Auto loans: 2020 Acura RDX A-Spec in Knobs

Buying the 2020 Acura RDX A-Spec

We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2020 Acura RDX A-Spec for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. Here is what to know about the 2020 Acura RDX A-Spec before buying one.

A buyer's checks

Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.

What the figures tell you

Under the hood: the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo and front-wheel drive. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.

It is rated at 10.0 L/100 km combined; 300 km takes about 30 litres. For 1,000 km, budget about $175 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,400 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Who it is for

It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.

Living with the RDX

An SUV body means more headroom and a taller cargo opening than a car of the same length.

Rent it for a week first

If the RDX is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. Rent the RDX for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.

Choosing the right one

If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices.

The cost of driving it

Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $175 at our price setting. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $17.50 in fuel.

Renting for Knobs

Knobs is about 692 km from Toronto, outside our delivery area. We rent from Toronto only. If your trip to Knobs starts in the Toronto area, rent the car here.

Ready when you are

Send a request to rent the model you are thinking of buying.