2021 Acura RDX Base

The 2021 RDX is Acura's compact luxury SUV, slotting between the smaller CDX and the larger MDX. It competes with the Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Lexus NX, offering a strong value with a long list of standard equipment. The RDX handles with a composed, planted feel, and its turbo engine pulls eagerly from low revs. Inside, the cabin is roomy and well-built, with comfortable seats and a generous cargo area, though the touchpad controller takes some getting used to. Standard tech includes a 10.2-inch display, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the AcuraWatch suite of safety features. Its 2.0L I4 makes 272 horsepower and pairs with a ten-speed automatic, and the all-wheel drive gives you confident traction in rain or snow. With 23 mpg combined, it's the most fuel-efficient way into an RDX, and the standard 10.2-inch display keeps the cabin feeling modern.