2025 Acura RDX vs. 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2025 Acura RDX

2025 Acura
RDX

MSRP*: $44,700 to $54,450
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Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid

2025 Hyundai
Tucson Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,465 to $41,295
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MPG - City 21 MPG 37 - 38 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 27 MPG 36 - 38 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 80.0 ft3
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 272 hp 231 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 187.4 in 182.7 - 184.1 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 38.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 38.7 - 39.5 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid than in the Acura RDX, due to its greater 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 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

Convenience
The Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Acura RDX is a little wider than the Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is clearly the choice over the Acura RDX for pulling heavy loads. The Acura RDX has a little more horsepower than the Hyundai Tucson Hybrid.

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