2024 Acura RDX vs. 2023 GMC Acadia Review

Picture of the 2024 Acura RDX

2024 Acura
RDX

MSRP*: $44,350 to $54,150
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Picture of the 2023 GMC Acadia

2023 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $36,800 to $50,600
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MPG - City 21 MPG 19 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 27 MPG 26 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 79.0 ft3
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 272 hp 228 - 310 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 187.4 in 193.4 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.6 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Acadia than in the Acura RDX, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Acura RDX offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the GMC Acadia, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
With the GMC Acadia, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Acura RDX, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Acura RDX is somewhat more expensive than the GMC Acadia.

Dimensions
The Acura RDX is about the same width as the GMC Acadia. The Acura RDX is slightly shorter than the GMC Acadia, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Acura RDX has the same turning radius as the GMC Acadia, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Acura RDX has a little more horsepower than the GMC Acadia.

Powertrain
The Acura RDX has much lower torque than the GMC Acadia, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Acura RDX has less seating than the GMC Acadia, making the GMC Acadia the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.