The name sounds odd, but the Touareg offers a comfortable ride and spirited performance—something we all can understand. Its 3.6-liter V-6 makes 280 hp and is mated to an eight-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. The Touareg is large, comfortable, and solid—plus it’s equally at home both on and off the pavement. A standard touchscreen infotainment display is functional but dated; the optional adaptive cruise control and automated emergency braking, however, are well engineered and effective.
PROS Comfortable, tech-laden interior Active safety functions 3.5 tonne towing, real off-road ability Ride on standard air suspension
CONS No seven-seat option Lacks a full-size spare tyre Expensive for a Volkswagen
The 2020 Acura RDX is a stylish, strong-performing crossover SUV worthy of a place on any shopping list.
Pros Good looks Powerful turbo-4 Classy interior design Impressive AWD system Priced right
Cons Convoluted controls Rear seat could be better So-so fuel economy Rivals offer more cachet
The 2020 Acura RDX ranked #2 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Acura RDX has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 32 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Balanced ride Good fuel efficiency Plenty of technology features Lots of cabin space
Cons Non-intuitive infotainment system No engine upgrades available
The 2020 Acura RDX comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic.No significant changes this year.Part of the third RDX generation introduced for 2020.
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 Overall performance lags behind competitors