2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 Acura RDX | Hoffman Estates, IL
Looking for a small luxury SUV that delivers on performance, style, and the latest tech? The 2021 Audi Q3 offers that and more. Take a side-by-side look at the 2021 Q3 and the 2021 Acura RDX to see how they compare. If you determine the Q3 is the vehicle for you, search our inventory at Audi Hoffman Estates in Hoffman Estates, IL, then call us at (888) 698-1441, start a live chat, or send us a text to set up a test drive with your favorite trim.
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Exterior Design
The Audi Q3 is classically styled with a modern flair, accentuated by 18-inch five-arm design wheels, definitive Audi front grille, aluminum roof rails, power adjustable heated side mirrors, attractive LED headlights and tail lights, and a tailgate roof spoiler.
The Acura RDX premium sport crossover delivers a sporty athletic vibe, with angular design details and a bold front stance. You’ll find 19-inch Glitter Silver wheels and Jewel Eye® LED headlights on the RDX.
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Interior Design & Technology
Slide inside the 2021 Q3, and you’ll discover luxurious comfort and tech, tech, tech. First impressions are everything, and the Audi virtual cockpit in the 2021 Audi Q3 delivers the wow factor. A three-spoke, multifunction steering wheel further defines its future-forward vibe, and decorative Micrometallic Silver inlays add even more distinction. Standard heated leather front seats beckon you to relax and enjoy every moment, and a Bang & Olufsen® 3D premium sound system and MMI® infotainment system with navigation deliver everything you love to listen to or anywhere you want to go.
You’ll find supple leather upholstery throughout the roomy cabin of the 2021 Acura RDX, as well as attractive trim details in high-quality materials. Like the Q3, a panoramic sunroof opens to the outside. An Acura/ELS Studio 32 premium audio system plays your favorite tunes, podcasts, sporting events, or news.
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Engine Specs & Fuel Economy
Audi introduced a new, entry-level engine option for the Q3 in 2021 that joins the higher tuned option. The Q3 features legendary quattro® AWD and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The RDX pairs its engine with a ten-speed automatic transmission and either front-wheel or all-wheel drive (AWD).
40 TFSI® quattro® Tiptronic®
2021 Audi Q3
- 2.0L four-cylinder engine
- 184 HP
- 221 lb.-ft. of torque
- 22 city/30 hwy MPG
45 TFSI® S line® (quattro® Tiptronic®)
2021 Audi Q3
- 2.0L four-cylinder engine
- 228 HP
- 258 lb.-ft. of torque
- 20 city/28 hwy MPG
2.0L I4 turbocharged engine
2021 Acura RDX
- 272 HP
- 280 lb.-ft. of torque
- 22 city/28 hwy MPG
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Size & Cargo Space
Bring up to four of your favorite people in the 2021 Audi Q3, which also features 23.7 cubic feet of cargo space for luggage and other gear behind the rear seat, or a maximum cargo space of 48 cubic when the rear seats are folded down. The Q3 measures 176.6 inches in length with a width of 72.8 inches.
The RDX also seats five and has a maximum cargo capacity of 58.8 cubic feet. The RDX is larger than the Q3 and measures 186.7 inches in length with a width of 74.8 inches.
Convenient storage solutions can be found in the cabin and behind the rear seats of the 2021 Q3, thanks to the standard storage package. Features include storage nets, a luggage compartment shell with side panel trim, a storage compartment under the front passenger’s seat, and two-dimensional luggage compartment spotlights in the tailgate.
2021 Audi Q3 vs. 2021 Acura RDX Safety Options & Features
Feel the confidence and peace of mind that the safety features and advanced tech provide in both the 2021 Audi Q3 and 2021 Acura RDX. Among the standard features on the Q3 are an advanced airbag system for crash protection, child LATCH system, tire pressure monitoring system, Audi drive select for a more balanced ride, and the Audi pre sense® basic driver assist technology package.
The RDX also comes with a comprehensive airbag system, plus the AcuraWatchâ„¢ suite of safety and driver assistance features that includes a collision mitigation system, adaptive cruise control, and a lane keeping assist system.
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