Acura RDX vs. Toyota RAV4
When comparing the Acura RDX to the Toyota RAV4, the Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Acura RDX versus the Toyota RAV4, the Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the Acura RDX.
Acura RDX versus Toyota RAV4 Pricing
A used 2023 Acura RDX ranges from $42,715 to $55,018 while a used 2023 Toyota RAV4 is priced between $29,827 to $41,735. For a new model, the Acura RDX's price is between $45,171 and $55,318, with the Toyota RAV4 priced between $30,147 and $40,663.
Acura RDX versus Toyota RAV4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RDX is 8.6 out of 10 while the Toyota RAV4's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Toyota RAV4 being ranked 6 out of 24 Best Small SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura RDX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the Toyota RAV4 base engine makes 203 horsepower. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The RDX uses premium unleaded, and the RAV4 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the Toyota RAV4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and trunk space. The Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Toyota RAV4 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Acura RDX.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Acura RDX and the Toyota RAV4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$45,171 - $55,318
Used Asking Price:
$42,715 - $55,018
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.3%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$30,147 - $40,663
Used Asking Price:
$29,827 - $41,735
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:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
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1 out of / 29Most Reliable Luxury Small SUVs
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5 out of / 67Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
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8 out of / 67Luxury Small SUVs with Best Resale Value
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23 out of / 29Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
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41 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
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5 out of / 24Most Reliable Small SUVs
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5 out of / 24Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
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6 out of / 61Ranking
6 out of / 24Small SUVs with Best Resale Value
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33 out of / 61Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
The Toyota RAV4 is a compact crossover with seating for five. The current Toyota RAV4 was redesigned for the 2019 model year, with new models averaging $31,101 and 3-year-old models averaging $23,510.
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Reputation for durability
- Gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models available
- Rugged SUV-like capability with the TRD Pro Off-Road trim
- Lackluster driving experience
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto late to arrive
- Cumbersome touchscreen controls
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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
Trim Levels
Limited, TRD Off-Road, XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure, LE
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:
2 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):
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:
203 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 5000 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 34 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
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:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
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:
37.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
37.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
69.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
136.4 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3370 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
67 inches
Length:
180.9 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
