Acura MDX vs. Acura RDX

Which Acura SUV is the right size with all the right features for your drives around Houston? Whether it’s the smaller Acura RDX or the three-row Acura MDX, you’re in for a treat every time you slide into the driver’s seat. The main difference between the Acura MDX and RDX is their size, but their performance figures also show some variation. Group 1 Acura Southwest Houston wants to help you make a smart decision between the RDX vs. MDX, so read below to compare them in detail!

2023 Acura MDX vs. RDX: Interior Space

Take a look inside these Acura SUVs and you’ll immediately spot a key difference between the Acura MDX and RDX: their row counts. The Acura RDX is a smaller two-row model, ideal for single drivers or smaller families. The larger Acura MDX is a three-row SUV that is ideal for larger families and drivers with lots of cargo. See below for a detailed comparison of the RDX vs. MDX interior measurements:

Acura MDX Interior Dimensions

• 7-passenger seating
• 139.1 cubic feet of passenger space
• 18.1 cubic feet of cargo space behind the 3rd row
• 48.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the 2nd row
• 95.0 cubic feet of cargo space behind the 1st row

Acura RDX Interior Dimensions

• 5-passenger seating
• 104 cubic feet of passenger space
• 29.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the 2nd row
• 58.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the 1st row

2023 Acura MDX vs. RDX: Performance

Another point of difference between the Acura MDX and RDX lies in their performance. The 2023 Acura MDX is driven by a larger 3.5L V6 engine, while the 2023 Acura RDX gets a 2.0L turbo I4 engine. Both engines are paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission, so you’ll enjoy lively and responsive driving dynamics in Bellaire. FWD is standard for both models, but you can upgrade to Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®). Compare the performance figures for the RDX vs. MDX below:

Acura MDX Performance Specs

• Standard 3.5L V6 engine
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• Standard 290 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque
• 19 mpg city/26 mpg highway*

Acura RDX Performance Specs

• Standard 2.0L turbo I4 engine
• 10-speed automatic transmission
• 272 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque
• 22 mpg city/28 mpg highway*

Test Drive the RDX vs. MDX at Group 1 Acura Southwest Houston!

You can take both of these remarkable Acura SUVs for a test drive at our dealership in Houston. Contact us to start planning your visit, and value your trade to discover how much your current vehicle could be worth.