Everything You Need to Know Before Buying a New 2026 Acura RDX near Paradise, NV

Key Features of the 2026 Acura RDX

272-HP VTEC® Turbo Engine

The RDX’s 2.0L VTEC® Turbo delivers 272 horsepower through a responsive 10-speed automatic, giving you smooth, decisive acceleration across city streets and open highways alike. The turbocharged punch is complemented by finely tuned throttle mapping that feels predictable and natural in every mode. Dual-pinion, variable ratio electric power steering keeps inputs precise, and the iBooster braking system provides firm pedal feel and reassuring stopping power. With a max towing capacity of 1500 lbs., the RDX is ready for bikes, small trailers, or a light camper when adventure calls. It’s an engine and chassis pairing that turns routine drives into moments of engagement without sacrificing composure.

Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®)

Available SH-AWD® is the dynamic advantage Acura is known for. Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ can actively route power not just front to rear but side to side, sharpening cornering performance and stability. The result is confidence you can feel — from tight on-ramps to sudden rain — as the system helps the RDX pivot into a line and stay planted through the exit. Pair SH-AWD® with Sport mode for more aggressive torque vectoring and increased steering feedback, or rely on its subtle interventions in Normal and Comfort for set-it-and-forget-it control. In Snow mode, SH-AWD® optimizes traction for slick surfaces, helping keep your plans moving when winter surprises arrive in the high desert.

Integrated Dynamics System

With four distinct modes, the Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) lets you fine-tune the personality of your RDX. Comfort softens the engine note and lightens steering for relaxed cruising. Normal balances ride, throttle response, and steering for everyday livability. Snow adjusts power delivery to help maintain traction and composure. Sport tightens steering, enhances engine sound, and, when equipped, increases torque vectoring with SH-AWD® for a more athletic feel. Add the available Adaptive Damper System to tailor ride control further — it continuously responds to road inputs, helping the RDX feel settled over patchy pavement and composed in quick transitions. It’s an easy, meaningful way to match the RDX to your day.

Panoramic Moonroof

Every 2026 RDX includes a Panoramic Moonroof that amplifies the cabin’s sense of space without sacrificing quiet refinement. The insulated glass and thoughtful sealing preserve the calm of the interior even at highway speeds, while the broad expanse of sky adds light and a premium ambiance. Open it for fresh air on cool evenings, close the shade for midday sun, and give every passenger a front-row view of the Nevada landscape. Combined with premium materials — available Milano leather, brushed aluminum trim, open-pore wood accents, and Ultrasuede™ options in A-Spec® — the moonroof underscores the RDX’s crafted, athletic aesthetic.

AcuraWatch™ Safety and Driver-Assist

AcuraWatch™ brings a comprehensive set of technologies to every RDX, enhancing awareness and adding a smart layer of assistance. Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) can alert and apply brake pressure to help avoid or reduce frontal impact severity. Road Departure Mitigation helps detect and correct unintentional lane or roadway departures. Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow eases congestion by maintaining distance and can bring the vehicle to a stop when traffic halts. Lane Keeping Assist System helps center your RDX in detected lanes. Additional available technologies, including a Multiview Camera and Low Speed Braking Control, expand visibility and low-speed confidence — invaluable in crowded parking lots or tight urban spaces.