Acura RDX 2013-2018 3.5L Engine Specifications
Detailed technical guide for the 3.5L V6 engine in the 2013-2018 Acura RDX. Includes performance specs, maintenance tips, and diagnostic information for mechanics and enthusiasts.
3.5L Engine Specifications Overview Specifications
This document provides a comprehensive overview of the 3.5L engine specifications for the 2013-2018 Acura RDX. It includes detailed information about engine performance, technical features, fuel efficiency, and maintenance requirements. Use this guide to understand the key aspects of the engine and to find specific details quickly.
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Key Specifications
Horsepower
273 HP @ 6,200 rpm
Torque
251 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
Displacement
3.5L (3,471 cc)
Fuel Capacity
16.0 gallons
Combined MPG (FWD)
23 MPG
Available Specifications
Engine Overview
This section provides general information about the 3.5L engine, including its type, displacement, and fuel system. It serves as a foundation for understanding the engine's capabilities and design.
Engine Overview
This section provides general information about the 3.5L engine, including its type, displacement, and fuel system. It serves as a foundation for understanding the engine's capabilities and design.
Engine Type and Displacement
- 3.5L V6 engine
- Aluminum-alloy block and cylinder heads
- Single overhead camshaft (SOHC) with 24 valves
- Displacement: 3,471 cc
- Bore and stroke: 89mm x 93mm
Fuel System and Injection
- Multi-point fuel injection system
- Direct ignition system
- Fuel type: Premium unleaded gasoline (91 octane or higher)
- Fuel tank capacity: 16.0 gallons (60.6 liters)
Performance Specifications
This section details the engine's performance capabilities, including horsepower, torque, and transmission details. It highlights the engine's power delivery and efficiency.
Performance Specifications
This section details the engine's performance capabilities, including horsepower, torque, and transmission details. It highlights the engine's power delivery and efficiency.
Horsepower and Torque
- Peak horsepower: 273 HP @ 6,200 rpm
- Peak torque: 251 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
- Redline: 6,800 rpm
- Compression ratio: 11.0:1
Transmission and Drivetrain
- 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters
- Sequential SportShift with manual shift mode
- Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) available
- Front-wheel drive (FWD) standard
Fuel Efficiency
This section provides information on the engine's fuel efficiency ratings, including EPA estimates for both city and highway driving.
Fuel Efficiency
This section provides information on the engine's fuel efficiency ratings, including EPA estimates for both city and highway driving.
EPA Fuel Economy Ratings
- Front-wheel drive (FWD): 20 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, 23 mpg combined
- All-wheel drive (AWD): 19 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, 22 mpg combined
- Estimated annual fuel cost: $2,000 - $2,150
- Fuel efficiency optimized with Variable Cylinder Management (VCM)
Maintenance and Service
This section outlines recommended maintenance intervals and service requirements to ensure optimal engine performance and longevity.
Maintenance and Service
This section outlines recommended maintenance intervals and service requirements to ensure optimal engine performance and longevity.
Maintenance Schedule
- Oil change interval: Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles
- Tire rotation: Every 7,500 miles
- Spark plug replacement: Every 90,000 miles
- Timing belt replacement: Typically at 105,000 miles
- Recommended maintenance schedule available in owner's manual
Technical Features
This section highlights advanced technical features of the 3.5L engine, including technologies that enhance performance and efficiency.
Technical Features
This section highlights advanced technical features of the 3.5L engine, including technologies that enhance performance and efficiency.
Engine Technologies
- Variable Valve Timing (VTEC)
- Variable Cylinder Management (VCM)
- Hill start assist
- Eco Assist system
- Grade logic control
Emissions and Compliance
This section provides information on the engine's emissions standards and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Emissions and Compliance
This section provides information on the engine's emissions standards and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Emissions Standards
- Meets ULEV-2 (Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle) standards
- Emissions warranty: 8 years/80,000 miles
- Catalytic converter warranty: 8 years/80,000 miles
- Compliant with EPA Tier 2 Bin 5 standards
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Engine Specifications
Overview
- Type
- V6
- Configuration
- 60-degree V6
- Engine-Family
- J35
- Platform
- Honda Odyssey
- Material
- Aluminum alloy
- Location
- Transverse
Dimensions
- Displacement
- 3.5 liters (3471 cc)
- Bore
- 3.5 in (89 mm)
- Stroke
- 3.66 in (93 mm)
- Length
- 18.03 in (458 mm)
- Width
- 18.03 in (458 mm)
- Height
- 28.03 in (711 mm)
- Dry-Weight
- 404 lbs (183 kg)
- Oil-Capacity
- 4.5 quarts (4.3 liters)
Materials
- Engine-Block
- High-strength aluminum alloy
- Cylinder-Heads
- Aluminum alloy
- Crankshaft
- Forged steel
- Connecting-Rods
- Forged aluminum alloy
- Timing-Chain
- Steel with composite tensioner
Features
- Fuel-System
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- Multi-point fuel injection
- Direct fuel injection
- Electronic fuel injection system
- Valvetrain
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- Dual overhead camshafts (DOHC)
- Variable valve timing (VTEC)
- 4 valves per cylinder
- Engine-Management
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- Drive-by-wire throttle
- Electronic ignition
- Knock sensor system
- Cooling-System
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- Water-cooled
- Dual radiator fans
- Coolant temperature sensor
- Emissions-Control
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- Catalytic converter
- EGR system
- Air-fuel ratio sensor
- Sound-Engineering
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- Acoustic engine cover
- Sound-dampening materials
- Active noise cancellation
- Performance
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- Horsepower: 273 HP @ 6200 rpm
- Torque: 251 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
- Redline: 6500 rpm
Safety Features
- Airbags
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- Dual-stage driver and passenger airbags
- Side curtain airbags
- Side airbags
- Electronic-Stability-Control
- Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
- Anti-Lock-Braking
- Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)
- Traction-Control
- Traction Control System (TCS)
Comfort Features
- Noise-Reduction
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- Acoustic windshield
- Sound-insulating glass
- Thermal windshield
- Climate-Control
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- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Air quality sensor
- Humidity control
- infotainment
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- 7-inch touchscreen display
- Bluetooth connectivity
- USB ports
- Seating
-
- Heated front seats
- Power-adjustable driver seat
- Leather-trimmed interior
- Ride-Comfort
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- MacPherson strut front suspension
- Multi-link rear suspension
- Adaptive dampers
Accessories
- Engine-Accessories
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- Engine cover
- Dress-up bolts
- Performance air filter
- Exterior-Accessories
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- Chrome exhaust finisher
- Side steps
- Roof rails
- interior-Accessories
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- Cargo mat
- Floor mats
- Trunk organizer
Maintenance
- Service-interval
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- Oil change: every 5,000 to 7,500 miles
- Tire rotation: every 5,000 to 7,500 miles
- Brake inspection: every 12,000 miles
- Spark plug replacement: every 30,000 miles
- Timing belt replacement: every 105,000 miles
- Coolant replacement: every 30,000 miles
- Maintenance-Notes
- Follow recommended maintenance schedule for optimal performance and longevity.
Warranty
- Basic-Warranty
- Miles: 36,000 milesYears: 3 yearsCoverage: Bumper-to-bumper
- Powertrain-Warranty
- Miles: 60,000 milesYears: 5 yearsCoverage: Engine, transmission, and transaxle
- Emissions-Warranty
- Miles: 150,000 milesYears: 15 yearsCoverage: Emissions-related components
- Accessories-Warranty
- Miles: 36,000 milesYears: 3 yearsCoverage: Accessories and audio systems
Production Details
- Manufacturer
- Honda of America Manufacturing, Inc.
- Manufacturing-Process
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- Casting
- Machining
- Assembly
- Testing
- Quality-Control
- inspection-Points: Dimensional accuracy, Surface finish, Performance testingCertification: ISO 9001:2015 certified
- Sustainability-Practices
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- Recycling of materials
- Energy-efficient manufacturing
- Low emissions production
- Production-Metrics
- Production-Capacity: Over 400 engines per dayQuality-Rating: 99.9% defect-free rateWarranty-Claims: Less than 1% warranty claims
Service Information for 3.5l engine Service
Maintenance and service requirements specific to this component
- Oil change with synthetic oil
- Tire rotation
- Brake inspection
- Battery check
- Air filter inspection
- Belts and hoses inspection
Use 0W-20 synthetic oil for optimal performance.
- Spark plug replacement
- Fuel injector cleaning
- Transmission fluid check
- Coolant level check
- Suspension inspection
- Steering system inspection
Special tools required for spark plug replacement.
- Timing belt inspection
- Drive belts replacement
- PCV valve replacement
- Fuel filter replacement
- Exhaust system inspection
- Chassis lubrication
Timing belt replacement recommended at 105,000 miles.
- Brake fluid replacement
- Power steering fluid flush
- Transmission fluid replacement
- Transfer case fluid replacement
- Differential fluid replacement
- Engine mounts inspection
Major service interval with extensive checks.
- Timing belt replacement
- Water pump replacement
- Engine coolant replacement
- Accessories belt replacement
- Fuel system cleaning
- Battery replacement
Critical maintenance for engine longevity.
Common Questions
Find answers to common questions about torque specifications
Q1 What is the horsepower and torque output of the 3.5L engine in the 2013-2018 Acura RDX?
What is the horsepower and torque output of the 3.5L engine in the 2013-2018 Acura RDX?
The 3.5L V6 engine in the 2013-2018 Acura RDX produces 273 horsepower at 6200 RPM and 251 lb-ft of torque at 5000 RPM. It features i-VTEC technology for optimized performance and efficiency.
Q2 What type of fuel is recommended for the 3.5L engine?
What type of fuel is recommended for the 3.5L engine?
Acura recommends using unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating of 91 or higher for optimal performance. While the engine can operate on regular unleaded gasoline (87 octane), using lower-octane fuel may result in reduced performance and fuel efficiency.
Q3 What is the oil capacity of the 3.5L engine?
What is the oil capacity of the 3.5L engine?
The 3.5L engine has an oil capacity of 4.5 quarts (including the oil filter) when performing an oil change. Always use Acura-recommended 0W-20 synthetic oil for proper lubrication and engine longevity.
Q4 What is the recommended service interval for the 3.5L engine?
What is the recommended service interval for the 3.5L engine?
Acura recommends servicing the 3.5L engine every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first. This includes oil and filter changes, inspection of belts and hoses, and checking fluid levels. Always refer to the maintenance minder system for specific service intervals.
Q5 Does the 3.5L engine require a timing belt or chain?
Does the 3.5L engine require a timing belt or chain?
The 3.5L engine uses a timing chain, which does not require regular replacement like a timing belt. However, it is important to monitor the chain for wear and ensure proper lubrication to maintain engine performance.
Factory Service Resources
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