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2021 Acura RDX

3 trims · 9 configurations · SUV

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$18,766

87 for sale · Starting MSRP $38,400 – $51,000

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★☆
Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 3 recalls on record

Acura RDX for sale

87 live listings from $18,766 · median $36,675

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MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$38,400

Typical monthly

$760/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2021 Acura RDX trims

  • Base

    4 configurations

    MSRP
    $38,400 – $46,200
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    22/28
    Horsepower
    272 hp
    Torque
    280 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    FWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    79.8
    Max towing
    1,500 lbs

  • SH-AWD

    4 configurations

    MSRP
    $40,400 – $48,200
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    21/27
    Horsepower
    272 hp
    Torque
    280 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    79.8
    Max towing
    1,500 lbs

  • SH-AWD PMC Edition

    MSRP
    $51,000
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    21/26
    Horsepower
    272 hp
    Torque
    280 lb-ft
    Engine
    2L I4 gas
    Seating
    5
    Drivetrain
    AWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    79.8
    Max towing
    1,500 lbs

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
Basegas
SH-AWDgas
SH-AWD PMC Editiongas
Fuel type
Basepremium unleaded (recommended)
SH-AWDpremium unleaded (recommended)
SH-AWD PMC Editionpremium unleaded (recommended)
Cylinders
BaseI4
SH-AWDI4
SH-AWD PMC EditionI4
Displacement
Base2 L
SH-AWD2 L
SH-AWD PMC Edition2 L
Horsepower
Base272 hp
SH-AWD272 hp
SH-AWD PMC Edition272 hp
Torque
Base280 lb-ft
SH-AWD280 lb-ft
SH-AWD PMC Edition280 lb-ft
Transmission
Base10-speed shiftable automatic
SH-AWD10-speed shiftable automatic
SH-AWD PMC Edition10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain
Basefront wheel drive
SH-AWDall wheel drive
SH-AWD PMC Editionall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
BaseSUV
SH-AWDSUV
SH-AWD PMC EditionSUV
Doors
Base5
SH-AWD5
SH-AWD PMC Edition5
Seating
Base5
SH-AWD5
SH-AWD PMC Edition5
Length
Base186.7 in
SH-AWD186.7 in
SH-AWD PMC Edition186.7 in
Width
Base74.8 in
SH-AWD74.8 in
SH-AWD PMC Edition74.8 in
Height
Base65.7 in
SH-AWD65.7 in
SH-AWD PMC Edition65.7 in
Wheelbase
Base108.3 in
SH-AWD108.3 in
SH-AWD PMC Edition108.3 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity
Base31.1 cu ft
SH-AWD31.1 cu ft
SH-AWD PMC Edition31.1 cu ft
Max cargo capacity
Base79.8 cu ft
SH-AWD79.8 cu ft
SH-AWD PMC Edition79.8 cu ft
Max towing
Base1,500 lbs
SH-AWD1,500 lbs
SH-AWD PMC Edition1,500 lbs
Curb weight
Base3,783 lbs
SH-AWD4,019 lbs
SH-AWD PMC Edition—
Fuel tank
Base17.1 gal
SH-AWD17.1 gal
SH-AWD PMC Edition17.1 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
Base24
SH-AWD23
SH-AWD PMC Edition23
City MPG
Base22
SH-AWD21
SH-AWD PMC Edition21
Highway MPG
Base28
SH-AWD27
SH-AWD PMC Edition26

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2021 Acura RDX FAQ

How much does the 2021 Acura RDX cost?
The 2021 Acura RDX has a starting MSRP of $38,400, ranging up to $51,000 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $38,400; SH-AWD from $40,400; SH-AWD PMC Edition from $51,000. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $18,766.
What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Acura RDX?
The 2021 Acura RDX achieves up to 24 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2021 Acura RDX have?
The 2021 Acura RDX offers up to 79.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
How much can the 2021 Acura RDX tow?
The 2021 Acura RDX has a maximum towing capacity of up to 1,500 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2021 Acura RDX safe?
The 2021 Acura RDX earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2021 Acura RDX come in?
The 2021 Acura RDX is available in 3 trims (9 total configurations) across SUV body styles with front wheel drive, all wheel drive.