2020 Honda CR-V Vs. 2020 Acura RDX
Do the 2020 Honda CR-V and 2020 Acura RDX seem similar to you? There’s a reason for this: Acura is actually the luxury brand from Honda. That means that these models are brethren.
The RDX, however, has developed enough that these days it’s more than an upscale, fancy CR-V. Each vehicle boasts its own unique strengths and weaknesses. Even drivers that have the money to spend on the 2020 RDX may find themselves going to the 2020 CR-V instead.
So how do the 2020 Honda CR-V and 2020 Acura RDX compare to one-another? Find out below!
2020 Honda CR-V |
Vs. |
2020 Acura RDX |
|---|---|---|
| $25,150* | Starting MSRP | $37,800** |
| Up to 28 city / 34 highway*** | Fuel Economy | Up to 22 city / 28 highway**** |
| 37.6 to 39.2 cubic feet | Cargo Volume (with seats in place) | 29.5 cubic feet |
| 75.8 cubic feet | Cargo Volume (with seats lowered) | 58.9 cubic feet |
| 190 hp | Horsepower | 272 hp |
*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $1,120.00 destination charge and options. Dealers set own prices.
**Prices shown are Acura suggested retail prices only and do not include taxes, license or destination and handling charge. Destination & Handling charge for sedans (excluding PMC Edition) and SUVs (excluding PMC Edition) is $1,025.00. Destination & Handling charge for PMC Edition models and NSX is $1,995.00. Acura vehicle accessory costs, labor and installation vary. Dealers set their own prices. Please consult your selected dealer.
***28 city/34 highway/30 combined mpg rating for 2WD trims. 27 city/32 highway/29 combined mpg rating for AWD trims. Based on 2020 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.
****2021 RDX EPA MPG RATING RDX FWD 22 / 28 / 24 (city / hwy / combined) RDX FWD A-Spec 22 / 27 / 24 (city / hwy / combined) RDX SH-AWD 21 / 27 / 23 (city / hwy / combined) RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 21 / 26 / 23 (city / hwy / combined) Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors.
High-Quality Crossover Vs. Luxury CUV
Benefits of the 2020 Honda CR-V
The 2020 Honda CR-V has several key advantages over the 2020 Acura RDX. First off, it gets a substantially better fuel economy. It also provides more cargo volume, both with and without the seats in place. Of course, the starting price of the Honda is also significantly lower.
Advantages not apparent from the table above are a smoother stop and go driving setup on the 2020 CR-V, thanks to the model’s delightfully tuned CVT Transmission. In addition, the touchscreen infotainment system is easier to use than the touchpad-based system residing in the 2020 Acura RDX.
Benefits of the 2020 Acura RDX
Elements that Acura does have going for it are a unique design, engine sound, and luxury features. The 2020 Acura RDX boasts a lot of character with its gently sloping roof and bold grille detailing. Some aren’t fans of the look, but that adds to the exclusivity of the style.
The 2020 RDX boasts a great engine sound. This is enhanced when one turns the drive-mode dial to Sport or Sport-Plus. The satisfying noise gives a special bit of verve to this machine.
Finally, the 2020 Acura RDX boasts some swanky features that aren’t available on the 2020 Honda CR-V. These include a standard panoramic glass roof and 10.2-inch central display. The machine also comes with a more powerful (albeit more fuel-hungry) 272-horsepower engine.
