2015 Acura RLX vs. 2015 Audi A6
In comparing the 2015 Acura RLX's and the 2015 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Acura RLX has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2015 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Acura RLX's and the 2015 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Audi A6 is a better car than the 2015 Acura RLX.
2015 Acura RLX vs. 2015 Audi A6 Pricing
A used 2015 Acura RLX ranges from $14,992 to $24,660 while a used 2015 Audi A6 is priced between $11,499 to $23,792.
2015 Acura RLX vs. 2015 Audi A6 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Acura RLX loses 57.4 percent of its value and the 2015 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Acura RLX retains 0.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Audi A6.
2015 Acura RLX vs. 2015 Audi A6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RLX is 8.2 out of 10 while the Audi A6's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Acura RLX being ranked 3 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2015 Acura RLX vs. 2015 Audi A6 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RLX is 7.8 out of 10. For the Audi A6 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Audi A6 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura RLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Acura RLX’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the 2015 Audi A6 base engine makes 220 horsepower. The RLX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 574 miles. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 653 miles. This gives the 2015 Audi A6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2015 Acura RLX. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Acura RLX, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2015 Audi A6, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Acura RLX and the 2015 Audi A6 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14992 - 24660
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.573883
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11499 - 23792
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Acura RLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RLX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2015 Acura RLX Trim Levels
w/Advance, w/Krell Audio, w/Navi, w/Tech
2015 Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0 quattro TDI Premium Plus, 3.0 quattro TDI Prestige, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
310 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
272 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.079 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 4450 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 574 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 33 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
495 / 653 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3933 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
196.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3726 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
193.9 inches
Wheelbase:
114.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18