2012 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Acura RDX
When we compare the 2012 Audi Q5's and the 2012 Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Audi Q5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The 2012 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Audi Q5's and the 2012 Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2012 Audi Q5.
2012 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Acura RDX Pricing
A used 2012 Audi Q5 ranges from $7,999 to $16,938 while a used 2012 Acura RDX is priced between $7,500 to $16,997.
2012 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Acura RDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Audi Q5 loses 50.8 percent of its value and the 2012 Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Acura RDX retains 1.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 Audi Q5.
2012 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Acura RDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q5 is 8.1 out of 10 while the Acura RDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q5 being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Audi Q5 is ranked 7 and the Acura RDX is ranked 1. The Audi Q5 is also ranked 10 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Acura RDX is ranked 2 out of 68.
2012 Audi Q5 vs. 2012 Acura RDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi Q5 is 7.8 out of 10. For the Acura RDX the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Acura RDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi Q5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Audi Q5’s base engine makes 211 horsepower, and the 2012 Acura RDX base engine makes 240 horsepower. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 535 miles. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. This gives the 2012 Audi Q5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2012 Acura RDX. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2012 Audi Q5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2012 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2012 Audi Q5 and the 2012 Acura RDX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7999 - 16938
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.507732
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7500 - 16997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 61Ranking
17 out of / 54Ranking
18 out of / 59Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 68Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 61Ranking
28 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 68Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
31 out of / 61Ranking
40 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 61Ranking
44 out of / 61Ranking
48 out of / 68Acura RDX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 54Ranking
16 out of / 68Ranking
16 out of / 59Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
39 out of / 61Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2012 Audi Q5 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.2 quattro Premium Plus, 3.2 quattro Prestige
2012 Acura RDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
211 hp @ 4300 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 535 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
29.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
57.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
27.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4090 lbs
Width:
82.2 inches
Height:
65.1 inches
Length:
182.2 inches
Wheelbase:
110.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3743 lbs
Width:
73.6 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R18