2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 BMW X1
When we compare the 2018 Acura RDX's and the 2018 BMW X1's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 BMW X1 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Acura RDX's and the 2018 BMW X1's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2018 BMW X1.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 BMW X1 Pricing
A used 2018 Acura RDX ranges from $19,034 to $29,998 while a used 2018 BMW X1 is priced between $18,496 to $27,998.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 BMW X1 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 BMW X1 loses 43.4 percent of its value. This means the 2018 BMW X1 retains 5.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Acura RDX.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 BMW X1 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the BMW X1's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the BMW X1 being ranked 8 out of 61. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Acura RDX is ranked 2 and the BMW X1 is ranked 11.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 BMW X1 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10. For the BMW X1 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Acura RDX an advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X1.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Acura RDX’s base engine makes 279 horsepower, and the 2018 BMW X1 base engine makes 228 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The X1 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 515 miles. This gives the 2018 BMW X1 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Acura RDX. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, 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 2018 BMW X1, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear head room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2018 Acura RDX and the 2018 BMW X1 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19034 - 29998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18496 - 27998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.434067
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X1 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.566666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RDX Rankings
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48 out of / 68BMW X1 Rankings
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57 out of / 68Available 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 BMW X1 Trim Levels
sDrive28i, xDrive28i
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:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 515 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:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
27.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.3 cubic feet
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:
3543 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
62.9 inches
Length:
175.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R18