2021 Acura RDX vs 2021 Lexus NX
Overview | |
MSRP$38,400 | MSRP$37,610 |
Average price$32,290 | Average price$32,432 |
Listings1508 | Listings1322 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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2021 Acura RDX Reviews SummaryWhen Acura last redesigned the RDX for the 2019 model year, the company began a transformation that is now accelerating with the debut of the all-new 2021 TLX sedan and soon-to-arrive 2022 MDX SUV. Adopting the company’s latest exterior styling and interior design philosophies, as well as the completely rethought True Touch Interface infotainment system, the third-generation RDX confirmed Acura’s intent to return to the performance ethos that guided the brand during its early years. Now, according to Acura, the RDX is the bestselling model in its segment and one of the bestselling luxury vehicles in America. It is deserving of this stature. | |
2021 Lexus NX Reviews SummaryOne year ahead of its redesign, the aged 2021 Lexus NX luxury compact SUV retains the features that have made it so popular: good looks, a high-quality interior, and agile driving dynamics. But not all that glitters is gold, as the NX has some definite problem areas. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 272 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 272 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.5 cu ft | Cargo Space17.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3783 lbs | Curb Weight3940 lbs |
Height65.7 in | Height64.8 in |
Length186.6 in | Length182.3 in |
Width74.8 in | Width83.9 in |
Wheelbase108.3 in | Wheelbase104.7 in |
Maximum Payload1001 lbs | Maximum Payload895 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $38,400 | $37,610 |
Average price | $32,290 | $32,432 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | When Acura last redesigned the RDX for the 2019 model year, the company began a transformation that is now accelerating with the debut of the all-new 2021 TLX sedan and soon-to-arrive 2022 MDX SUV. Adopting the company’s latest exterior styling and interior design philosophies, as well as the completely rethought True Touch Interface infotainment system, the third-generation RDX confirmed Acura’s intent to return to the performance ethos that guided the brand during its early years. Now, according to Acura, the RDX is the bestselling model in its segment and one of the bestselling luxury vehicles in America. It is deserving of this stature. | One year ahead of its redesign, the aged 2021 Lexus NX luxury compact SUV retains the features that have made it so popular: good looks, a high-quality interior, and agile driving dynamics. But not all that glitters is gold, as the NX has some definite problem areas. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 272 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | 235 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 272 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | 235 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.5 cu ft | 17.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3783 lbs | 3940 lbs |
Height | 65.7 in | 64.8 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 182.3 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 83.9 in |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 104.7 in |
Maximum Payload | 1001 lbs | 895 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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