Lincoln Nautilus vs. Acura RDX
When comparing the Lincoln Nautilus's and the Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Nautilus has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Acura RDX has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln Nautilus's and the Acura RDX's specifications and ratings, the Acura RDX is a better car than the Lincoln Nautilus.
Lincoln Nautilus vs. Acura RDX Pricing
For a new model, the Lincoln Nautilus's price is between $54,527 and $77,208, with the Acura RDX priced between $45,747 and $55,630.
Lincoln Nautilus vs. Acura RDX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln Nautilus loses 55.7 percent of its value and the Acura RDX loses 49.3 percent of its value. This means the Acura RDX retains 6.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln Nautilus.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lincoln Nautilus’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the Acura RDX base engine makes 272 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lincoln Nautilus, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Acura RDX, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, and front shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lincoln Nautilus and the Acura RDX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
54527 - 77208
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.556998
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45747 - 55630
Used Asking Price:
45267 - 53275
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.492663
Lincoln Nautilus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Acura RDX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.759833 / 10
Reliability:
8.579499 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Nautilus Rankings
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1 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 61Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
8 out of / 61Ranking
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37 out of / 61Ranking
41 out of / 61Ranking
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46 out of / 61Ranking
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47 out of / 61Ranking
52 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
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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
Lincoln Nautilus Trim Levels
Black Label, Premiere, Reserve
Acura RDX Trim Levels
SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Advance w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Tech
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 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):
0.068 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:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention 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
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
36.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
71.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
149.9 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:
4349 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
68.2 inches
Length:
193.2 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4014 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:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/60R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19