Acura RDX vs. Honda CR-V
When we compare the Acura RDX's and the Honda CR-V's specifications and ratings, the Acura RDX has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda CR-V has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Acura RDX's and the Honda CR-V's specifications and ratings, the Honda CR-V is a better car than the Acura RDX.
Acura RDX vs. Honda CR-V Pricing
A used 2024 Acura RDX ranges from $45,267 to $53,275 while a used 2024 Honda CR-V is priced between $32,459 to $38,283. For a new model, the Acura RDX's price is between $45,747 and $55,630, with the Honda CR-V priced between $31,451 and $37,940.
Acura RDX vs. Honda CR-V Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value and the Honda CR-V loses 36.5 percent of its value. This means the Honda CR-V retains 12.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura RDX.
Acura RDX vs. Honda CR-V Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.8 out of 10 while the Honda CR-V's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the Honda CR-V being ranked 1 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs.
Acura RDX vs. Honda CR-V Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10. For the Honda CR-V the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Honda CR-V a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura RDX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura RDX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the Honda CR-V base engine makes 190 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the Honda CR-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Acura RDX and Honda CR-V are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Acura RDX and the Honda CR-V have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45747 - 55630
Used Asking Price:
45267 - 53275
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Pricing
New Asking Price:
31451 - 37940
Used Asking Price:
32459 - 38283
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.364769
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Honda CR-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.098742 / 10
Reliability:
8.996227 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RDX Rankings
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1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
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2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
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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
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23 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 61Ranking
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45 out of / 68Ranking
48 out of / 68Honda CR-V Rankings
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1 out of / 66Ranking
1 out of / 66Ranking
1 out of / 56Ranking
1 out of / 27Ranking
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1 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 66Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 19Ranking
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4 out of / 19Ranking
7 out of / 66Ranking
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9 out of / 19Ranking
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10 out of / 56Ranking
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16 out of / 19Ranking
18 out of / 66Ranking
18 out of / 56Ranking
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43 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura RDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Advance w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Tech
Honda CR-V Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, LX
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:
3 years / 36000 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:
272 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
179 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
39.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
76.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
145.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4014 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3472 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
184.8 inches
Wheelbase:
106.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
235/65R17