2021 Ford Explorer vs 2021 Acura RDX
Overview | |
MSRP$32,925 | MSRP$38,400 |
Listings149 | Listings63 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
2021 Ford Explorer Reviews Summary | |
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 | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space29.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight3783 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height65.7 in |
Length198.8 in | Length186.6 in |
Width89.3 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase108.3 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload1001 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,925 | $38,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | 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. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
MPG City | 21 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 29.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 3783 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 65.7 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 186.6 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 108.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 1001 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | 1500 lbs |

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