What is it?
The RDX is a new compact luxury sport-utility that's smaller than the midsized Acura MDX. The five-seat RDX is well stocked with mechanical and electronic features, including the first turbocharged engine to be offered by Acura. This 2.3-liter four-cylinder produces 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The standard five-speed automatic transmission can be controlled via steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. The RDX will feature the first SUV application of the all-wheel-drive system that Acura introduced on the RL luxury sedan. Other technologies shared with the RL include a voice-controlled navigation system, a hands-free telephone interface, and DVD audio system.
What is new or notable?
The RDX is based on Honda's next-generation SUV platform, which will be shared with future Honda products.
When will it be on sale?
Summer 2006, as a 2007 model.
