Comparison - Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 2021 - vs - Kia EV6 GT 2023

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2021 Acura RDX - One of Americas Most Beloved Luxury SUV
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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
$
46,100
Updated: 
03 Jul 2020
$
61,600
Updated: 
20 Feb 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2023
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: 
Runway Red
#D0363F
Yacht Blue
#3153E7
Gravity Blue
#5F78A2
Aurora Black Pearl
#202020
Steel Matte Gray
#B5B5B8
Snow White Pearl
#FBFBFB
Glacier
#D0CDC2

Electric

Battery: 
77.4 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
206mi
Full Charge Time: 
time to charge battery (at 240V) - 8.9 hr.
Top Speed: 
118mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
4.50s

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
Cool exterior design,
zippy on-road personality,
spacious and nicely styled cabin.

Cons
Limited front-trunk space,
infotainment system is more retro than futuristic.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Pros
Quick acceleration and sporty handling
Plenty of room in the front and back
Compatible with the latest high-rate charging stations
Styling is sleeker than a hatchback and not as bulky as a true SUV

Cons
Not as much maximum cargo space as other electric SUVs
Front and rear visibility isn't the best
Underwhelming range in Edmunds' real-world testing
Operation of some driver assist features could be smoother

By: 
edmunds.com

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
545ft-lbs
Horsepower: 
272hp
at 6 500rpm
576hp
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.90Feet
39.40Feet

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
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
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.)
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Leather steering wheel
Heated steering wheel
Wireless charging
Adaptive cruise control

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
186.70in
184.80in
Width: 
74.80in
74.40in
Height: 
65.70in
60.80in
Ground Clearance: 
8.20in
6.10in
Front Track: 
64.20in
64.10in
Rear Track: 
64.70in
64.10in
Wheel Base: 
108.30in
114.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.00
36.80
Rear Head Room: 
38.00
38.00
Front Leg Room: 
42.00in
42.40in
Rear leg room: 
38.00in
39.60in
Front Hip Room: 
55.00in
54.90in
Front Shoulder Room: 
60.00in
57.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
50.00in
53.20in
Rear Shoulder room: 
57.00in
55.60in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
79.80cu.ft
50.20cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1500lbs
2300lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
31.10cu.ft
24.40cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
15.20degrees
Curb Weight: 
4015.00lbs
4795.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
Center limited slip differential

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
2 one-touch power windows
1st row power glass moonroof
Heated mirrors

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
Leatherette
Bucket front seats
6-way manual driver seat adjustments
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
2 memorized driver seat settings
6-way manual passenger seat adjustment
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Rear Seats Features: 
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Reclining rear seats
Multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Electronically Controlled MacPherson Struts, Multi (Dual) Lower Arms
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Independent, Multi-link, Stabilizer Bar
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
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Dual zone front climate control
Keyless ignition

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" infotainment display size
Meridian premium brand stereo system
Meridian premium brand speakers
14 total speakers
1 subwoofer(s)
Surround audio surround audio (discrete)
Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Speed sensitive volume control

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
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
Rear Privacy Glass
Front intermittent windshield wipers are convenient on rainy days.
Rear Spoiler
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
20 x 8.0 in.
21 x 8.5 in.
Wheels more: 
All season tires
painted alloy wheels
Performance tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21

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
ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
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
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Lane keep assist
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Colors

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