2020 Hyundai Santa Fe vs 2021 Acura RDX
Overview | |
MSRP$26,275 | MSRP$38,400 |
Listings189 | Listings67 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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2020 Hyundai Santa Fe Reviews SummaryLast year, Hyundai changed its approach to the Santa Fe. The smaller five-passenger Santa Fe Sport got drop-kicked from the automaker’s lineup, replaced by this completely redesigned version of the SUV. The larger seven-passenger Santa Fe got a new name for one model year (Santa Fe XL), and then the all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade replaced that vehicle. With the Palisade’s arrival, there is just one Santa Fe for 2020, a five-passenger crossover that resides in a sweet spot between traditional compact and midsize models. It gets several updates, too, including an standard rear-seat reminder system, an available camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor system, and new design accents to better distinguish the top trim level. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 272 hp I4 |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space35.9 cu ft | Cargo Space29.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3591 lbs | Curb Weight3783 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height65.7 in |
Length187.8 in | Length186.6 in |
Width74.4 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase108.9 in | Wheelbase108.3 in |
Maximum Payload1138 lbs | Maximum Payload1001 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $26,275 | $38,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Last year, Hyundai changed its approach to the Santa Fe. The smaller five-passenger Santa Fe Sport got drop-kicked from the automaker’s lineup, replaced by this completely redesigned version of the SUV. The larger seven-passenger Santa Fe got a new name for one model year (Santa Fe XL), and then the all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade replaced that vehicle. With the Palisade’s arrival, there is just one Santa Fe for 2020, a five-passenger crossover that resides in a sweet spot between traditional compact and midsize models. It gets several updates, too, including an standard rear-seat reminder system, an available camera-based Blind-Spot View Monitor system, and new design accents to better distinguish the top trim level. | 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 | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 35.9 cu ft | 29.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3591 lbs | 3783 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 65.7 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 186.6 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 108.9 in | 108.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1138 lbs | 1001 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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