Used Acura RDX for Sale nearRaleigh, NC

How much does the Acura RDX cost in today's market?

Used Acura RDX prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Acura RDX's current nationwide average price is $27,856, and its lowest point over the past year was $25,462. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Acura RDX a good car?

Yes — the Acura RDX is a strong used pick if you want a compact luxury SUV with comfort, performance, and value working together. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the RDX for its comfortable interior, smooth handling, and strong performance. Spaciousness and overall value also come up often, along with a premium feel that makes the SUV easy to live with day to day.

Expert reviews rate the 2020 and 2021 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs across recent expert-tested years center on fuel economy, rear-seat comfort, and infotainment controls. If you want a used luxury SUV that feels engaging and well equipped, the RDX makes a compelling case.

36.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Acura RDX models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the RDX’s comfort, strong performance, and overall quality as major strengths. The model also earns repeated praise for its smooth driving character and well-rounded ownership experience.

• Owners rate the Acura RDX between 3 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the long-term ownership picture looks reassuring overall, especially if you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and service records.

What should I look for when buying a used Acura RDX?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 77% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: AcuraWatch
• Infotainment: wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Alexa Built-in
• Fuel efficiency: The RDX’s official EPA fuel economy rating is 23 mpg in combined driving, but on our mountainous Southern California driving loop, the Acura averaged 19.3 mpg when driven primarily in Normal mode.

Which Acura RDX trim should I buy?

The 2025 Acura RDX offers these trims:

• Base level of specification: This is the entry point, and you can build from here with package-based upgrades.
• Technology: Adds a navigation system and an Acura/ELS Studio premium sound system.
• A-Spec: Adds a sportier look with gloss black exterior accents and a finned rear diffuser panel.
• Advance: Adds full leather upholstery, and it can be paired with adaptive-damping suspension.
• A-Spec Advance: Combines the sportier A-Spec appearance with Advance equipment, making it the best-value choice if you want the richest feature mix.

What Acura RDX do most buyers choose?

The Acura RDX years with the most listings are 2024, 2023, and 2020.

Higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, mileage, and condition. They also often sit near the sweet spot between newer features and used-car pricing.

What is the Acura RDX's resale value?

Most Acura RDX model years are down year over year, which is good news if you’re shopping used and want to benefit from softer pricing. The newest models show the steepest drops, while older examples generally move down more gradually. A few years have changed only modestly, which suggests stronger value retention in those model years.

The 2015, 2017, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Acura RDX safe?

• 2025: 6/10
• 2023: 7/10
• 2022: 8/10
• 2021: 8/10
• 2020: 9/10
• 2019: 9/10
• 2016: 9/10

AcuraWatch is standard on the 2025 RDX.

For the safest used buy, the 2016, 2019 and 2020 models all post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Acura RDX now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −8.93% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −8.7%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 37.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 37.5%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $36,887. The Acura RDX offers a roomy cabin, strong everyday usability, and a premium feel that makes it easy to live with.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Under the RDX’s hood, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine supplies a robust 272 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque, and the RDX’s official EPA fuel economy rating is 23 mpg in combined driving.
• Tech: The infotainment system offers wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, and Alexa Built-in, and it also offers SiriusXM satellite radio and AcuraLink connected services with access to a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Safety: AcuraWatch is the name of the standard safety features package, and higher trim levels also offer low-speed front and rear braking and a surround-view camera system.
• Starting price: Prices range from $44,700 to $52,450, not including the $1,350 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2024 Acura RDX compare to the 2024 Honda CR-V?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.