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Year-by-year archive pages with brochure PDFs, core specs, and links to related models.
This collection contains 28 dealer brochures documenting the Acura RDX from 2010 through 2024. Spanning fifteen years, the archive captures the evolution of this compact luxury SUV across five international markets. Automotive historians, researchers, and enthusiasts will discover original literature tracing the design and technical development of both the standard RDX and the performance-oriented A-Spec variant through successive model generations.
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When the second-generation RDX arrived in 2010, it faced stiff competition from the BMW X3 and Lexus NX—yet Acura's answer felt distinctly different. The turbocharged 2.3-liter engine produced 240 horsepower with a character that rewarded spirited driving, while the SH-AWD system gave it an edge in handling that rivals struggled to match. Buyers saw real substance beneath the l
The 2011 RDX arrived in North American showrooms with a refreshed front end and available Super Handling All-Wheel Drive, a system that actively distributed torque to individual wheels for sharper cornering response. This second-generation model competed directly against the X3 and Q5, drawing buyers who prioritized responsive handling over sheer luxury badges.
By 2013, the RDX lineup offered buyers three trim levels—Base, Technology, and Advance—each configurable with either front-wheel or Acura's signature Super-Handling all-wheel drive. The 3.5-liter V6 delivered 273 horsepower across all variants, while the Technology trim added a dual-screen infotainment setup that set it apart from competitors in the compact luxury crossover fie
When the 2014 RDX arrived at Acura dealers, it faced a sharpening compact-luxury crossover market where the Lexus RX and BMW X3 were setting aggressive pace. This generation's 3.5-liter V6 produced 273 horsepower, enough to keep buyers competitive without the fuel penalty of larger rivals. Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system remained a differentiator, offering torque
By 2015, the RDX faced sharper rivals: the Lexus NX had arrived, the Infiniti QX50 was resurgent, and the BMW X3 dominated the segment's premium expectations. Acura's response was a thoroughly revised second generation, keeping the 273-hp V6 but raising interior ambition and refining the chassis to feel more composed on tighter roads. For buyers weighing sportiness against prac
By 2016, the RDX had carved out its own territory in the Canadian compact luxury crossover market, positioned as the thinking buyer's alternative to the X3 and Q5. With its 3.5-litre V6 producing 286 horsepower, it delivered sufficient punch without the premium fuel penalty competitors demanded. Acura's focus on handling precision and cabin refinement resonated with drivers who
By 2017, the RDX's 3.5-litre naturally aspirated V6 produced 272 horsepower, paired with a revised nine-speed automatic transmission that sharpened response over the previous unit. The second-generation SH-AWD system offered real torque vectoring, distinguishing it from conventional all-wheel-drive competitors in the compact luxury crossover segment. AcuraWatch safety suite arr
By 2018, the second-generation RDX faced stiffer competition from the Lexus NX and BMW X3, prompting Acura's complete redesign. The lineup offered three trim levels—RDX, RDX A-Spec, and RDX Advance—each targeting different buyer priorities from performance enthusiasts to luxury-focused families. All-wheel drive remained standard, while a new turbocharged four-cylinder option ar
By 2019, Acura positioned the RDX as a direct answer to the Lexus NX and BMW X3 crowd—buyers wanting turbocharged midsize luxury without the German price tag. The refreshed front end and updated interior technology signaled a shift toward sportier, more connected compact crossovers. Three trim levels and SH-AWD kept the focus on dynamic handling.
By 2020, the RDX faced stiffening competition from the BMW X3 and Audi Q5, yet Acura's second-generation design offered a distinct proposition: turbocharged punch from a 2.0-litre engine rated at 272 horsepower, paired with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive that rewarded spirited driving. The cabin received a comprehensive refresh with a larger touchscreen and wireless smartphone
By 2021, the RDX had matured into a credible alternative to the German-dominated compact luxury segment. Three trim levels covered the range, each addressing different buyer priorities: technology seekers chose the Platinum package with its expanded connectivity suite, while performance-minded customers waited for the Type-S variant's 360-horsepower turbocharged engine. Acura's
By 2022, the RDX faced stiffening competition from the BMW X3 and Mercedes GLC, yet Acura's turbocharged 2.0-liter engine—good for 272 horsepower—held its own in acceleration tests. The real differentiator was the Super-Handling All-Wheel-Drive system, which gave the RDX an agility rivals struggled to match in tight corners and slippery conditions.
For the 2023 model year, the RDX arrived in Mexico as Acura's answer to an increasingly crowded compact luxury segment. The turbocharged 2.0-litre engine, producing 272 horsepower, paired with the brand's SH-AWD system, gave buyers a credible alternative to the Audi Q5 and Lexus NX. Mexican showrooms emphasized the available Advance Package, which bundled premium audio and semi
Under the hood sat a 3.5-litre V6 delivering 290 horsepower, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission that had proven itself across the previous generation. The 2024 refresh sharpened the RDX's appeal in a segment where buyers weighed it against the Lexus NX and BMW X3—competitors that offered similar power but less integrated technology. Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel D
The 2020 RDX A-Spec arrived with Acura's turbocharged 3.5-litre V6 engine producing 272 horsepower, paired with a Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system that set it apart in a compact luxury segment dominated by German rivals. The A-Spec trim introduced aggressive styling cues—a darkened grille, 19-inch wheels, and sport suspension—while maintaining the refinement expected of pr
By 2021, the RDX A-Spec arrived in China as Acura's answer to compact luxury crossovers dominating the market. Left-hand-drive configuration matched domestic preferences, while the turbocharged 2.0-litre engine delivering 272 horsepower competed directly against established German rivals. The A-Spec trim emphasized sport-tuned suspension and exclusive interior appointments, pos
By 2022, the RDX A-Spec faced intensifying competition from German and Japanese compact luxury crossovers in the Chinese market. Acura responded with a turbocharged 2.0-litre engine producing 272 horsepower, sport-tuned suspension, and an array of driver-assistance systems that matched what buyers expected from rivals at this price point.
The archive contains 28 documents spanning dealer catalogs, brochures, press kits, and factory literature for the RDX. This collection captures marketing materials across multiple model years and regional markets, giving you a comprehensive view of how Acura positioned this model over time.
The collection covers 2010 through 2024, a 15-year span. This means you have access to materials from the original generation through the most recent model updates. The archive documents the RDX's evolution across this entire period with minimal gaps.
Yes. The brochures, catalogs, and factory literature are invaluable for restoration work, understanding original specifications, and researching period-correct details. Dealers and enthusiasts use these materials to verify authenticity, identify trim levels, and source correct components for their vehicles.
The archive includes materials from five distinct markets, reflecting how Acura adapted the RDX for different regions. Each market had unique trim offerings, equipment packages, and marketing approaches that these documents reveal clearly.
The archive page focuses on the documents themselves—their years, markets, and availability for download. The catalog page covers the car's specifications, features, and technical details. Think of the archive as the source material library, while the catalog is the reference guide to the vehicle itself.
The collection includes the standard RDX and the RDX A-Spec variant across the 2010–2024 period. You'll find materials showing how each generation evolved, from early models through the A-Spec performance-oriented trim that arrived in later years.
New documents are added as they become available from our sources and contributor network. Updates happen irregularly rather than on a fixed schedule, but the archive continuously expands to include newly discovered dealer materials, press releases, and factory publications from the RDX's history.