2024 Acura RDX vs. 2024 Nissan Murano Review

Picture of the 2024 Acura RDX

2024 Acura
RDX

MSRP*: $44,350 to $54,150
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Picture of the 2024 Nissan Murano

2024 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $38,740 to $48,450
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MPG - City 21 MPG 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 65.0 - 67.0 ft3
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 272 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 187.4 in 192.8 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 38.1 - 39.9 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.8 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
The Acura RDX offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Nissan Murano, with comparable head- and legroom. 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 Nissan Murano.

Convenience
The Nissan Murano 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 is somewhat more expensive than the Nissan Murano.

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

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

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Acura RDX will do just as well as the Nissan Murano, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Acura RDX has a little more horsepower than the Nissan Murano.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Acura RDX transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Nissan Murano.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura RDX and the Nissan Murano.