2013 Acura RDX

Official release from www.acuranews.com:

Five vehicles in Acura’s current Line-Up have garnered an IIHS 2012 TOP SAFETY PICK rating

05/21/2012 – TORRANCE, Calif.

The all-new 2013 Acura RDX has received the highest possible safety rating of TOP SAFETY PICK from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The IIHS award recognizes vehicles that do the best job of protecting vehicle occupants involved in front, side and rear crashes, plus rollover performance based on ratings in the Institute’s tests.

The all-new 2013 RDX, along with the 2012 TL, MDX, and TSX sedan and Sport Wagon, have all earned IIHS 2012 TOP SAFETY PICK ratings and the highest possible score of GOOD in all four Institute tests, including the rigorous roof-strength test.

For 2013, a revised 4-wheel disc brake system on the RDX teams with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) and Brake Assist to further enhance safety and greater driver control. To meet the federal government’s new standard (FMVSS 216) for roof crush resistance, the RDX body incorporates several new structural enhancements in the roof and side pillar areas.

All models in the current Acura line up utilize the Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure. ACE is an exclusive body design that enhances occupant protection and crash compatibility in frontal crashes. The ACE design utilizes a network of connected structural elements to distribute crash energy more evenly throughout the front of the vehicle. This enhanced frontal crash energy management helps to reduce the forces transferred to the passenger compartment.

Standard safety equipment on all Acura models includes Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with traction control, ABS, dual-stage/multiple-threshold front airbags, front-side airbags with passenger side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), side curtain airbags for all outboard seating positions, front seats with integrated active head restraints, front seatbelts with automatic tensioning system and load limiters, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and Daytime Running Lights (DRL).

Acura’s “Safety Through Innovation” initiative is based on the brand’s commitment to leadership in safety— and excellent safety is a paramount element in every new vehicle that Acura builds. The initiative’s goal is for all Acura models to provide a high level of safety regardless of size or price of the vehicle.

[Source: Acura]

Acura Canada's 2013 RDX

The great outdoors, there’s nothing like experiencing Mother Nature’s playground. Canadians know they have one of the best backyards on the planet to play in, and they like to take full advantage of its diverse offerings.

Acura Canada’s latest commercial shows that the all-new 2013 RDX could just be the perfect companion for your outdoor adventure. See the video clip below.

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Gulliver and the 2013 Acura RDX

Acura’s newest set of television ads have a modern day Gulliver held captive by the tiny inhabitants of Liliput. In their attempts to keep Gulliver to stay, they entice him with a luxurious “chariot” that proves to be sized just right for his everyday needs.

See Gulliver and the 2013 Acura RDX in two-part commercial below.

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Acura Avengers Commercial - 2013 RDX

The 2013 Acura RDX blazes its way through a city under siege in a new tie-in commercial with Marvel’s The Avengers.

Acura first made an appearance as a vehicle of S.H.I.E.L.D. at the end credits of Iron Man 2 and had extended its campaign with scenes in Marvel’s THOR and Captain America. The 2012 Acura TL had its own feature commercial with an encounter with The Destroyer seen here.

The Avengers starring Robert Downey, Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner and Samuel L. Jackson is set to hit theatres May 4th, 2012.

See the 2013 Acura RDX heat up the screen in the commercial below and visit shieldops.com for Acura’s S.H.I.E.L.D. microsite.

[Source: Acura via YouTube]

2013 Acura RDX on Acura.com

As of April 2nd, the all-new 2013 Acura RDX is now on sale and has been officially added to acura.com.

Head over to acura.com now to see all the photos, videos and details on the 2013 Acura RDX.

[Source: Acura]

Driving Sports TV 2013 Acura RDX Review

 Driving Sports TV presents the first video review of 2013 Acura RDX.

“Ryan travels to the American Southwest to test the 2013 Acura RDX. This new model is significantly different than the outgoing model (from our 2011 Winter Special): the Turbo 4 has been changed out with a V6, ground clearance has been increased and the ride has been improved significantly. As equipped, the RDX we tested with Tech Package and AWD costs around $40,000.” – Driving Sports TV

See the Driving Sports TV video review below.

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2013 Acura RDX

Official images of the all-new 2013 Acura RDX.

[Source: Acura]

2013 Acura RDX First Drive Review

Here’s one of the first video reviews of the all-new 2013 Acura RDX in motion from The Fast Lane Car. Actual driving impressions of the vehicle are embargoed until the end of the month, but you can still see it in action and take a peek at some of its new features.

[Source: The Fast Lane Car via YouTube]