2015
Acura RDX

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  • FWD 4dr
    Starts at
    $35,095
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr
    Starts at
    $36,495
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Tech Pkg
    Starts at
    $38,795
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Tech Pkg
    Starts at
    $40,195
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Crossover seats five
3.5-liter V-6 engine
Front- or all-wheel drive
Leather standard
Backup camera standard

The good & the bad

The good

V-6 power
Decent gas mileage
Dashboard ergonomics

The bad

Looks like a wagon
Backseat doesn't slide
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Expert 2015 Acura RDX review

our expert's take
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Vehicle Overview

The Acura RDX is a midsize crossover that’s sold in front- or all-wheel-drive form. It seats five and competes with luxury SUVs like the Audi Q5 and BMW X3.
New for 2015
There are no significant changes.

The below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Keyless access
  • Optional xenon high-intensity-discharge headlamps
  • Optional power liftgate

Interior Highlights

  • Leather upholstery, heated front seats
  • Fold-flat backseat
  • Automatic climate control; optional GPS-linked solar-sensing climate control
  • Pandora internet radio compatibility and text-messaging support 
  • Optional ELS Surround premium stereo
  • Optional navigation system

Under the Hood

  • 273-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Six-speed automatic transmission

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Side curtain airbags for both rows of seats
  • Active front head restraints
  • Backup camera

 

2015 Acura RDX review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Acura RDX is a midsize crossover that’s sold in front- or all-wheel-drive form. It seats five and competes with luxury SUVs like the Audi Q5 and BMW X3.
New for 2015
There are no significant changes.

The below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Keyless access
  • Optional xenon high-intensity-discharge headlamps
  • Optional power liftgate

Interior Highlights

  • Leather upholstery, heated front seats
  • Fold-flat backseat
  • Automatic climate control; optional GPS-linked solar-sensing climate control
  • Pandora internet radio compatibility and text-messaging support 
  • Optional ELS Surround premium stereo
  • Optional navigation system

Under the Hood

  • 273-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
  • Front- or all-wheel drive
  • Six-speed automatic transmission

Safety Features

  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
  • Side-impact airbags for the front seats
  • Side curtain airbags for both rows of seats
  • Active front head restraints
  • Backup camera

 

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Safety review

Based on the 2015 Acura RDX base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.4%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
16.4%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years old and newer from their original in-service date, with 80,000 miles or fewer at time of vehicle delivery.
Basic
2 years / 100,000 miles
Dealer certification
182-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

90% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 70 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.6
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By Derek k from White bear lake minnesota
    Owns this car
    April 3, 2023

    Great in bad weather

    Love this car I live in Minnesota and plow snow In the winter.. We recently had a bad snowfall dropping over a foot of hard wet snow. I've never had any issues with unplowed roads and drifts. This vehicle get me there safely ever time..
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Miguel R from San Antonio, TX
    Owns this car
    March 4, 2022

    Runs and drives like NEW!

    With only 74,000 miles in the odometer I can say nothing has ever broken in my RDX. It’s super reliable. Oil changes as cheap at the dealership and the car never complaints. Strong V6 that doesn’t have to deal with the long term reliability issues if the boosted turbos of today. No oil consumption problems. No leaks. No noises. The car still looks and feels like it came out of the lot. Will keep it until I can no longer drive.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Guy from New Jersey
    Owns this car
    May 14, 2021

    Great car

    Nice looking, comfortable interior, strong engine, good shifting, great hatchback that holds a lot. Only real disappointment is the GPS system; it really is ancient and hard to use. Overall the car is reliable and feels like it could drive forever.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Robert from Reno
    Owns this car
    October 30, 2020

    Good handling car.

    GPS is not that easy to use. Space is slightly less than I would like. Reliability so far is good. A little hard to exit vehicle.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Sam from Chicago, IL
    Owns this car
    October 1, 2020

    Most efficient and reliable car I've owned.

    Reform Excellent, great comfort plenty of legroom in the front and the back sits. The ride is perfect and smooth. Gas efficiency for this kind of car 1/23
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Appleroy from Chicago, Illinois
    Owns this car
    August 19, 2020

    most comfortable car to date that I've owned

    This vehicle met all of my expectations in a luxury vehicle. It's got all of the bells and whistles need in a luxury SUV. Great car for loading packages and groceries. It's really fun to drive too.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Ray C from Albrightsville
    Owns this car
    August 13, 2020

    Love this car

    Great looking vehicle inside and out. The performance is fantastic and with the variable valve timing the gas mileage is very good also. Awd gives me the security of driving in bad weather.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By WanderChance45 from Rochester, NY
    Owns this car
    August 1, 2020

    Amazing value--Highly recommend!

    I absolutely love my RDX. It drives beautifully, it's very comfortable, and I got a great deal buying it used (resale is notoriously bad on Acuras). My *only* gripe is with the infotainment system. Acura is known for sucking at them. The Bluetooth is very laggy. I just don't use it. Also the interior fine-kind of basic & simple, but it's a basic luxury SUV. Nothing flashy here. The comfort and quality of the ride completely makes up for this! Plus, the reliability. I bought it at 29k and currently have 65k and have had zero issues except swapping out routine brakes. I couldn't recommend this vehicle enough for people looking for comfort, value and a solid SUV!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Dyorly from Milton, MA
    Owns this car
    June 24, 2020

    One of the best used car, I own for now it 's a go

    This car met all my needs. Is a Acura Technology the version I like. My navigation system, my conform and my stability when I drive it. I really love this car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • By Paul from Converse
    Owns this car
    June 8, 2020

    It gives me a piece of mind.

    This Acura is more than what I expected. It has the power I need . Wish the dealership could upgrade navigation for me. No problems ,easy getting in and out of vehicle.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By BlueRaven from Clermont
    Owns this car
    January 24, 2020

    Great car for travel and 1-2 kids

    Its simple yet tech savvy and a smooth ride. Comfortable and great on gas. Sound system is great. Easy to get in and out of. The only thing is opening the trunk should be easier especially with a hand full of groceries. Otherwise its roomy and lots of space to pack things for moving or transport.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Karol from Chicago
    Owns this car
    January 10, 2020

    Solid small SUV

    Runs fine and handles pretty well. The only downside I can think of is when you let off the gas you expect the car to coast, but the 6 speed automatic transmission will downshift and you can feel the car slowing down, feels like someone lightly applied the breaks even though you didn't.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
    1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2015 Acura RDX?

The 2015 Acura RDX is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • Tech Pkg (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2015 Acura RDX?

The 2015 Acura RDX offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2015 Acura RDX reliable?

The 2015 Acura RDX has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2015 Acura RDX owners.

Is the 2015 Acura RDX a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2015 Acura RDX. 90.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 70 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.8

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