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Like the name (RDX) suggests, the fresh new 2010 Acura RDX offers owners a Really Dreamy (ownership) eXperience. An attractive, edgy new exterior design wraps up a fast, fun, luxurious package built on excellent engineering—all for the lowest entry price in the luxury crossover segment.
The 2010 Acura RDX is powered by a 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder motor which produces 240-horsepower, and is mated to a five-speed automatic transmission with manual shift. This is the only luxury crossover to use a four-cylinder motor, and at 19 mpg the RDX offers the highest city mileage rating in its class, when equipped with two-wheel drive. When equipped with Acura’s Super Handling AWD system, the fuel mileage drops to the low end of the crossover segment, but the fun factor goes way up. Acura’s AWD system adjusts the distribution of power to the wheels to actually improve the handling in corners for maximum smiles-per-gallon.
On the outside, the 2010 RDX receives the large Acura-family grille, while on the inside the RDX boasts several standard luxury features like heated front seats, moonroof and a rear view camera just to name a few. Rear leg room in the RDX is best in class, and overall occupant room is competitive. Navigation and satellite communications on a revised eight-inch screen allow you to set an appointment with your dealership and get real time traffic updates and are available in the optional Technology Package.
Safety is always a priority at Acura, and the 2010 RDX reaps the benefits of this engineering attention with 5-star crash test ratings for front and side impact. The 2010 Acura RDX comes equipped with dual front and front side impact airbags, plus front and rear row head airbags. Antilock brakes with brake assist come standard. Traction control and vehicle stability control also come standard on the RDX, so you can drive with confidence knowing your RDX will do everything possible to keep you from losing control during foul weather conditions and accident avoidance maneuvers.
With a host of standard luxury features and Acura’s Super Handling AWD, all occupants are sure to travel in great comfort in the affordable 2010 Acura RDX luxury crossover.