Acura RDX first generation

Acura RDX first generation
Photo: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration / Wikimedia Commons · Public domain

The Acura RDX first generation (2007–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: TB1, TB2 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,620 mm TC4,590–4,636 mm
Width1,870 mm TC1,869 mm
Height1,660 mm TC1,656 mm
Wheelbase2,650 mm TC2,649 mm
Front track1,580 mm TC–
Rear track1,590 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,790 kg TC1,800 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)793 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,860 L EPA–
Fuel tank–73 L
Performance
Top speed–210 km/h
Torque–340 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

152 complaints for model years 2007–2012. 11 crashes · 3 fires · 9 injuries

  • Airbags 79

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 4 versions of the Acura RDX first generation

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–20122.3 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2010–20122.3 LPetrol5-speed automaticAll-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2007–20092MODE CLKUP2.3 LPetrol5-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2007–2012Sport utility vehicle2.3 LPetrol5-speed automatic11.9–12.7 L/100 km 5-cycle274–292 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.