2023 Acura RDX provides worth with included providers

After a serious replace for 2022 that introduced some styling tweaks and enhancements in noise, vibration, and harshness ranges, the Acura RDX enters the 2023 mannequin yr with solely minor updates. These updates include two complimentary providers, albeit for a restricted time period.

One is three years entry to AcuraLink, together with Safety and Distant packages. That is Acura’s connectivity characteristic that allows homeowners to entry the car by way of an app, for instance to verify the car’s standing, search and ship vacation spot particulars with navigation, and with the distant package deal even ship instructions to the car utilizing Amazon Alexa.

The opposite is 2 years or 24,000 miles price (no matter comes first) of the Acura Upkeep Package deal, which is being supplied for the primary time on the RDX. The package deal covers choose upkeep schedules, together with oil and filter modifications, tire rotations, and car inspections.

There’s been no change within the powertrain division, which suggests the 2023 RDX comes as commonplace with a 2.0-liter turbo-4 good for 272 hp. The engine is hooked to 10-speed automated, with drive despatched to the entrance wheels as commonplace. All-wheel drive is accessible.

All RDXs come commonplace with a sport-tuned suspension and 19-inch wheels. Adaptive dampers and 20-inch wheels can be found. For consumers looking for extra efficiency, Acura has indicated that every one of its autos will ultimately provide a sporty Kind S variant, although the RDX is not anticipated to obtain the remedy till a redesigned mannequin arrives.

Within the cabin, premium touches like open-pore wooden trim, Milano leather-based, and 16-way energy adjustable entrance seats are all on provide. Tech options embody Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, in addition to Amazon Alexa, an ambient lighting package deal, a wi-fi charging pad for cell gadgets, and a ten.2-inch infotainment display. A 16-speaker ELS Studio premium audio system can be obtainable.

The 2023 RDX is presently obtainable at dealerships and is priced to begin at $42,545, together with a $1,195 vacation spot cost. Including all-wheel drive requires an additional $2,200.