The 2020 Acura RDX is a stylish, strong-performing crossover SUV worthy of a place on any shopping list.
Pros Good looks Powerful turbo-4 Classy interior design Impressive AWD system Priced right
Cons Convoluted controls Rear seat could be better So-so fuel economy Rivals offer more cachet
The 2020 Acura RDX ranked #2 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Acura RDX has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 32 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Balanced ride Good fuel efficiency Plenty of technology features Lots of cabin space
Cons Non-intuitive infotainment system No engine upgrades available
The 2020 Acura RDX comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic.No significant changes this year.Part of the third RDX generation introduced for 2020.
Pros Roomy cabin and cargo area Sharp steering and handling Well-trimmed cabin Lots of available tech for much less than competitors
Cons No choice of powertrain Options are bundled solely into packages Overall performance lags behind competitors
The 2019 Honda CR-V ranked #2 in Compact SUVs. Currently the Honda CR-V has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Generous passenger space Immense cargo hold Comfortable ride Great fuel economy estimates
Cons Base model lacks touch screen Competitors have more standard safety features
The 2019 Honda CR-V rewards owners with fantastic utility and great safety scores.
Pros Roomy, versatile interior Excellent value Comfortable ride Lots of safety gear on most models Classy overall feel
Cons Weird looks Base CR-V LX short on features No thrill machine Competitors are catching up
For 2019, the CR-V is essentially unchanged.
Pros Turbocharged engine delivers a rare combination of thrift and zest Roomy interior with cavernous cargo capacity for this class Rides comfortably yet handles corners athletically Plentiful and thoughtful storage areas
Cons Touchscreen can be finicky to use and lacks a separate tuning knob Underwhelming base engine on the LX trim
