Comparison - Nissan Kicks SR 2020 - vs - Acura RDX SH-AWD A-Spec 2021

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
21,120
Updated: 
02 May 2019
$
46,100
Updated: 
03 Jul 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
10.80gals
17.10gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Brilliant Silver Metallic
#d0d3d9
Gun Metallic
#92a0a9
Deep Blue Pearl
#2a5790
Super Black
#010101
Cayenne Red Metallic
#9e1823
Cayenne Red Metallic
#9e1823
Monarch Orange
#fe7b16
Gun Metallic
#92a0a9
Aspen White Tricoat
#fbfcf7
Aspen White Tricoat
#fbfcf7
Deep Blue Pearl
#2a5790
Color: 
Modern Steel Metallic
#494a4c
Majestic Black Pearl
#1c252d
Performance Red Pearl
#971c30
Platinum White Pearl
#f4f4f4
Apex Blue Pearl
#022a72
Lunar Silver Metallic
#8d919a

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Nissan Kicks is a quirky and cute crossover that’s inexpensive, but some of the details just feel cheap..

Pros
Low price
Spacious cargo area
Good 7.0-inch touchscreen
Standard active safety features
Funky looks

Cons
Cheap interior
Cramped backseat
Ergonomic quirks
Anemic engine

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Nissan doesn't make any significant changes to the 2020 Kicks lineup.

Pros
Perky in-town power, adult-sized back-seat space, unexpectedly large cargo capacity.

Cons
Lacks highway passing power, noisy under heavy throttle, no underfloor storage in cargo area.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Nissan Kicks comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.Driver assistance features added to the base model.

Pros
Strong estimated and real-world fuel economy numbers
Larger cargo capacity than many subcompact SUVs
Inexpensive compared to rivals

Cons
Accelerates leisurely
No optional all-wheel drive
Lacks some desirable features

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Acura RDX satisfies sport-sedan drivers and crossover needers alike with strong performance and scads of space.

Pros
Smart style
Strong turbo-4
Warm, inviting cabin
Tech-savvy AWD
Above-par ride and handling

Cons
Infotainment touchpad
Needs better rear seats
Meh on the gas mileage
Cliché-free; cachet-free, too?

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2021 Acura RDX's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Compact SUVs category. Currently the Acura RDX has a score of 8.1 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 24 pieces of research and data elements using various.

Pros
Long list of standard features
Roomy cabin
Balanced ride
Athletic handling

Cons
No engine upgrades available
Clunky infotainment system
Below-average predicted reliability rating

By: 
usnews.com

No significant changes for 2021.Part of the third RDX generation introduced for 2019.

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
Touchpad controller can be difficult to use

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
31.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
36.00mpg
26.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
inline
4
inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.60L
2.00L
Torque: 
114ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
280ft-lbs
at 1 600rpm
Horsepower: 
122hp
at 6 300rpm
272hp
at 6 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
34.10Feet
38.90Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
turn signal in mirrors
Sun sensor
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
169.10in
186.70in
Width: 
69.30in
74.80in
Height: 
62.40in
65.70in
Ground Clearance: 
7.00in
8.20in
Front Track: 
64.20in
Rear Track: 
64.70in
Wheel Base: 
103.10in
108.30in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.70
40.00
Rear Head Room: 
38.50
38.00
Front Leg Room: 
43.70in
42.00in
Rear leg room: 
33.20in
38.00in
Front Hip Room: 
50.90in
55.00in
Front Shoulder Room: 
53.00in
60.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
49.10in
50.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
53.20in
57.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
53.10cu.ft
79.80cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
25.30cu.ft
31.10cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
19.50degrees
Angle of Departure: 
31.70degrees
Curb Weight: 
2672.00lbs
4015.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes
More Instruments: 
Center limited slip differential

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
hands-free entry
Heated mirrors
2 One-Touch Power Windows
hands-free entry
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
6 -way manual driver seat adjustments
bucket front seats
height adjustable driver seat
4 -way manual passenger seat adjustment
cloth
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
multi-level heating driver seat
ventilated driver seat
ventilated passenger seat
8 -way power passenger seat
height adjustable driver seat
multi-level heating passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
premium leather/sueded microfiber
8 -way power driver seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Rear Seats Features: 
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
Front Independent Suspension
four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
auxiliary audio input
speed sensitive volume control
USB connection
6 total speakers
16 total speakers
speed sensitive volume control
auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
710 watts stereo output
USB connection
1 subwoofer(s)
surround audio surround audio (discrete)

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation with Wiper Integration
LED-Illuminated Dragon Tail Taillights, Brakelights, Side Mirror-Integrated Directional Signals, Rear License and Center High Mount Stop Light
Heated Side Mirrors
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17 X 6.5 In.
20 x 8.0 in.
Wheels more: 
inside mounted spare tire
temporary spare tire
All season tires
alloy wheels
All season tires
painted alloy wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
205.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated front disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear Drum Brakes
solid rear disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
no
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
remote anti-theft alarm system
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
pre-collision safety system
Rear center 3-point belt
Rear fixed headrests
LED headlamp
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
remote anti-theft alarm system
pre-collision safety system
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
LED headlamp
blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system

Options

Packages: 
Exterior Ground Lighting
Interior Electronics Package
SR Premium Package
Exterior Package
Exterior Options: 
17" Black Alloy Wheels
Premium Paint
Two Tone Paint
Premium Paint w/Two Tone
Splash Guards
Interior Options: 
Carpeted Floor Mats w/Cargo Mat
Door Sill Plates
Cargo Load Floor
Illuminated Kick Plates
Rockford Fosgate Audio
Center Armrest W/Storage

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Charcoal, leatherette
#0d1517
Charcoal, cloth
#0d1517
Color: 
Ebony, premium leather/sueded microfiber
#0f0f0f
Red, premium leather/sueded microfiber
#9f3036