2020 Acura RDX vs 2021 Nissan Rogue
Overview | |
MSRP$37,800 | MSRP$26,050 |
Average price$35,063 | Average price$27,815 |
Listings56 | Listings320 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2020 Acura RDX Reviews SummaryIt should no longer be breaking news that, to new-car buyers, crossovers are king. Within that market, the small luxury crossover segment has been growing at an incredible rate. Every automaker wants to get a piece, but Acura has long been an early adopter with its 2-row, 5-passenger RDX. The Acura RDX, built at Honda's Marysville, Ohio, assembly plant, was first introduced for the 2007 model year. From the start, the RDX enjoyed great success. It entered its third generation with the 2019 model year, and it offers plenty of space, creature comforts, and safety tech. That 2019 model carries over to the 2020 vehicle we tested. The RDX competes with the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, Audi Q5, and BMW X3, and it holds its own against all three. It offers more content at a lower price, and in some cases, it has better safety technology. It also competes with the Lexus NX, Jaguar F-PACE, and Lincoln MKC. We reviewed the 2019 RDX and came away with a very favourable conclusion. But seeing as this is one of the best-selling small luxury SUVs—and Acura’s best selling vehicle—it seemed like a good time to take a closer look and unpack more of what we like and dislike about the RDX. We’ll also determine which trim of the RDX provides the best value to shoppers. | |
2021 Nissan Rogue Reviews SummaryRedesigned from the top down for the 2021 model year, the third-generation Nissan Rogue features numerous improvements, including in areas that aren’t obvious: on top of its engine and exterior and interior design, the platform and chassis are also entirely new to this nameplate. This means that all Rogue buyers benefit from the best of its improvements, not just those who can afford the top trim. This overall value contributed to making the new Rogue a Canadian award winner in its segment as judged by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 272 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 181 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 272 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 181 hp I4 |
Torque280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | Torque181 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall3 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.5 cu ft | Cargo Space31.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3783 lbs | Curb Weight3371 lbs |
Height65.7 in | Height66.5 in |
Length186.8 in | Length183.0 in |
Width74.8 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase108.3 in | Wheelbase106.5 in |
Maximum Payload1001 lbs | Maximum Payload1115 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $37,800 | $26,050 |
Average price | $35,063 | $27,815 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.9 |
Expert reviews | 8.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | It should no longer be breaking news that, to new-car buyers, crossovers are king. Within that market, the small luxury crossover segment has been growing at an incredible rate. Every automaker wants to get a piece, but Acura has long been an early adopter with its 2-row, 5-passenger RDX. The Acura RDX, built at Honda's Marysville, Ohio, assembly plant, was first introduced for the 2007 model year. From the start, the RDX enjoyed great success. It entered its third generation with the 2019 model year, and it offers plenty of space, creature comforts, and safety tech. That 2019 model carries over to the 2020 vehicle we tested. The RDX competes with the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, Audi Q5, and BMW X3, and it holds its own against all three. It offers more content at a lower price, and in some cases, it has better safety technology. It also competes with the Lexus NX, Jaguar F-PACE, and Lincoln MKC. We reviewed the 2019 RDX and came away with a very favourable conclusion. But seeing as this is one of the best-selling small luxury SUVs—and Acura’s best selling vehicle—it seemed like a good time to take a closer look and unpack more of what we like and dislike about the RDX. We’ll also determine which trim of the RDX provides the best value to shoppers. | Redesigned from the top down for the 2021 model year, the third-generation Nissan Rogue features numerous improvements, including in areas that aren’t obvious: on top of its engine and exterior and interior design, the platform and chassis are also entirely new to this nameplate. This means that all Rogue buyers benefit from the best of its improvements, not just those who can afford the top trim. This overall value contributed to making the new Rogue a Canadian award winner in its segment as judged by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC). |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 272 hp I4 | 2.5L 181 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 272 hp I4 | 2.5L 181 hp I4 |
Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | 181 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
Horsepower | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | 181 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 3 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.5 cu ft | 31.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3783 lbs | 3371 lbs |
Height | 65.7 in | 66.5 in |
Length | 186.8 in | 183.0 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 106.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1001 lbs | 1115 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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