Better Than A Lexus NX? (2025 Acura RDX)

[@4X4Speedx]

This was good back in 2019, but it needs an entirely new generation to decently compete with other offerings. Would still take this over an NX though.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@4X4Speedx the RDX outclasses the nx despite being a lot older. It can compete still against the gv70 2.5T

[@Heman88888]

RDX drives and handles like a sports car, something the NX cannot compare. The NX is fairly comfortable but very tight spaces makes it a bit cluster phobic. The only thing the NX might have an upperhand is probably the long term reliability. I personally prefer the driving dynamics of the RDX.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@Heman88888 no the nx doesn’t have anything to offer. It’s just another DOA Lexus because they’re desperate to put something out without effort

[@Heman88888]

@naveenthemachine I definitely tend to agree with you, this is why I currently Leasing an RDX, so I don't even care about reliability. At the end of the day the RDX is a car really build for enthusiasts. The NX was really boring to be honest.

[@MichihiroHonda]

Take a shot every time he says "soft touch". Every single vehicle on the market above $30,000 has "soft touch" materials ffs.

[@android-ud2nf]

I love this car. Admire the wheels do look like they’re made up of butter knives. It might be outdated but I think this powertrain is amazing for this small suv. Might have less torque than the nx’s 2.5 turbo but it’s actually quicker to 60.

[@ndy817]

We try both, at the end we choose the Acura RDX A-Spec 2024. The RDX has more power. The Lexus driving style Had the same feeling as a Corolla not fun to drive.

[@stevenmccoy7224]

Old tech. It’s nice but needs a redesign

[@MS-mr4zm]

My mom busted her knee & is sidelined for driving for a year+, she had recently bought a ‘24 RDX, I started using it as an “extra” DD b/c it gets better mpg than my Raptor & keep miles off it etc…she may just give it to me & im probably gonna trade it in asap on an integra a-spec 6 speed, while the RDX rides ok has decent power it’s sooo mundane & uninspiring. I still look forward to hoping in my 80k mile 2020 Raptor, I could care less about driving the RDX. And it actually gets pretty crappy MPG I’m only seeing 21ish over 1500 miles mostly highway. I also hate the touchpad

[@varcade8]

The test drive should be in normal mode to get the best yet smooth performance. Comfort mode (which showed on the dash that you were in when you started) has noticeably less throttle response. Normal mode provides more low end torque without feeling like it's artificiallly boosted. In sport mode you'll feel and see the RPMs rev up higher to get a little better responsiveness from throttle.

[@Paul-w2l3s]

It should have an all digital instrument cluster for the price.

[@KenMcCune-wb3jp]

RDX cool suv Acura did a good job built a cool suv

[@TheBreakfastLover]

The Acura has a VTEC turbo engine, the Lexus does not.

[@WokeisaJoke0522]

Turbos wear out the engine much faster

[@HamishCarpenter]

The red has an outdated lack of a touchscreen - the new adx gets an update. The ride quality on the Lexus is much better and more of a 2024 feel. Acura dropped the ball on the rdx. Even the 2025 NDX got the new updated touchscreen.

[@HamishCarpenter]

This cannot compare to the nx. Let’s update the rdx for gods sake!!!! It’s been the same outdated model forever!!!!!

[@naveenthemachine]

Absolutely yes. In fact anything is better than the nx.

[@firstlast-wm3li]

@@naveenthemachine Nah.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@firstlast-wm3li how so? The RDX objectively looks better outside The interior is a lot nicer than the nx. No gimmicky tech to worry about The audio is better on the Acura The RDX is roomier than the nx. It’s as fast as the FASTEST nx but significantly cheaper and significantly more fun to drive and ride in

[@firstlast-wm3li]

@@naveenthemachine No.

[@AvyaanSinha-q5q]

i might just get the NX after looking at the interior because it kind of looks dated and not good for price

[@rahimi4762]

It looks better than the NX. Way better. NX looks like Toyota

[@naveenthemachine]

@@AvyaanSinha-q5q no way. NX is the worst choice in the class even worse than the Infiniti qx50.

[@firstlast-wm3li]

@@rahimi4762 And Acura a Honda. Keep talking out your arse.

[@XX-166]

Enjoy that crappy turbo

[@firstlast-wm3li]

@@naveenthemachine No.

[@Alkandereli]

The center console of Acura looks very sporty and beautiful.

[@AD-lf9ck]

I owned the new nx. Cheap feeling piano plastic interior panels and rubbery plain passenger side dashboard. Could not stand it. Got rid of it after a few months.

[@SCraig-Handsome]

It would look better once they update the interior especially the entertainment system like the MDX got… without that it still sells really well though. More of media hype than anything else… Acura RDX owners like the touch pad

[@mattyk1519]

Ambient lighting? Night view?

[@WokeisaJoke0522]

I own a NX 350h. I like it a lot. But I can’t say I like my pearl white over this blue. Interior looks dated though.

[@jyotiupadhyay13]

For that interior i’ll go for any car model dated 1985😂😂

[@mpiny]

2 milion recalled 🎉

[@Tully3674]

Don't think they have sold 2 million. Care to elaborate?

[@Mark3332223]

@@Tully3674 lol facts

[@SCraig-Handsome]

@@Tully3674 Yeah Honda has a recall but it doesn’t include RDX

[@XX-166]

Acura just refuses to go with an all digital dash and they keep those old ass analog dials on this model.

[@doctorrobert60]

Like most new cars this is overpriced for what you get. Entry level for $56,000? No thanks. Ben you could try and get to some twisty roads at speed and show how the SH AWD functions. Thanks for your reviews.

[@niuhuskieguy]

It actually starts cheaper than that. It looks like this was an aspec advance which is the most expensive trim

[@doctorrobert60]

@@niuhuskieguy Got it. I was reacting to Ben calling it entry level crossover when he mentioned the price. Thanks.

[@wenpai1062]

I bought a RDX instead of LEXUS NX

[@67keyakaren68]

Absolutely not

[@sun0066]

Can not deal with the inforatment, horrible

[@17MGTP]

Ugh

[@firstlast-wm3li]

Absolutely not.

[@naveenthemachine]

Absolutely yes. In just about every way the RDX creams the nx despite being a lot older

[@firstlast-wm3li]

@naveenthemachine Fook that.

[@firstlast-wm3li]

@naveenthemachine Wrong.

[@rahimi4762]

RDX way better. Heck the NX isn’t even better than Mazda

[@firstlast-wm3li]

@@rahimi4762 Nope.