Sports sedan handling and performance, roomier interior, significantly greater value—all are reasons for clients to choose the 2012 RDX Technology Package over the 2012 Lexus RX 350 4X2.
2012 Acura RDX
Sports Car Handling and Performance
RDX proves that an SUV can be fun to drive!
• RDX's greater torque (260 lbs.-ft. vs. 248 lbs.-ft.) and significantly lower weight (3,752 lbs. vs. 4,178 lbs.) provides greater acceleration for merging into traffic and passing.
• Edmunds.com reports 0-60 mph times for RDX "in the high-6-second" range. LexusUSA.com lists RX 350 4X2 0-60 mph acceleration at 7.7 seconds.
• Reviewers have noted that RDX drives like a sport sedan (see quotes).
Edmunds.com
"The turbocharged engine is a thrill and makes the RDX exciting to drive, providing 0-60 mph times in the high-6-second range."
"In road tests, we've found that the Acura RDX drives like a sport sedan. It's quick and extremely nimble through corners."
Roomier Interior
• RDX has greater maximum passenger volume than RX 350 4X2 (101.4 cubic feet vs. 99.7 cubic feet).
• RDX has more rear seat headroom (38.3" vs. 37.7") and legroom (37.7" vs. 36.8") than RX 350 for greater rear passenger comfort.
Significantly Greater Value
The 2012 Acura RDX—and MDX—provides significantly greater value than the 2012 Lexus RX 350 4X2. Consider the following (all prices shown are MSRP):
• The 2012 RDX Technology Package is priced almost $3,100 less than the base price of the 2012 RX 350 4X2.
• The 2012 RDX Technology Package is priced $11,000 less (MSRP) than the 2012 RX 350 when it is comparably equipped (see chart).
• Even the 2012 MDX with Technology Package (and standard SH-AWD) is priced lower than the 2012 RX 350 4X2 when it is comparably equipped to the RDX Technology Package!
Sidebar: Super Value!
The 2012 RDX is priced $6,180 lower than the base price of the 2012 RX 350 4X2. Premium features like leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, and Xenon headlights are standard on RDX but extra-cost options on RX 350.
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