The Acura RDX is redesigned for 2019.The Technology package is the sweet spot for the 2019 RDX. In addition to this package's leather upholstery and premium audio, it adds navigation, parking sensors and additional driver assistance features. We recommend the all-wheel-drive variant for those drivers looking for improved handling and enhanced traction.
Pros Sharp steering and handling Roomy cabin and cargo area Well-trimmed cabin
Cons Options are bundled solely into packages No choice of powertrain
The first RDX to be entirely designed and constructed in the United States, the third-generation 2019 model is larger than the outgoing car in nearly every respect.
Pros Content rich, torque-vectoring agility of AWD model, quiet interior.
Cons Tight rear headroom, 10-speed needs a moment to think, touchpad infotainment controls require familiarization.
The 2019 Acura RDX ranked #2 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Acura RDX has a score of 9.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 16 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Adept handling Posh, spacious interior Supportive, roomy seats Lots of tech features
Cons Infotainment system has learning curve
The 2017 Audi Q7 gets a rakish new sport-wagon look, a finely detailed, tech-savvy interior, and serious chassis advancements underneath—including a dramatic weight loss, available rear-wheel steering, and a plug-in hybrid version. Most models with a third row really put a damper on most kinds of driving enjoyment, whether that be zigzagging through tightly mountain-road esses, or just maneuvering through the parking lot of your local supermarket.
Pros Sportier, more carlike look and feel Finely detailed cabin Innovative rear-wheel steering Weight loss and better mpg
Cons Best tech features limited to top trim Third row not all that usable Potentially very expensive
The 2017 Audi Q7 ranks 4 out of 21 Luxury Midsize SUVs. The completely redesigned 2017 Audi Q7 scores well in the very competitive luxury midsize SUV class. In particular, its combination of interior quality, passenger and cargo space, and performance stand out. Each of these are important considerations for shoppers in this segment.
Pros Potent V6 engine Nimble handling Luxurious interior
Cons Less cargo room than rivals
Few three-row luxury crossovers are as desirable as the fully redesigned 2017 Audi Q7. Thanks to a supremely comfortable cabin, a powerful V6 engine and the latest high-tech features, the Q7 delivers capability and elegance in a package that'll make you feel as if you've arrived. After a one-year hiatus, the Audi Q7 is back and fully redesigned for 2017. Highlights include revised styling, a roomier interior, new technology features, improved fuel economy and a new four-cylinder turbocharged engine.
pros Plenty of the latest safety features and driving aids Powerful supercharged V6 engine First-class cabin comfort with vault-like quietness Excellent IIHS safety scores
cons Limited cargo space compared to most other midsize SUVs
