Comparison - Jaguar I-Pace HSE 2019 - vs - Acura RDX Technology 2019
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Expert Reviews
The 2019 Jaguar I-Pace tackles the Tesla question with a direct challenge: It's a better-looking Model X rival with a more traditional kind of prestige attached.
Pros
All-electric powertrain
No interior gimmicks
240-mile range
All the elements for good handling
Spacious interior
Cons
Unconventional shape
Just one battery size
Reliability is always a concern
Will Tesla shoppers make the jump?
Expensive first try
The 2019 Jaguar I-Pace ranked #1 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Jaguar I-Pace has a score of 9.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 12 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros
Bracing, near-silent acceleration
Exhilarating driving dynamics
Impressive all-electric range
Spacious, elegant cabin
Cons
Infotainment-related technology can be wonky and slow to respond
If you’re still anticipating that the arrival of any new electric vehicle will undo a 15-year-old car company, it’s time to let go of that fantasy. The Tesla killer is a myth. A phantom. A four-wheeled Chupacabra. That’s true even as the 2019 Jaguar I-Pace—a $70,495 five-seat crossover with an estimated 240 miles of range—establishes itself as the most complete electric vehicle yet. A Tesla competitor? Absolutely. Will it suck the life out of Tesla sales? Not a chance.
Pros
Equal parts speed and serenity,
luxe fit and finish.
Cons
Slow-acting touchscreens,
incomplete public charging network.
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
