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2022 Acura RDX vs 2022 Subaru Outback
2022 Acura RDX vs 2022 Subaru Outback
2022 Acura RDX
MSRP - $40,600
4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)
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MSRP - $26,945
4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Overview
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | |||
| $40,600 | $26,945 | ||
| engine | |||
| 2/Double overhead cam (DOHC)/16/I4 | 2.5/Double Overhead Cam (DOHC)/16/H4 | ||
| transmission | |||
| 10-speed Automatic w/OD | 8 CVT w/OD | ||
| horsepower | |||
| 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | ||
| torque | |||
| 280 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm | 176 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm | ||
| MPG(city/comb/highway) | |||
| 22/24/28 | 26/29/33 | ||
| doors | |||
| 4 | 4 | ||
| passenger capacity | |||
| 5 | 5 | ||
| warranty | |||
| 4yr./ 50,000 mi. | 3yr./ 36,000 mi. | ||
| top speed | |||
| 112 | 130 | ||
| drive type | |||
| front wheel drive | all wheel drive | ||
| fuel type | |||
| Premium Unleaded | Regular Unleaded |
Pros
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Great VFM quotient Agile handling Superior comfort levels on the inside Long list of standard equipment | Capable off-roader at a bargain price Ample interior room Good gas mileage Comfortable ride quality |
Cons
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Infotainment isn't intutive to use Lower towing capacity than rivals Neither fastest nor fuel-efficient in its class | Underwhelming base engine Unintuitive touchscreen infotainment Sluggish CVT gearbox |
What's new
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well as Amazon Alexa is now standard. Minor exterior design tweaks. More safety and other features available. 200 unit limited-run PMC Edition model available for 2022. Two new exterior colors added. | New Wilderness trim added which gets extra ground clearance, long-travel suspension, underbody skid plates, and all-terrain tires. Base trim gains LED foglights. Rear AC vents are now available on Premium trim. |
Images
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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Engine
Engine specifications
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| engine size | |||
| 2 l | 2.5 l | ||
| engine type | |||
| I4 | H4 | ||
| engine horsepower | |||
| 272 hp @ 6500 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | ||
| engine torque | |||
| 280 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm | 176 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm | ||
| engine displacement | |||
| 122 cu.in. | 152 cu.in. | ||
| engine bore x stroke | |||
| 3.4 x 3.4 in. | 3.7 x 3.5 in. | ||
| compression ratio | |||
| 10.00 to 1 | 13.00 to 1 | ||
| valves | |||
| 16 | 16 | ||
| valvetrain | |||
| Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double Overhead Cam (DOHC) | ||
| valve timing | |||
| Variable | |||
| vehicle emission | |||
| Low Emission Vehicle | Low Emission Vehicle | ||
| carbon footprint | |||
| 7.3 tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15k mi/yr | 6.1 tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15k mi/yr | ||
| cylinder head | |||
| Aluminum | Aluminum | ||
| engine orientation | |||
| transverse | longitudinal | ||
| engine block | |||
| Aluminum | Aluminum |
Performance
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| zero to 60 mph | |||
| 6.4 sec | 8.7 sec | ||
| zero to 100 mph | |||
| - | 20.6 sec | ||
| standing 1/4-mile | |||
| - | 16.7 sec | ||
| top speed | |||
| 112 mph | 130 mph | ||
| braking 70-0 mph | |||
| - | 176 ft. |
Transmission
Transmission
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| drivetrain | |||
| front wheel drive | all wheel drive | ||
| standard transmission | |||
| 10-speed Automatic w/OD | 8 CVT w/OD | ||
| center differential | |||
| Center Limited Slip Differential | Center Limited Slip Differential | ||
| rear differential | |||
| Rear Electronic Active Differential | - | ||
| paddle shifters | |||
| 1 | 1 | ||
| locking hubs | |||
| - | Permanent | ||
| overdrive | |||
| - | |||
| transmission oil cooler | |||
| - | |||
| transmission electronic control | |||
| - |
Gear
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| transmission gear ratio (1st) | |||
| 5.25 | 4.07 | ||
| transmission gear ratio (2nd) | |||
| 3.27 | - | ||
| transmission gear ratio (3rd) | |||
| 2.19 | - | ||
| transmission gear ratio (4th) | |||
| 1.6 | - | ||
| transmission gear ratio (5th) | |||
| 1.3 | - | ||
| transmission gear ratio (reverse) | |||
| 3.97 | 4.38 | ||
| transmission gear ratio (6th) | |||
| 1 | - | ||
| transmission gear ratio (7th) | |||
| 0.78 | 0.67 | ||
| transmission gear ratio (8th) | |||
| 0.65 | 0.56 | ||
| transmission gear ratio (low) | |||
| 0.38 | - | ||
| transmission gear ratio (high) | |||
| 1.96 | - | ||
| hi lo gear selection | |||
| - |
Measurements and Dimensions
Towing
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| maximum towing capacity | |||
| 1500 lbs. | 2700 lbs. |
Exterior Dimensions
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| curb weight | |||
| 3788 lbs. | 3637 lbs. | ||
| length | |||
| 187.4 in. | 191.3 in. | ||
| width | |||
| 74.8 in. | 73 in. | ||
| height | |||
| 65.7 in. | 66.4 in. | ||
| ground clearance | |||
| 5.7 in. | 8.7 in. | ||
| wheelbase | |||
| 108.3 in. | 108.1 in. | ||
| front tread | |||
| 64.2 in. | 61.8 in. | ||
| rear tread | |||
| 64.7 in. | 62.8 in. | ||
| gross weight | |||
| 4784 lbs. | - | ||
| payload | |||
| 1001 lbs. | - | ||
| turning radius | |||
| 38.9 in. | - | ||
| axle ratio | |||
| 4.17 | 3.9 | ||
| angle of approach | |||
| - | 18.6 degrees | ||
| angle of departure | |||
| - | 21.7 degrees | ||
| cab to axle | |||
| 65.7 in. | - |
Interior Dimensions
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| passenger capacity | |||
| 5 | 5 | ||
| passenger volume | |||
| 104 cu.ft. | 109 cu.ft. | ||
| front headroom | |||
| 40 in. | 40.1 in. | ||
| front legroom | |||
| 42 in. | 42.8 in. | ||
| front shoulder room | |||
| 60 in. | 58.1 in. | ||
| front hiproom | |||
| 55 in. | 55.5 in. | ||
| 2nd row headroom | |||
| 38 in. | 39.1 in. | ||
| 2nd row legroom | |||
| 38 in. | 39.5 in. | ||
| 2nd row shoulder room | |||
| 57 in. | 57.4 in. | ||
| 2nd row hiproom | |||
| 50 in. | 54.8 in. | ||
| maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 79.8 cu.ft. | 75.7 cu.ft. | ||
| 3rd row leg room | |||
| - | 45.2 in. | ||
| 3rd row shoulder room | |||
| - | 43.3 in. | ||
| 3rd row hip room | |||
| - | 32.1 in. | ||
| cargo capacity(all seats in place) | |||
| 31.1 cu.ft. | - | ||
| interior cargo length to rear seat | |||
| 29.5 in. | 42 in. | ||
| cargo capacity(2nd row seats folded) | |||
| 29.5 cu.ft. | 75 cu.ft. | ||
| cargo capacity(3rd row seats folded) | |||
| 29.5 cu.ft. | 32.5 cu.ft. | ||
| interior cargo length to 3rd row seat | |||
| 29.5 in. | 32.5 in. |
Fuel
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| fuel type | |||
| Premium Unleaded | Regular Unleaded | ||
| fuel tank capacity | |||
| 17.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | ||
| range in miles | |||
| 376.20 / 478.80 mi. | 481.00 / 610.50 mi. | ||
| fuel economy city | |||
| 22 mpg | 26 mpg | ||
| fuel economy combined | |||
| 24 mpg | 29 mpg | ||
| fuel economy highway | |||
| 28 mpg | 33 mpg |
Comfort and Convenience
Controls/Remote features
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| control on steering wheel | |||
| Cruise Control | Cruise Control | ||
| climate control | |||
| dual zone front climate control | Single Zone Front Climate Control | ||
| keyless entry | |||
| 1 | 1 | ||
| speed sensitive volume control | |||
| - | |||
| cargo access remote release | |||
| power | power | ||
| garage door transmitter | |||
| homelink | homelink | ||
| emergency interior trunk release | |||
| - | |||
| integrated key/remote | |||
| proximity key | |||
| Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start | - |
Locking
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| power door locks | |||
| power door locks w/autolock feature | power door locks w/autolock feature | ||
| child safety locks | |||
| - | Rear Child Safety Locks | ||
| tailgate/rear door lock | |||
Window
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| power windows | |||
| 1 touch up/down | |||
| rear window defroster/defogger | |||
| Rear window defroster | Rear window defroster |
Memory
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| driver memory seat settings | |||
| - | |||
| type of memory | |||
| Driver Seat and Door Mirrors | - |
Accessories
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| clock | |||
| - | |||
| power outlet | |||
| - | 2 12V DC Power Outlets | ||
| holder | |||
| front and rear cupholders | Front & Rear Cupholders |
Camera
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| camera | |||
| Back-Up Camera | Back-Up Camera w/Washer |
Steering
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| steering wheel | |||
| Rack-Pinion | Rack-Pinion | ||
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | |||
| - | |||
| steering wheel texture | |||
| Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel | leatherette |
Infotainment
Radio
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| AM/FM | |||
| - | |||
| satellite radio | |||
| SiriusXM Satellite Radio | - |
Audio/Video
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| sound system | |||
| auxiliary audio input and usb with external media control | - | ||
| number of speakers | |||
| 9 | 4 | ||
| number of subwoofer | |||
| 1 | - | ||
| stereo output | |||
| 350 watt | - |
Interior
Seating
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| driver seat | |||
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat | Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat | ||
| passenger seat | |||
| Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat | Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats | ||
| heated seats | |||
| Heated & Ventilated Front Bucket Seats | - | ||
| lumbar support | |||
| Power Lumbar Support | - |
Additional features
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| instrument panel | |||
| Piano Black Door Panel Insert | Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert | ||
| headliner | |||
| Full Cloth Headliner | Full Cloth Headliner | ||
| floor mats | |||
| overhead console | |||
| Full Floor Console | Full Floor Console |
Air Conditioning
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| climate control | |||
| dual zone front climate control | Single Zone Front Climate Control | ||
| interior air filtration | |||
| interior air filtration | Air Filtration |
Restraints
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| front head restraints | |||
| Manual Adjustable Front And Rear Head Restraints | Height & Tilt Adjustable Head Restraints | ||
| 2nd row head restraints | |||
| - | Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints |
Exterior
Body
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| bumper | |||
| - | Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent |
Roof
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| roof | |||
| - | Window Grid And Roof Mount Antenna | ||
| roof rack | |||
| - | |||
| sunroof | |||
| Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st And 2nd Row Sunroof w/Power Sunshade | - |
Window
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd row window | |||
| Fixed 3rd Row Windows | Fixed 3rd Row Windows |
Cargo/Bed
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| tailgate/liftgate/swing gate | |||
| Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | Liftgate Rear Cargo Access |
Door
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| number of doors | |||
| 4 | 4 |
Wiper
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| variable intermittent wipers | |||
| fixed interval wipers | |||
Exhaust
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| tailpipe | |||
| chrome tailpipe | - | ||
| exhaust system | |||
| - | single stainless steel exhaust |
Suspension
Shocks
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| front shocks | |||
| - | Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | ||
| rear shocks | |||
| - | Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | ||
| front suspension | |||
| Strut | Strut | ||
| rear suspension | |||
| Multi-Link | Double Wishbone |
Brakes
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS and driveline traction control | |||
| ABS channels | |||
| 4 | 4 | ||
| brake assist | |||
| rear brake rotor diam x thickness (in) | |||
| 12.2 in. | 11.8 in. | ||
| front brake rotor diam x thickness (in) | |||
| 12.4 in. | 12.4 in. |
Tires and Wheels
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| front tires | |||
| P235/55VR19 | P225/65HR17 | ||
| rear tires | |||
| P235/55VR19 | P225/65HR17 | ||
| rear wheel type | |||
| Aluminum | Aluminum | ||
| wheels | |||
| 17 x 7.0 in | 17" x 7J Black Aluminum Alloy -inc: Machine finish | ||
| spare tires | |||
| - | 1 |
Packages
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| packages | |||
| Premium Utility Package,Diamond Cut Wheel Package,Black Utility Package,Chrome Utility Package,Fashion Package | Popular Package #1,Exterior & Interior Auto Dimming Mirrors,Exterior & Interior HL Auto Dimming Mirrors |
Warranty
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| basic warranty | |||
| 4yr./ 50,000 mi. | 3yr./ 36,000 mi. | ||
| drivetrain warranty | |||
| 6yr./ 70,000 mi. | 5yr./ 60,000 mi. | ||
| roadside warranty | |||
| 4yr./ 50,000 mi. | 3yr./ 36,000 mi. | ||
| corrosion perforation warranty | |||
| 5yr./ Unlimited mi. | 5yr./ Unlimited mi. | ||
| roadside assistance | |||
Instrumentation
Instruments
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| tachometer | |||
| trip computer | |||
| turn signal indicator | |||
| - | |||
| compass | |||
| 1 | - | ||
| antenna | |||
| Fixed Antenna | Window Grid Diversity Antenna |
Safety
Airbags
| 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) | 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl CVT) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| knee airbag | |||
| occupant sensing airbag | |||
| - |
