QUALITY | 8 out of 10
Expert Quotes:
But overall, the interior is well appointed and premium in look and feel, with the little things such as padding added to the bottom of cubbies to prevent items from rattling against hard plastic.
AutoWeek
With two rows of seating for five passengers, the 2013 RDX allows me — I'm 6-feet-plus — to ride comfortably behind myself. And the headroom is so plentiful, I almost felt like I could ride comfortably sitting on my own shoulders, too.
Kelley Blue Book
The materials used within are a refreshing departure from the last RDX, which was riddled with dark, hard plastics across the instrument and door panels.
Automobile
A wide rear opening allows access to the plentiful 26.1 cu-ft of rear cargo space, which expands to 61.3 cu-ft with the rear seats down.
AutoGuide
Likewise, the cabin feels more expansive despite modest leg-, hip-, and shoulder-room increases in front.
Car and Driver
For 2013, the RDX makes some strides over the previous model in this regard, and some inroads against the competition as well, with a very competitive price. For a given dollar amount, chances are the RDX will be the best-equipped luxury crossover available. But there are some compromises.
The front seats are comfortable and relatively spacious, with enough adjustment to fit both taller and shorter passengers, though the length of the seat bottoms is a bit short for longer-legged drivers. The second row is more cramped, but still suitable for all but those in the six-foot-plus club.
Materials are generally very good, equivalent to Lexus in most regards, and even BMW in many aspects, though plastic plays a more dominant role on the dash, and the fit and finish aren't quite as tight and tidy as the Audi Q5's. The cabin is well-laid-out, too, with cubbies and nooks for storage, ergonomically-placed controls (with the exception of the large central controller for the Acura navigation/infotainment unit on equipped models), and generally well-built, solid-feeling panels in all locations.
Ride quality has improved significantly over the previous RDX, and actually matches or exceeds even the BMW and Audi offerings, blending a smooth, comfortable ride over rougher roads with a capable and confident feeling in sportier moments. Noise, likewise, is very low--whether road, wind, or tire.
Conclusion
Though it's compact in the second row, the 2013 RDX is comfy up front, with competitive cargo room and a quality interior.
