2020 Dodge Durango vs 2021 Acura RDX
Overview | |
MSRP$30,795 | MSRP$38,400 |
Listings53 | Listings55 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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2020 Dodge Durango Reviews SummaryDodge says it has three muscle cars in its lineup, but if you check out the website, you’ll see the Challenger and Charger. Where is the third? According to Dodge, it’s the Durango three-row SUV. Even though it is a seven-passenger family hauler, it has eye-catching muscle car styling cues. It is also available in a number of high-horsepower trims that deliver on the styling. For that performance and style, you give up a bit of usability compared to leaders in the segment like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, and Kia Telluride. The Durango also feels a bit dated compared to those vehicles. So, is this tradeoff worth it? | |
2021 Acura RDX Reviews SummaryWhen Acura last redesigned the RDX for the 2019 model year, the company began a transformation that is now accelerating with the debut of the all-new 2021 TLX sedan and 2022 MDX SUV. Adopting the company’s latest exterior styling and interior design philosophies, as well as the completely rethought True Touch Interface infotainment system, the third-generation RDX confirmed Acura’s intent to return to the performance ethos that guided the brand during its early years. Now, the RDX is selling well in Canada relative to its segment. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.6L 293 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City19 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.6L 293 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower293 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City19 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space43.3 cu ft | Cargo Space29.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4680 lbs | Curb Weight3783 lbs |
Height70.9 in | Height65.7 in |
Length201.2 in | Length186.6 in |
Width85.5 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase119.8 in | Wheelbase108.3 in |
Maximum Payload1380 lbs | Maximum Payload1001 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity6200 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $30,795 | $38,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Dodge says it has three muscle cars in its lineup, but if you check out the website, you’ll see the Challenger and Charger. Where is the third? According to Dodge, it’s the Durango three-row SUV. Even though it is a seven-passenger family hauler, it has eye-catching muscle car styling cues. It is also available in a number of high-horsepower trims that deliver on the styling. For that performance and style, you give up a bit of usability compared to leaders in the segment like the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, and Kia Telluride. The Durango also feels a bit dated compared to those vehicles. So, is this tradeoff worth it? | When Acura last redesigned the RDX for the 2019 model year, the company began a transformation that is now accelerating with the debut of the all-new 2021 TLX sedan and 2022 MDX SUV. Adopting the company’s latest exterior styling and interior design philosophies, as well as the completely rethought True Touch Interface infotainment system, the third-generation RDX confirmed Acura’s intent to return to the performance ethos that guided the brand during its early years. Now, the RDX is selling well in Canada relative to its segment. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.6L 293 hp V6 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 19 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.6L 293 hp V6 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque | 260 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 293 hp @ 6400 rpm | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 43.3 cu ft | 29.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4680 lbs | 3783 lbs |
Height | 70.9 in | 65.7 in |
Length | 201.2 in | 186.6 in |
Width | 85.5 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 108.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1380 lbs | 1001 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 6200 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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