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Acura RDX vs Jeep Grand Cherokee

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 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Overview

SpecAcura RDXRDXJeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
Selected trimRDXLaredo
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)regular unleaded
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic8-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAcura RDXRDXJeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
MSRP$45,100$39,520 (best)
Lowest listing price$7,062$899 (best)
Median listing price$42,100$41,815 (best)
Highest listing price$57,598 (best)$68,382
For sale now41441 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura RDXRDXJeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
Combined MPG23 MPG (best)22 MPG
City MPG21 MPG (best)19 MPG
Highway MPG27 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank17.1 gal23 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAcura RDXRDXJeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
Horsepower272 hp293 hp (best)
Torque280 lb-ft (best)257 lb-ft
Engine size2 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecAcura RDXRDXJeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume58.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,014 lbs (best)4,238 lbs
Ground clearance8 in (best)
Wheelbase108.3 in117 in (best)
Length187.4 in194 in (best)
Width74.8 in78 in (best)
Height65.7 in71 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura RDXRDXJeep Grand CherokeeLaredo
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 reportedNone 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.

TrimAcura RDXJeep Grand Cherokee
1

RDX

$45,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Laredo

$39,520 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Technology Package

$47,700 MSRP

Laredo

$41,520 MSRP

3

A-Spec Package

$50,700 MSRP

Laredo Altitude

$39,520 MSRP

4

Advance Package

$52,850 MSRP

Laredo Altitude

$41,520 MSRP

5

A-Spec Advance Package

$54,850 MSRP

Laredo X

$39,520 MSRP

6

Laredo X

$41,520 MSRP

7

Limited

$44,960 MSRP

8

Limited

$46,960 MSRP

9

Limited Reserve

$46,960 MSRP

10

Summit 4x4

$60,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Jeep Grand Cherokee441 for sale

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Acura RDX vs Jeep Grand Cherokee FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura RDX vs 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee starts lower at $39,520. Live Acura RDX listings start at $7,062. Live Jeep Grand Cherokee listings start at $899.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,520).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee leads on horsepower in this comparison (324).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
The 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,200).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura RDX vs 2027 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura RDX (5/5 NHTSA overall).
Acura RDX vs Jeep Grand Cherokee: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer