2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Audi Q5
In comparing the 2018 Acura RDX's and the 2018 Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 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. The 2018 Audi Q5 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Acura RDX's and the 2018 Audi Q5's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2018 Audi Q5.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Audi Q5 Pricing
A used 2018 Acura RDX ranges from $19,114 to $29,998 while a used 2018 Audi Q5 is priced between $19,999 to $31,999.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Audi Q5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value and the 2018 Audi Q5 loses 50.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Acura RDX retains 1.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Audi Q5.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Audi Q5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the Audi Q5's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Audi Q5 being ranked 6 out of 29. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Acura RDX is ranked 3 and the Audi Q5 is ranked 14. The Acura RDX is also ranked 4 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Audi Q5 is ranked 18 out of 67.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Audi Q5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10. For the Audi Q5 the reliability rating is 7.8 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 2018 Acura RDX’s base engine makes 279 horsepower, and the 2018 Audi Q5 base engine makes 252 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The Q5 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles. This gives the 2018 Audi Q5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Acura RDX. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 Acura RDX and the 2018 Audi Q5 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,114 - $29,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,999 - $31,999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.8%
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi Q5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Acura RDX Rankings
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1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 60Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
16 out of / 55Ranking
17 out of / 60Ranking
17 out of / 60Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
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22 out of / 29Ranking
25 out of / 60Ranking
31 out of / 67Ranking
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37 out of / 60Ranking
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49 out of / 67Audi Q5 Rankings
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3 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 60Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 55Ranking
19 out of / 60Ranking
19 out of / 60Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
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47 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Acura RDX Trim Levels
Base, w/AcuraWatch, w/Advance, w/Tech, w/Tech w/AcuraWatch
2018 Audi Q5 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T 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:
279 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
252 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
252 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
320 / 448 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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):
23 / 27 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
426 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
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
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
26.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
61.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
129.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
26.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3737 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
65 inches
Length:
184.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4045 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
183.6 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
