2025 Acura RDX vs. 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Review

Picture of the 2025 Acura RDX

2025 Acura
RDX

MSRP*: $44,700 to $54,450
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Picture of the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe

2024 Jeep
Grand Cherokee 4xe

MSRP*: $60,490 to $74,670
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MPG - City 21 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 26 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 70.8 ft3
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 272 hp 375 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 3,500 - 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 187.4 in 193.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 77.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 38.2 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.4 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe than in the Acura RDX, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Acura RDX and the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe.

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). Clearly, the Acura RDX is a better financial choice over the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Acura RDX is much slimmer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Acura RDX is slightly shorter than the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Acura RDX has a larger turning radius than the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is clearly the choice over the Acura RDX for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Acura RDX has a lot less horsepower than the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe.

Powertrain
The Acura RDX has much lower torque than the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura RDX and the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe.