's yet to roll off. To each their own -- GREAT review, thanks! 🚘
@@andrelima5124 ...And more tech, classier looks, and a higher quality with far more solidity. The Germans are simply more refined and feel far more luxurious.
Listen, I just started the video, but I paused it... Why, cause I'm going to lunch to waste an hour... Then I'll come back to work and watch this, in all its beauty and my latte will taste even better.
Just got the wife a 2020 loaded with everything. Including heads up display. 4 banger with turbo. But still fast. Awesome inside and out. Handles great. I’m happy I got it. Spendy. But so is the competition
Everybody seems to have forgotten this generation NSX. All these "The last good Acura was *insert old Acura model* is absurd. This RDX and this gen NSX are game changers. Mr Goose please review the new NSX, it would make my year!
Best RDX review on RU-vid. I really appreciate the level of detail you provided. This really helps prospect buyers with all the info they need to make a well-informed buying decision. Thanks a lot!
The RDX has the same problem Acura has had since at least 2014: You can't get the Sport appearance with all the Options. When I was at the dealer looking for a TLX he asked me if I want the A-Spec or Advance and I said 'uh both?' He then showed be 2 cars and it still hadn't dawned on me that you can't get an A-Spec with Advance. Went home, hit up the 'Build my TLX' page and "choosing advance will remove A-Spec". Wait, what? But I want the 15 features that are in the Advance but not the A-Spec. You don't get the remote start, heated steering wheel, wireless charger or a myriad of other options. If I'm buying a luxury car I want both. Fast forward 5 years and I'm looking to replace the car I bought in 2014. Oh the RDX looks nice. Same problem. Maybe it's just me but the Advance model looks extremely like an old-person car. All that chrome looks like a car from the 50's. I'm surprised it doesn't have fins. It's funny that they don't ever sample the cars to journalists without including the $2000 black wheels. Surely they've figured out that some people want any of the following features but to not look like a grandpa: Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers Remote-Linked Power-Operated Tailgate with Hands-Free Access Acoustic Front Side Glass Rear Camera Washer 10.5-Inch Head-Up Display (HUD) Head-Up Warning Surround-View Camera System Nope, they still haven't. Oh well, time to look at (literally every other 'premium' manufacturer) that gives me the option of sport and options.
The best you can do is get the Advance but with the black wheels option. Which is what I would do actually because Id want the wood instead of the carbon fiber and Id want the brown leather seats over red or black. But I hate the normal rims on the Advance I’d only do it if I could option the black rims.
@@AFCompany They have 20 inch optional wheels for the Advance but they are an extra $3200. The original wheels look like shit and ruin the vehicle. I also want the A Spec with the Tech and Advance package but Acura doesn't offer it
Hamer Player ya unfortunately A-spec is like Fsport. Just an appearance package. I find it so weird though that if you want an Advance model it can’t be with A-spec appearance. However they are releasing some Type-S models this year and you can get Type-S and Advance in the same package. But they are gonna be really expensive.
just started watching your video recently. Such high quality of production. I truly enjoyed it. My first one was your evaluation of the pilot. This is the second one. I have both vehicles. Your style and skill in editing are not just informative but truly enjoying to watch. You have convinced me that I have made the good choice to have these two vehicles.
ForTehNguyen but it was pretty cool that time when Honda introduced their first turbo model for North America even before it was only for Japan The first gen RDX was just an amazing machine with a lot of tuning potential I hope that there are a variety of aftermarket parts for the new RDX
Love the review, always love the brutal honesty of all your reviews. My search has narrowed down between this and the CX-5, obviously this is the more expensive but has all the things I want. To hear how great it drives from multiple reviews is great. I enjoyed my test drive, and can't wait to get one.
Coming back to watch this video, looking forward to your review for the 2021 TLX. Just want to say bro, that I think you are the best reviewer in the industry right now. The production is out of this world!!
I’m impressed. The biggest negatives can hopefully be fixed with a refresh or even with reprogramming. The turbo sounds very not-CUV from the outside but is barely audible inside go figure.
The best, most emotive intro I've ever come across, for a car or otherwise. The Asian music along with the cinematography alone would make me buy the car, even though I'm not in the market to buy something like this. The panning driving shot combined with the musical pitch/tone... just wow.
Hands down, this was the most detailed and clearly explains auto review I have ever seen. The flow and use of cinematography is exemplary! I am a loyal (die-hard) Honda/Acura enthusiasts. I’ve owned the Honda Civic, CRV, two MDXs, TLX, 2017 RDX and just purchased the 2019 RDX. The car really has a luxury feel. It feels really good on the road. There is absolutely no similarity to my 2017 RDX. The 2019 is a completely different vehicle. I like the look of the cockpit. I’m not as picky as some folks with regard to the space under the transmission (Which I admit is a bit odd) As much as I like the dash/cockpit, it will take some getting used to. The entertainment system is simply mind boggling and certainly a learning curve! Nevertheless, no buyers remorse with me. I love my new 2919 RDX! And, I will enjoy learning how to get the most out of the advanced technology! I’m an Acura Satisfied Customer!
I own the RDX tech and love the trackpad!! Unlike the touch screens in other cars I can continue to use and keep eyes on the road. With touch screens they don’t allow to use while moving. That’s a huge win in itself.
I also like the trackpad. One thing I do hate about it is the "bloop" sound that happens every time you select something or change channels. Mine is so loud, to the point of annoying. does yours do the same or I wonder if they have a adjustment to lower that sound?
I mean, I have to hand to Honda / Acura honestly with the infotainment standpoint. At least they are using Android and it seems to be pretty quick. It's light years better than the Lexus junk. Coming from an IT guy, I can't wait for the day where some of this junk is open source where people can mod it. I mean, the mfgs can still lock stuff down, but it would be nice to mod a few things yourself. Keeping things simple is best I think. The OTA updates are great, but I have a feeling that after a few years support will just die. My wife can't get anymore updates on her 2015 Lexus RX350, I mean, that's bullshit, the car isn't even that old. Some 1337 hackers need to crack some of this shit! Great video Mark also really liked the opening music!
MrCarGuy20; Oh yeah, I'd much rather have a Lexus over this Acura, I have two, they are great cars and I can deal with their shitty infotainment, but it would be nice if they would step up their game a bit. Toyota doesn't like to change much and they like to stick with what is familiar and what works, so I get it. But I hope that someday they see that people want to mod a bit, or at least do some customizing.
John smith; I'd have to agree with you for the most part. Toyota and Honda make the best products and it shows. I do think Toyota builds a better engine then Honda however, of course I've seen plenty of high mile Honda's in my day too.
Going anywhere else for a car review is pointless. I'm going to buy an Acura MDX and even though this video is about the RDX I still feel that I have enough information, thank you.
ooooh not so fast first gen TSX 😈but this is the best coming from Acura in recent years. Congrats on getting a Honda product after all this time, I can see you had some fun making this.
As a person considering saving myself at least ten grand and buying a pre-owned 2019 RDX here in 2021? This information was perfect. Excellent, in-depth, professionally produced video review. Being a HUGE Panasonic fan (I still have a perfectly functioning, retro cool, Panasonic mega-sized boom box from the 80s) getting all that background information on the sound system - not included in other reviews - was also refreshing and encouraging. As an IT guy and an aging gent, (I’m 57) my take on having the different than the norm infotainment pad interface is a good thing. I think we do ourselves a possible Alzheimer’s-inducing zombie set disservice by always thinking and doing the same way over and over again. (Just a theory...I can’t prove it.) The brain needs diversion and mental elasticity to remain sharp - so thank you Acura for forcing this upon me in a way that’s doable and perhaps delaying my entry into the old folks home a bit more. (Although I agree shortcuts to oft used functions would be a makes sense addition.). I haven’t owned an Acura in decades - I bought a brand new 1987 Integra when they first came out - and I’m ready to reapply for my man card, ditch the Mommy van Sienna, and come home to the performance envelope I remember in my first Acura. Thank you again for your excellent review!
They should hire him as a consultant to review and give feedback before a vehicle is green lighted for production. The cursor thing is spot on. That's something a 25 yr old developer couldn't think of, because they grew up on tablets and smartphones. But the vehicle has to be intuitive to a broad age range, and that would really help the 30-40 somethings who can actually afford it.
I agree. If more car companies took input from real people, we would have better cars. Stop making crap decisions, especially when it doesn't cost any more to make good decisions.
I'd love to see a direct comparison between the RDX and CX5 Turbo... Since you reviewed both within a month of each other, which one is more satisfying to drive?
Great review. I think I might have found my next new vehicle. I'm 70, and the touchpad doesn't scare me one bit. I like a challenge. Keep up the good work!
This is the BEST review I've seen for any vehicle. Pros/Cons & straight talk. Gave me a lot to think about as I shop around for my next vehicle. Some of it (the mechanical) was a bit over my head (I'm not a "car" person) but it was understandable and the points you made wrt how this affects the performance of the vehicle was a welcome addition and one I haven't seen in any of the tens of review videos that I have viewed in order to make a good car buying decision. Nothing cutesy or gimmicky about this review. Thank you.
I think they went with Android 5.0 because it’s old so it has most of its kinks worked out. It’s a car infotainment system, it doesn’t need to fun Facebook and Twitter haha.
