The Acura RDX is one SUV that actually tricks you into thinking you're driving a sports sedan, a refreshing departure from other SUVs that can't even get the "sports" part right. Acura's first-ever turbocharged engine provided more than enough power to bring the RDX briskly up to speed with little to no turbo lag. And, combined with the SH-AWD system, the RDX handled corners at speeds many SUVs would dare not venture, all with the composure of a proper sports sedan. Steering was direct and balanced while body roll was almost nonexistent thanks to the performance-tuned suspension. Ride quality felt compliant and not overly stiff. Everything just feels right in the RDX. It puts the BMW X3 to shame.

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