Comparing 2017 Lincoln MKC to 2017 Acura RDX

Changes for 2017 Acura RDX are minimal and limited to two new exterior colors and one new interior color. The 2016 model year saw a number of significant enhancements: a slight increase in horsepower and a re-tuning of the All-Wheel-Drive System toward rear-bias, resulting in better handling. The front and rear fascias were restyled and feature LED lighting, and Acura added more safety technologies and luxury features to the RDX list of standard or available content. See how Lincoln MKC compares. 

 

Competitive Perception

Acura claims that the RDX changes for 2016 resulted in a more powerful and fuel-efficient 3.5L i-VTEC® V6 engine.

  • 279 horsepower
  • 252 lb.-ft. of torque
 

Lincoln Reality

This is really the same engine with very minor enhancements (+6 horsepower and +1 lb.-ft. of torque). Both Lincoln MKC engines deliver more torque and the 2.3L GTDI delivers more horsepower. RDX delivers slightly better fuel economy, which is off set by the cost of the more expensive premium fuel this engine requires. Both Lincoln MKC powertrains can operate with 87-octane fuel. 

 

Competitive Perception

For 2017, the AcuraWatchTM suite of advanced safety and driver-assist technologies is available as standard equipment on the RDX with Advance Package. AcuraWatch technologies include:

  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Collision Mitigation Braking System
  • Forward Collision Warning
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Lane Keeping Assist System
  • Blind Spot Information
  • Rear Cross Traffic Monitor

Lincoln Reality

Those features, plus active park assist and Auto Start-Stop Technology are available on Lincoln MKC FWD Reserve models equipped with the Technology Package. The $42,705 MSRP(2) for Lincoln MKC is $455 less than the comparably equipped RDX at $43,160.(2)

 

Competitive Perception

For those who demand the ultimate in luxury, the 2017 RDX with Advance Package offers a host of features, including:

  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Front fog lights
  • Remote engine start  
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Auto-dimming driver's side mirror
 

Lincoln Reality

The Lincoln name has been synonymous with delivering a luxury experience for years. Nearly all of the features listed in RDX's Advance Package can be found in Lincoln MKC Reserve with the Climate Package, which also adds heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, auto high beams and windshield wiper de-icer. At $41,015,(2) Lincoln MKC also delivers a $2,145 price advantage over the comparably equipped RDX.

 2) Pricing is MSRP, including destination and delivery charges, but excluding taxes. Note: Pricing is subject to change.




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