Acura RDX vs. Lexus RX 350
When comparing the Acura RDX to the Lexus RX 350, the Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Acura RDX versus the Lexus RX 350, the Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the Acura RDX.
Acura RDX versus Lexus RX 350 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Acura RDX ranges from $30,772 to $41,998 while a used Lexus RX 350 from the same model year range is priced between $35,951 to $48,989. For a new model, the Acura RDX's price is between $44,445 and $54,281, with the Lexus RX 350 priced between $50,002 and $63,114.
Acura RDX versus Lexus RX 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10 while the Lexus RX 350's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 5 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the Lexus RX 350 being ranked 3 out of 67.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura RDX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the Lexus RX 350 base engine makes 275 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. The RX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 516 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Acura RDX has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity than the Lexus RX 350.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Acura RDX has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 350, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.35 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Lexus RX 350 has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$44,445 - $54,281
Used Asking Price:
$30,772 - $41,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$50,002 - $63,114
Used Asking Price:
$35,951 - $48,989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.7%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.7 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 11Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base, w/Tech, w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Advance w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD PMC Edition
Trim Levels
Base, Premium, Premium+, Luxury, F SPORT Handling
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
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):
4.35 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
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:
275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 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:
2.4 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):
392 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
29.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
46.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3777 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:
4155 lbs
Width:
75.6 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R19