Acura RDX vs. MDX: What Critics Are Saying

August 19th, 2018 by

2018 Acura MDX

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How reliable is Acura? All you have to do is look at the Acura MDX reviews and Acura RDX reviews! But what do critics say about the difference between the MDX and the RDX? Find out what critics say here at Mike Hale Acura in Murray, UT.

Acura MDX Reviews

  • U.S. News & World Report – “The 2018 Acura MDX finishes near the top of our rankings thanks to great safety scores, an abundance of features, and a smooth ride.”*
  • Edmunds – “The 2018 Acura MDX may be less expensive than similarly sized three-row luxury SUVs, but by no means does that imply disappointment. This popular three-row crossover SUV is versatile and has an appealing mix of safety and luxury-oriented features.”**
  • Kelley Blue Book – “A fun-to-drive luxury SUV, the extremely popular 2018 Acura MDX offers families seating for seven and the highest safety ratings.”***

Acura RDX Reviews

  • U.S. News & World Report – “The redesigned 2019 Acura RDX finishes near the top of our luxury compact SUV rankings. The new RDX delivers on all fronts: it’s spacious, enjoyable to drive, and loaded with technology.”†
  • Edmunds – “Occupants enjoy an airy cabin, and the new in-floor storage of the large cargo area is a terrific bonus.”††
  • Kelley Blue Book – “It’s not often that “value” and “luxury” coincide, but in the 2019 RDX they are happy partners.”†††

Difference Between the MDX and RDX

The new Acura RDX and MDX are both offered with features like leather upholstery, the AcuraWatch™ driver assistance package, a V6 engine, and a variety of other premium packages. However, the Acura RDX is a bit smaller, more efficient, and more affordable, while the Acura MDX offers three rows for more passengers and cargo.

Check Out Both Reliable Acura SUVs Near Salt Lake City Today!

The Acura MDX and Acura RDX are both for sale right now near Orem at Mike Hale Acura, serving drivers in Draper and throughout greater Salt Lake City. Contact us anytime!

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*Please reference: https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/acura/mdx
**Please reference: https://www.edmunds.com/acura/mdx/2018/review/
***Please reference: https://www.kbb.com/acura/mdx/2018/
†Please reference: https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/acura/rdx
††Please reference: https://www.edmunds.com/acura/rdx/2019/review/
†††Please reference: https://www.kbb.com/car-news/all-the-latest/2019-acura-rdx-first-review/2100005459/
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