I don't know how you can say it was the best vehicle you ever had after only owning it for only 15,500 miles. The best vehicles I have ever had I have kept for 15-20 years because they have been dependable over the long haul and I truly loved them and hated parting with them. The last MDX I had I got rid of at 207,000 miles because it was going to need some major maintenance and I couldn't justify that nor did I fell that it was dependable any longer. It needed an engine replacement at 90,000 miles but overall it was a vehicle I enjoyed driving and I felt safe in it. Trading a CRV for RDX is still part of the Honda family so I'm sure they considered that when they gave you $26,500. If you had traded for a Lexus I doubt they would have put that much value on your trade. All that said enjoy the RDX I know several people who have them and love them.