2021 Volvo XC60 vs. 2021 Acura RDX
When comparing the 2021 Volvo XC60's and the 2021 Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2021 Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Volvo XC60's and the 2021 Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Acura RDX is a better car than the 2021 Volvo XC60.
2021 Volvo XC60 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Pricing
A used 2021 Volvo XC60 ranges from $30,999 to $43,635 while a used 2021 Acura RDX is priced between $30,690 to $41,998.
2021 Volvo XC60 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Volvo XC60 loses 54.6 percent of its value and the 2021 Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Acura RDX retains 5.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Volvo XC60.
2021 Volvo XC60 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo XC60 is 8.2 out of 10 while the Acura RDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Volvo XC60 being ranked 3 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Volvo XC60 is ranked 4 and the Acura RDX is ranked 1. The Volvo XC60 is also ranked 6 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Acura RDX is ranked 2 out of 68.
2021 Volvo XC60 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo XC60 is 7.9 out of 10. For the Acura RDX the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Acura RDX a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo XC60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Volvo XC60’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2021 Acura RDX base engine makes 272 horsepower. The XC60 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. This gives the 2021 Volvo XC60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Acura RDX. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2021 Acura RDX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The 2021 Volvo XC60 has the advantage in the area of cargo space. The 2021 Volvo XC60 and 2021 Acura RDX are comparable in regards to rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Volvo XC60 and the 2021 Acura RDX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
30999 - 43635
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.54576
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
30690 - 41998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Volvo XC60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.233333 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volvo XC60 Rankings
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3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 61Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 61Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 54Ranking
21 out of / 59Ranking
21 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
39 out of / 61Ranking
44 out of / 61Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
47 out of / 61Ranking
52 out of / 68Ranking
53 out of / 68Acura RDX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 61Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 54Ranking
16 out of / 68Ranking
16 out of / 59Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
39 out of / 61Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Volvo XC60 Trim Levels
T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design, T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum
2021 Acura RDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD PMC Edition, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/A-SPEC, w/Advance, w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
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 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 545 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):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
376 / 479 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
37.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
120.7 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4008 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
65.3 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3783 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Length:
186.6 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19