2017 Audi RS 3 vs. 2017 Acura RLX
When we compare the 2017 Audi RS 3's and the 2017 Acura RLX's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Audi RS 3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2017 Acura RLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Audi RS 3's and the 2017 Acura RLX's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2017 Audi RS 3 vs. 2017 Acura RLX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Audi RS 3 loses 47 percent of its value and the 2017 Acura RLX loses 57.4 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Audi RS 3 retains 10.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Acura RLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Audi RS 3’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the 2017 Acura RLX base engine makes 310 horsepower. The RS 3 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles. The RLX is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. This gives the 2017 Acura RLX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Audi RS 3. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 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 head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 Acura RLX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.469965
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15156 - 29895
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.573883
Audi RS 3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Acura RLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi RS 3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 31Ranking
33 out of / 36Ranking
34 out of / 36Acura 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 / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
2017 Audi RS 3 Trim Levels
2.5T quattro
2017 Acura RLX Trim Levels
w/Advance, 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):
Not yet available
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:
400 hp @ 5850 rpm
Torque:
354 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.111 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
272 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
276 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
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:
102.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3593 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
176.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3969 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
196.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19