Comparison - Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 2021 - vs - Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4MOTION 2020

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Volkswagen Teramont

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

46,100

Updated:

03 Jul 2020

44,395

Updated:

23 Jan 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.10gals

18.60gals

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:

Pure White

#FFFFFF

Platinum gray metallic

#4D5760

Deep black pearl

#0B0B0C

Tourmaline blue metallic

#1B3D58

Pacific Blue Metallic

#016BA6

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

Space comes before pace with the roomy 2020 Volkswagen Atlas.

Pros
Massive interior
Rides well
Easy third-row access
Spacious cargo area

Cons
Not fast
Not efficient
Not stylish
Not luxurious

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas's #7 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Volkswagen Atlas has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 32 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Roomy seats in every row
Cavernous cargo bay
User-friendly infotainment system
Carlike handling
Great fuel economy

Cons
Underpowered engines
Some downmarket cabin materials

By:

usnews.com

Now standard with VW Car-Net telematics app, free for five years.SE w/ Technology R-Line models and up get hands-free liftgate and parking sensors.SE w/ Technology models and up get 20-inch wheels; SEL Premiums upgrade to 21-inch wheels.The 2020 Volkswagen Atlas comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.

Pros
Spacious interior offers ample room for passengers in all three rows
Great compromise between precise handling and everyday comfort
Straightforward cabin design makes everything easy to use

Cons
Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6
Lags some competitors in fuel economy

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

21.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

26.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.00L

3.60L

Torque:

280ft-lbs

at 1 600rpm

266ft-lbs

at 2 750rpm

Horsepower:

272hp

at 6 500rpm

276hp

at 6 200rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.90Feet

38.10Feet

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:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

186.70in

198.30in

Width:

74.80in

78.30in

Height:

65.70in

70.00in

Ground Clearance:

8.20in

8.00in

Front Track:

64.20in

67.20in

Rear Track:

64.70in

67.80in

Wheel Base:

108.30in

117.30in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.00

41.30

Rear Head Room:

38.00

40.40

Front Leg Room:

42.00in

41.50in

Rear leg room:

38.00in

37.60in

Front Hip Room:

55.00in

58.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

60.00in

61.50in

Rear Hip Room:

50.00in

58.00in

Rear Shoulder room:

57.00in

60.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

79.80cu.ft

96.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

1500lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

31.10cu.ft

20.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

20.40degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.40degrees

Curb Weight:

4015.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

More Instruments:

Center limited slip differential

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

hands-free entry

Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Heated mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

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

6 -Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height-Adjustable Driver Seat

Leatherette

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

rear ventilation ducts

Split-folding rear seatback

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Center Armrest

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

four-wheel independent suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

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)

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

Memory Card Slot

USB With External Media Control

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

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

Ventilated Front Disc

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:

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

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Post-Collision Safety System

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Turn Signal Mirrors

LED Headlamp

Pre-Collision Safety System

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Cornering Lights

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Options

Packages:

VW Care

Combination Assistance Kit

Roadside Assistance Kit

2nd-Row Dual Captain’s Chairs

Exterior Options:

Wheel Locks

Splash Guards

Side Steps

Trailer Hitch Extras

Hood Deflector

Rear Bumper Applique

Roof Rack

Interior Options:

Rubber Mats Kit (Bench Seats)

Rubber Mats Kit (Captain's Chairs)

Luggage Net

Rearview Mirror W/Homelink

Carpeted Mats (Bench Seats)

Privacy Cover

Carpeted Mats (Captain's Chairs)

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ebony, premium leather/sueded microfiber

#0f0f0f

Red, premium leather/sueded microfiber

#9f3036

Color:

Shetland Beige, leatherette

#D2CAC3

Titan Black, leatherette

#000000

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Comparison - Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 2021 - vs - Volkswagen Atlas SEL 4MOTION 2020

General

Also called:

--

Also called:

Volkswagen Teramont

Expert Reviews

Fuel

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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