Buick Envision vs. Acura RDX
In comparing the Buick Envision's and the Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the Buick Envision 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. The Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick Envision's and the Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the Acura RDX is a better car than the Buick Envision.
Buick Envision vs. Acura RDX Pricing
A used 2023 Buick Envision ranges from $31,495 to $47,005 while a used 2023 Acura RDX is priced between $41,003 to $51,823. For a new model, the Buick Envision's price is between $34,459 and $48,853, with the Acura RDX priced between $45,143 and $55,544.
Buick Envision vs. Acura RDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Buick Envision loses 52.2 percent of its value and the Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the Acura RDX retains 2.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Buick Envision.
Buick Envision vs. Acura RDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Buick Envision is 7.6 out of 10 while the Acura RDX's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Buick Envision being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Buick Envision is ranked 16 and the Acura RDX is ranked 1. The Buick Envision is also ranked 21 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Acura RDX is ranked 2 out of 68.
Buick Envision vs. Acura RDX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Buick Envision is 5.6 out of 10. For the Acura RDX the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Acura RDX an advantage in reliability compared to the Buick Envision.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Buick Envision’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the Acura RDX base engine makes 272 horsepower. The Envision is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. This gives the Buick Envision the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Acura RDX. The Envision uses regular unleaded, and the RDX uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the Acura RDX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Buick Envision has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Buick Envision and the Acura RDX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Acura RDX has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
34459 - 48853
Used Asking Price:
31495 - 47005
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522154
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45143 - 55544
Used Asking Price:
41003 - 51823
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Buick Envision Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.633333 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Buick Envision Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 27Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 59Ranking
3 out of / 54Ranking
4 out of / 14Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
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15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 61Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 61Ranking
27 out of / 29Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
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35 out of / 68Ranking
36 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 68Ranking
45 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 61Ranking
62 out of / 68Acura RDX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 10Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
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
20 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 61Ranking
31 out of / 68Ranking
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38 out of / 61Ranking
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45 out of / 68Ranking
48 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Envision Trim Levels
Avenir, Essence, Preferred
Acura RDX 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
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
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):
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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
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):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
366 / 493 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
25.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
52.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
125.8 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3692 lbs
Width:
74.1 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
182.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19