The 2010 RDX is Coming Soon

It's amazing how time flies.  It seems like the RDX just came out and it's already time for the mid-cycle freshening.  As usual, this means revised styling, a host of new features and a new front wheel drive model.

The 2010 RDX features the Acura family grill that is nicely integrated into the front fascia.  Large metallic trimmed faux air ducts house the standard fog lights and the 'blacked out' bumper area forms an aggressive new look.

New for 2010 is the addition of a two wheel drive RDX.  This FWD version enjoys a weight reduction of about 200 pounds and coupled with revised gearing, should gain a couple of miles per gallon over the SH-AWD version.  (exact EPA figures are not available yet)

The 2.3 liter Turbocharged i-VTEC 4 cylinder returns and it is rated for 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. The innovative Variable Flow Turbo (VFT) uses two concentric inlet paths to help the turbine spin up faster to reduce turbo lag.  To insure durability, the VFT uses high strength steel construction with water cooling to protect the vital turbo bearings.

The class leading safety features remain unchanged for 2010.  This includes a high strength steel ACE frame and passive safety features like 6 air bags and active head restraints.  Acura was recently recognized as being the only brand to have all it's vehicles named as a"Top Pick" by the IIHS and NHTSA simultaneously.  This is the first time this has happened in the history of automotive crash testing.

New interior features include a Back Up Camera integrated into the rear view mirror on non-Technology Package RDXs.  The Technology package continues to use the Navigation screen as the camera display but now adds useful guidelines superimposed onto the image.

Other interior upgrades include: USB iPod integration, Bluetooth Audio, ambient footwell lighting, auto-off headlights, For mainland customers, the Tech RDXs now feature AcuraLink Real-Time weather, traffic re-routing and note functionality for XM radio.