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Acura RDX vs. Ford Flex Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Acura RDX vs. Ford Flex Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $38,880

Acura RDX   
Difference: $7,690

Lowest Total Invoice: $36,208

Acura RDX   
Difference: $6,748

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012
ModelRDXFlexFlex
TrimBaseLimitedTitanium
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $32,895 $35,765 $38,260
Base Invoice $30,646 $33,356 $35,627
Technology Package 3,100    
AWD 2,000 1,850 1,850
Navigation system   2,350 2,350
3.5L V6   2,995 2,995
Power-stowing third row seats   495 495
255/45VR20   795  
Sunroof   1,495 1,495
Technology Package 2,843    
AWD 1,834 1,684 1,684
Navigation system   1,998 1,998
3.5L V6   2,725 2,726
Power-stowing third row seats   421 421
255/45VR20   676  
Sunroof   1,271 1,271
Options (change) 5,100 9,980 9,185
Options (change) 4,677 8,775 8,100
Destination 885 825 825
Total Price $38,880 $46,570 $48,270
Total Invoice $36,208 $42,956 $44,552

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RDX vs. Ford Flex

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura RDX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,540
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,765
Model Year201220122012
ModelRDXFlexFlex
TrimBaseLimitedTitanium
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine240hp I4355hp V6355hp V6
TransmissionT5T6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/22 MPG16/22 MPG16/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)410, 10390, 12390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/55-18255/45-20255/45-20
Total Price$38,880$46,570$48,270
Adjustments for Features0-2,150-2,350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$38,880$44,420$45,920
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,500
Total Invoice$36,208$42,956$44,552
Adjustments for Features0-1,983-2,169
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$36,208$40,973$42,383
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,410

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Features Comparison: Acura RDX vs. Ford Flex

Model Year201220122012
ModelRDXFlexFlex
TrimBaseLimitedTitanium
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power liftgate $350$350
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist$50  
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250
Safety key $5$5
Side curtain airbags$350  
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500$500
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75  
Cargo net $40$40
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150$150
Rear HVAC unit $400$400
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500  
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350  
Glass roof panel(s) $300$300
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Rear bumper protector $40$40
Rear spoiler$200  
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0  
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
Media drive $15$15
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25$25
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Boost gauge$75  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100  
Folding passenger seat $150$150
Footrests, second row $25$25
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200
Leather door panel trim$250  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats $75$75
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Power release, second row seats $50$50
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power-stowing third row seats $1000$1000
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Tailgating position, third row seats $50$50
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$5,825$7,975$8,175
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,150$2,350
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,983-2,169

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Specifications Comparison: Acura RDX vs. Ford Flex

Model Year20122012
ModelRDXFlex
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase104.3 in117.9 in
Length180.7 in202.3 in
Width73.6 in75.9 in
Height65.2 in67.6 in
Curb Weight3,931 lb.4,839 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in41.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.2 in58.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.4 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.3 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.3 in57.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.6 in44.3 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in38.7 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in41.1 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
27.8 ft319.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
27.845.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
60.6 ft386.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Acura RDX

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested97564%
Total Not Requested55036%

Option Package Details
Ford Flex Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested87593%
Total Not Requested657%
Power-stowing third row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested450100%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Glass roof panel(s)300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
355 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
FeatureValueRequested?
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
355 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
1000Yes
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%

Option Package Details
Ford Flex Titanium

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested87593%
Total Not Requested657%
Power-stowing third row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested450100%
Sunroof
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Glass roof panel(s)300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
355 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
FeatureValueRequested?
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
355 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
1000Yes
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%

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