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Acura RLX vs Alfa Romeo Giulia

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

Vehicles

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2020 Acura RLX

Overview

SpecAcura RLXP-AWSAlfa Romeo GiuliaRWD
Selected trimP-AWSRWD
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20202026

Pricing & market

SpecAcura RLXP-AWSAlfa Romeo GiuliaRWD
MSRP$54,900$44,495 (best)
Lowest listing price$50,240 (best)
Median listing price$52,455 (best)
Highest listing price$55,365 (best)
For sale now04 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura RLXP-AWSAlfa Romeo GiuliaRWD
Combined MPG23 MPG27 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG24 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG33 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)15.3 gal

Performance

SpecAcura RLXP-AWSAlfa Romeo GiuliaRWD
Horsepower310 hp (best)280 hp
Torque272 lb-ft306 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecAcura RLXP-AWSAlfa Romeo GiuliaRWD
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.9 cu ft (best)
Payload905 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,977 lbs3,521 lbs (best)
Ground clearance4.5 in (best)
Wheelbase112.2 in (best)111 in
Length198.1 in (best)182.7 in
Width74.4 in (best)73.2 in
Height57.7 in (best)57 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura RLXP-AWSAlfa Romeo GiuliaRWD
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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 RLXAlfa Romeo Giulia
1

P-AWS

$54,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

RWD

$44,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport Hybrid SH-AWD

$61,900 MSRP

AWD

$46,495 MSRP

Live inventory

Acura RLX vs Alfa Romeo Giulia FAQ

Which is better: 2020 Acura RLX or 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2020 Acura RLX vs 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2020 Acura RLX or 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia starts lower at $44,495. Live Alfa Romeo Giulia listings start at $50,240.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2020 Acura RLX or 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (44,495).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2020 Acura RLX or 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The 2020 Acura RLX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2020 Acura RLX or 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
The 2020 Acura RLX leads on horsepower in this comparison (377).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2020 Acura RLX vs 2026 Alfa Romeo Giulia?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura RLX (5/5 NHTSA overall).