Importing a used Acura RDX from the USA
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Acura RDX
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Import this model from the USA or Canada
Choose a specific vehicle. Where data is available, its detail page shows the import cost calculation. We assess any possible duty benefit with you before purchase.
Important: A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact us before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support through the process. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.
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Acura RDX
Acura is Honda's North American luxury division, and it has no dealer network in Germany at all — which makes every RDX on European roads an import.
- Engine (3rd gen)
- 2.0 L VTEC turbo inline-4 (K20C)
- Power output
- 272 hp
- Torque
- 280 lb-ft (approx. 380 Nm)
- Transmission
- 10-speed automatic
Model profile
Model history and generations
From launch to today
The RDX arrived in 2007. The first generation (2007–2012) was a turbocharged four-cylinder crossover with Acura's SH-AWD.
Powertrain and equipment
Engines, drivetrain and trims
Engines and drivetrain in detail
The third-generation RDX uses a single engine: the 2.0-litre VTEC turbocharged four-cylinder (K20C family), producing 272 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque, mated to a 10-speed automatic.
Trim levels and variants
The RDX is a five-door compact luxury SUV only. US trims run Base, Technology, A-Spec and Advance, with A-Spec adding sportier styling, larger wheels and sport seats, and Advance layering in the full premium package — ELS Studio audio, ventilated seats, surround-view camera and adaptive dampers on later cars.
Vehicle selection
North American market and suitability
Used availability in the USA
The RDX sells in strong volume in the States, so used supply is deep and varied.
When importing makes sense
The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately.
Vehicle data
Technical data by generation and specification
Body and dimensions
| Length | 186.8 in / 4,745 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 74.8 in / 1,900 mm |
| Height | 65.7 in / 1,669 mm |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in / 2,750 mm |
| Curb weight | 3,783–3,977 lb / 1,716–1,804 kg |
| Cargo (rear up / down) | 29.5 / 58.9 cu ft |
Engine and drivetrain
| Engine (3rd gen) | 2.0 L VTEC turbo inline-4 (K20C) |
|---|---|
| Power output | 272 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (approx. 380 Nm) |
| Transmission | 10-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD or SH-AWD |
| Fuel type | Premium unleaded (petrol) |
Model and other data
| 0–60 mph | approx. 6.5 s |
|---|---|
| Build location | East Liberty, Ohio, USA |
| EPA economy | approx. 22 city / 28 hwy mpg |
Values are reproduced verbatim from the existing article table. The documents for the specific vehicle govern.
Pre-purchase review
Model-specific inspection points
Reliability and common problems
The third-generation RDX is generally reliable, drawing on Honda's well-developed 2.0T and 10-speed drivetrain. The most common ownership complaint is not mechanical but the True Touchpad infotainment, which many owners find unintuitive — worth testing thoroughly before you commit. Early 2019 cars saw software updates for the 10-speed's low-speed shift behaviour and for start-stop calibration; confirm these were applied.
Germany and Europe
Differences, adaptation and registration
How US versions differ
US RDX cars use MPH instruments, US lighting with side-marker reflectors and no rear fog lamp, and US-band radio and navigation.
From US purchase to registration
The assessment depends on the specific vehicle and the circumstances of the transaction. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review any possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are considered separately.
TÜV, approval and license plates
Typical modifications are a rear fog lamp, ECE-compliant lighting adaptation, a speedometer that reads in km/h, and a complete emissions and technical file for the individual approval.
USCar Trader services
Inspection, purchase processing and escrow
As a buyer based in Germany, you do not have to inspect the vehicle yourself in the United States or Canada. Within the agreed scope, USCar Trader can coordinate document review, a separately commissioned on-site inspection and purchase processing.
- Vehicle profile and history: The profile can show the VIN, US title status and available history records. No data source guarantees that every earlier event was reported.
- Optional CARFAX report: Additional reported maintenance or service entries can be included. The report is not a complete service book or proof of every interval.
- On-site inspection / USCT AutoCheck: USCar Trader can arrange a separately booked vehicle inspection. Agreed visible and accessible areas are documented. Road or functional tests require suitable access and seller approval; the visual review is not a lift inspection or workshop diagnosis.
- Purchase processing and escrow: After approval, USCar Trader can coordinate seller contact, negotiation, contract and the escrow and import service. Fees, payment route and responsibilities are recorded in advance.
- Recalls: Open safety recalls can be checked by VIN through the NHTSA recall search; they do not describe overall condition.
Covered inspection points are agreed in advance. An on-site inspection records condition at the appointment and is not a guarantee.
Next step: Before commissioning, USCar Trader and the customer agree which document, history, inspection and transaction checks suit the vehicle and are included in the service. This records what was actually checked.
Import process
Import, customs, costs and delivery
Process for the specific listing
The import process for a Acura RDX is planned around the specific listing, location, documents and commissioned service scope.
Questions and answers
Common questions about importing this model
When should USCar Trader be contacted before purchase?
Whether a duty benefit may be available for the specific vehicle is assessed individually. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the case and provide non-binding support through the process.
Does this vehicle automatically qualify for a 0% import-duty rate?
No, not automatically. A 0% EU import-duty rate may be available for a vehicle covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 that has US origin and is imported directly into the EU. CETA may apply to a vehicle with preferential Canadian origin. Whether the requirements are met is assessed for the individual case. Please contact USCar Trader before purchase; we review the possible duty benefit and provide non-binding support. Import VAT and other costs are assessed separately.
Was the RDX ever sold by Acura in Germany?
No. Acura has no German network, so every RDX here is imported.
FWD or SH-AWD?
SH-AWD adds torque-vectoring traction and is the enthusiast's choice for European conditions.
Is the 2.0 turbo reliable?
Yes, broadly. Watch for carbon build-up over time and keep to premium fuel and the service schedule.
What about the infotainment?
The True Touchpad divides opinion. Test it in person before buying.
What mileage is ideal?
2019-2022 cars with 30,000-70,000 miles offer strong value and condition.
How long does import take?
Typically several weeks from purchase to registration, mostly freight and customs time.
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