2020 Acura RDX: FULL REVIEW + DRIVE | Acura Hits a Home Run! 

I bought one of these guys a few months ago...let me tell you, this RDX is awesome!!! I chuckle at all the silly things the different reviewers complain about! The big knob in the centre is great! I love to "dial it up" when I'm ready to blast off! I feel like i'm in a jet fighter! Out of all the SUV's we test drove, this is the only one my wife went crazy over, and she has never had ANY interest in cars! We got the pearl black with the red seats and everyone that comes for a ride freaks out in it! We Friggin' love it!!!!

Very helpful! Just bought a certified preowned and I'm loving it ❤❤❤

I leased the 2019 RDX Tech Pkg end of March 2019 and I have to tell you, I absolutely LOVE this vehicle. I've had "zero" problems with this vehicle. It's possible that earlier buyers of this vehicle (no changes between 2019 & 2020 except additional color and slight price uptick) were guinea pigs for the new technology until the bugs were worked out; remember, the 2019 came out July, 2018. Anyhow, wow, what a vehicle. I traded in a 2016 TLX Tech Pkg for this beauty and just love it. I swore years ago I'd NEVER buy a 4-cylinder again. Well, just test-drive this SUV cross-over and you'll agree it is really peppy.....much more peppy that my 2016 6-cylinder. Put it into SPORT + mode (which I do when on freeway sometimes) & it feels even more sporty. New info system, GREAT. Took me a whopping 48 hours to get it down pat. Yes, no Android Auto yet; bummer. But, believe it or not, the NAV system is so great, that when Android Auto is available, I'm not positive I'll ever use AA as you'll have to attach a cord to do so and with the present NAV system being so great, maybe I'll not want to do use AA. The touch screen in my 2016 always had messy finger prints on it; ugh. I can't comment on AWD. I live in Southern California and several dealers told me that I didn't need AWD unless I frequently drove to the mountains......which I don't. But, some reviewers that have AWD say that they love that feature. AWD gives you a spare tire too which other modes do not have unless you get it as an option. The interior is just beautiful. I LOVE not having the gear-shift handle like my 2016 TLX. One person commented on the round dial that changes driving modes, e.g. SPORT MODE vs. COMFORT mode, etc. Who cares? Really folks, we're splitting hairs here. It is one extra dial on the center console.

You’re absolutely right about the wheels on the base being much nicer than on the advanced model. I own a 2021 advanced model and think that it should have come with brushed aluminum wheels, power folding mirrors with rear climate controls at a nearly 50k price point. Not optioning the AWD is the equivalent of buying the car with three wheels. The AWD is truly awesome. I’ve consistently gotten 28 mpg on long highway trips using cruise control.

My first used Aruca SUV!! Good video bro.

You damn right it’s a home run! Best value in class

Four years ago today, Still one of best SUV's.

Your car reviews are hands down the best available. Thanks for these and thank you for consistently doing a great job.

acura has been killing it lately and so has car confections ;)

I’ve had mine since Black Friday. I’m still amazed by how this drives and features. Today I learned it alerts u when a cop shoots radar at u. It’s just the little things that just keep u saying “Wow”

I test drove the new edge ST the Acura RDX blows it away by miles I tried SH-AWD on some nice roads blew me away felt like a sports car. Great job Acura/Honda 👍🏻

I have a 2019 Acura with the tech package in silver with the espresso leather seats, rides really nice, seats are very comfortable. I am really enjoying it.

Excellent review. My only complaint is that giant center dial is a complete waste of real estate. How often we do keep changing the driving dynamics on a daily basis? That dial could have been used as an alternative to the touchpad input for the infotainment screen. The driving dynamics can be moved to a smaller dial somewhere else.

Bought one a few months ago. The technology package, Pearl White with tan leather interior. it’s awesome. Didn’t go with the Advance Package, I have a 2017 Nissan Murano sl, Never used the 4 wheel drive nor heated seats in in the Bay Area of Cali. Walked out the door for $38.585.00 and had the rubber mats thrown in... took 10 minutes learning the touch pad. Love it... 👍🏻

Just got my wife one of these ... she is so excited she is vibrating.. has like 25 miles on it.. after a few days.... I watched you guys so see if i can figure out some of the bells & whistles I most likely will never drive it but i am tempted to after watching your video thank you

The styling is Beautiful wish the back turn signals were LED since this is Honda premium brand .

Acura makes really reliable vehicles, we get them here in Trinidad as used vehicles and they usually last more than a decade.

I love your videos...you hit on every point slowly and purposefully. I wish you’d do a video on the A-SPEC model. Maybe not a full 25 plus minute one but a shorter one on the looks and differences. I feel like more people will end up getting the A-SPEC because of the look of it. I’d love to hear your commentary on how you think it looks and if the couple extra features you get in the advanced is worth it more than the looks of the A-SPEC or if the tech package which is 3000 cheaper is worth it over the looks of the A-SPEC. I just bought a 2020 A-SPEC in black with red interior and I had these same questions when I was at the dealership but I went with look over everything else because it really does make the car appear completely different...thank you for all you do and all your hard work...keep the videos coming

the base model is 100% worth it. the lane keep assist and the cruise control is sooo good. i always find myself using the cruise control in traffic since it is able to accelerate and brake

Awesome car, only negative is that it does not come with power folding mirrors (which is surprising for a luxury car)

1:56 did the dealership really put their name as a badge on the left of the RDX???!? God, I hate when dealerships do this.. It's so tacky, i wouldn't take delivery of the car unless they took that shite off

Great review car confections!! I am the dying breed that still prefers coupes or fastbacks over SUV's or crossovers but give me android auto (hopefully update comes soon) in this RDX and she will have all things and power I need to consider the switch. Fun fact from my research: 2019/2020 RDX has same smooth athletic fun to drive 10 speed transmission (detuned Civic type R) as 2018/2019 Honda Accord 2.0T but RDX is tuned for a bit more power over the Accord as shown: POWER Accord: 252 hp @ 6,500 RPM RDX: 272 hp @ 6,500 RPM TORQUE Accord: 273 lb-ft @ 1,500 RPM RDX: 280 lb-ft @ 1,600 RPM Zippy fun whichever package this transmission comes in!!! 😎😍

This was so helpful! Thank you, I needed this detailed orientation

Great presentation, I’m interested either in a 2019 or 20 Technology package

It’s like the luxury brands can’t make a good rear end acura makes a beautiful front end but the rear end never seems to match the design language same with Mazda and Cadillac

Can’t wait for Type S

Hi Drew and Mason 😄, such a sexy crossover especially the exterior color you two reviewed, reppin' wildcat nation. I never figured Lexington, KY to have rough roads. Mason, I'm so with yoi on the panamoric moonroof, I was in awe. Between the moonroof, front fascia, and key fob, those three really made the review for me. Anyhow this review was truly everything Drew and Mason. Thank you.

I love your reviews. Always so detailed and informative. Great job!

Finnaly, an Acura that doesnt look like a more advanced Honda. Great work guys.

I wish it came with multicolor ambient lighting and a touchscreen other than that its perfect

Another great production thanks. I was hoping you could possibly review the Genesis g70 someday would greatly appreciate

Great review! Bought this exact model and picking it up this weekend!

Great way to easily learn all the features of my RDX that I just purchased. Thank you!

No remote start as standard equipment? Also. I wish they offered the A Spec rims and tires for the Advance trim package.

Already know from Redline Review’s vid that this is Acura’s best overall vehicle in the lineup if you’re gonna exclude the NSX. But I’m gonna give you guys this watch time 😎😎

Howdy, awesome video as always!😸😻😸

This car is an absolute steal! In Canada, its nearly the same price as a fully loaded CR-V, but you get way more with the Acura, its very strange. I think once you get over the weird Acura Touch thing this is THE best deal for a small SUV.

We just did a 2nd test drive in the 2020 RDX Advance model, and had to eliminate it for the following reasons: 1 - If one of the drivers is 5'4" or less, then do not expect to be able to use the arm rest as the side bolster blocks their arm. Sliding the arm rest forward does nothing to help that and covers the rear-most cup holder so only ONE of you can use the cup holder. 2- You can disable the auto stop/start, but if you leave it enabled, then expect a large CLUNK that feels like someone rear-ended your car when you start from a dead stop. 3- We did not like the center stack controls as a simple gear-shift would be better IMO, and eliminate the huge knob/dial. 4- I think it might can use REGULAR gas, but I think it recommends at least 91 octane. Beautiful SUV exterior and interior, very easy to drive, but simply does not fit my family. I thought we had found the right SUV, but we continue our search. I give Acura a C+, but I want B+ or better, and the RDX failed to make the cut.

A great value for a well balanced and nicely proportioned SUV, but that center console stack looks like it has controls from a boom box I had in the 90s. Btw...the 4K video looks fantastic!

I like the Acura brand and in fact have owned 4 Acura and 1 Honda and I think it’s a good brand but some of the comments here made me think that either Acura made or paid people to write them.

I’m thinking about ü RDX 2020 ... wish 🤗

I love the 2020 Acura RDX! It’s very sexy and nice with a good price lol! I love the Electron a shifter

Excellent review guys.

Who else hates fake dealership emblems?

The best review, very detailed, especially every single trim 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

Is the infotainment system review for this ever going to come out? This is the one system I really wanted to see you guys go over and you never did :(

I really enjoyed your review. I had just come from my local Acura dealer, didn't really know much about them. I'm very interested in the RDX after seeing your review. Thank you.

great review. very informative. will be purchasing a rdx tech sh awd today. thanks

Acura has done very good job

Can’t wait to get my new Rdx

The front exterior looks beautiful

Excellent review! Thanks

Frontal looks awesome

Ooooo I now like Acura!! Because the RDX is still the best😍😍😆😆 (great review)

Can’t wait for the 2022 mid-generation refresh to come out! That’s when I will bite! It will be my very first CUV!

Buen video lo explicaste bien todo me encanto este video

Acura is back!!

I'd get the advance trim but I'd swap the wheels for these

I see more of this now in the street than Lexus here in NJ.

I wish it had a gear shifter instead of a knob. I would buy one if it had the gear shifter.

Wish this came with a small 6 instead of a turbo 4.

Acura fwd...good or bad??

I have a 2014 RDX and I have driven the new model. All the "warnings/alarms" that they have now are annoying and compared to the 6 cylinder the turbo is lacking in acceleration.

You showed us that it has a lower trunk storage compartment, but does it have a spare tire?

Hello... do you feel a small jerk whenever the gear changes? I have the 2019 rdx and i am able to notice a minor jerk whenever the gears change..... do you feel the same?

Lol the reason why I’m watching this video is because Momo(Are Grandmother because people up north call there moms moms grandma lol). My momo was looking at this particular trim because she’s looking to buy and Acura RDX very nice review I’m going to tell her do she like this color combination because it is gorgeous even those wheels look better than the Advance trim I believe.

they were working on android auto on last years model & still we promise you an update

The MDX could really learn a thing or two from this. The interior and exterior are a lot more modern. Also it uses the fantastic 10 speed instead of the choppy ZF 9 speed

Surprisingly they don't have 12v outlet in the cargo area

Does the screen go down and up? We just got one Saturday and we’re still trying to figure everything out. Thanks again!

how does the back seat feel? as someone whose almost 6'1 my nissan rogue makes me feel a little cramped when i get in the back seat.

Love my Aspec but I'm upset that there's still no Android Auto and no wireless charging pad

IN the beginning of the video, the daytime running light is flashing like a police cruiser. How do you do that? I just got a 2020 RDX and need to figure out how to do that. Appreciate any tips.

Video starts and ends at 1:01 to 1:05

I only buy 6 cyl. these days.

It’s only the tail light shape I don’t like

I love Toyota Lexus

EVERYBODY LISTEN UP! Everybody get the advance trim and get the aspec wheels

WHERE ARE THE POWER FOLDING SIDE MIRRORS? and HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO REPLACE SIDE MIRROR WHEN DAMAGED BIKE bikes in all the new bike lanes?

Nice looking, good value for your money, put off a little by the enormous "A" brand symbol in the front grill.

V6 S-Type please!! When?

Hi I’m looking for a car which can save gas the most. Could you recommend me which model? Thanks

Great vehicle. Its a shame Consumer Reports gave it a below average reliability ranking. All the previous rdx have average reliability rating.

152nd view, 15th like and 8 comment!! I the rear end and this vehicle in particular.

This RDX Tech is about $10k more than a CR-V EX-L, Subaru Forester Limited or Rav4 XLE. It seems to be worth the $10k more but is it a better car?

Any difference between 2019 and 2020 models other than the step up in price?

No wireless charger, the tech in this car is behind ☹️

Has anyone experience break squeaking on a cold start? Seems like a common issue. I have the RDX 2020 and the squeaking is so ANNOYING. Started around the 1K mile mark. Took it into the dealer twice and they weren't able to get rid of the noise. Said if enough customers complain that Acura may issue a recall or a way to fix it. Ugh.

Can you please review the bmw x4 please

What kind of sunglasses are you wearing? They looks good.

Can you do a vid with the insight EX

It looks the same as the 2019 model

Why did they get rid of the tune dial smh

What’s the different between 2019 and 2020?

can you guys please review the new 2020 ford explorer when it comes to dealers

I m so close to buy this rdx . Could u please let me know do I need premium gas or regular gas?? Although I heard from different resources they have recommenced premium only . But u said it can take either premium or regular. If I use regular gas would I compromise on anything like performance or longevity of this car ???? Please and thanks ...

I heard problems with infotainment system and stilll no Android auto. Is that stilll true

Remove start requires a paid subscription???????? Next thing you know these dealers will require a monthly sub. to drive the car. That's the difference between renting and owning folks. These dealers are gonna try and destroy private ownership

Hi, can i have the price?

Do the side mirrors fold in when you lock the car?