When it comes to premium sport SUVs, the competition is fierce. There are many striking compact SUVs in the segment, including the 2026 Acura RDX and the Lexus NX. However, there are clear areas where the Acura SUV has the edge, which we're outlining at Acura of Sherman Oaks.

 

Premium Performance

These compact SUVs are both performance-focused with turbocharged engines, spirited Sport modes, and available adaptive damper systems. However, the 2026 Acura RDX is truly designed to perform. While both SUVs offer turbocharged performance, the new Acura SUV only takes approximately 6.2 seconds to accelerate to 60 mph, while it takes about 6.6 seconds in the Lexus NX. It also boasts an estimated top speed of 140 mph, while the Lexus NX has been tested with a top track speed of 124 mph.

Comfortable Cabin

Even though the SUVs are classified as compact, they both feature spacious cabins. However, the 2026 Acura RDX offers more space, with up to 104 cubic feet of passenger volume, compared to 94.6 cubic feet in the Lexus NX. That includes extra headroom up front, extra shoulder room overall, and almost two extra inches of rear legroom.

While the Lexus SUV typically comes with an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat with power lumbar support (features vary by trim), the Acura SUV comes standard with 12-way power front seats with 4-way power lumbar adjustment or available 16-way power front seats with power lumbar support, thigh extension, and side bolsters.

Versatile Space

Even with its extra passenger space, the 2026 Acura RDX still provides more cargo room, too. It features a 31.1 cubic-foot cargo area, while there's only a 22.7 cubic-foot cargo area in the Lexus NX. That space majorly amplifies in the Acura RDX, which expands to 79.8 cubic feet with the rear seats down, but the Lexus SUV tops out with 46.9 cubic feet of cargo space. Plus, the standard Panoramic Moonroof makes the Acura RDX feel even more spacious, which is only an option in the Lexus NX.

Explore the 2026 Acura RDX in Sherman Oaks, CA

All it takes is one quick visit to our Acura dealership in Sherman Oaks, CA, to make the 2026 Acura RDX yours. We offer a streamlined Acura financing process to help you upgrade to the sporty SUV in no time. Stop in for a test drive today!