2010 Acura RDX 2WD: Specifications and Review

The 2010 Acura RDX represents a good value with a sporty ride, turbocharged engine and great fuel economy. It gets an exterior makeover, updated brakes and new interior technology for 2010 Acura RDX 2WD. With most admiring the fact that it drives more like a sports sedan than an SUV, Test drivers thoroughly enjoy the RDX. It is one of the most affordable cars in its class, starting at around $32,620 to $37,720. On top of that, its 19/24 city/highway fuel economy rating is also the highest in its class.

Car Driver writes, “The RDX has always represented strong value, and that’s the case now more than ever, as heavier and pricier entries push the limit on what people will spend for small utes ($50,000-plus for a well-optioned BMW X3 is a stretch, even for the most ardent Bimmerphiles).” But RDX’s new front end carries Acura’s disproportionately large, shield-like grille, which makes reviewers disappoint. The RDX is a great buy for those who can live with its styling.

Four-cylinder Hondas require a swift kick in the pants to keep going with the bulk of their power loaded at the top of the power-band. All-wheel drive is essentially useless to Sunbelt residents. It provides safety net that comes with a cost, straining wallet and gas pedal. The front-drive RDX is more fuel efficient, faster, and less expensive. A rear-view camera, electronic compass, auto-headlights, ambient footwell lighting, USB-connectivity, and Bluetooth with audio capabilities are included in 2010 Acura RDX 2WD.

Slight exterior restyling includes new 18-inch wheels, front and rear lights, exhaust tips, and the grafting of the infamous Acura corporate grille to the nose. The brakes, changing the booster and servo to remove “grabbiness” has been also revised by Acura. Acura’s SH-AWD is impressive through planetary gearsets and electromagnetic clutch packs, it is capable of overdriving the outside rear wheel to create yaw, which reduces understeer. The downside is the approximately 200 pounds it attaches to the curb weight. The fuel economy of RDX rises 2 mpg, up to 19/24 mpg city/highway without it. It is livelier on its MacPherson front and multilink rear suspension also.

Acura RDX Performance & Efficiency Standard Features:

• Turbo compressor
• 2,300 cc 2.3 liters in-line 4 front engine with 86.0 mm bore, 99.0 mm stroke, 8.8 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder
• Premium unleaded fuel 91 and petrol
• Multi-point injection fuel system
• 18.0 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 15.0
• Power: 179 kW , 240 HP SAE @ 6,000 rpm; 260 ft lb , 353 Nm @ 4,500 rpm

2010 Acura RDX Specifications