2013 Acura RDX

The 2013 Acura RDX, the second generation of Acura's five-passenger crossover SUV, ups the ante with a new approach to achieving both advanced performance and fuel efficiency via a new engine, transmission and all-wheel-drive system. A longer wheelbase, wider track and lower center of gravity provide the foundation for the new RDX's improved handling and ride quality.

Replacing the turbocharged 2.3-liter 4-cylinder used with the previous RDX, the 2013 RDX now has as standard equipment a 3.5-liter V-6 engine that produces 273 horsepower -- 33 more than the outgoing model. For even higher performance and improved fuel economy, the RDX makes use of an all-new 6-speed automatic transmission with a new lock-up torque converter.

The 2013 RDX boasts a sleek and more aerodynamic body, evolving RDX from a sporty, compact SUV to a more formal SUV appearance with a longer, sculpted hood and styling that is more elegant and sophisticated to match the Acura philosophy of timeless, beautiful design.

Inside the 2013 RDX, new sweeping shapes, matte surface trim, and generous use of leather combine to give the RDX interior an upscale look and luxury feel that Acura customers have come to expect. Additional interior features, such as larger door openings, more passenger room, increased cargo volume and an available power rear tailgate make the RDX interior even more accommodating and flexible.

The 2013 RDX receives a host of new technologies including Pandora internet radio interface, SMS text message feature, a Keyless Access System with smart entry and push-button start, and a three view rear camera. New for 2013, an advanced navigation system utilizes a hard disk drive (HDD) with 60 gigabytes of storage capacity.