2020 Acura RDX vs 2021 Nissan Rogue

2020 Acura RDX
2020 Acura RDX
$37,800MSRP
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2021 Nissan Rogue
2021 Nissan Rogue
$26,050MSRP
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2020 Acura RDX
$37,800MSRP
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2021 Nissan Rogue
$26,050MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$37,800

MSRP

$26,050

Average price

$35,077

Average price

$27,671

Listings

52

Listings

321
Ratings & Reviews
User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.8 out of 10
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Unintuitive technology

2020 Acura RDX Reviews 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.

2021 Nissan Rogue Reviews Summary

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

Engine

2.5L 181 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

272 hp @ 6500 rpm

Horsepower

181 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG City

22

MPG City

27

MPG Highway

28

MPG Highway

35
2020 Acura RDX
2020 Acura RDX
$37,800MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Nissan Rogue
2021 Nissan Rogue
$26,050MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2020 Acura RDX
$37,800MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2021 Nissan Rogue
$26,050MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
Overview
MSRP
$37,800
$26,050
Average price
$35,077
$27,671
Listings
Ratings & Reviews
User reviews
4.8
4.9
Expert reviews

8.5 out of 10

Read full review

7.8 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Unintuitive technology
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).
Video
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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
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