Acura RDX vs Lexus NX350h
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus NX350h
Overview
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Lexus NX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | RDX | 350h |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Lexus NX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,100 | $44,775 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Lexus NX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 40 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 42 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 38 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.1 gal (best) | 14.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Lexus NX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 272 hp (best) | 240 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Lexus NX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 58.9 cu ft (best) | 46.9 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 2,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 895 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,014 lbs | 3,945 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in (best) | 105.9 in |
| Length | 187.4 in (best) | 183.5 in |
| Width | 74.8 in (best) | 73.4 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 66.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura RDXRDX | Lexus NX350h350h |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Lexus 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 |