2020 Acura RDX vs. 2020 Lincoln Nautilus
In comparing the 2020 Acura RDX's and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and base engine power. The 2020 Lincoln Nautilus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Acura RDX's and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus.
2020 Acura RDX vs. 2020 Lincoln Nautilus Pricing
A used 2020 Acura RDX ranges from $28,598 to $40,000 while a used 2020 Lincoln Nautilus is priced between $27,999 to $43,997.
2020 Acura RDX vs. 2020 Lincoln Nautilus 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 Lincoln Nautilus loses 55.7 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Acura RDX retains 6.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Acura RDX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus base engine makes 250 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. The Nautilus is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 478 miles. This gives the 2020 Acura RDX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus. The RDX uses premium unleaded, and the Nautilus uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2020 Lincoln Nautilus, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2020 Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, and front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Acura RDX and the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$28,598 - $40,000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$27,999 - $43,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
55.7%
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Nautilus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Acura RDX Rankings
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1 out of / 29Ranking
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3 out of / 60Ranking
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10 out of / 29Ranking
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49 out of / 67Lincoln Nautilus Rankings
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1 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 60Ranking
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5 out of / 20Ranking
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63 out of / 67Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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 Lincoln Nautilus Trim Levels
Black Label, Reserve, Standard
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:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
386 / 478 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
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:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
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:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
37.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.9 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:
4142 lbs
Width:
86.1 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
190 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 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 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
