2025 INFINITI QX50 vs. 2025 Acura RDX: Which One Fits Your Drive?

Looking at a compact luxury SUV and deciding between two great options can feel like comparing your favourite coffees. Both are good, both look sharp, and both have that upscale personality. The 2025 INFINITI QX50 and 2025 Acura RDX are prime examples. They share a similar size, both seat 5, and both bring their own take on performance, tech, and comfort. Instead of pushing one over the other, let’s just lay out what each one offers so you can decide what fits your lifestyle best.

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Performance That Feels Confident

The 2025 INFINITI QX50 comes with a 2.0-litre turbocharged I-4 that produces 268 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) and AWD. The 2025 Acura RDX also uses a 2.0-litre turbocharged I-4, making 272 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, matched to a 10-speed automatic transmission with AWD as well. Both offer smooth acceleration and confident everyday driving. It comes down to what kind of drive you prefer. The QX50 leans toward silky and consistent power delivery, while the RDX feels a bit more geared and punchy due to the 10-speed automatic setup.

Fuel Efficiency for Everyday Life

The 2025 INFINITI QX50 is rated at 10.8 L/100 km city, 8.3 L/100 km highway, and 9.7 L/100 km combined. The 2025 Acura RDX is rated at 11.0 L/100 km city, 8.6 L/100 km highway, and 9.9 L/100 km combined. These numbers are close, but the QX50 offers slightly better efficiency overall. Both require premium fuel, which is common in luxury performance SUVs.

Space That Works for Real People

The QX50 provides 880-litre of cargo space behind the rear seats, expanding to 1,823-litre with the seats folded. The RDX offers 835-litre behind the rear seats and up to 2260-litre when the seats are folded. So the QX50 gives more space with passengers onboard, while the RDX stretches out more when you need maximum room. Both seat five adults comfortably and offer supportive seating designs, but the QX50 adds available ventilated front seats which can be a treat in summer.

Features and Everyday Comfort

The QX50 includes an 8.0-inch colour touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, in-car Wi-Fi, wireless charging, and a 12-speaker Bose audio system. The RDX comes with a 10.2-inch display, CarPlay, Android Auto, wireless charging, and a 12-speaker ELS audio system. The QX50 adds 20-inch alloy wheels and memory seating, while the RDX features 19-inch wheels and synthetic leather upholstery standard. Both offer heated front seats and dual-zone auto climate control.

See the 2025 QX50 at INFINITI North Calgary

Choosing the right SUV comes down to how the vehicle feels to you. The 2025 INFINITI QX50 blends comfort, efficiency, upscale styling, and thoughtful interior features in a way that feels refined and everyday-friendly. Visit INFINITI North Calgary to explore the QX50 in person, take a test drive, and see which trim suits your style. We proudly serve drivers across AB and are ready to help you make the choice that feels right.

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