2025 Acura RDX A-Spec: Underpowered or Underrated? Full Review

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Get up to 40% off with my code: BRIANMAKSE at https://partner.ekster.com/BrianMakse Is the 2025 Acura RDX A-Spec with Advance Package the smartest luxury SUV purchase you can make? We spent a week with Acura's refreshed crossover to find out if its blend of performance, features, and value can compete with the European luxury brands costing thousands more. With a turbocharged engine, Super Handling All-Wheel Drive, and premium features, the newly redesigned RDX makes a compelling case as the thinking person's luxury SUV. KEY SPECIFICATIONS: • Engine: 2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder • Horsepower: 272 hp @ 6,500 RPM • Torque: 280 lb-ft @ 1,600-4,500 RPM • Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic • Drivetrain: SH-AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive) • 0-60 MPH: 6.0 seconds • Fuel Economy: 21 city / 26 highway / 23 combined MPG • Cargo Space: 29.5 cu ft (seats up) / 58.9 cu ft (seats down) The 2025 Acura RDX features the brand's new "frameless" Diamond Pentagon grille, updated tech with wide-screen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and improved interior storage. The A-Spec adds sporty visual elements while the Advance Package brings adaptive dampers, premium audio, and ventilated seats. Is it worth the $54k price tag? Watch to find out! 2025 Mini Countryman JCW Is AMAZING In Winter Conditions https://youtu.be/-RvCqMkc5No ——————————————————————— // MY AMAZON STORE with my favorite things for drivers https://www.amazon.com/shop/influencer-4cc174af (this is an affiliate link) /// MERCH Pick up some sweet merch in our store! https://brianmakse.myspreadshop.com /// HELP US OUT Gearheads! We take great pains to make sure this show sounds great, but quality post-production ain't cheap! Donate credits at https://auphonic.com/donate_credits?user=brianmakse to keep our show's motor running. Even small donations help cover editing costs so we can keep bringing you tuned audio that captures the essence of automotive freedom. Help out fellow car nuts spreading the passion for driving - donate to our Auphonic credits today! /// SUBSCRIBE Subscribe NOW to Brian Makse's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=brianmakse /// SOCIAL Instagram: http://Instagram.com/BrianMakse Twitter: http://Twitter.com/BrianMakse Facebook: http://Facebook.com/MakseAttack Spotify: https://sptfy.com/brianmakse Link In My Bio: https://makse.com/linkinbio/ /// MORE About Brian: http://makse.com/about /// WHAT I'M LISTENING TO Real AF With Andy Frisella https://andyfrisella.com/blogs/realaf-podcast Be sure to let us know what you think about this video and smash the subscribe button if you haven’t already! Test vehicles are provided by the respective manufacturers for review purposes, unless otherwise noted, and all opinions are our own. Music © 2025 Russell Soares (russellsoares.com), used with permission, all rights reserved. #AcuraRDX #LuxurySUV #2025RDX #AcuraReview #CarReview #CompactSUV #SHAWD #brianmakse