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2013 Acura RDX MPG & fuel economy

The 2013 Acura RDX is a small SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway) on premium gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 22 to 23 MPG. That's up 2 MPG from the 2012 model. Among 54 small SUVs rated for 2013, it ranks 41st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,576 a year to fuel.

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Combined 23 MPG 20 MPG city · 28 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,576 15,000 mi/yr · $17.17 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2013 #41 of 54 Small SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2013 Acura RDX's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City208.511.8
Highway2811.98.4
Combined239.810.2

How it ranks among 2013 Small SUVs

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  1. 1Toyota RAV4 EV76 MPGe $1,188
  2. 2BYD e663 MPGe $1,458
  3. 3Mazda CX-529 MPG $1,603
  4. 4Subaru Crosstrek28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Buick Encore28 MPG $1,661
  6. 41Acura RDX23 MPG $2,576
  7. 54Infiniti FX5016 MPG $3,703
2013 RDXOther small SUVsClass median: $2,085/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

RDX MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
RDX 2WD		 Gas 20 MPG 28 MPG 23 MPG — $2,576
AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
RDX 4WD		 Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,693

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gasoline
Engine / motor
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
387 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2013 Acura RDX vs. rivals

vs Audi Q5 23 MPG · $2,576/yr Same fuel cost vs BMW X3 24 MPG · $2,469/yr X3 saves $107/yr vs Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class 21 MPG · $2,821/yr RDX saves $245/yr vs Infiniti JX35 21 MPG · $2,821/yr RDX saves $245/yr vs Audi Q5 Hybrid 26 MPG · $2,279/yr Q5 Hybrid saves $297/yr vs Land Rover LR2 20 MPG · $2,962/yr RDX saves $386/yr vs Infiniti FX37 19 MPG · $3,118/yr RDX saves $542/yr vs Infiniti FX50 16 MPG · $3,703/yr RDX saves $1,127/yr vs Audi A3 24 MPG · $2,469/yr A3 saves $107/yr vs Audi Allroad 22 MPG · $2,693/yr RDX saves $117/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2013 Acura RDX?

Up to 23 MPG combined (20 city / 28 highway); ratings range from 22 to 23 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2013 Acura RDX use?

Premium gasoline (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2013 Acura RDX?

The 2013 Acura RDX's fuel average is 9.8 km/L (10.2 L/100 km), or 23 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 11.9 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2013 Acura RDX per year?

About $2,576 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.95/gal premium gas, or $17.17 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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