2016 Acura RLX vs. 2016 BMW 5 Series
When comparing the 2016 Acura RLX's and the 2016 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Acura RLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2016 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the area of reliability. Based on this comparison of the 2016 Acura RLX's and the 2016 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2016 Acura RLX is a better car than the 2016 BMW 5 Series.
2016 Acura RLX vs. 2016 BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2016 Acura RLX loses 63.9 percent of its value and the 2016 BMW 5 Series loses 65.6 percent of its value. This means the 2016 Acura RLX retains 1.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2016 BMW 5 Series.
2016 Acura RLX vs. 2016 BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RLX is 7.1 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 7.1 out of 10. This results in the Acura RLX being ranked 11 out of 29 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 14 out of 29.
2016 Acura RLX vs. 2016 BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RLX is 7.4 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 7.5 out of 10. This gives the BMW 5 Series a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura RLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2016 Acura RLX’s base engine makes 377 horsepower, and the 2016 BMW 5 Series base engine makes 335 horsepower. The RLX is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 483 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 531 miles.This gives the 2016 Acura RLX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2016 BMW 5 Series the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2016 Acura RLX, a hybrid large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2016 BMW 5 Series, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14912 - 35096
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.639348
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.656415
Acura RLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.091405 / 10
Reliability:
7.482809 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Acura RLX Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 14Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
20 out of / 21Ranking
22 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Hybrid
2016 Acura RLX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Advance, SH-AWD Sport Hybrid w/Tech
2016 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
ActiveHybrid 5
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
377 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
341 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 32 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
423 / 483 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
407 / 531 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
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:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4312 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:
4288 lbs
Width:
84.4 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
193.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18