2022 Acura RDX A-Spec Advance Package - POV Driving Impressions
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ก.ค. 2024
- Substitute Topher gives his take on the new 2022 Acura RDX A-Spec Advance Package
MSRP: From $52,100
Horsepower: 272 hp
Engine: 2.0 L 4-cylinder
MPG: 21 city / 26 highway
Tire size: P255/45R20
Curb weight: 4,080 lbs
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
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Still trying to figure out how the Topher’s acquired the best job in America
its called youtube bro
@@jessicaroberts6701nah bruh. It's more than that. How the hell does he get access to these cars??
I have two SH-AWD vehicles and it really does wonders. The trick is to actually accelerate through a turn and the system makes the car noticeably rotate. Instinct for most people is to brake through a turn which will make any FWD-based car squeal and under steer. I’ve even broken the rear loose/slight oversteer which is impossible in most FWD cars.
I swear Acura just changed their chime like a year ago-
pretty car chimes are all the rage it seems these days
@@maxvillanueva3629 This chime sounds so bad lol
@@mustasheolll2020 Okay
the topher and sub topher both have this calm, professional, and interesting voice that make the videos fantastic!!!
Right!! They sound so much alike
The bob ross of cars 😅
So true. Even the same hand gestures/mannerisms. I’ve always wondered if they’re actually brothers, or some other relation.
@@icculus if u watch Tedward as well, he does the same stuff with same manners too LOL
@@alobaidi1111 ha. I suppose it’s a particular style of review that’s catching on…
I am glad they made an A-Spec Advanced package because I really wanted stuff from Advanced package and A-Spec.
Wish we had that for the TLX too
@@caglioso TLX has been a disappointment ngl
@@jerbsherb4391 I’m a fan of it for the most part, but I know what you mean
It's pretty friggin expensive though.
Enjoyed the review. Great video!
This is the A-Spec Advance package! I’m so glad they added this option. I really hope they expand it to the rest of the line. Also I’m glad they added a digital speedometer option.
The beautiful sculptured interior is probably best in class. Truly eye candy.
Beautiful color and great review!
Awesome video! MDX Type-S next please!
thank you for this review
Acura has really shown us some good vehicles lately~~
The speedometer also displays on a HUD on the lower windshield.
Cool review. Thanks for standing in. I really like the car. The one issue is the touch pad, unfortunately like the Mazda dial, it it a deal breaker. While I would live with it, the Mrs would not. Understandably she just wants simple easy to use control's. Like a touch screen.
Great video! Do you notice a significantly quieter cabin/smoother ride when comparing this to the pre-refreshed aspec model ?
So I’ve lived with the new touch pad interface and while it’s better than what Lexus had, they should have given us the choice of both control and touch screen. Using Apple car play and android auto I rarely get to experience the touch pad in the native Acura system. It’s just disappointing that the Japanese are so stubborn with these things now, when europe has finally realized they should give both input options
Just vote with your wallet. I'd never buy any vehicle that I can't completely remove the touchscreen in.
Is it really the big of a deal? I kinda feel like for 60 year olds+ that struggle with technology then sure it's an issue. But if you're 40 or younger I would assume the true touch tech would be easy peasy to adjust to. I drove the RDX for 2 days as a loaner and it didn't seem to be a biggie.
@@aceofspades6667 I'm 22 and work in IT, I've retrofitted every car I've owned to remove the touchscreen. Physical knobs and buttons will forever be easier, more ergonomic, and just plain better than touchscreen.
Even when touchscreen UI is really well done like in a Tesla, it still just sucks. Cranking a volume knob will always be superior to moving a slider.
The '22 Lexus NX ditches the touchpad / mouse and goes touchscreen-only, along with the new US-designed Lexus Interface infotainment system.
Akio Toyoda said that he had to fight an uphill battle to get rid of the outdated Lexus system(s) and interfaces because TMC, as a whole, is very conservative and tends to stick with decisions no matter how bad they were.
I have a 2021 IS 350 with the touch/track-pad combo, and it's fine most of the time I'd say. Sometimes while I am driving I find the touchpad clumsy and have to resort to the touchscreen. But I rarely use the screen other than setting my music up or getting Google Maps navigation going before I leave. The screen looks really good however.
7:14 I am pretty sure you’re in the new A-spec/Advance package so you’re correct. You can finally combine them.
I know TLX adopted this but didn’t know RDX now had the rear torque bias. Good to know
Topanga canyon, a classic
Agreed. Orange speedo is the best!
Wife's old Nissan had orange lighting inside at night, and now her BMW does as well. I agree, it seems like a gentler, easier to look at color.
Awesome!
Orange gauge cluster would look horrendous. What they need is a digital cluster that you can customize.
That’s a nice looking vehicle both inside and out. The color is beautiful, loud but beautiful. When you say tons of legroom….. How would you then describe the legroom in an A8L or something similar? It looks like it may be better than the X3 as far as rear seat room is concerned. I’m going to check it out but I’m not thinking I’m going to like it. I feel it needs more horsepower or maybe a Type-S mode with more horsepower. You referenced both the X5 & the X3 in your comparison. Which would you say is a closer competitor to this vehicle with respect to size?
"This car is very nice if you want to get away from the Germans." lol, i don't usually find myself having to escape the Germans but it's good to know that this vehicle is one of the top picks for that scenario!
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Hey substitute Topher, did you hear tire noise? Honda is kinda famous for it. Just didn't want to spend all that $$$, and have road noises.
People really don’t like the interior I guess, I sat inside of one and it was really comfortable and I liked it.
I agree. I wish you can change the color of gauge
What color would be your choice ?
@@Ecuador006 if it was multicolor changing like the MDX, that would be awesome. But the white color like in the non aspecs would be just fine. I think red is a little difficult at times with glare situations, you think so?
Are you much taller than regular Topher? Or Acura actually lowered the dash and hood? Based on the camera angle, the view out the front is like mid-engined supercar kind of low.
Did they fix the brakes and rubbery gearbox feel? Our 19 model has been through 2 brake booster firmware updates and full set of brakes under their service bulletin.
Another new chime ???
U need to review the new Z
looks like they changed the chime again
All cars with red gauges seem to have a brightness issue (RDX A-Spec, Camry TRD, etc.)
Damm looks cool. Am going to but one
Do the Santa Cruz
I didn't see you test the stereo.
Imagine how awesome it would be if Acura starts the #savethebuttons movement
That center console looks quite busy and no digital cockpit.
The advanced and new TOTL spec has the digital cockpit the A spec appearance package did not.
It's far cleaner than the glc and x3
Full digital gauges like the MDX is coming for the 4th Gen RDX in 2023/2024
TOPANGA CANYON MY FAVORITE ❤❤😊😊
Wonder why this has a different chime bc it has a high pitch then arrow pitch and it keeps repeating that
Looking at the thumbnail I swear it was the NSX😄
8:00 Those red gauges gotta go, should’ve offered touch screen infotainment in this refresh.
5:25 *up to 70% torque to the rear wheels. NOT 70% rear at all times in sport mode.
Digi gauges and touch screen coming in the 4th Gen RDX in 2023/2024.
what has happened to the hud?
Love this car but absolutely hate the wheels on the A-Spec with Advance Package. The wheels on the regular A-Spec are much sportier and better looking. Not sure about the alcantara inserts, either. I'd prefer just some nice leather seats.
This is the bluest blue I've ever seen.
Jaguar Fpace Casieum blue is very blue as well.
I like it. Kinda reminds me of Lexus's Ultrasonic Blue Mica.
I like that Acura's still using real buttons for climate controla whereas other brands like Mercedes, Lexus, JLR, and Porsche are changing to less ergonomical capacitive/touchsceen controls. #savethebuttons
If Acura used the same or similar gauge cluster design they do with the Advanced, it'd be in my garage right now. They lost me with the all red gauges, especially given how they look at night.
A simple touch screen really opens up the center console area. The steering wheel is the only part of the design I like on the whole front dash area ! Cars from the 90's and up to the mid 2000's had better suspension over pot holes. Cars are just built very cheap now days !
Yeah not a fan of the gauges. Prefer Acura's older design. I love VWs older color scheme. The red/orange color is definitely nice at night!
I love the gauges! especially at night- reminds me of the old rsx. But to each their own.
@@caglioso At night, they're definitely cool. But at least on video, I have a hard time reading them. Maybe they're better in person.
@@lukeheffernan during the day in person they still look cool with the metallic vibe, but for sure not the same as at night when they really shine.
You can get the advanced or tech package which have traditional guages. red is only on the a-spec package.
why they dont change the cluster to the same digital cluster used on New MDX?
Coming for next Gen
I’m not sure how I feel about the new chime
I liked the 2019 chime better
Driving is so tiring 😬 my body feels stiff and broken after Driving for work
@TheTopher How would you compare A-spec Advanced RDX vs Genesis GV70 2.5T in terms of driving, quality, fun, quietness, impression, sound quality or anything that comes to mind?
IMO I think the handling, SH-AWD, and powertrain are going to be superior in the RDX. Whereas the exterior and interior looks and quality are going to be superior in the GV70 2.5T.
The RDX is superior to the GV70 2.5t in terms of driving dynamics, fun factor and induction noise, but the Gv70 2.5t has better tech and is a bit more quiet and more luxurious. The GV70 3.5t is superior to any RDX available right now.
@@aceofspades6667 Thanks!
@@drivescene6747 Thanks. When you speak of induction noise on the RDX are you speaking of engine noise insulation?
@@mato2126 yeah, the RDX makes a better sound.
40 mph and the tires are squealing on turn that don't sit well with me. 🙄
Is adaptive suspension worth the cost? I have 21 and was considering upgrade - goofy arcade orange gauges and poor gas mileage my main complaints
More sound deadening does it means its even more porkier now
hey acura you need to copy infotaiment system from hyundai sonata or Genesis,, com one
Hate those "tongue" Acura center consoles
Lol, I kinda see it
Ah stop complaining…it’s a beautiful car for a entry level luxury car
looks like a lexus rx50 at the back
Acura really needs to stop using red on silver dials. It looks cheap and is difficult as hell to see in bright light.
The touchpad is so great and intuitive he couldn't even show us switching between apps, turning on and off Spotify and switching back to the maps. the only thing he successfully did is swipe up and down on the little side screen. I repeat again - the XP of this thing is shit. Yes it maps 1 to 1 to the pad on the Acura OS but it's NOT the XP you get when you use Apple CarPlay.
Looked like a smooth ride. Nothing jumped out as awesome though.
U don't seem to abuse the cars as much
has no one gotten the damn MDX TYPE S???
A couple reviews of that car are already out (without driving impressions)
Apparently, it keeps getting pushed back. I would say late January/early February.
missed talking about the hud.
the only thing I cared about and you missed it.
Is that the Aspec? The wheels are from the new 22' Aspec-Advance trim.
"S" transmission mode makes no difference if you're already in sport dynamic mode. It's just a shortcut to the Sport-mode transmission logic *in other dynamic modes.* As far as the upshift response to the paddles, it depends on g-force, and the transmission will ignore an upshift request in a hard cornering situation where the momentary "shift shock" might upset the chassis.
S makes a difference, transmission seems to hang on to gears longer
@@ssaini5028 I haven't noticed any difference in our 2019 Advance *when you're already in sport dynamic mode.*
it definitely makes a difference. opens up for more throttle response at lower rpms. much better 0 to 60 performance. not by much but it definitely helps
The “S” on the gear selector makes the transmission more responsive and holds gears longer to keep it in the power band. The drive mode selector mainly focuses on the suspension and steering feel.
@@drivescene6747 Sport+ in our '19 makes the same changes as "S" transmission mode. It holds gears longer, downshifts earlier, and refuses to upshift until you're out of a corner.
Don’t like the new wheels.
The Acura naysayers are so tiresome now. Acura is making some great cars now. Beautiful design.
I really can’t understand defending that interior design.
@@alh06 Whatever.
@@michaelp.3485 I’m in the same boat. The naysayers can hate all they want, Acura keeps selling a crap ton of their SUVs, they literally can’t make them fast enough for consumers. The TLX and ILX (even though it’s outdated) are also good sellers in their respective segments.
@@alh06 What wrong with the interior design, it functions and is comfortable af, also has a nice feel.
@@mustasheolll2020 It's not that functional though. The drive mode select takes up logical space for other commands and it lacks a touchscreen. Also the interior isn't super roomy, and definitely lacks quality lower down. I still can appreciate the car while noting its faults, not ratting on it
Way better than Lexus
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Hey
The new Lexus NX doesn't have a touchpad at all. It has a 14 inch, touchscreen and, for about the same price as this RDX, you can have it (along with more horsepower, and much more torque).
More horsepower and more torque but still not quicker than the RDX. Numerous magazines have proven this.
@@drivescene6747 i test drove both and the RDX was noticeablely slower. I don't know what those magizines "proved" but they're often wrong.
You can more of a front grille too!
An Acura RDX A-Spec with Goodyear Assurance tires?? Thats a big L for a premium sport crossover. Could’ve at least put on some better tires for a “sporty” car
A-Spec with 2.0L 4 cylinder. Honda stop chasing EPA ranks. That system is broken from roots.
idk abt this suv.. too much technology. I'm not sure if this vehicle will last long.
I test drove a RDX recently, handles just like a gocart. However, the ac vents didn’t aim down low enough on my body so I had to pass 😔
Oh no,that's awful😱😱😱
It's always fascinating to know that we pass on cars for the smallest thing that can be fixed lol
lol that’s why you passed?
maybe take the windshield off, so everytime you drive it you will be blown away😂😅
@@caglioso No, ultimately I couldn’t get a good deal compared to the TLX.
center console is so bad
Change your title lmao. It's the Apec-Advanced not just the regular A-Spec
bruh whats wrong w the quality
Those red gauges are out of a 2003 rsx! At 50k you are starting in MDX pricing. Nice vehicle but the infotainment function has to go and the styling reminds me of a Nissan's Murano
Not impressed I have the 2019 rdx a spec red black interior and I LOVE it I don't like this new tweaked look I think mine is sooooo much sleek and sexier 🤩
so many buttons. it looks really. cluttered
The interior looks outdated without a digital gauge cluster. Why cant they just put the one from the new mdx?
Analog gauges can still look nice, but this one already looks outdated with the red lighting and weird brushed-steel finish...
@@ARentz07 I thought it would age decently too, but yeah unfortunately it didn’t. Doesn’t make it a bad car tho, just more traditional.
Idk the center stack just looks Fugly
2022 and no touch screen. Stupid design lol
Thats one ugly center dash. Very dated.
I think it looks excellent but opinions I guess.
@@mustasheolll2020 I think the main reason why I hate it is piano black is a bitch to keep clean and that center cutout is way to distracting.
I have to say this 2012 "Hyundai fluid" interior like design is kinda dated now in 2022. Things got much simpler and much cleaner.
Honestly wouldn't mind to see the view. Permission to turn your head
This RDX is too stiff for a crossover with mediocre steering. Also the interior layout just looks weird. I don’t see any reason to get this over the Germans or Lexus.
I wish the interior wasn't so ugly
"Literally 99% wont see this but, Who ever sees this have a good day and stay safe" ❤️.
Have a cookie 🍪.
those tyres are Garbage. if you get this vehicle dont get the same tyres.
nah this car ass lmao
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The base model is where it’s at.