How much does the 2016 Acura RDX cost?

The 2016 Acura RDX has a starting MSRP of $35,370, ranging up to $43,520 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $35,370; AcuraWatch Plus Package from $36,670; Technology Package from $39,070; Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages from $40,370; Advance Package from $42,020.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Acura RDX?

The 2016 Acura RDX achieves up to 23 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2016 Acura RDX have?

The 2016 Acura RDX offers up to 76.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2016 Acura RDX safe?

The 2016 Acura RDX earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing.

How many trims does the 2016 Acura RDX come in?

The 2016 Acura RDX is available in 5 trims (10 total configurations) across SUV body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.

2016 Acura RDX

5 trims · 10 configurations · SUV

Starting MSRP

$35,370 – $43,520

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NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★★★

Side (driver)★★★★★

Side (passenger)★★★★★

Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$35,370

Typical monthly

$700/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2016 Acura RDX trims

Base FWD
MSRP
$35,370
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
20/29
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
Base AWD
MSRP
$36,870
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/28
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD
MSRP
$36,670
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
20/29
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD
MSRP
$38,170
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/28
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
Technology Package FWD
MSRP
$39,070
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
20/29
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
Technology Package AWD
MSRP
$40,570
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/28
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD
MSRP
$40,370
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
20/29
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD
MSRP
$41,870
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/28
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
Advance Package FWD
MSRP
$42,020
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
20/29
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—
Advance Package AWD
MSRP
$43,520
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
19/28
Horsepower
279 hp
Torque
252 lb-ft
Engine
3.5L V6 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
76.9
Max towing
—

Compare 2016 Acura RDX trim specifications
Spec	Base FWD	Base AWD	AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD	AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD	Technology Package FWD	Technology Package AWD	Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD	Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD	Advance Package FWD	Advance Package AWD
MSRP	$35,370	$36,870	$36,670	$38,170	$39,070	$40,570	$40,370	$41,870	$42,020	$43,520
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	20/29	19/28	20/29	19/28	20/29	19/28	20/29	19/28	20/29	19/28
Horsepower	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp
Torque	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft
Engine	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas	3.5L V6 gas
Seating	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD	FWD	AWD	FWD	AWD	FWD	AWD	FWD	AWD
Cargo (cu ft)	76.9	76.9	76.9	76.9	76.9	76.9	76.9	76.9	76.9	76.9
Max towing	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Base FWDgas
Base AWDgas
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWDgas
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWDgas
Technology Package FWDgas
Technology Package AWDgas
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWDgas
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWDgas
Advance Package FWDgas
Advance Package AWDgas
Fuel type: Base FWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Base AWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Technology Package FWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Technology Package AWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Advance Package FWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Advance Package AWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders: Base FWDV6
Base AWDV6
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWDV6
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWDV6
Technology Package FWDV6
Technology Package AWDV6
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWDV6
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWDV6
Advance Package FWDV6
Advance Package AWDV6
Displacement: Base FWD3.5 L
Base AWD3.5 L
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD3.5 L
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD3.5 L
Technology Package FWD3.5 L
Technology Package AWD3.5 L
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD3.5 L
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD3.5 L
Advance Package FWD3.5 L
Advance Package AWD3.5 L
Horsepower: Base FWD279 hp
Base AWD279 hp
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD279 hp
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD279 hp
Technology Package FWD279 hp
Technology Package AWD279 hp
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD279 hp
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD279 hp
Advance Package FWD279 hp
Advance Package AWD279 hp
Torque: Base FWD252 lb-ft
Base AWD252 lb-ft
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD252 lb-ft
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD252 lb-ft
Technology Package FWD252 lb-ft
Technology Package AWD252 lb-ft
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD252 lb-ft
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD252 lb-ft
Advance Package FWD252 lb-ft
Advance Package AWD252 lb-ft
Transmission: Base FWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Base AWD6-speed shiftable automatic
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD6-speed shiftable automatic
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Technology Package FWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Technology Package AWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Advance Package FWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Advance Package AWD6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain: Base FWDfront wheel drive
Base AWDall wheel drive
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWDfront wheel drive
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWDall wheel drive
Technology Package FWDfront wheel drive
Technology Package AWDall wheel drive
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWDfront wheel drive
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWDall wheel drive
Advance Package FWDfront wheel drive
Advance Package AWDall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: Base FWDSUV
Base AWDSUV
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWDSUV
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWDSUV
Technology Package FWDSUV
Technology Package AWDSUV
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWDSUV
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWDSUV
Advance Package FWDSUV
Advance Package AWDSUV
Doors: Base FWD5
Base AWD5
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD5
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD5
Technology Package FWD5
Technology Package AWD5
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD5
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD5
Advance Package FWD5
Advance Package AWD5
Seating: Base FWD5
Base AWD5
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD5
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD5
Technology Package FWD5
Technology Package AWD5
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD5
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD5
Advance Package FWD5
Advance Package AWD5
Length: Base FWD184.4 in
Base AWD184.4 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD184.4 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD184.4 in
Technology Package FWD184.4 in
Technology Package AWD184.4 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD184.4 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD184.4 in
Advance Package FWD184.4 in
Advance Package AWD184.4 in
Width: Base FWD73.7 in
Base AWD73.7 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD73.7 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD73.7 in
Technology Package FWD73.7 in
Technology Package AWD73.7 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD73.7 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD73.7 in
Advance Package FWD73.7 in
Advance Package AWD73.7 in
Height: Base FWD65 in
Base AWD65 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD65 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD65 in
Technology Package FWD65 in
Technology Package AWD65 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD65 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD65 in
Advance Package FWD65 in
Advance Package AWD65 in
Wheelbase: Base FWD105.7 in
Base AWD105.7 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD105.7 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD105.7 in
Technology Package FWD105.7 in
Technology Package AWD105.7 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD105.7 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD105.7 in
Advance Package FWD105.7 in
Advance Package AWD105.7 in
Ground clearance: Base FWD8.1 in
Base AWD8.1 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD8.1 in
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD8.1 in
Technology Package FWD8.1 in
Technology Package AWD8.1 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD8.1 in
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD8.1 in
Advance Package FWD8.1 in
Advance Package AWD8.1 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Base FWD26.1 cu ft
Base AWD26.1 cu ft
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD26.1 cu ft
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD26.1 cu ft
Technology Package FWD26.1 cu ft
Technology Package AWD26.1 cu ft
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD26.1 cu ft
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD26.1 cu ft
Advance Package FWD26.1 cu ft
Advance Package AWD26.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: Base FWD76.9 cu ft
Base AWD76.9 cu ft
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD76.9 cu ft
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD76.9 cu ft
Technology Package FWD76.9 cu ft
Technology Package AWD76.9 cu ft
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD76.9 cu ft
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD76.9 cu ft
Advance Package FWD76.9 cu ft
Advance Package AWD76.9 cu ft
Curb weight: Base FWD3,737 lbs
Base AWD3,902 lbs
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD3,743 lbs
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD3,907 lbs
Technology Package FWD3,768 lbs
Technology Package AWD3,931 lbs
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD3,772 lbs
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD3,935 lbs
Advance Package FWD3,781 lbs
Advance Package AWD3,946 lbs
Fuel tank: Base FWD16 gal
Base AWD16 gal
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD16 gal
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD16 gal
Technology Package FWD16 gal
Technology Package AWD16 gal
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD16 gal
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD16 gal
Advance Package FWD16 gal
Advance Package AWD16 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Base FWD23
Base AWD22
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD23
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD22
Technology Package FWD23
Technology Package AWD22
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD23
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD22
Advance Package FWD23
Advance Package AWD22
City MPG: Base FWD20
Base AWD19
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD20
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD19
Technology Package FWD20
Technology Package AWD19
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD20
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD19
Advance Package FWD20
Advance Package AWD19
Highway MPG: Base FWD29
Base AWD28
AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD29
AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD28
Technology Package FWD29
Technology Package AWD28
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD29
Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD28
Advance Package FWD29
Advance Package AWD28

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Base FWD	Base AWD	AcuraWatch Plus Package FWD	AcuraWatch Plus Package AWD	Technology Package FWD	Technology Package AWD	Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages FWD	Technology and AcuraWatch Plus Packages AWD	Advance Package FWD	Advance Package AWD
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders	V6	V6	V6	V6	V6	V6	V6	V6	V6	V6
Displacement	3.5 L	3.5 L	3.5 L	3.5 L	3.5 L	3.5 L	3.5 L	3.5 L	3.5 L	3.5 L
Horsepower	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp	279 hp
Torque	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft	252 lb-ft
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	all wheel drive	front wheel drive	all wheel drive	front wheel drive	all wheel drive	front wheel drive	all wheel drive	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV	SUV
Doors	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5
Seating	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5	5
Length	184.4 in	184.4 in	184.4 in	184.4 in	184.4 in	184.4 in	184.4 in	184.4 in	184.4 in	184.4 in
Width	73.7 in	73.7 in	73.7 in	73.7 in	73.7 in	73.7 in	73.7 in	73.7 in	73.7 in	73.7 in
Height	65 in	65 in	65 in	65 in	65 in	65 in	65 in	65 in	65 in	65 in
Wheelbase	105.7 in	105.7 in	105.7 in	105.7 in	105.7 in	105.7 in	105.7 in	105.7 in	105.7 in	105.7 in
Ground clearance	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in	8.1 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft	26.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft	76.9 cu ft
Curb weight	3,737 lbs	3,902 lbs	3,743 lbs	3,907 lbs	3,768 lbs	3,931 lbs	3,772 lbs	3,935 lbs	3,781 lbs	3,946 lbs
Fuel tank	16 gal	16 gal	16 gal	16 gal	16 gal	16 gal	16 gal	16 gal	16 gal	16 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	23	22	23	22	23	22	23	22	23	22
City MPG	20	19	20	19	20	19	20	19	20	19
Highway MPG	29	28	29	28	29	28	29	28	29	28