2025 Acura RDX vs. 2025 BMW X3: Which Luxury SUV is Right for You?
October 07 2025,
When it comes to luxury SUVs, two names often top the list: the 2025 Acura RDX and the 2025 BMW X3. Both bring style, comfort, and innovation to Canadian drivers. Choosing between them depends on the features and driving feel that matter most to you, so let’s take a closer look side by side.
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Power That Fuels Every Drive
The 2025 Acura RDX is equipped with a 2.0-litre turbocharged I-4 engine, producing 272 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. It pairs with a ten-speed automatic transmission and comes standard with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive for added confidence. The 2025 BMW X3 starts with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine, giving 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, linked to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Drivers can also opt for a 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine with 393 horsepower and 428 lb-ft of torque, offering a sportier edge.
Efficiency That Fits Daily Life
Fuel economy matters when driving across BC’s highways or weaving through city streets. The Acura RDX returns a combined rating of 9.9 L/100 km, with 11.3 L/100 km in the city and 8.6 L/100 km on the highway. The BMW X3 offers slightly more efficiency with its base engine, achieving a combined 8.8 L/100 km, 11.0 L/100 km in the city, and 7.1 L/100 km on the highway. The six-cylinder option averages 8.6 L/100 km combined.
Styling That Turns Heads
The RDX stands out with its frameless Diamond Pentagon grille, sleek LED headlights, and sculpted body lines. Opting for the A-Spec trim adds 20-inch wheels and blacked-out accents for a bold, sporty appearance. The X3 keeps it classic with a larger grille, athletic stance, and refined LED lighting. Inside, drivers will appreciate its Curved Display and premium finishes that emphasize timeless elegance.
Technology Designed for Every Journey
Inside the Acura RDX, you’ll find a 10.2-inch HD display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus the option of a 16-speaker ELS Studio 3D audio system that fills the cabin with rich sound. The BMW X3 raises the bar with a Curved Display, combining a 12.3-inch digital cluster and a 14.9-inch infotainment screen. Voice command integration adds a high-tech touch for drivers who love cutting-edge features.
Safety and Confidence Behind the Wheel
The RDX features AcuraWatch as standard, including adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and collision mitigation braking. The X3 also brings confidence with forward collision mitigation, lane-keeping assist, and standard Parking Assistant, ensuring peace of mind on every drive.
Space and Comfort for Real Life
The Acura RDX makes room for your lifestyle with 835 litres of cargo space behind the seats, expanding to 1,668 litres when folded. Its Platinum Elite A-Spec trim also adds leather upholstery and a smartly redesigned console. The BMW X3 offers 570 litres of cargo space with the seats up, expanding to 1,700 litres with them down. With features like ambient lighting and available Merino leather, the cabin feels traditionally luxurious.
Experience the 2025 Acura RDX at Acura of Langley
See what the 2025 Acura RDX can do for you. Visit Acura of Langley today and experience this luxury SUV firsthand. With premium design, dynamic performance, and advanced safety, the RDX is ready for life in British Columbia. Schedule your test drive and find out why it’s the SUV that keeps Canadian drivers coming back.
