Acura RLX vs. Toyota Avalon
When we compare the Acura RLX's and the Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the Acura RLX has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota Avalon has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Acura RLX's and the Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Avalon is a better car than the Acura RLX.
Acura RLX vs. Toyota Avalon Pricing
A used 2020 Acura RLX ranges from $27,453 to $38,286 while a used 2020 Toyota Avalon is priced between $25,710 to $38,991.
Acura RLX vs. Toyota Avalon Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura RLX loses 57.4 percent of its value and the Toyota Avalon loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Avalon retains 9.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura RLX.
Acura RLX vs. Toyota Avalon Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura RLX is 8.2 out of 10 while the Toyota Avalon's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Acura RLX being ranked 3 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Toyota Avalon being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
Acura RLX vs. Toyota Avalon Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura RLX is 7.8 out of 10. For the Toyota Avalon the reliability rating is 9.8 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Avalon an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura RLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura RLX’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Toyota Avalon base engine makes 301 horsepower. The RLX is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 537 miles. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles.This gives the Toyota Avalon the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Acura RLX the advantage in maximum range. The RLX uses premium unleaded, and the Avalon uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the Toyota Avalon has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Acura RLX has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Acura RLX and the Toyota Avalon have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27453 - 38286
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.573883
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
25710 - 38991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477327
Acura RLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Avalon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.884529 / 10
Reliability:
9.753589 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RLX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Ranking
23 out of / 24Toyota Avalon Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura RLX Trim Levels
w/Tech
Toyota Avalon Trim Levels
Limited, Touring, TRD, XLE, XSE
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:
310 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
272 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
301 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
14.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3977 lbs
Width:
74.4 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
198.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3560 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17