2024 Acura RDX vs. 2024 INFINITI QX50 Review

Picture of the 2024 Acura RDX

2024 Acura
RDX

MSRP*: $44,350 to $54,150
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Picture of the 2024 INFINITI QX50

2024 INFINITI
QX50

MSRP*: $41,000 to $58,050
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MPG - City 21 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 27 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 64.4 - 65.1 ft3
Engine
  • 272-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 272 hp 268 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 lbs 3,000 lbs
Exterior Length 187.4 in 184.7 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 74.9 in
Leg Room Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 40.0 - 41.0 in
Rear 38.4 - 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Acura RDX than the INFINITI QX50. 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 INFINITI QX50.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Acura RDX as you will with the INFINITI QX50, 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). Whether you pick the Acura RDX or the INFINITI QX50, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Acura RDX is about the same width as the INFINITI QX50. When looking at overall length, the Acura RDX takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the INFINITI QX50.

Handling
The Acura RDX has a larger turning radius than the INFINITI QX50, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Acura RDX and the INFINITI QX50.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Acura RDX and the INFINITI QX50 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Acura RDX and the INFINITI QX50.