Audi RS 3 vs. Acura RLX
When comparing the Audi RS 3's and the Acura RLX's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Acura RLX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Audi RS 3 and Acura RLX have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 3's and the Acura RLX's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Audi RS 3 vs. Acura RLX Pricing
A used 2020 Audi RS 3 ranges from $51,010 to $64,933 while a used 2020 Acura RLX is priced between $27,453 to $38,286.
Audi RS 3 vs. Acura RLX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi RS 3 loses 47 percent of its value and the Acura RLX loses 57.4 percent of its value. This means the Audi RS 3 retains 10.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Acura RLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi RS 3’s base engine makes 394 horsepower, and the Acura RLX base engine makes 310 horsepower. Both the RS 3 and the RLX are rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 406 and 537 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Acura RLX, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Acura RLX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
51010 - 64933
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.469965
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27453 - 38286
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.573883
Audi RS 3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Acura RLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi RS 3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
9 out of / 36Ranking
27 out of / 31Ranking
33 out of / 36Ranking
34 out of / 36Acura 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 / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Audi RS 3 Trim Levels
2.5T quattro
Acura RLX Trim Levels
w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
Not yet available
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:
394 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
354 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
5
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
276 / 406 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):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 537 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3594 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
55 inches
Length:
176.3 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/40R19