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A Crossover Worth Crossing The Road For: The Acura RDX

July 10th, 2008
by Aidan Busbee

As crossover vehicles become more and more popular, the Acura RDX, a small luxury crossover, available today at Acura of Tempe in the Phoenix area, establishes itself as not only an adventurous SUV but also has moved forward from the rest with some of the most technological features available. The RDX combines it’s highly mechanized architecture and performance capabilities to offer a level of intrigue many crossover makers simply cannot match.

The Acura RDX has an unusually universal appeal. Its high functionality makes it a practical choice. Its sporty look makes it a fun choice. And its luxurious features make it the comfortable choice. It’s the first factory Acura to offer a turbocharged engine; it’s built for great road performance. You definitely get the look of the SUV with great on road handling; which is the purpose of the Crossover vehicle!

The Acura RDX has been compared to the Honda CR-V. There is almost no mechanical similarity and the RDX offers more luxury features, design and higher levels of performance. The RDX features the turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine with 240 hp and 260 lb/ft of torque. This crossover is so beautifully engineered that it rides like a sport sedan. It offers a smooth, thrilling ride and has been known to hit 60 mph from 0 in approximately 6 seconds.

The RDX comes with standard five speed automatic transmission. The RDX also offers Super Handling All Wheel Drive System. This means that the car takes advantage of recent technology capable of distributing power continuously between all 4 wheels on the vehicle. It provides more concise handling and prevents traction loss during wet weather.

The Acura RDX also took advantage of the latest technology when it comes to safety features. Acura’s RDX includes: surrounding airbags, anti lock brake system and electronic brake distribution, vehicle stability assist & advanced compatibility engineering. The thorough safety design is another reason why the Acura RDX is so popular. The mid to older generation is very comfortable with the safety ratings of the vehicle making it the choice for another segment of the crossover market.

Acura also took advantage of a few technological advances for the RDX design not directly related to safety! Drivers will find they appreciate the full display navigation w/real time traffic, voice recognition and Bluetooth. Everyone in the vehicle will appreciate the surround sound, personalized settings, and dual-zone/GPS link temperature controls as well as power windows, locks and moon roof. And that’s not even a complete list of the luxury and comfort design features included in the RDX!

Comparisons have been made to other crossovers in the industry. But the fact of the matter is…the Acura RDX stands alone in the industry. The Acura RDX offers higher levels of performance, better handling, more luxury & comfort. Visit www.AcuraDealerTempe.com today to discover current specials and competitive pricing for the best crossover available.

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