Jan 15, 2020
2020 LEXUS NX 300 VS. 2020 ACURA RDX

 

Drivers in the market for a luxury compact crossover will gain some insight from the below comparison of the 2020 Lexus NX 300 against the 2020 Acura RDX. The NX 300 enjoys edgy styling, a quiet, comfortable cabin and a powertrain that delivers a lively performance. Visit Longo Lexus to learn more about this two-row five-passenger luxury SUV. We are located in El Monte, near West Covina, Monterey Park, and Rosemead.

Comfort and Convenience

2020 Lexus NX 300

Comfortable and spacious seats are wrapped in NuLuxe® upholstery, while other standard features consist of a leather-trimmed steering wheel, powered front seats including up to ten and eight adjustment options for the driver and front passenger respectively, a 60/40 split-folding rear seat, and dual-zone climate control. Illuminated door handles, keyless entry with push-button start, and power-folding outside mirrors are also included. Perforated, leather-trimmed seating, heated and ventilated front seats, power-folding and -reclining rear seats, a power moonroof, and a power rear door with a kick sensor are available.

2020 Acura RDX

The cabin of the RDX comes with leatherette-trimmed seats, heated, 12-way power-adjustable front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 60/40-fold-down rear seatback, and a dual-zone automatic climate control system. Also, a keyless access system, power tailgate, heated side mirrors, and a panoramic moonroof are included. Optional are leather upholstery, 16-way power-adjustable, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and an acoustically insulated windshield.

Technology

2020 Lexus NX 300

Technology fills the cabin with an 8.0-inch infotainment display screen, Bluetooth®, Siri® Eyes Free, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, Amazon Alexa and Waze compatibility, a USB port, and a Wi-Fi hotspot as standard elements. Additionally, HD Radio®, an eight-speaker audio system, and Scout® GPS Link for driving directions are included. Optional are a 10.3-inch split-screen multimedia display, dynamic voice command, navigation, and the choice between a ten-speaker Lexus sound system or the new fourteen-speaker, 835-watt Mark Levinson® premium surround-sound audio system.

2020 Acura RDX

The infotainment display is 7.0-inches and utilizes Bluetooth® technology as well as integrates with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Siri® Eyes Free, SiriusXM® satellite radio, and HD Radio™. Also standard are a USB charging port, Wi-Fi hotspot capability, HomeLink®, and a nine-speaker audio system. Navigation, Song by Voice®, two additional USB ports, a sixteen-speaker, 710-watt ACURA/ELS Studio premium sound system, and a 10.5-inch head-up display are available.

Performance

2020 Lexus NX 300

For instant power off of the line, the Lexus NX 300 is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine teamed with a six-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the front wheels. The powertrain generates 235-hp and 258 lb-ft of torque, achieves an estimated 28 mpg on the Los Angeles highways and 22 mpg of city driving, and has a towing capacity of 2,000 pounds. Upgrading to the F SPORT model brings an adaptive variable suspension, unique 18-inch wheels, and race-inspired instrumentation. To maintain a better grip, all-wheel drive is optional.

2020 Acura RDX

The Acura RDX gets its power from a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder coupled with a ten-speed automatic transmission to produce up to 272-hp and 280 lb-ft of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard and allows the RDX to achieve an estimated fuel economy of 28 mpg of highway driving and 22 mpg in the city and tow up to 1,500 pounds. Available are all-wheel-drive and an adaptive damper system to adjust the suspension.

Pricing

2020 Lexus NX 300

Starting at $36,870 MSRP

2020 Acura RDX

Starting at $37,800 MSRP