Comparison - Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 2021 - vs - Hyundai Ioniq 5 2022

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
46,100
Updated: 
03 Jul 2020
£
44,945
Updated: 
14 Aug 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2022
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
1-speed Direct Drive
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.10gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Modern Steel Metallic
#494a4c
Majestic Black Pearl
#1c252d
Performance Red Pearl
#971c30
Platinum White Pearl
#f4f4f4
Apex Blue Pearl
#022a72
Lunar Silver Metallic
#8d919a
Color: 
Atlas White
#B8BABA
Phantom Black
#313234
Digital Teal
#516870
Lucid Blue
#506171
Cyber Gray
#868789

Electric

Battery: 
73 kWh
Full Charge Time: 
Estimated Public 50kW CCS (80%) in 56 min 30 sec
Top Speed: 
115mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
5.20s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2021 Acura RDX satisfies sport-sedan drivers and crossover needers alike with strong performance and scads of space.

Pros
Smart style
Strong turbo-4
Warm, inviting cabin
Tech-savvy AWD
Above-par ride and handling

Cons
Infotainment touchpad
Needs better rear seats
Meh on the gas mileage
Cliché-free; cachet-free, too?

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2021 Acura RDX's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Compact SUVs category. Currently the Acura RDX has a score of 8.1 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 24 pieces of research and data elements using various.

Pros
Long list of standard features
Roomy cabin
Balanced ride
Athletic handling

Cons
No engine upgrades available
Clunky infotainment system
Below-average predicted reliability rating

By: 
usnews.com

No significant changes for 2021.Part of the third RDX generation introduced for 2019.

Pros
Roomy cabin and cargo area
Sharp steering and handling
Well-trimmed cabin
Lots of available tech for much less than competitors

Cons
No choice of powertrain
Options are bundled solely into packages
Touchpad controller can be difficult to use

By: 
edmunds.com

Pros
Hyundai’s best-looking car ever,
lounge-y interior, comfort,
clever charging,
healthy range

Cons
Heavyweight boat-y handling.
Badge snobs scoffing “how much?!

By: 
topgear.com

Pros
Retro-futuristic styling looks fantastic
Super spacious interior
Feels impressively posh

Cons
Alternatives offer greater range…
...and have larger boots
Steering column needs more reach adjustment

By: 
carwow.co.uk

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Electric
Fuel Economy City USA: 
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
26.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Electric

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
Torque: 
280ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
258ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
272hp
at 6 500rpm
300hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.90Feet
39.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
Audio and cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
turn signal in mirrors
Sun sensor
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
12V Power Outlet in Front Console
Heated Steering Wheel
Luggage Cover
Drive Mode Select - Eco Normal Sport
Parking Distance Warning (PDW); Forward / Reverse
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
Smart Electric Tailgate - Hand's Free Opening Function

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
186.70in
182.00in
Width: 
74.80in
74.40in
Height: 
65.70in
63.10in
Ground Clearance: 
8.20in
Front Track: 
64.20in
64.40in
Rear Track: 
64.70in
64.40in
Wheel Base: 
108.30in
118.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.00
Rear Head Room: 
38.00
Front Leg Room: 
42.00in
Rear leg room: 
38.00in
Front Hip Room: 
55.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
60.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
50.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
79.80cu.ft
56.00cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1500lbs
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
31.10cu.ft
18.60cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
4015.00lbs
4629.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
no
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no
More Instruments: 
Center limited slip differential
Driver's Supervision Instrument Cluster with full TFT Display (12.3"")

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
hands-free entry
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors
Door Mirrors - Electric Adjustment and Heated
Door Mirrors - Electric Folding
Electric Windows - Front and Rear with Anti-Trap Mechanism and One Touch Control (Driver Window)

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
multi-level heating driver seat
ventilated driver seat
ventilated passenger seat
8 -way power passenger seat
height adjustable driver seat
multi-level heating passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
premium leather/sueded microfiber
8 -way power driver seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver's Seat Electric Adjustments
Driver's Seat Lumbar Support (Electric)
Front Passenger's Seat Electric Adjustments
Front Passenger's Seat Lumbar Support (Electric)
Front Seats - Heated
Front Seats - Ventilated
Head Restraints - Vertical and Horizontal Adjustment (Front)
Rear Seats Features: 
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear Seats - Sliding - Manual
Rear Seats (Outer) - Heated
Rear Seats (Second Row) - Split Folding (60/40)

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Multi-link
Suspension Info: 
four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Air Conditioning - Climate Control (Dual Zone)
Sun Visors - with Driver and Passenger Illuminated Vanity Mirrors and Driver Ticket Holder
Rear Windscreen - Heated and Privacy
Inside Rear View Mirror - Electrochrome

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
16 total speakers
speed sensitive volume control
auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
710 watts stereo output
USB connection
1 subwoofer(s)
surround audio surround audio (discrete)
12.3" Touchscreen Satellite Navigation and Media Centre
Bluetooth® Connectivity with Voice Recognition
Driver's Supervision Instrument Cluster with full TFT Display (12.3"")
Head Up Display (HUD)
7 Speakers + 1 Subwoofer
Wireless Phone Charging Pad

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation with Wiper Integration
LED-Illuminated Dragon Tail Taillights, Brakelights, Side Mirror-Integrated Directional Signals, Rear License and Center High Mount Stop Light
Heated Side Mirrors
Windscreen with accoustic film
Windscreen Auto Defog Function
Windscreen and Front Windows - Solar Glass
Rear Windows - Privacy
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 x 8.0 in.
19"
Wheels more: 
All season tires
painted alloy wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R19

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
remote anti-theft alarm system
pre-collision safety system
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
LED headlamp
blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Individual Tyre Pressure Warning
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) - Line and Road Edge
Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
HDA - Highway Drive Assist
Forward Collision Avoidance Assist - Junction ( Turning / Crossing)
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Childproof Rear Door Locks
Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA)

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Ebony, premium leather/sueded microfiber
#0f0f0f
Red, premium leather/sueded microfiber
#9f3036