Lexus NX 350 VS Acura RDX
There are many luxury SUVs on the market, and if you’re shopping for your next one, we recommend the 2025 Lexus NX 350. This luxurious SUV has seating for five, statement-making exterior design, and impressive performance. It has many rivals, such as the 2024 Acura RDX, but we’re here to show you why the 2025 Lexus NX 350 reigns supreme in the battle of the luxury SUVs. Keep reading to see our comparison of the Lexus NX vs Acura RDX, then visit Lexus of Dayton to test-drive the NX today.
Lexus NX vs. Acura RDX Specs
| Model | 2025 Lexus NX 350 | 2024 Acura RDX |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated mpg (City/Highway) | 21/28* | 21/27^ |
| Horsepower | 275** | 272 |
| Torque | 317** | 280 |
| Cargo Volume (Rear Seats Folded) | 46.9 Cubic Feet | 58.9 Cubic Feet |
Performance
As the table above shows, the Lexus NX 350 achieves higher horsepower than its rival while still getting higher mpg on the highway. This is possible via a 2.4-liter turbo in-line 4 engine; to compare, the RDX has a 2.0-liter VTEC turbo engine. Both models come with standard all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission with paddle shifters. Planning to tow with your new SUV? When properly equipped, the NX 350 can tow up to 2,000 pounds.^^ The RDX’s towing capacity is only 1,500 pounds.***
Interior
Both SUVs come with decadent interior design and features crafted for comfort and convenience. For example, both models come with standard heated, power adjustable front seats, standard dual-zone climate control, and a standard leather-trimmed steering wheel. Available features include leather sport seats with heating and ventilation, ambient lighting with multiple themes, and a Head-Up Display, among many others.
When it comes to design, you can choose the interior aesthetic that best fits your personality with either SUV. Both models offer sporty trims with racing-inspired finishes as well as trims that are more elegant and refined.
Technology
If you’re looking for the newest tech in your new SUV, you’ll find it in the Lexus NX 350. This model comes with the Lexus Interface system,^^^ which includes a 9.8-inch touchscreen display, Drive Connect with Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant, and Destination Assist (paid subscription required). These features are highly advanced; for example, Intelligent Assistant can be controlled with just your voice, and it learns your preferences to become smarter over time. Destination Assist offers you curated points of interest, collected by a live operator and sent to your Lexus’ navigation as you explore. In comparison, the Acura RDX comes with a 10.2-inch HD Dual-Content center display and an Amazon Alexa integration, but overall, its systems aren’t as robust and personalized as those in the Lexus NX 350.
Finally, for music lovers, the Lexus NX 350 can be equipped with an available 17-speaker Mark Levinson® PurePlay Surround Sound system for your listening pleasure. The Acura RDX can be equipped with an Acura/ELS Studio 3D® Premium Audio System with 16 speakers.
Safety
Truly luxurious driving starts with safety — after all, in order to enjoy your journey, you have to feel safe and secure on the road. The Lexus NX 350 comes with a suite of advanced safety technologies known as the Lexus Safety System+ 3.0; the Acura RDX comes with the AcuraWatch™ Advanced Safety & Driver Assist system. These systems share many features for lane keeping, collision avoidance, and safer driving at night, in traffic, and in areas with many pedestrians and cyclists.
However, only the Lexus comes with standard Intuitive Parking Assist with Automatic Braking (which alerts you of hazards when you’re driving at low speeds — like in a parking garage — and can brake for you to avoid a collision) and Proactive Driving Assist (which detects obstacles or curves in the road and gently provides steering and braking support). These features bring an extra layer of protection (and peace of mind) to your daily driving experience.
Test-Drive the Lexus NX 350 at Lexus of Dayton
Visit our Lexus dealership to experience the Lexus NX 350 in person. Our team will be glad to tell you more about this impressive model as you take a test drive. We look forward to serving you soon!
*Projected EPA-estimated MPG ratings as determined by manufacturer. EPA estimates not available at time of publishing. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary for many reasons, including your vehicle's condition and how/where you drive. See www.fueleconomy.gov.
^Based on 2024 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors.
**Ratings achieved using required premium unleaded gasoline w/ an octane rating of 91 or higher. If premium fuel is not used, performance will decrease. Horsepower may vary depending on accessories added to vehicle.
^^Additional equipment required. Never tow beyond a vehicle’s published towing capacities.
***Towing requires the addition of the Acura accessory trailer hitch and hitch ball. Please see your Acura dealer for details. Added cargo weight in the vehicle may reduce max towing capacity, see Owner's Guide for details.
^^^Lexus Interface Services depend on certain factors outside of Lexus' control in order to operate, including 4G network availability, a cellular connection and GPS signal. Without any one or more of these things, operability may be limited or precluded, including access to response center and emergency support. Services vary by vehicle and are subject to change at any time without notice. Services require account registration through the Lexus app and acceptance of the Connected Services Terms of Use at Lexus - Connected Services Terms of Use.pdf and Master Data Consent. Data charges may apply. For Lexus Interface Services' vehicle-generated data collection, use, sharing and retention practices and agreements, see https://www.lexus.com/privacyvts. All trials begin on original purchase or lease date of new vehicle, with the exception of Wi-Fi for which trial begins at time of activation. Paid subscription required after trial (if applicable). Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant, and Destination Assist (on select models) require a trial or subscription to Drive Connect. Drive Connect availability and accuracy depend on certain factors outside of Lexus' control in order to operate, including 4G network availability, a cellular connection and GPS signal. Without any one or more of these things, operability may be limited or precluded. Services may vary and are subject to change at any time without notice. Services require account registration through the Lexus app and acceptance of the Connected Services Terms of Use at Lexus - Connected Services Terms of Use.pdf and Master Data Consent. Data charges may apply. For Lexus Interface Services' vehicle-generated data collection, use, sharing and retention practices and agreements, see https://www.lexus.com/privacyvts. Trial period begins on original purchase or lease date of new vehicle. Services may vary and are subject to change without notice. Requires app download/registration, acceptance of Terms of Use and subscription after trial (if applicable). Data charges may apply.