Acura RDX vs Jeep Wrangler
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Jeep Wrangler
Overview
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Jeep WranglerSport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | RDX | Sport |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Jeep WranglerSport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,100 | $36,635 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $18,766 | $8,980 (best) |
| Median listing price | $36,000 (best) | $46,705 |
| Highest listing price | $56,900 (best) | $87,450 |
| For sale now | 69 | 1,148 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Jeep WranglerSport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.1 gal | 17.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Jeep WranglerSport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp | 285 hp (best) |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (best) | 260 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Jeep WranglerSport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 58.9 cu ft (best) | 31.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,014 lbs | 4,012 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 9.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in (best) | 96.8 in |
| Length | 187.4 in (best) | 166.8 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 73.9 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 73.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Jeep WranglerSport |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Jeep Wrangler |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | RDX $45,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $36,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Technology Package $47,700 MSRP | Sport $39,640 MSRP |
| 3 | A-Spec Package $50,700 MSRP | Sport S $39,785 MSRP |
| 4 | Advance Package $52,850 MSRP | Sport S $42,040 MSRP |
| 5 | A-Spec Advance Package $54,850 MSRP | Willys $43,855 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Willys $46,235 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Rubicon $46,710 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Rubicon $51,135 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Sport RHD $50,390 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Sahara $51,410 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Rewind $51,535 MSRP |
| 12 | — | Rubicon X $56,560 MSRP |
| 13 | — | Rubicon X $61,230 MSRP |
| 14 | — | Willys 392 $69,995 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Moab 392 $79,995 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
Jeep Wrangler1,148 for sale
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Used2019 Jeep Wrangler
Sport S
Bright White Clearcoat•black83,396 mi$20,400Countryside Pre-Owned
Jackson, GA
Used2025 Jeep Wrangler
Rubicon
Firecracker Red Clearcoat•black33,428 mi$36,900Countryside Pre-Owned
Jackson, GA
New2025 Jeep Wrangler
Sport S
Granite Crystal Metallic Clearcoat•Black10 mi$44,280Vallejo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Vallejo, CA
- New
2026 Jeep Wrangler
Rubicon
Granite Crystal Metallic Clearcoat•Black5 mi$55,905Vallejo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Vallejo, CA
New2026 Jeep Wrangler
Willys
mojito clearcoat•BlackN/A$42,655Vallejo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Vallejo, CA
New2026 Jeep Wrangler
Willys
Bright White Clearcoat•Black12 mi$44,555Vallejo Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Vallejo, CA
Acura RDX vs Jeep Wrangler FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Wrangler?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura RDX vs 2027 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Jeep Wrangler starts lower at $36,635. Live Acura RDX listings start at $18,766. Live Jeep Wrangler listings start at $8,980.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Wrangler?
- The 2027 Jeep Wrangler leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,635).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Wrangler?
- The 2026 Acura RDX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Wrangler?
- The 2027 Jeep Wrangler leads on horsepower in this comparison (470).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Acura RDX or 2027 Jeep Wrangler?
- The 2027 Jeep Wrangler leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura RDX vs 2027 Jeep Wrangler?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura RDX (5/5 NHTSA overall).