2020 Acura RDX vs. 2020 BMW X3
When we compare the 2020 Acura RDX's and the 2020 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2020 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Acura RDX's and the 2020 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2020 BMW X3.
2020 Acura RDX vs. 2020 BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2020 Acura RDX ranges from $28,500 to $39,998 while a used 2020 BMW X3 is priced between $27,998 to $45,790.
2020 Acura RDX vs. 2020 BMW X3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value and the 2020 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Acura RDX retains 1.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 BMW X3.
2020 Acura RDX vs. 2020 BMW X3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the BMW X3's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Acura RDX is ranked 3 and the BMW X3 is ranked 4. The Acura RDX is also ranked 4 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X3 is ranked 5 out of 67.
2020 Acura RDX vs. 2020 BMW X3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10. For the BMW X3 the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Acura RDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Acura RDX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the 2020 BMW X3 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. This gives the 2020 BMW X3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Acura RDX. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2020 Acura RDX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Acura RDX and the 2020 BMW X3 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$28,500 - $39,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$27,998 - $45,790
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.5%
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 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
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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
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17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
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37 out of / 60Ranking
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40 out of / 67Ranking
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49 out of / 67BMW X3 Rankings
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1 out of / 27Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
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2 out of / 29Ranking
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4 out of / 60Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
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8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 60Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
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19 out of / 67Ranking
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21 out of / 60Ranking
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22 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 55Ranking
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23 out of / 29Ranking
42 out of / 67Ranking
44 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2020 Acura RDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/A-SPEC, w/Advance, w/Tech
2020 BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
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:
272 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
376 / 479 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 29 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
430 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
29.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
28.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3783 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Length:
186.8 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3931 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18
