Acura RDX for lease

Acura RDX

The list of changes
At first glance, it is difficult to see that changes have been made to this utility. By cons, just compare it to a 2009 model to realize its external presentation was given up to date to align with other Acura models. Indeed, the famous grille so controversial now appears on the nose of the RDX. I know this proboscis reacted my colleague Marc Lachapelle who can not help but link this to design a bottle opener. Personally, Im a little more positive about this design. But whether you are for or against this aesthetic approach, it is certain that more noticeable the younger brother of the MDX before. Speaking of the latter, we should not conclude that the RDX is derived from the same platform as him. Rather, it is rather a revised and improved version of the Honda CR-V.
Returning to the aesthetic presentation. In addition to the grille, we see that the headlights have been revised to better align precisely with this grille. The front and rear, the bumper and the bumper are new while the outputs of exhaust pipes are now rectangular as is the current trend. Inside, it has also made several changes to increase the level of luxury, offering more storage space and user-friendly controls. In addition, the quality of leather used for the upholstery of the seats is much higher than the previous version. Speaking of leather, note that the flange is covered steering wheel and found an inch bead for the better to grab the steering wheel. It should also add that many orders are placed on the horizontal spokes of the wheel. These controls are easy to access and operation. For that matter, we could also improve the arrangement of buttons and controls for air conditioning and audio system under the display. Its not as complex as the MDX, but enough to make us swear from time to time.

Still on the changes, we revised the suspension components in addition to using the now 18-inch wheels. It has also made technical amendments to the four-cylinder engine of 2.3 liters with a variable flow turbocharger producing 240 horsepower. Engineers used a few tricks to reduce the noise of the engine and make it more flexible to use. Personally, I liked the five-speed automatic transmission has an extra speed to optimize fuel consumption. Unlike the U.S. where there are also a traction this year, Canadas only the version with all-wheel drive SH-AWD is marketed. Given our climate and the smallness of our market was the only logical solution. The downside, however, as to the substance used. Indeed, the turbocharged engine is fed exclusively to the premium fuel. The owners of this model who want to save money by watering with the regular gasoline will discover that the response time of the turbo significantly increases and the performance is dull.

More homogeneous
I do not know if its the psychological effect of the new front grille or the front seat comfort, but I found this vehicle a lot easier to use than the 2009 version. Surprisingly, the accumulation of several minor changes can provide more consistency and more driving pleasure found in a vehicle that seems more or less similar to the previous model. I remember the Mazda CX-9, slightly modified with the use of a larger displacement engine a few months after launching the first version, had become a vehicle much higher. I may be in left field, but I think its the same with the Acura.

It is easy to board due to the average height of the vehicle while the front seats are comfortable while providing lateral support correct. The driver has a good driving position and more to enjoy a drive that is under control. Before him, a trio of circular dials with in the center indicating that the vehicle speed. With their white numbers on black, these dials are easy to navigate. Our tester was equipped with a navigation screen connected to a satellite navigation system that is in the average as well, in fact, that feature ease of consultation. In addition, the rear seat passengers do not complain so much since this seat enables occupants to enjoy a relatively good comfort. However, like most of all modern vehicles, the rear passenger occupying the central appreciate a journey that is as short as possible. The baggage compartment is easily accessible with a relatively low loading sill. By cons, for a completely flat floor when the rear seat flap, you have to tilt the seat forward.
Like any vehicle in this price category, the sound is good. But not necessarily higher than its direct competitors like the Audi Q5, Infiniti EX and of course the BMW X3 which is still very popular. This is due in large part by the presence of a turbocharged four-cylinder engine which, by its mechanical configuration is generally noisier than a V6 or straight six. Nevertheless, the performance of this engine are correct, but remember to keep the modulation of the throttle to the turbocharger does not engage unnecessarily and do so increase fuel consumption. Note that the engagement fastest torque converter automatic transmission and a few small alterations to the electronic engine management enabled this year to reduce some fuel. Its a little less than 1 liter per 100 km, but its always so much gained.

As for the steering, this vehicle offers a decent ride and even a driving pleasure. The direction is clear that assistance is a little too generous for my taste. On the road covered with asphalt, turnover is generally mild and uneventful ride. And if you exceed the limits of physics, electronic driving aids allow you to stay on the road. This is not an all-terrain hard-but it can move without stress on the road to low-adhesion, in the mud and dirt roads in very poor condition. In this regard, it should be noted that the SH-AWD all-wheel drive is one of the most sophisticated that we can find on the market and is effective both in summer and winter. For cons, the suspension knocks a bit much when meeting transverse slots on the road or bumps or lumps.
In conclusion, the sum of small changes of a practical, mechanical and maybe cosmetic Acura allows us to offer a much more homogeneous version of its RDX. It is not perfect, but at least it is more fun to drive while being practical and reliable.