Acura’s reliability is on full display when it comes to their SUV models. The 2023 RDX and 2023 MDX are two of the safest vehicles on South Dakota roadways today thanks in part to standard AcuraWatch™ and available Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD). Both Acura SUV models feature intelligent engineering, unique design, and sophisticated technology, making them top choices as family vehicles. Come along with Vern Eide Acura in Sioux Falls as we explore the Acura SUV lineup.
If you’re shopping for a new luxury SUV in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, you may be wondering which Acura SUV is bigger: RDX or MDX? While both vehicles offer spacious cabins, MDX is the bigger Acura SUV with larger exterior and interior dimensions.
Refer to the measurements below for Acura RDX exterior dimensions.
Refer to the measurements below for Acura RDX interior dimensions.
Refer to the measurements below for Acura MDX exterior dimensions.
Refer to the measurements below for Acura MDX interior dimensions.
While the new RDX with FWD achieves 22 city MPG / 28 highway MPG / 24 combined MPG, an RDX equipped with SH-AWD® makes 21 city MPG / 27 highway MPG / 23 combined MPG*.
(A-Spec® MPG ratings will vary.)
Every new RDX comes standard with a 10-speed automatic transmission and 2.0L turbo aluminum-alloy 4-cylinder capable of 272 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque.
The new RDX features 104 cubic feet of passenger volume and has a seating capacity of five.
All new RDX models are outfitted with an Easy Fold-Down 60/40 Split Flat-Folding Rear Seatback, rear cargo underfloor storage, and maximum cargo area of 79.8 cubic feet.
All new MDX models come standard equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission and 3.5L aluminum alloy V-6 capable of 290 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque.
While the new MDX with front-wheel drive is capable of towing up to 3,500 pounds, an MDX equipped with SH-AWD® has a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds.
The new MDX features 139.1 cubic feet of passenger volume and has a seating capacity of seven.
Every new MDX comes standard with 60/40 Split Folding 2nd-Row Seats, 50/50 Split-Folding 3rd-Row Seats, hidden cargo storage with smart lid, and maximum cargo area of 95.0 cubic feet.
