Compare repair costs, reliability, and owner reviews
Acura MDX
$571
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Acura RDX
$497
Average Annual
Repair Cost
Overall Reliability Rating
4
Excellent
The Acura MDX Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 2nd out of 14 for luxury midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $571 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is low while frequency of those issues is average, so major issues are uncommon for the MDX.
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The Acura RDX Reliability Rating is 4.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it 1st out of 11 for luxury compact SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $497 which means it has lower than average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is low while frequency of those issues is average, so major issues are uncommon for the RDX.
“1 biggie: 77K the transmission locked up. Lucky me..I had purchased 100K warranty. It was replaced and is running great again. Like promised, EGR valve failed-but for some reason, every car I...”
“1 biggie: 77K the transmission locked up. Lucky me..I had purchased 100K warranty. It was...”
“Overall the car is very reliable but the turbo charged engine delivers uneven power and gets terrible gas mileage (19 miles to the gallon overall). The suspension is tight which makes for an...”
“Overall the car is very reliable but the turbo charged engine delivers uneven power and gets...”
The Acura MDX and the Acura RDX are both SUVs from the same carmaker. The MDX is a midsize, three-row luxury SUV. The Acura RDX is a compact, two-row luxury SUV. Both come with front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive.
Comparing power outputs, the larger Acura MDX has a standard engine with 290 horsepower, with 321 horsepower available in the Sport Hybrid model. The smaller RDX has a single engine choice with 272 horsepower.
In terms of cargo space, the Acura MDX has the edge, as you would expect, with a total of 71.6 cubic feet with the second- and third-row seats folded. The Acura RDX has 64.3 cubic feet of space with the rear seats folded.
The choice between the Acura MDX and the Acura RDX comes down to how much space you need. If you need three rows of seating, the MDX is the one. If a two-row will do just fine, go with the RDX.