2011 Acura RDX SH-AWD Specs, Technical Data, and Overview
Posted in Acura, Car, RDX SH-AWD on June 17th, 2011 by jess
The 2011 Acura RDX AWD is a compact premium crossover that accommodates up to 5 occupants in a unit-body construction. It is motored by a dynamic Turbocharged 3.7-Liter four-cylinder (I4) engine that pushes out 240-horsepower and 260 lb.ft. of peak torque. To go with the swift acceleration, the Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) that delivers power proportionately and automatically to individual wheels as needed. This model return 17 miles per gallon city and 22 mpg on the highway. Standard safety equipments include side/curtain airbags, front active head restraints, stability and traction control, and anti-lock disc brakes with break assist. Suspension uses all around independent front double-wishbone and rear multi-link, with gas pressurized shocks. The RDX SH-AWD is loaded with the same standard accessories in the FWD model. The Technology package adds high-tech features such as solar sensing automatic climate control, navigation system with real-time traffic and weather, voice command, rearview camera, a larger info screen, and upgraded 10-speaker surround sound system with DVD player.
The 2011 Acura RDX FWD is a 4-door 5-passenger luxury crossover. It’s energetic driving and sporty handling is in part due to its 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The car uses a 5-speed automatic gearbox (with shift paddles) to deliver 240 hp and 260 lb.ft. of torque to the front wheels. It performs a zero to 60 mph spring in a little over 7 seconds. The exterior wears Acura’s large beaky grille, foglamps, dual exhaust pipes, liftgate spoiler, and 18” alloy wheels. Inside, the it’s got a solid cabin with 28 cu.ft. of storage behind the rear seats. The 2011 Acura RDX Base model comes standard with automatic xenon headlights, foglamps, 18” alloy wheels, sunroof, auto dual-zone climate control, tilt/telescoping steering wheel, cruise control, heated mirrors, heated front seats, rear 60/40 split rear seatback, Bluetooth, and seven-speaker stereo with CD/XM/USB capability.