Acura RDX vs Chevrolet Traverse
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Chevrolet Traverse
Overview
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | RDX | LT |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,100 | $40,800 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $18,766 | $12,219 (best) |
| Median listing price | $36,000 (best) | $42,777 |
| Highest listing price | $56,900 (best) | $62,084 |
| For sale now | 69 | 188 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.1 gal | 19.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp | 328 hp (best) |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 326 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 58.9 cu ft | 97.6 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,014 lbs (best) | 4,504 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 121 in (best) |
| Length | 187.4 in | 204.5 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 79.6 in (best) |
| Height | 65.7 in | 69.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura RDX | Chevrolet Traverse |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RDX $45,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LT $40,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $47,700 MSRP | LT $42,800 MSRP |
| 3 | A-Spec Package $50,700 MSRP | Z71 $49,100 MSRP |
| 4 | Advance Package $52,850 MSRP | RS $55,800 MSRP |
| 5 | A-Spec Advance Package $54,850 MSRP | RS $57,800 MSRP |
| 6 | — | High Country $56,100 MSRP |
| 7 | — | High Country $58,100 MSRP |
Live inventory
Acura RDX69 for sale
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Used2020 Acura RDX
Technology Package
Platinum White Pearl•Ebony143,181 mi$18,805Drive Appeal
Eden Prairie, MN
Used2022 Acura RDX
A-Spec Package SH-AWD
Platinum White Pearl•Ebony62,332 mi$29,495Dulles Kia Leesburg
Leesburg, VA
Used2019 Acura RDX
w/Advance Pkg
71,858 mi$23,720Kia on Atlantic
Jacksonville, FL
Certified2021 Acura RDX
Technology Package
White51,171 mi$30,597Greensboro Auto Center
Greensboro, NC
Used2020 Acura RDX
Automatic
Majestic Black Pearl29,603 mi$29,500Velocity Autohaus
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Used2017 Acura RDX
w/Technology Pkg
Lunar Silver Metallic - SI•Graystone - GS60,032 mi$18,997Genesis of Cherry Hill
Marlton, NJ
Chevrolet Traverse188 for sale
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Used2023 Chevrolet Traverse
Premier
Summit White•Black51,454 mi$34,500Seelye Select on 9th
Kalamazoo, MI
Used2019 Chevrolet Traverse
3LT
Mosaic Black Metallic•Jet Black61,688 mi$22,983Drive Appeal
Eden Prairie, MN
Used2024 Chevrolet Traverse
AWD LT
Sterling Gray Metallic•Jet Black47,884 mi$35,467Tadd Jenkins Auto Sales Idaho Falls
Idaho Falls, ID
Used2020 Chevrolet Traverse
LS
Silver Ice Metallic•Jet Black81,623 mi$18,797Peachtree Mitsubishi
Atlanta, GA
Used2021 Chevrolet Traverse
LS
summit white•jet black48,750 mi$23,797Peachtree Mitsubishi
Atlanta, GA
Used2019 Chevrolet Traverse
High Country AWD
Mosaic Black Metallic•Jet Black/Loft Brown100,330 mi$19,985Dulles Kia Leesburg
Leesburg, VA
Acura RDX vs Chevrolet Traverse FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura RDX vs 2027 Chevrolet Traverse on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse starts lower at $40,800. Live Acura RDX listings start at $18,766. Live Chevrolet Traverse listings start at $12,219.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Traverse leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (40,800).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
- The 2026 Acura RDX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Traverse leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Traverse leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
- The 2027 Chevrolet Traverse leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura RDX vs 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura RDX (5/5 NHTSA overall).