2015 Acura RDX Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 -20 City / 27 -28 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
273
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kelly W
Great purchase - can't beat the features!
Very reliable. Wouldn't trade this car for another. Unbeatable features such as review camera. Fan of the sound system as well. Would like to look into newer models with control panel and open sunroof top. I have not had any problems with my model though and are very happy with it
accountCircle Kristin C
Love my Acura! It is the perfect car for moms.
No problems, no breakdowns. Reliable. Very comfortable interior. Good a/c. Good seats. Everything is easy to reach for controls. Good sound quality for music. Plenty of cup holders. I feel safe in this car. Wide trunk. Foldable seats. I do wish there were ac vents in backseat or controls for ac in back.
accountCircle Lauren B
Love this car, perfect for a fam!
Very comfy and drives super nice. I enjoy the sunroof and leather seats. Good size truck and backseat.
accountCircle Joanne J
There’s a cool compartment in the glove box.
Never really had a problem with it to be honest. It is always super reliable. Good car for any season of the year, friends and family love it, good sound system and is comfy to be in for a short or long drive. Gas is good, fills up for a pretty cheap price.
accountCircle Kaitlyn H
It is comfortable to drive.
I like the visibility. It is a good car for short people. I like the space and driving it is very comfortable.
accountCircle Kath D
Easy to drive and good for small family.
Perfect size for my family, easy to drive, has all the basic features such as Bluetooth, gps, cruise control, etc.
accountCircle Helen H
Comfortable ride, sleek vehicle.
Roomy interior for both driver and passengers. Enough cargo space for suitcases for 3-4 people, gardening supplies or yard sale finds. Ride is smooth and gas mileage is satisfactory. A larger gas tank would be nice.
accountCircle Andre W
2015 Acura rdx -- ideal for the highway and off-road.
My Acura rdx very rarely poses any problems beyond ordinary maintenance issues. Its smooth powertrain makes it ideal for highway driving, which is great for me, and for off-road driving when I go camping. The v6 engine is responsive. The interior is beautiful and comfortable. It handles corners well.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Mike wade
Not so good
In first 2500 miles. Battery shorted out... Also brake rotors and calipers and pads are shot.. Honda quietly replaced under a recall.. Chrome trimmed grill assembly peeped... Now transmission is shifting badly.. Can't wait to dump it
accountCircle R. B.
Great until...
Bought a 2015 RDX from Acura dealer in 2018. It looked impeccable and ran great. Until it didn't. This car does not like the cold. One morning, go to start car. It doesn't start. Battery was completely drained. How? Why? Some search online suggested a parasitic drain by handsfree link (Bluetooth). Then alternator failed, battery was shot. 7 months later... Same thing... New alternator seems to be shot. I bought Acura (honda) for reliability. Turns out, not so reliable and worse part is the Bluetooth thing is a know issue which did not get resolved by Acura(honda). Disappointed.
accountCircle Emma R
DVD player, SUV, nice trunk space, more isle space is much needed.
Looking for upgrade. Our family is expanding therefore we are looking to expand to a bigger SUV. Very spacious but we the space is becoming limited with 3 kids. Need more economical car. Like the DVD player for my kids, keeps them entertained on long trips.
accountCircle Joe M
It has a very clean design.
My vehicle is very comfortable and gets me where I need to go, it is not very good for the winter in which it is cold and does not do well in the frozen water known as ice, the ice makes it hard with my vehicle does not have four wheel drive so it is very difficult to deal with but I have learned to drive with it, besides the winter it drives very smooth and I recommend it for new buyers because it is also very reliable besides in the winter.
accountCircle Brigid A
The life in an Acura rdx and a family of 5.
Acura rdx has been reliable; I have never needed any major work done just maintenance such as oil changes, tires rotated. Smooth quiet ride. Feel safe on winter roads. The back seat is too small for 3 children in car seats and boosters. Truck space is limited when traveling with 3 children.
accountCircle Morgan T
My car sucks. It always breaks down. Don't buy it.
I don't like my car. It always needs to go to the shop. I have to spend so much money to fix it. I don't recommend getting my car
accountCircle Vaughn P
Not for beginners: an advanced drivers review.
Very comfortable and reliable. A lot of work put into it to get it where I wanted it to be driving wise. Do not recommend for first time buyers/drivers. Love the pick up and speed of the vehicle. Handles very well but has its hiccups from time to time that require work.
accountCircle Kamiyah P
The vehicle is silver and small, shiny rims and in good health.
It is really nice, I love it, it helps me get where I need to be at all times, so yes I have had a good experience with my car always. I am in love with how long I have had this car and it does not break down at all. This car has lasted awhile, I will definitely get another one.

Acura RDX Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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273 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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Tech Pkg
273 HP 23 MPG 5 Seats
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2015 Acura RDX Owner Reviews

4.56
126 Reviews
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5 stars 63%
4 stars 30%
3 stars 5%
2 stars 2%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Marjorie S on June 25, 2021
Acura rdx beats all other.
Love how it is so quiet but it has power especially on the highway. It has a great sound system. The heat and air conditioning respond quickly to your settings. The radio is powerful and I love Sirius XM radio. The seats are very comfortable and are always at the perfect spot. The car starts every time, very reliable, it is 5 years old now and we’ve replaced the tires and done preventive maintenance but that is it.
accountCircle Joe M on June 20, 2021
It has a very clean design.
My vehicle is very comfortable and gets me where I need to go, it is not very good for the winter in which it is cold and does not do well in the frozen water known as ice, the ice makes it hard with my vehicle does not have four wheel drive so it is very difficult to deal with but I have learned to drive with it, besides the winter it drives very smooth and I recommend it for new buyers because it is also very reliable besides in the winter.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Shahid D.

The pros is that I have great miles on the car and ac and heat works great. My car runs smooth as can be and plus when I paid for it was cheaper than I thought. I also love the side of the car because its soft and smooth.

likeFilled Kathleen S.

Easy to drive, good size, not too large. Leather seats. Tech package. Nice service at the dealer. Feels like a luxury car but at a price that the ordinary person can afford. Makes me feel special. I feel safe in this vehicle.

likeFilled Beverly H.

Ride is smooth. Lots of room and space in the back for moving things. Seats are comfortable and heated with a nice lumbar. Great for trips or just getting around town. Really good tech package and wonderful gas mileage.

likeFilled Mike P.

The rdx is stylish, yet roomie and reliable. While the Acura's small turbocharged engine does not deliver breathtaking acceleration, it is responsive and talkative when prodded. We can look past its erratic brake-pedal feedback and clumsy automatic transmission thanks to sharp steering and other playful driving attributes.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Shahid D.

The cons of my car that I don't like is that it too loud something and I don't like the nose. Also it don't have seat heater because I actually like that.Another thing is gas cost too much to fill up my whole tank.

dislikeFilled Kathleen S.

Expensive gas and oil changes. Insurance a bit more expensive than a more modest car would be. The back up camera is not as clear as I have seen in other cars but that could be because it is a few years old.

dislikeFilled Beverly H.

Simply not enough charging stations. The only one is in the front so passengers in the back cannot charge while still using their phone. The USB is simply for playing an iPod. Cannot play and charge. The charge is extremely slow.

dislikeFilled Mike P.

I am not sure if this is isolated to my vehicle, but when I take my foot off the accelerator pedal, the car has a clunk deceleration. It took some time to get used to, but that has been the biggest con for me.

Ranks #8 Luxury Compact SUV by Owners

The 2015 Acura RDX has an average owner rating of 4.57 out of 5 which ranks it #8 of 17 other Luxury Compact SUVs.

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4.75
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2015 Audi Q5
4.71
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2015 Acura RDX
4.56

Ranks #8 Luxury Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2015 Acura RDX has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #8 of 17 other Luxury Compact SUVs.

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2015 BMW X1
34 MPG
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34 MPG
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2015 Acura RDX
28 MPG

Is The 2015 Acura RDX A Good Car?

Yes. I love this car. It accelerates so we'll. The all-wheel brakes are wonderful and work well in the snow. I feel safe in all weather in this vehicle.
Mishawn D.
It is a great vehicle lots of space the tires allow for it to run smoothly on rough or smooth surface.
R E.
It's an excellent car because it drives smoothly and the engine is perfect. The interior is cool and it has comfy seats.
Emily G.

How Reliable Is The 2015 Acura RDX?

It has not had any problems outside of regular maintenance requirements. I have regular oil changes and have had the brakes replaced, since I bought the car used.
Mishawn D.
No problems yet. Very reliable. 4 doors seats about 6 ppl in the entire car. Tires are made to run smooth on rough or smooth surfaces. Has rear view camera and detections.
R E.
Its has no problems. The car is a great reliable car. Anyone would be happy to own this car. You can drive it for hours
Melissa E.

Is The 2015 Acura RDX A Good Value?

It cost $26,000 used. It is the most expensive car I have ever bought, but it was considerably cheaper than buying a new rdx.
Mishawn D.
$20,000 yes very good value for me and my family but it all depends on how much you make and how much you are willing to spend but yea I think the price is a good value.
R E.
The 2015 Acura rdx cost 30,000 dollars and to me it's a great value. It's a car that you're going to keep for a really long time.
Sarah K.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have a power lift gate installed in my 2015 Acura RDX

Answer: It is possible to install a power liftgate on a 2015 Acura RDX if it did not come with one from the factory. There are kits that are able to retrofit them onto the back of Your vehicle and they can wire into...

How to change battery in a 2015 Acura RDX keyless remote?

Answer: Replacing the battery for the key fob on a 2015 Acura RDX is going to be a very easy task. You'll first need to take out the physical key from the device. In the area next to where the key was You're going to...

What's the 2015 acura rdx key fob battery size?

Answer: The key fob battery size on the 2015 Acura RDX is CR2032. Let's say Your key fob battery is dead and You want to try to replace the battery Yourself. You now know the type of battery You need and luckily, You...

What are some of the 2015 acura rdx transmission problems?

Answer: The 2015 Acura RDX transmission problems are won't shift and shudders. The transmission fluid needs to be replaced every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Along with fluid changes, terrible sounds will come from the...

What are some of the 2015 acura rdx headlight problems?

Answer: Some of the headlight problems with the 2015 Acura RDX include minor things like the lights going out a little bit sooner than expected to faulty wires to that they are very dim. The last one, the lights being...
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Safety & Reliability

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