190 hp, FWD or AWD
Choose ADX when a smaller body and straightforward equipment are more valuable than maximum power and room.
2026 Acura SUV comparison
2026 Acura ADX or RDX: which SUV fits you?
ADX and RDX both seat five, but they solve the job differently. ADX prioritizes a compact footprint, available AWD, and an approachable three-package range. RDX is larger, more powerful, and standard with torque-vectoring SH-AWD.
272 hp and standard SH-AWD
Choose RDX when passing response, cargo flexibility, and torque-vectoring all-wheel drive lead the list.
Five seats, different priorities
A back-to-back drive and cargo test will settle this comparison faster than package names.
The direct comparison
ADX and RDX solve different versions of a five-seat SUV
ADX wins on compact size and entry price. RDX wins on power, standard SH-AWD, and cabin room. Package equipment can overlap, so choose the vehicle before the package.
| Compare | 2026 ADX | 2026 RDX |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain | 190-hp turbo; CVT | 272-hp turbo; 10-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | FWD or AWD | Standard SH-AWD |
| Choose for | Parking, commuting, lower starting price | Acceleration, space, more active AWD system |
| Main tradeoff | Less power and room | Larger and more expensive |
Smaller is the benefit
Most trips carry one or two people, parking is tight, and you would rather spend on useful equipment than extra size.
Shop ADXThe power and room are worth it
Five seats are still enough, but you want 82 more horsepower, a 10-speed automatic, and standard SH-AWD.
Shop RDXSize is the first honest dividing line
ADX is Acura’s smallest SUV. It is easier to place in a tight parking space and may be all the cabin a one- or two-person household needs. RDX is a larger two-row SUV with more room to stretch out and carry gear, but it also asks you to park and maneuver a larger vehicle.
Set the driver’s seat, sit behind it, then load the cargo area. Do not compare published maximums in isolation. The shape of the opening, height of the floor, and way your own gear fits are what make the difference useful.
The powertrains belong to different categories
ADX uses a 190-hp 1.5-liter turbocharged engine and CVT. Front-wheel drive is standard and AWD is available on every package. RDX uses a 272-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, 10-speed automatic, and standard SH-AWD.
That difference shows up in passing response and driving character, not just a horsepower row. SH-AWD can actively distribute torque side to side at the rear; the ADX AWD system is aimed at added traction without turning the smaller SUV into an RDX.
- Drive both on the same on-ramp and rough pavement
- Compare turning space and camera coverage in one parking lot
- Check rear-seat room with the front seats identically positioned
- Ask about tire type and replacement cost on the exact trim
Equipment can cross over even when the vehicles do not
Top-package ADX A-Spec Advance includes leather, a 15-speaker Bang & Olufsen system, parking sensors, and a multi-view camera. RDX Advance adds heated rear seats, a head-up display, surround-view camera, and 16-speaker ELS STUDIO 3D audio.
A well-equipped ADX may therefore have a feature you care about more than a lower RDX package. Decide whether space and power or cabin equipment should win when the budgets overlap. That is the part a side-by-side test makes clear.
Official 2026 Acura data
Verify the package and model details
This page was checked against Acura’s 2026 model information in August 2026. Package equipment and production details can change; confirm the individual vehicle before purchase.
Before you make the drive
Questions worth settling first
These answers reflect Butler Acura and the current shopping process. Call about the specific vehicle when you need availability or equipment confirmed.
What is the biggest difference between Acura ADX and RDX?
ADX is smaller and uses a 190-hp engine with FWD or available AWD. RDX is larger and uses a 272-hp engine with standard torque-vectoring SH-AWD.
Does ADX have SH-AWD?
No. ADX offers an available AWD system. The RDX uses Acura’s torque-vectoring Super Handling All-Wheel Drive as standard equipment.
Which is better equipped, ADX A-Spec Advance or RDX?
It depends on the RDX package. ADX A-Spec Advance includes leather, premium audio, parking sensors, and a multi-view camera; higher RDX packages add features such as heated rear seats, a head-up display, and surround-view camera.
Available at Butler
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Current new Acura SUV matches from Butler Acura appear here. Open each listing to confirm drivetrain, package, equipment, and pricing.
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2026 Acura MDX
w/Advance Package AWD
- Advertised price
- $68,950
- MSRP
- $68,950
- Oregon vehicle privilege tax (0.5%)iThis estimate uses the configured 0.5% rate. Oregon vehicle privilege tax is governed by ORS 320.405 through 320.420. Oregon dealers pay the privilege tax and may pass it through to the buyer. Statutory exemptions, including certain vehicles over 26,000 pounds GVWR, still apply.
- +$345
- Dealer document fee
- +$200
- Electronic filing fee
- +$50
- Butler OTD Total
- $69,545
$1097/mo planning estimate
Free delivery availableCourtesy delivery within roughly 80 driving miles
Free courtesy delivery from Ashland
Common communities include:
Ashland · Talent · Phoenix · Medford · Jacksonville · Central Point · White City · Eagle Point · Gold Hill · Rogue River · Grants Pass · Shady Cove · Trail · Prospect · Cave Junction · Klamath Falls · Hornbrook · Yreka · Montague · Fort Jones · Weed · Mount Shasta Address and vehicle eligibility are confirmed by Butler Acura.
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2026 Acura MDX
w/Technology Package AWD
- Advertised price
- $61,450
- MSRP
- $61,450
- Oregon vehicle privilege tax (0.5%)iThis estimate uses the configured 0.5% rate. Oregon vehicle privilege tax is governed by ORS 320.405 through 320.420. Oregon dealers pay the privilege tax and may pass it through to the buyer. Statutory exemptions, including certain vehicles over 26,000 pounds GVWR, still apply.
- +$307
- Dealer document fee
- +$200
- Electronic filing fee
- +$50
- Butler OTD Total
- $62,007
$969/mo planning estimate
Free delivery availableCourtesy delivery within roughly 80 driving miles
Free courtesy delivery from Ashland
Common communities include:
Ashland · Talent · Phoenix · Medford · Jacksonville · Central Point · White City · Eagle Point · Gold Hill · Rogue River · Grants Pass · Shady Cove · Trail · Prospect · Cave Junction · Klamath Falls · Hornbrook · Yreka · Montague · Fort Jones · Weed · Mount Shasta Address and vehicle eligibility are confirmed by Butler Acura.
Butler Acura
2026 Acura MDX
Type S w/Advance Package AWD
- Advertised price
- $77,300
- MSRP
- $77,300
- Oregon vehicle privilege tax (0.5%)iThis estimate uses the configured 0.5% rate. Oregon vehicle privilege tax is governed by ORS 320.405 through 320.420. Oregon dealers pay the privilege tax and may pass it through to the buyer. Statutory exemptions, including certain vehicles over 26,000 pounds GVWR, still apply.
- +$387
- Dealer document fee
- +$200
- Electronic filing fee
- +$50
- Butler OTD Total
- $77,937
$1240/mo planning estimate
Free delivery availableCourtesy delivery within roughly 80 driving miles
Free courtesy delivery from Ashland
Common communities include:
Ashland · Talent · Phoenix · Medford · Jacksonville · Central Point · White City · Eagle Point · Gold Hill · Rogue River · Grants Pass · Shady Cove · Trail · Prospect · Cave Junction · Klamath Falls · Hornbrook · Yreka · Montague · Fort Jones · Weed · Mount Shasta Address and vehicle eligibility are confirmed by Butler Acura.
Butler Acura
2026 Acura Integra
w/A-Spec Technology Package FWD
- Advertised price
- $41,095
- MSRP
- $41,095
- Oregon vehicle privilege tax (0.5%)iThis estimate uses the configured 0.5% rate. Oregon vehicle privilege tax is governed by ORS 320.405 through 320.420. Oregon dealers pay the privilege tax and may pass it through to the buyer. Statutory exemptions, including certain vehicles over 26,000 pounds GVWR, still apply.
- +$205
- Dealer document fee
- +$200
- Electronic filing fee
- +$50
- Butler OTD Total
- $41,550
$621/mo planning estimate
Free delivery availableCourtesy delivery within roughly 80 driving miles
Free courtesy delivery from Ashland
Common communities include:
Ashland · Talent · Phoenix · Medford · Jacksonville · Central Point · White City · Eagle Point · Gold Hill · Rogue River · Grants Pass · Shady Cove · Trail · Prospect · Cave Junction · Klamath Falls · Hornbrook · Yreka · Montague · Fort Jones · Weed · Mount Shasta Address and vehicle eligibility are confirmed by Butler Acura.Compare in Ashland
Park them side by side.
Bring the stroller, luggage, or bulky item you carry most often, then drive both SUVs on the same route.