The Acura RDX is one of the best vehicles for stationary and also for off-road use. The Acura RDX offers enough space in the vehicle and also on the vehicle roof to spend your next camping holiday in the rooftop tent on the vehicle roof.
With the Acura RDX, you have the option of mounting a very large six-person rooftop tent on the roof. With the large rooftop tent, you don’t need to buy or rent an expensive camping trailer or RV. Wherever your vehicle goes, you can also spend the night with a rooftop tent.
A rooftop tent also has great advantages over a ground tent, as the elevated position on the vehicle roof means you are safe from small and large animals. Likewise, in a rooftop tent, you are safe from water that collects on the ground, or from the cold that comes out of the ground at night.
All you need to mount a rooftop tent on the roof of the Acura RDX are roof rails and roof crossbars. The roof rails are firmly attached to the vehicle roof with screws. The Acura RDX has factory mounting spots on the roof for roof rails. Then all you have to do is attach the crossbars. Now you can screw the rooftop tent to the crossbars at four points. (All rooftop tents are attached to four mounting spots on the underside with the crossbars)
You can reach the rooftop tent using a telescopic ladder that is mounted on the rooftop tent. So you can easily get into the roof tent when it is mounted on the Acura RDX.
You have the option of mounting a small two to three-person roof tent on the Acura RDX, but you also have the option of mounting a very large six-person rooftop tent. The Acura RDX offers you all possibilities due to its size.
The permissible roof load specified for the Acura RDX is relatively low, but this always only refers to the vehicle in motion. This plays a big role if you mount a roof box on the roof of the Acura RDX, for example.
As soon as the vehicle is stationary, the permissible roof load increases many times over. You can also mount a large rooftop tent on the roof. So you can stay or sleep with your whole family in the rooftop tent on the roof of the Acura RDX without any problems.
The additional weight from the roof tent and the people is optimally dissipated via the roof rails to the entire vehicle body. The additional weight will not damage the roof or the body.
However, you should note that installing the rooftop tent increases fuel consumption and thus greatly reduces the maximum range. The driving behavior of the Acura RDX can also deteriorate as the vehicle’s center of gravity shifts further upwards. You should therefore only assemble the roof tent if you really need it.
If you are looking for a suitable rooftop tent for the Acura RDX, you will find a few examples further down on this page.
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Here we have listed the best roof top tents to make it easier for you to make the right purchase decision.
Thule Tepui Explorer Ayer 2 Rooftop Tent
Smittybilt Overlander Tent
- Standard size tent (sleeps 2-3) with high-density 92″ x 55″ foam double/full mattress and 661 lb. max load
- 600D heavy-duty waterproof top and rain fly; sunroof; side windows with mosquito netting; anodized aluminum tent frame poles; telescopic ladder; interior LED strips and many more features
- Easy to set up and take down; heavy duty PVC cover keeps tent dry and free from UV rays when not in use
- Smittybilt Tent Annex (sold separately #2788) with removeable floor can be attached with heavy duty zippers for privacy
- Tent also available in Size XL (sleeps 3-4 #2773). Ladder extension also available (#2785).Ladder capacity:265 lbs
- Mounting brackets included
Thule Tepui Low-Pro Rooftop Tent
- Can accommodate up to two people
- Ultra low profile design folds down to 7″ / 18 cm for better aerodynamics and vehicle fit
- Tent base is constructed of thermoplastic materials that are both durable and 100% recyclable
- Dome canopy is lightweight while still providing all-season protection
- Patented ZipperGimp easily attaches the canopy to the base of the tent
Thule Tepui Autana Rooftop Tent with Annex
- Can accommodate up to three people
- Includes an extended private canopy entrance with removable annex
- Diamond plate base for added protection and durability
- Constructed from high-quality 360g stitched fabric
- Includes an anti-condensation mat to keep moisture from building up under the mattress
Thule Tepui Autana Rooftop Tent with Annex
- Can accommodate up to four people
- Includes an extended private canopy entrance with removable annex
- Constructed from coated 600 denier and a 260g poly-cotton blend made to withstand the elements of any season
- Tent fabric is UV resistant and withstands the elements of any season
- Mesh panels offer plenty of ventilation and open for more airflow
- Four, large internal pockets for storing gear and camping accessories
- Includes a high-density foam mattress for added comfort
TMB Beige Pop Up Roof Overlanding Tent
- Fits most vehicles equipped with cross bars and roof rails, make your camping and overlanding adventures more comfortable and convenient
- 6-Month Warranty against Manufacturer defects
- Closes via snap straps, bungee net roof storage with side pouches, inner and outer zippers for easy closure
- Easy to open with shock assisted arms, stays securely open once fully extended, memory foam mattress pre-installed
- Includes: Ladder, extra storage bag, Closed Dimensions: 84″ x 49″ x 13″
Is it difficult to install a roof rack tent?
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How many people can sleep on the roof of the car in the tent?
Everything there for assembly?
The Roof Rack Tents are mounted on the Roof Rack Crossbar of your car. You need these brackets for your car roof. If you don't have a roof retention system yet, you can find one with us! Just click HERE.
