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Acura RDX III (facelift 2021) 2.0 (272 Hp) Automatic
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Acura RDX:
The Acura RDX is a compact luxury crossover SUV produced by Acura since 2006 for the 2007 model year, a luxury vehicle division of Honda, as the second crossover SUV offering from the brand after the mid-size MDX. Since it was introduced, it has shared its platform with the Honda Civic and CR-V.
Originally previewed as the Acura RD-X concept car, the production RDX had its debut at the 2006 New York Auto Show and went on sale on 11 August 2006 for the 2007 model. The facelifted model went on sale in August 2009 for the 2010 model year, which featured the addition of Acura's "power plenum" grille and a front-wheel drive option....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2021) Overview:
Acura RDX (III (facelift 2021)). With 380 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). With a weight of 1718 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (272 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Strong performance identical to the SH-AWD variant, offering brisk acceleration and ample power for daily driving and highway merging.
Fuel Economy
Slightly better fuel economy compared to the SH-AWD model, making it a more economical choice for urban and highway cruising.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and responsive 2.0L K20C4 turbocharged engine
- • Available Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) for superior handling
- • Spacious and well-appointed interior with premium materials
- • Sharp and distinctive exterior styling
- • Generous cargo capacity for an SUV in its class
Cons:
- • Fuel economy, while decent, is not class-leading
- • No hybrid or more fuel-efficient powertrain options available
- • Infotainment system's True Touchpad Interface can be polarizing
- • Ride quality can be firm on sportier trims (e.g., A-Spec)
- • Some competitors offer more luxurious interior finishes
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2019 - 2021).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Acura |
| Model: | RDX |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2021) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (272 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 272 Hp @ 6500 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 136.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 380 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | K20C4 [Same engine] More details about the engine K20C4 |
| Engine displacement: | 1996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VTEC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 5.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | ULEV-50 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.3 kg/Hp, 158.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.5 kg/Nm, 221.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1718 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2260 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 835 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 680 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4760 mm mm [13mm more] |
| Width: | 1900 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Height: | 1669 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2751 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1631 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1643 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 208 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 315 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 310 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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