2025 Acura
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2025 Lexus
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| MPG - City | 21 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 26 - 27 MPG | 32 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | Info not available | 46.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 272 hp | 203 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs | 2,000 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 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in |
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 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
The Acura RDX offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Lexus NX 250.
The Acura RDX will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 250.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura RDX as you will with the Lexus NX 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.
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 Lexus NX 250.
Dimensions
The Acura RDX is a little wider than the Lexus NX 250, 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 Lexus NX 250.
Handling
The Acura RDX has a larger turning radius than the Lexus NX 250, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus NX 250 is clearly the choice over the Acura RDX for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Acura RDX greatly out-muscles the Lexus NX 250.
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 Lexus NX 250.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura RDX and the Lexus NX 250.