Acura ILX vs. Acura RDX
When we compare the Acura ILX's and the Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the Acura ILX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Acura ILX's and the Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the Acura RDX is a better car than the Acura ILX.
Acura ILX vs. Acura RDX Pricing
A used 2022 Acura ILX ranges from $24,895 to $32,977 while a used 2023 Acura RDX is priced between $41,497 to $51,990.
Acura ILX vs. Acura RDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura ILX loses 48 percent of its value and the Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the Acura ILX retains 1.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura RDX.
Acura ILX vs. Acura RDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura ILX is 8.7 out of 10 while the Acura RDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Acura ILX being ranked 8 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Acura ILX vs. Acura RDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura ILX is 7.7 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 Acura ILX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura ILX’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Acura RDX base engine makes 272 horsepower. The ILX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles.This gives the Acura ILX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Acura RDX the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Acura ILX, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Acura ILX and the Acura RDX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Acura RDX has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$24,895 - $32,977
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$45,144 - $55,544
Used Asking Price:
$41,497 - $51,990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.3%
Acura ILX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura ILX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
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8 out of / 36Ranking
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19 out of / 36Ranking
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29 out of / 30Ranking
34 out of / 36Acura RDX Rankings
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1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
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1 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 60Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
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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
17 out of / 60Ranking
17 out of / 60Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
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49 out of / 67Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura ILX Trim Levels
Base, w/Premium, w/Premium w/A-SPEC, w/Tech w/A-SPEC
Acura RDX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Advance w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/A-SPEC, w/Tech
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:
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 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:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
317 / 449 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
12.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
89.3 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:
3095 lbs
Width:
70.6 inches
Height:
55.6 inches
Length:
182.2 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3775 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
