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MPG - City | 21 MPG | 38 - 42 MPG |
MPG - Hwy | 26 - 27 MPG | 38 - 44 MPG |
Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Cargo Space | Info not available | 74.1 ft3 |
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Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
Horsepower | 272 hp | 227 hp |
Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs | 1,653 lbs |
Exterior Length | 187.4 in | 183.5 in |
Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 73.4 in |
Leg Room |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage Hybrid 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 Kia Sportage Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
The Kia Sportage Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Acura RDX, making it more convenient to drive.
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 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Kia Sportage Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The Acura RDX is a little wider than the Kia Sportage Hybrid, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Acura RDX, which is slightly longer than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Handling
The Acura RDX has the same turning radius as the Kia Sportage Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
With the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Acura RDX.
The Acura RDX has a little more horsepower than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Acura RDX does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Sportage Hybrid.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura RDX and the Kia Sportage Hybrid.