Comparison - Acura RDX Technology 2018 - vs - Ford Escape SEL 2018

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Acura RDX Technology 2018

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

41,000

Updated:

03 Mar 2016

29,450

Updated:

17 Mar 2018

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Front Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

16.00gals

15.70gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Basque Red Pearl II

#582129

Crystal Black Pearl

#080808

Kona Coffee Metallic

#3B342E

Lunar Silver Metallic

#7E7E7E

Modern Steel Metallic

#47484D

White Diamond Pearl

#D3D3D3

Color:

Canyon Ridge Metallic

#9E735B

Ingot Silver Metallic

#C0BFC4

Lightning Blue Metallic

#34496F

Magnetic Metallic

#646368

Oxford White

#DDDEDE

Shadow Black

#303030

White Gold Metallic

#BBB5AB

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

For many reasons, the Acura RDX is one of our top picks in the luxury compact SUV segment. It's a well-made and well-equipped SUV that is a clear, premium step up from mainstream compact SUVs such as the Honda CR-V. Its value is undeniable and a must-drive for buyers who value smart engineering and style equally.

PROS
Strong acceleration and fuel economy from standard V6 engine
Elevated rear seat provides generous legroom and a commanding view
More features than competitors at a similar or much lower price
Generous cargo capacity for the segment

CONS
Cabin lacks overtly luxurious look and feel
High-tech safety features and adaptive cruise control don't work as well as some rival systems
Technology interface can be distracting to use

By:

edmunds.com

The 2018 Acura RDX ranked #1 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Acura RDX has a score of 8.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 53 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Spacious, adult-friendly seats in both rows
Convenient cargo area
Refined, competent V6 engine

Cons
Complicated, confusing infotainment systems
Fewer available amenities than some rivals
No engine or performance upgrades available

By:

usnews.com

The 2018 Ford Escape ranked #2 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Ford Escape has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 56 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Sporty handling
Premium interior with user-friendly tech
Good safety score and great predicted reliability rating
Above-average cargo space

Cons
Unimpressive fuel economy

By:

usnews.com

The Escape is fundamentally unchanged for 2018, but there are some tweaks to the lineup and to its standard-equipment offerings.The SEL comes standard with leather-trimmed seating, a power liftgate, heated exterior mirrors, an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and LED running lights.

Pros
Graceful turbocharged 2.0-liter engine,
smooth ride,
attractive and intuitive infotainment system.

Cons
Less rear-seat and cargo space than the class leaders,
turbo engines return mediocre fuel economy.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2018 Ford Escape has the road manners of another kind of car—but don't worry, it still works well as a crossover.

Pros
Tough-hatch lines
Ample cargo bin
Wonderfully taut handling
Tech options aplenty
Brisk 2.0-liter acceleration

Cons
Busy, space-robbing dash
Firm seats, if you’re not into that
Not much SUV, if you’re into that
Optimistic EPA ratings

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

22.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

27.00mpg

28.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

1.50L

Torque:

252ft-lbs

at 4 900rpm

177ft-lbs

at 2 500rpm

Horsepower:

279hp

at 6 200rpm

179hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.90Feet

38.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

184.40in

178.10in

Width:

73.70in

72.40in

Height:

65.00in

66.30in

Ground Clearance:

8.10in

7.80in

Front Track:

63.10in

61.50in

Rear Track:

63.40in

61.60in

Wheel Base:

105.70in

105.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.70

39.90

Rear Head Room:

38.10

39.00

Front Leg Room:

42.00in

43.10in

Rear leg room:

38.30in

37.30in

Front Hip Room:

55.70in

54.50in

Front Shoulder Room:

58.70in

55.90in

Rear Hip Room:

53.80in

52.40in

Rear Shoulder room:

57.20in

55.20in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

76.90cu.ft

68.00cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

26.10cu.ft

34.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

17.20degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.70degrees

Curb Weight:

3931.00lbs

3678.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated mirrors

Hands-free entry

Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Heated mirrors

1 One-Touch Power Window

Remote Keyless Power Door Locks

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power driver seat

8 -way power passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Height adjustable passenger seat

Leather

Multi-level heating driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Ventilated passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Bucket front seats

8 -way power passenger seat

8 -way power driver seat

Leather

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Height-Adjustable Driver Seat

4-Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Leather

Height-Adjustable Driver Seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Folding center armrest

Reclining rear seats

Rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Sun sensor

Turn signal in mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Interior Air Filtration

Leather and simulated alloy steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

1 subwoofer(s)

10 total speakers

410 watts stero output

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Speed sensitive volume control

Els studio Premium Audi System with 10 speakers

MP3/auxiliary input jack

Pandora compatibility

Aha™ compatibility

SMS text message function

HandsFreeLink® wireless telephone interface

AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic

Traffic Rerouting

Maintenance Minder system

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

6 total speakers

6 Months of provided satellite radio service

Speed sensitive volume control

USB Connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid Rear Disc Brakes

solid rear disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

3-point height-adjustable seat belts with load limiters and automatic tensioning system (front)

Turn signal mirrors

Airbag Deployment Notification*

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Multi-View rearview camera

Blind spot information (BSI) system

Dual-stage, multiple-threshold front airbags (SRS)

Front side airbags with SmartVent technology

Theft-deterrent system with electronic immobilizer

Side-impact door beams

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear height adjustable headrests

Airbag Deployment Notification

Rear center 3-point belt

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Turn signal mirrors

2 Front Headrests

3 Rear Headrests

4-Wheel ABS

Options

Packages:

1.5L EcoBoost Class II Trailer Tow Package

Equipment Group 300A

Safe And Smart Package

Sel Sport Appearance Package

Exterior Options:

Wheel Locking Lug Nuts (VP)

Splash Guards (VP)

Black Roof Rail Cross Bars

Power Panoramic Vista Roof

Interior Options:

All Weather Floor Mats

Interior Cargo Cover

Cargo Area Protector

Smoker's Package (Fleet)

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ebony, leatherette

#151515

Graystone, leatherette

#78756F

Parchment, leatherette

#C7B89B

Color:

Charcoal Black, cloth

#434343

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Expert Reviews

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Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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