2018
Acura RDX

Starts at:
$39,700
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Available trims

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  • FWD
    Starts at
    $36,000
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/AcuraWatch Plus
    Starts at
    $37,300
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD
    Starts at
    $37,500
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD w/AcuraWatch Plus
    Starts at
    $38,800
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/Technology Pkg
    Starts at
    $39,700
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/Technology/AcuraWatch Plus Pkg
    Starts at
    $41,000
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD w/Technology Pkg
    Starts at
    $41,200
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD w/Technology/AcuraWatch Plus Pkg
    Starts at
    $42,500
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/Advance Pkg
    Starts at
    $42,700
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD w/Advance Pkg
    Starts at
    $44,200
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Five-seat compact luxury SUV
279-hp V-6 engine standard
Front- or all-wheel drive
LED headlights standard
Automatic emergency braking available

The good & the bad

The good

Edgy styling
V-6 gas mileage
Advanced safety features available
Cargo room

The bad

Bland interior design
Interior materials
Confusing dual-screen multimedia system
Center rear shoulder belt blocks view
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 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

93% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 97 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.7
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.9

Most recent

By basedrum777
Owns this car
June 20, 2024

Terrible terrible technology.

Terrible terrible technology. Have to update your maps by paying them to buy CDs. I have had NUMEROUS times where I will get in the car, start it, put it in reverse, get out of spot and then the backup cam turns on. No iPhone audio, no android auto, no ability to update your car from your phone. Awful.
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 1.0
Performance 3.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.0
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By seadawg2015
Owns this car
May 24, 2024

My third RDX.

My third RDX.Purchased in 2018 Was the last year of the 6 cylinder.My first was 2008 turbo 4 cyl.awd.Great car and peppy.Second was 2013 6 cylinder.Even better than the 4 cyl turbo. Now 6 years into my 2018 rdx I have no regrets.Love the peppiness of the 6 cyl and I'm using Michelin Cross Climate 2's for 2/3 of the year and michelin iceX for winter driving in NH. I know I could get better gas mileage with a hybrid but am unwilling to go to a lesser performing vehicle. I never have dealer service but go to a local mechanic for all maintenance. I love this car! Has 105,000 miles.
  • 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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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Acura RDX?

The 2018 Acura RDX is available in 5 trim levels:

  • (2 styles)
  • w/AcuraWatch Plus (2 styles)
  • w/Advance Pkg (2 styles)
  • w/Technology Pkg (2 styles)
  • w/Technology/AcuraWatch Plus Pkg (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Acura RDX?

The 2018 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 2018 Acura RDX reliable?

The 2018 Acura RDX has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Acura RDX owners.

Is the 2018 Acura RDX a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Acura RDX. 93.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 97 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.9

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