Compare Acura RDX

Comparing the 2026 Acura RDX to the 2026 BMW X3 and the 2026 Audi Q5

Finding a luxurious SUV that suits your lifestyle will be easy with our team. The 2026 Acura RDX is a standout choice for many shoppers, and we want to show you how it outshines the competition. We put the 2026 Acura RDX head-to-head against the 2026 BMW X3 and the 2026 Audi Q5 to help you decide which should make it to your Charlotte driveway.

Each model offers athletic handling and impressive capabilities, but the 2026 Acura RDX separates itself from other models you might be considering. We put desirable features and traits in direct comparison to make it easier for you to decide which new SUV should make it to your Charlotte driveway.

We're here to answer your questions and help you find a model that matches your lifestyle. The 2026 Acura RDX is an elegant option that many Charlotte shoppers will love, and we want to show you how it stacks up to the 2026 BMW X3 and the 2026 Audi Q5.

2026 Acura RDX vs 2026 BMW X3

• You'll get a more powerful base engine when you choose the 2026 Acura RDX over the 2026 BMW X3.
• Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) is standard for the 2026 Acura RDX. The 2026 X3 also features all-wheel drive as a standard option.
• Choosing the 2026 Acura RDX will include a 10-speed automatic transmission. Choosing the 2026 BMW X3 will include an eight-speed automatic transmission.
• Wireless smartphone integration can maximize the enjoyment of driving either model.
• GPS-Linked Climate Control is an option for the 2026 Acura RDX, something you won't find available in the 2026 BMW X3.

• Anyone looking to maximize cargo space should choose the 2026 Acura RDX instead of the 2026 BMW X3.
• Enjoy the fresh air and sunlight from a panoramic tilt and slide roof that's standard for the 2026 Acura RDX. You would need to upgrade the 2026 X3 to have a panoramic roof.
• Maximize the legroom for your rear seats by choosing the 2026 Acura RDX over the 2026 X3.
• Both models give an upscale feel with ambient interior lighting. The 2026 Acura RDX can be upgraded to a 27-color system while the 2026 X3 has a 15-color system.
• Choose the 2026 Acura RDX to get Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow. The 2026 BMW X3 would need to be upgraded for Adaptive Cruise Control.

• You won't find a GPS-Linked Climate Control system available for the 2026 Audi Q5. The 2026 Acura RDX does not have a similar system available.
• Both models include many driver assistance systems to provide peace of mind while navigating highway traffic and busy Charlotte parking lots.
• The 2026 Acura RDX will provide more legroom for its front seats than the 2026 Audi Q5.
• You'll find Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration for both models, allowing you to listen to your favorite songs wherever you go.
• Wheel sizes for the 2026 Acura RDX include 19 and 20 inches. The 2026 Audi Q5 offers wheels that range in size from 17 to 21 inches.

2026 Acura RDX vs 2026 Audi Q5

• All-wheel drive helps both models maintain traction and control in slippery conditions and challenging terrain.
• You'll get a more powerful performance from the 2026 Acura RDX than the 2026 Audi Q5.
• Fit all your gear and equipment in the 2026 Acura RDX, coming with more cargo space than the 2026 Audi Q5.
• Heated front seats come standard in both models, optimizing comfort during your drive.
• Enjoy smooth shifts from a 10-speed automatic transmission in the 2026 Acura RDX, while the 2026 Q5 only has a seven-speed automatic transmission.