The 2025 Acura RDX epitomizes sporty luxury with its refined mix of style, comfort and utility. Additionally, owners won’t have to sacrifice athletic handling for luxury when they are behind the wheel of the current RDX. A comparison between the 2025 Acura RDX vs 2025 Lexus NX will very clearly show the advantages of the former over the latter. The 2025 Acura offers more performance, more front legroom and more cargo space than its Lexus rival. Follow along with Sterne Acura while we take a closer look at these to top compact crossover SUV options.
| 2025 Acura RDX | 2025 Lexus NX | |
| Base Engine | Turbo. 2.0-L, 4-Cyl. | 2.5-L, 4-Cyl. |
| Horsepower/Torque (lb.-ft.) | 272 / 280 | 203 / 184 |
| Fuel Economy (L/100 km) | 11.0 / 8.6 | 9.4 / 7.4 |
| Legroom (mm) | 1,057 / 975 | 1,041 / 917 |
| Max. Cargo Space (L) | 2,260 | 1,328 |
Performance
Athletic Performance
Every 2025 Acura RDX uses the same turbocharged 2.0-litre, four-cylinder engine, making 272 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. There are several engines available with the 2025 Lexus NX. However, none of them make as much power as what’s available with the RDX.
Fuel Economy
Most trims of the 2025 RDX will record 11.0 L/100 km in the city and 8.6 L/100 km on the highway. While the Lexus NX does get slightly better fuel consumption scores, that comes at the price of slower acceleration and sporty performance.
Interior Space
Passenger Space
Both crossover SUVs have two rows of seats that can hold five passengers. However, the driver and front passenger in the 2025 Acura RDX will have more legroom than their Lexus NX counterparts. Rear passengers in both SUVs will have about the same amount of legroom.
Cargo Volume
Every crossover SUV is evaluated on its available cargo volume. When the rear seats are folded down, there will be up to 2,260 litres of cargo space in the 2025 RDX. This is nearly double what’s available in the Lexus NX (1,328 L).
Technology
Device Connectivity
Both the Acura RDX and Lexus NX are equipped with wireless access to the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto suites. However, the RDX also offer compatibility with Amazon Alexa, expanding the device compatibility for Sterne Acura customers.
Safety
Both automakers, Acura and Lexus, provide excellent safety systems. The 2025 RDX is protected by the AcuraWatch system to help keep drivers and their passengers away from potentially hazardous situations. AcuraWatch is comprised of:
- Lane Keeping Assist System
- Forward Collision Warning
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow
- Road Departure Mitigation System
- Collision Mitigation Braking System
- Cross Traffic Monitoring
- Blind Spot Information System
- Traffic Sign Recognition
Acura has outdone themselves with the 2025 RDX to allow it to dominate the compact crossover SUV segment. You can make an appointment with a Sterne Acura product expert today if you would like to see the current Acura RDX in person, learn more about it or to schedule a personalized test drive. Once you make the decision to take it home, don’t forget to stop by the service department to schedule your first round of recommended maintenance to keep it running in peak condition.