2017 Acura RDX: Powerful V6 Performance, Stylish Design, and Luxury Features Await!

The 2017 Acura RDX has a very simple lineup of models: It's offered with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and with or without a Technology Package.

The RDX has proved to be a hot seller for Acura, and for good reason. It's small but refined alternative to mid-size luxury models like the Lexus RX or Cadillac SRX. The RDX's simplified model lineup and rich list of standard features also means that buyers get a well-equipped luxury vehicle that has a lower price tag than many other well-equipped models.

2017 Acura RDX Model changes:

After a somewhat comprehensive refresh last year, the Acura RDX returns in 2017 with no new changes, save for a couple of new exterior colors.

2017 Acura RDX Prices, Reviews and Pictures

Strong, responsive V6 powertrain; capable handling; comfortable interior; flexible, versatile interior layout

All Acura RDX models are powered by a 279-horsepower, 3.5L V6 engine, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. It provides strong, smooth acceleration, while the car-like MacPherson strut front suspension and independent multi-link rear setup are tuned to be comfort-oriented yet firm enough for quick maneuvers and an electric power steering system follows a Motion Adaptive algorithm for a natural feel at low or high speeds.

2017 Acura RDX Prices

2017 Acura RDX All Wheel Drive

$37,070

2017 Acura RDX Front Wheel Drive

$35,570

2017 Acura RDX w/AcuraWatch Plus All Wheel Drive

$38,370

2017 Acura RDX w/AcuraWatch Plus Front Wheel Drive

$36,870

2017 Acura RDX w/Advance Package All Wheel Drive

$43,720

2017 Acura RDX w/Advance Package Front Wheel Drive

$42,220

2017 Acura RDX w/Technology Package All Wheel Drive

$40,770

2017 Acura RDX w/Technology Package Front Wheel Drive

$39,270

2017 Acura RDX w/Technology/AcuraWatch Plus Package All Wheel Drive

$42,070

2017 Acura RDX w/Technology/AcuraWatch Plus Package Front Wheel Drive

$40,570

The 2017 Acura RDX has seating for five, with the contoured leather seats in back offering more comfort than most other compact crossover wagons. The rear seatbacks are split-folding and flip forward with a 'one-touch' activation--to expand the 16.9 cubic feet with the seatback up to 76.9 cubic feet behind the front seats. Up front, there's a large center console, and Acura has included several other smaller cubbies, in the doors and dash. Ride quality is hushed for a vehicle that also aims to those who enjoy driving, but Active Noise Cancellation helps keep the cabin especially quiet.

From a safety standpoint, Acura recently added "Jewel Eye" LED headlights and tail lights, as well as carrying over an advanced stability control system, 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes and six airbags, along with the Honda/Acura Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure that's designed to help absorb energy in crashes with different-sized vehicles.

Heated front power seats, a power moonroof, keyless entry, heated side mirrors, push-button start and a multi-angle rearview camera system are included in all RDX models. The sound system has 360 watts, and it includes Pandora internet radio (with a connected smartphone and data plan), hands-free calling and SMS text messaging.

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Models with the Technology Package add plenty of additional high-tech conveniences, including a navigation system with voice recognition, hard-disk storage, real-time traffic with rerouting features, real-time weather, dual-zone climate control, a power rear tailgate, projector-beam, bi-xenon headlamps, front fog lamps and an Acura/ELS surround-sound system.