RDX vs NX

Compare two new cars by price, estimated monthly payment, fuel economy, and other specifications. Data comes from the CarPayCheck.com catalog and uses your selected financing terms.

Acura RDX
Acura

RDX

Price from $45,100
Monthly payment $524
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Lexus NX
Lexus

NX

Price from $45,570
Monthly payment $530
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Specifications

  RDX NX
Manufacturer Acura Lexus
Starting price $45,100 $45,570
Monthly payment $524 $530
Fuel type Gasoline Hybrid
Fuel economy 23.0 mpg 39.5 mpg
CO₂ emissions 385 g/mi–386 g/mi 220 g/mi–370 g/mi
Annual maintenance cost — —

About this comparison

Acura RDX and Lexus NX suit different driving needs. The main differences below cover price, monthly payment, fuel economy, and running costs.

RDX starts at $45,100; NX starts at $45,570. The difference is $470, making RDX about 1% cheaper before financing.

Estimated monthly payment: RDX — $524; NX — $530. The difference is $6 per month, with RDX lower.

The models use different powertrains: RDX — Gasoline; NX — Hybrid. The better choice depends on your daily route and access to charging.

The final choice is about more than numbers: annual distance, city or highway use, and the space your household needs all matter. Use the CarPayCheck.com calculator to apply your financing terms and evaluate both cars in your situation.

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