2021 Toyota Venza vs 2021 Acura RDX
Overview | |
MSRP$32,670 | MSRP$38,400 |
Listings59 | Listings53 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
2021 Toyota Venza Reviews SummaryAt first glance, the 2021 Toyota Venza looks more like a Lexus than a typical Toyota, which is fitting, because the Venza is anything but typical. The new Venza blends a new approach to in-car technology with fresh exterior and interior design. Like the Nissan Murano, Honda Passport, Ford Edge, and Chevrolet Blazer, the 2021 Venza is a two-row SUV meant to be more sophisticated than the family-friendly Nissan Rogue, Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Equinox, and Toyota RAV4. There is no three-row Venza option. It also comes only with a hybrid powertrain—for better or worse—something that its competition is lacking. All-wheel drive is also standard. The Venza’s $38,490 Canadian starting price is slightly higher than the Murano and Blazer, but it comes with the traditionally more expensive hybrid powertrain. Is the hybrid worth shelling out a little more for in a new vehicle? | |
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 | |
Engine2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity0.93 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City40 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity0.93 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City40 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway37 | 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 Space28.8 cu ft | Cargo Space29.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3847 lbs | Curb Weight3783 lbs |
Height65.9 in | Height65.7 in |
Length186.6 in | Length186.6 in |
Width73.0 in | Width74.8 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase108.3 in |
Maximum Payload900 lbs | Maximum Payload1001 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $32,670 | $38,400 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | At first glance, the 2021 Toyota Venza looks more like a Lexus than a typical Toyota, which is fitting, because the Venza is anything but typical. The new Venza blends a new approach to in-car technology with fresh exterior and interior design. Like the Nissan Murano, Honda Passport, Ford Edge, and Chevrolet Blazer, the 2021 Venza is a two-row SUV meant to be more sophisticated than the family-friendly Nissan Rogue, Honda CR-V, Chevrolet Equinox, and Toyota RAV4. There is no three-row Venza option. It also comes only with a hybrid powertrain—for better or worse—something that its competition is lacking. All-wheel drive is also standard. The Venza’s $38,490 Canadian starting price is slightly higher than the Murano and Blazer, but it comes with the traditionally more expensive hybrid powertrain. Is the hybrid worth shelling out a little more for in a new vehicle? | 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 | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 0.93 kWh | |
MPG City | 40 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 0.93 kWh | |
MPG City | 40 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 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 | 28.8 cu ft | 29.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3847 lbs | 3783 lbs |
Height | 65.9 in | 65.7 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 186.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 74.8 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 108.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 900 lbs | 1001 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1500 lbs | |
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