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2026 Acura ADX vs. 2026 Acura RDX Comparison

See how the 2026 Acura ADX and 2026 Acura RDX performed in our rigorous, independent road tests. Our experts evaluate hundreds of vehicles annually at our 327-acre testing facility, putting each model through over 50 data-driven assessments—including braking, emergency handling, fuel economy, and cabin noise. Review our side-by-side comparison of tested specifications, real-world fuel efficiency, and crash-test safety ratings to see which is the best for reliability, performance, and more.

Comparing 2 Models

ADX 2026

Luxury entry-level SUVs

2026 Acura ADX

$35,000 - $44,400

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RDX 2026

Luxury compact SUVs

2026 Acura RDX

$45,100 - $54,850

All Test Results
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About
About
The subcompact ADX SUV is based on the Honda HR-V and is available with front- or all-wheel drive. But unlike the HR-V's noisy and uninspiring 2.0-liter four-cylinder, the ADX uses a stronger 190-hp, 1.5-liter turbo-four that's also found in the Inte...
 
The RDX drives nicely, but it has confusing and distracting controls. The 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder is paired with a 10-speed automatic. It's an energetic powertrain once it gets past some initial hesitation starting up from a stop. We got 22 mp...
Highs
Highs
Green Checkmark Icon Short stopping distances
Green Checkmark Icon Easy-to-use controls
 
Green Checkmark Icon Handing
Green Checkmark Icon Acceleration
Green Checkmark Icon Stopping distances
Green Checkmark Icon Front-seat comfort
Green Checkmark Icon Fit and finish
Lows
Lows
Red 'X' Icon Loud cabin
Red 'X' Icon Lackluster acceleration
Red 'X' Icon Uncomfortable rear seat
Red 'X' Icon Only the top trim gets adjustable lumbar support
Red 'X' Icon Interior doesn’t exude a luxury feel
 
Red 'X' Icon Controls
Red 'X' Icon Engine noise
Red 'X' Icon Brake-pedal feel
Road Test Score
Road Test Score
/ 100
 
/ 100
Reliability
Reliability
/ 100
 
/ 100
Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
/ 100
 
/ 100

Overview

Body Styles
Body Styles

4-door SUV

 

4-door SUV

Trim Lines
Trim Lines

A-Spec with Advance Pkg, A-Spec, Base

 

A-Spec Advance, Advance, Tech, Base, A-Spec

Base Price Range
Base Price Range

$35,000 - $44,400

 

$45,100 - $54,850

Drive Wheels
Drive Wheels

AWD, FWD

 

AWD

Seating Capacity
Seating Capacity

2 Front, 3 Rear

 

2 Front, 3 Rear

Engines/Motors
Engines/Motors

1.5-liter 4 turbo (190 hp)

 

2-liter 4 turbo (272 hp)

Transmissions Available
Transmissions Available

CVT

 

10-speed Automatic

Performance

Comfort & Convenience

Fuel Economy & Range

Vehicle Safety

Specification

Warranty

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