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Acura RDX vs Ford Expedition

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Acura RDX

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2027 Ford Expedition

Overview

SpecAcura RDXRDXFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
Selected trimRDXMAX XL Fleet
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefour wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAcura RDXRDXFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
MSRP$45,100 (best)$62,425
Lowest listing price$7,062$4,995 (best)
Median listing price$42,100 (best)$69,987
Highest listing price$57,598 (best)$92,004
For sale now4167 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura RDXRDXFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG21 MPG (best)15 MPG
Highway MPG27 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank17.1 gal27.8 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAcura RDXRDXFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
Horsepower272 hp (best)
Torque280 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecAcura RDXRDXFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
Seating5 seats8 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume58.9 cu ft (best)37.4 cu ft
Towing capacity1,500 lbs9,600 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,014 lbs (best)5,796 lbs
Ground clearance8.7 in (best)
Wheelbase108.3 in131.5 in (best)
Length187.4 in221.7 in (best)
Width74.8 in80 in (best)
Height65.7 in77.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura RDXRDXFord ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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.

TrimAcura RDXFord Expedition
1

RDX

$45,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

MAX XL Fleet

$62,425 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Technology Package

$47,700 MSRP

Active

$63,600 MSRP

3

A-Spec Package

$50,700 MSRP

Active

$66,600 MSRP

4

Advance Package

$52,850 MSRP

MAX Active

$66,600 MSRP

5

A-Spec Advance Package

$54,850 MSRP

MAX Active

$69,600 MSRP

6

Platinum

$70,550 MSRP

7

Platinum

$73,550 MSRP

8

MAX Platinum

$73,550 MSRP

9

MAX Platinum

$76,550 MSRP

10

Tremor

$82,400 MSRP

11

King Ranch

$82,695 MSRP

12

King Ranch

$86,670 MSRP

13

MAX King Ranch

$85,695 MSRP

14

MAX King Ranch

$89,670 MSRP

Live inventory

Acura RDX vs Ford Expedition FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Ford Expedition?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura RDX vs 2027 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Acura RDX starts lower at $45,100. Live Acura RDX listings start at $7,062. Live Ford Expedition listings start at $4,995.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2026 Acura RDX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (45,100).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2026 Acura RDX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on horsepower in this comparison (440).
Which has better seats: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Ford Expedition?
The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (9,600).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura RDX vs 2027 Ford Expedition?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura RDX (5/5 NHTSA overall).
Acura RDX vs Ford Expedition: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer