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Acura RDX vs Lexus NX350h

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

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2026 Acura RDX

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2026 Lexus NX350h

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Overview

SpecAcura RDXRDXLexus NX350h350h
Selected trimRDX350h
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typegashybrid
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAcura RDXRDXLexus NX350h350h
MSRP$45,100$44,775 (best)
Lowest listing price$18,766 (best)—
Median listing price$36,585 (best)—
Highest listing price$56,900 (best)—
For sale now78 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura RDXRDXLexus NX350h350h
Combined MPG23 MPG40 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG42 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG38 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.1 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecAcura RDXRDXLexus NX350h350h
Horsepower272 hp (best)240 hp
Torque280 lb-ft (best)—
Engine size2 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAcura RDXRDXLexus NX350h350h
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume58.9 cu ft (best)46.9 cu ft
Towing capacity1,500 lbs2,000 lbs (best)
Payload—895 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,014 lbs3,945 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.1 in (best)
Wheelbase108.3 in (best)105.9 in
Length187.4 in (best)183.5 in
Width74.8 in (best)73.4 in
Height65.7 in66.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura RDXRDXLexus NX350h350h
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 RDXLexus NX350h
1

RDX

$45,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

350h

$44,775 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Technology Package

$47,700 MSRP

350h

$46,325 MSRP

3

A-Spec Package

$50,700 MSRP

350h Premium

$46,700 MSRP

4

Advance Package

$52,850 MSRP

350h Premium

$48,250 MSRP

5

A-Spec Advance Package

$54,850 MSRP

350h Luxury

$50,840 MSRP

6—

350h Luxury

$52,390 MSRP

7—

350h F SPORT Handling

$53,250 MSRP

8—

350h F SPORT Handling

$54,800 MSRP

Live inventory

Acura RDX vs Lexus NX350h FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Lexus NX350h?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura RDX vs 2026 Lexus NX350h 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 2026 Lexus NX350h?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Lexus NX350h starts lower at $44,775. Live Acura RDX listings start at $18,766.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Lexus NX350h?
The 2026 Lexus NX350h leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (44,775).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Lexus NX350h?
The 2026 Lexus NX350h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (40).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Lexus NX350h?
The 2026 Acura RDX leads on horsepower in this comparison (272).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Lexus NX350h?
The 2026 Lexus NX350h leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura RDX vs 2026 Lexus NX350h?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura RDX (5/5 NHTSA overall).