GMC Acadia vs. Acura RDX
In comparing the GMC Acadia to the Acura RDX, the GMC Acadia 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. The Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the GMC Acadia versus the Acura RDX, the GMC Acadia is a better car than the Acura RDX.
GMC Acadia versus Acura RDX Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used GMC Acadia ranges from $24,975 to $39,994 while a used Acura RDX from the same model year range is priced between $30,772 to $41,998. For a new model, the GMC Acadia's price is between $37,644 and $56,684, with the Acura RDX priced between $44,445 and $54,281.
GMC Acadia versus Acura RDX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Acadia is 8.1 out of 10 while the Acura RDX's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the GMC Acadia being ranked 11 out of 25 Best Midsize SUVs and the Acura RDX being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the GMC Acadia’s base engine makes 228 horsepower, and the Acura RDX base engine makes 272 horsepower. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. The RDX is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. The Acadia uses regular unleaded, and the RDX uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The GMC Acadia, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room and trunk space. The GMC Acadia and Acura RDX are comparable in regards to front head room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The GMC Acadia has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Acura RDX has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Acura RDX has higher safety ratings than the GMC Acadia, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.73 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$37,644 - $56,684
Used Asking Price:
$24,975 - $39,994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$44,445 - $54,281
Used Asking Price:
$30,772 - $41,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
49.3%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
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3 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 31Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 61Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
14 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 61Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
37 out of / 61iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 67Summary Review
GMC’s Acadia is a crossover SUV that offers seating from five to eight passengers, depending on model year and trim. Shoppers will find the Acadia is a bit like an upscale version of the Chevy Traverse.
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Near-luxury trims available
- Off-road-focused trims available
- Three engine choices
- No green (hybrid/electric) powertrain available
- Advanced active safety systems are optional, not standard
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
SLE, AT4, SLT, Denali
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
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):
4.73 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:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
427 / 563 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
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
Standard
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:
Standard
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:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
79 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
156.6 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:
4155 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
193.4 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum with painted accents
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum
Tire Size:
235/55R19
