2012 Acura RDX

The 2012 Acura RDX promises to deliver buyer satisfaction in every possible area. This compact crossover combines luxury with sporty performance to provide everything you need in a small and capable SUV.

Under the hood, the 2012 Acura RDX sports an impressive 240 horsepower 2.3 liter four cylinder engine, boosted with the power of Acura's first turbocharger. The five-speed front-wheel drive automatic offers 260 pound feet of torque for exceptional power and handling. Managed torque distribution between all four wheels works to improve the crossover's responsiveness and handling.

When it comes to safety, the 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a number of standard features to keep driver and passengers safe under a variety of circumstances. The RDX has been awarded perfect safety scores in all areas by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, making it a top pick for safety-minded buyers. The sophisticated airbag system includes six airbags, including side curtain airbags that offer coverage for front and outboard rear seats. Sensors included in the advanced inflation system determine the precise time of airbag deployment and the amount of force with which the bags inflate. This ensures driver and passenger safety in front, rear and side impact accidents.

In addition to technological innovations in airbag safety, the 2012 RDX also features safer seats and restraint systems to prevent serious injuries in the event of a crash. Three point belts, active headrests and load-limiting tensioners reduce the likelihood that a passenger will suffer from whiplash or spinal cord trauma. The OPDS, or Occupant Position Detection System, utilizes advanced sensors to determine if a particular passenger is a child or an adult of small stature. If a smaller passenger is detected, airbags will react and deploy as necessary to keep that passenger as safe as possible while reducing the risk of unnecessary injury. The included LATCH system features special anchors for superior security when combined with compatible child safety seats.

Thanks to its sport tuned suspension, the 2012 Acura RDX performs more like a sports sedan than an SUV. Thick stabilizer bars in the rear and front of the vehicle reduce body roll and offer a tighter feel overall. Hydraulic power assist provides exceptionally swift response in steering and general handling. Attractive 18" wheels are backed by front and rear disc brakes for superior stopping power and control. As an improved version of its highly successful peers and predecessors, the 2012 Acura RDX is sure to exceed driver expectations at every turn.