New 2024 Lexus RX vs Acura RDX
The Lexus RX and the Acura RDX are both outstanding compact luxury SUVs and both are the most popular models from their respective brands. When Lexus first introduced the RX in 1998, it was the world's first luxury crossover so Lexus has had more time to refine this concept than anyone. The Acura RDX was first unveiled at the New York Auto Show in 2006 and went on sale for the 2007 model year. Both vehicles have developed a strong following and are well worth considering. Here's a comparison of the two and why you'll find the Lexus RX is the better choice and the one to get at Cavender Lexus of Lubbock in Lubbock, TX.
 A Comparison of Powertrains and Performance
 The Lexus RX gives Wolfforth buyers a choice of four different powertrains including two hybrid models and a plug-in hybrid. The Acura RDX offers only one 272-horsepower four-cylinder engine and a hybrid is, unfortunately, not an option. Your powertrain choices in the 2024 Lexus RX are:
- Â A 2.4-liter turbo-four engine
- A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with Lexus Hybrid Electric Drive
- A 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with Lexus Plug-In Hybrid Electric Drive
- A 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine with Lexus Hybrid Electric Drive
Here's how performance stacks up between these two compact luxury SUVs:
- Â The 2024 Lexus RX gives Levelland drivers a maximum of 366 horsepower while the Acura RDX offers a maximum of only 272 horsepower
- The maximum torque in the 2024 Lexus RX is 406 pound-feet but only 280 pound-feet in the Acura RDX
- The new Lexus RX has an impressive maximum towing capacity of 3500 pounds compared with only 1500 pounds of maximum towing in the Acura RDX
A comparison of trim levels
The 2024 Lexus RX gives Slaton and Brownfield TX buyers 12 different trim levels to choose from while the Acura RDX offers only five. Trim levels in the new Lexus RX are:
- Â RX 350
- RX 350 Premium
- RX 350 Premium+
- RX 350 Luxury
- RX 350 F Sport Handling AWD
- RX 350 AWD
- RX 350 Premium AWD
- RX 350h Premium AWD
- RX 350h Premium+ AWD
- RX 350h Luxury AWD
- RX 450h+ Luxury AWD
- RX 400h F Sport Performance AWD
The 2024 Acura RDX offers the following five trims:Â
- Â Acura RDX
- Acura RDX Technology
- Acura RDX A-Spec®
- Acura RDX Advance
- Acura RDX A-Spec® Advance
A comparison of technology
The Lexus RX for 2024 comes with a Lexus Interface infotainment system that includes a voice-activated touch screen, a Wi-Fi hotspot and smartphone connectivity. The Acura RDX uses a True Touchpad Interface for both navigation and entertainment as well as a voice-activated touchpad interface. The 2024 Lexus RX offers an available 14-inch touch screen multimedia display while the RDX comes only with a smaller 10.2-inch HD Dual Content center display.
Both compact luxury SUVs give you wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, satellite radio and Bluetooth. However, Lexus comes out ahead when it comes to standard and available sound systems. The Lexus RX starts with a standard 12-speaker audio system and offers an available Mark Levinson premium sound system with an amazing 21 speakers. Meanwhile, the Acura RDX offers a standard audio system with only nine speakers and the best available audio upgrade is an ELS studio premium stereo with only 16 speakers.
Test drive the winning 2024 Lexus RX
While both compact luxury crossovers have significant strengths, the Lexus RX is the more popular choice because it offers so much more. Browse through our new inventory to find the 2024 Lexus RX that's most appealing to you and submit our totally secure online financing application to get pre-approved in advance. Then follow the simple directions to our dealership and enjoy an exhilarating Lexus RX test drive at Cavender Lexus of Lubbock in Lubbock, TX.