Acura RDX Model Years and History

The Acura RDX rolls into 2026 with minimal changes.

The Acura RDX gets a refreshed exterior and minor changes to the interior for 2025.

The Acura RDX carries over with minimal changes for 2024.

The Acura RDX carries over with minimal changes for 2023.

The Acura RDX gets a few changes for 2022 including updated styling to the exterior, a new A-Spec Advance Package trim, and updates to technology and driver assistance features.

The Acura RDX carries over with no significant changes for 2021.

The RDX was fully redesigned last year so the 2020 RDX receives no significant changes this year. The mid-sized SUV is one of Acura's most successful vehicles, with sales exceeding 370,000 units over the vehicle's lifetime.

The RDX has been fully redesigned for 2019. The mid-sized SUV is one of Acura's most successful vehicles, with sales exceeding 370,000 units over the vehicle's lifetime. The 2019 RDX is therefore an extremely important vehicle for Acura to get right. In response, Acura have improved their SUV in nearly every way imaginable, from a friendlier interior to better handling to improved fuel economy.

The 2018 Acura RDX has no significant updates, though AcuraWatch is now offered as a standalone option.

After a somewhat comprehensive refresh last year, the Acura RDX returns in 2017 with no new changes, save for a couple of new exterior colors.

The 2016 RDX gets the "Jewel Eye" LED head and taillight setup. Revisions to the standard 3.5L V6 makes it more efficient. Heated seats are added as standard equipment. The Tech package now includes blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic monitoring.

The RDX luxury crossover carries over to 2015 with no significant changes. Prices start at just under $35,000 for the 2015 Acura RDX.

The RDX luxury crossover carries over to 2014 with no significant changes. The only difference is that for 2014, a new Kona Coffee exterior hue replaces Amber Brownstone.

Acura has redesigned the RDX for the 2013 model year. Being a complete redesign, Acura's compact crossover SUV receives a bevy of changes, including new sheetmetal and a switch to V6 power. The interior is likewise redesigned and now features new technologies like Pandora Radio and an SMS text messaging feature. A wider wheelbase, longer track and lower center of gravity combine to give the new RDX improved handling dynamics without compromising the ride, while also providing more interior volume for driver and passengers.

Following a redesign in 2010, the Acura RDX is nearly identical to 2011's model. The small SUV again features bold, angular exterior looks in keeping with the rest of the Acura lineup.

Following a redesign in 2010, the Acura RDX returns largely unchanged for 2011. The small SUV again features bold, angular exterior looks in keeping with the rest of the Acura lineup.

The Acura RDX is redesigned for 2010, and its bold, angular exterior looks are in keeping with the rest of the Acura lineup. Whereas previous RDX models were only available in all-wheel drive, front-wheel drive is now available as the standard system. New standard goodies include automatic headlights and a rearview camera. RDX pricing starts at $32,520.

The Acura RDX, which completely redesigned for 2007, continues virtually unchanged for the 2009 model year. For 2009, the driver seat is now more luxurious and more adjustable. A theft-deterrent system is now standard. A new display with climate control and audio information is now available with the Tech Package. Prices rose in 2009 $500 for the base RDX and $300 for the Tech Package.

The Acura RDX, which was completely new for 2007, receives a few minor changes for 2008. A Bluetooth hands-free system is now standard, along with a two-way driver's seat memory feature and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. The available navigation system now incorporates data for Hawaii, and the real-time traffic function covers 32 new major metropolitan areas. A new Polished Metal Metallic exterior scheme joins the palette of colors.

The five-seat Acura RDX SUV is a brand-new model for 2007, lining up next to the seven-seat MDX. It packs Honda's first turbo motor sold in the U.S, giving it plenty of punch. Its fresh styling and Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) aim to round out Acura's SUV model lineup.