2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Toyota 4Runner
When comparing the 2018 Acura RDX's and the 2018 Toyota 4Runner's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Toyota 4Runner has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Acura RDX's and the 2018 Toyota 4Runner's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2018 Toyota 4Runner.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Toyota 4Runner Pricing
A used 2018 Acura RDX ranges from $19,034 to $29,998 while a used 2018 Toyota 4Runner is priced between $27,988 to $41,905.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner loses 24.7 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Toyota 4Runner retains 24.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Acura RDX.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Toyota 4Runner Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the Toyota 4Runner's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the Toyota 4Runner being ranked 10 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.
2018 Acura RDX vs. 2018 Toyota 4Runner Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10. For the Toyota 4Runner the reliability rating is 9.2 out of 10. This gives the Toyota 4Runner a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura RDX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Acura RDX’s base engine makes 279 horsepower, and the 2018 Toyota 4Runner base engine makes 270 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 448 miles. The 4Runner is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 483 miles.This gives the 2018 Acura RDX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Toyota 4Runner the advantage in maximum range. The RDX uses premium unleaded, and the 4Runner uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 Toyota 4Runner, a midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2018 Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 Acura RDX has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Toyota 4Runner, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 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:
27988 - 41905
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.246761
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota 4Runner Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.747071 / 10
Reliability:
9.241214 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Acura RDX Rankings
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1 out of / 61Ranking
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31 out of / 68Ranking
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45 out of / 68Ranking
48 out of / 68Toyota 4Runner Rankings
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1 out of / 31Ranking
2 out of / 16Ranking
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4 out of / 56Ranking
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46 out of / 56Available 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 Toyota 4Runner Trim Levels
Limited, SR5, SR5 Premium, TRD Off-Road, TRD Off-Road Premium, TRD Pro
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
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):
4 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:
270 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
278 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
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:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
391 / 483 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
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:
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:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
47.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
89.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.5 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:
4400 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
71.5 inches
Length:
190.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R17