Acura RDX 4WD

20072016 · 10 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
20
Best
22

The Acura RDX 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 10 different configurations spanning model years 2007 through 2016. Over this period, the RDX 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 22 MPG, with an overall average of 20 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2016
22
2015
22
2014
22
2013
22
2012
19
2011
19
2010
19
2009
19
2008
19
2007
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (RDX 4WD) has not been independently rated.

However, official crash test data is available for the base model: Acura RDX AWD.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Acura RDX 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Acura Acura RDX grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
157
Total Deaths
63

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.5%
Fire Occurrence
1.9%
Speeding Involved
16.6%
DUI Involved
13.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

80%
Front
9%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2022
Fatal Crashes29
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2021
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2020
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.36
2019
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2018
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.11
2017
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.27
2016
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.18
2015
Fatal Crashes15
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2014
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.29

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2015
1
2014
1
2013
1
2008
1
2007
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory