2022 Acura RDX A-Spec vs. BMW M3 | Maus Acura of North Tampa

It’s that time of year again. When the best of the best in compact premium SUVs must face off head-to-head for bragging rights. When we take a deep dive into what makes two of the most popular compact luxury SUVs in the North Tampa area to see what makes them tick, we all love a good head-to-head car comparison, don’t we?

Especially the Acura specialists at Maus Acura of North Tampa. We’ve put together this extra mini-car comparison battle for you between the 2022 Acura RDX A-Spec and the BMW M3. If you’re seeking a blend of everyday versatility and high-end infotainment, and creature comforts that aren’t overly priced, these two compact SUVs aim to please. But which one has the better performance, features, and amenities? That’s exactly what we’re going to find out today.

The 2022 Acura RDX A-Spec vs. BMW M3

If you’re in the market for a premium compact SUV, these two sports-inspired SUVs are both engaging to drive and pretty comparable when you first look at them. But after this comparison, when you see that the Acura RDX A-Spec is the clear winner, be sure to come down to the Maus Acura of North Tampa lot to take one for a test drive!

Let’s look at how these two luxury compact SUVs stack up against each other.

Engine & Performance

This is one area in which the RDX A-Spec sets itself apart from the competition in its class with a standard turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine and 272 horses under the hood. In addition, with both front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive 10-speed automatic transmission options, you can fine-tune your driving experience, especially if you spring for the Super Handling-AWD transmission option that automatically moves torque between the rear wheels as needed to improve grip and performance instantly.

However, in the BMW M3, you’ll find it comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine standard that only puts out 248-horsepower. And trust us when we say those 24 extra horses make quite the difference in performance, handling, and acceleration. In addition, there is an added option for the M3 that comes with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system which can provide a modest power boost in certain driving situations, but it just doesn’t hold up to the road performance of the RDX A-Spec.

Safety & Driving Assistance

The 2022 Acura RDX A-Spec comes standard with Acura’s state of the art driving safety assistance technology that includes:

• Forward collision warning system with automatic emergency braking
• Lane departure warning
• Road Departure Mitigation and lane centering
• Adaptive Cruise control
• Stop and go capabilities
• Blindspot warning system

With the BMW X3, you’ll find a comparable driver safety and assistance feature, but you’ll have to pay a premium upgrade cost for the higher-end semi-autonomous driving features. Their Active Driving Assistant comes standard with:

• Forward collision warning system with automatic emergency braking
• Lane departure warning
• Blindspot warning system
• Rear cross-traffic warnings

If you want to pay for the expensive upgrade, you’ll have safety features like a front cross-traffic warning system Level 2 traffic jam assist system with stop and go capabilities.

The Clear Winner Is…

The 2022 Acura RDX A-Spec has more standard features and engine performance than the BMW M3. And when you sit inside your own RDX A-Spec, you’ll see that it’s engineered for the ultimate driving experience and the ultimate driving comfort at every turn. With a leather interior, high-end infotainment, and premium surround sound system. You’ll have the best of everything you could ever want at your fingertips.

Call the Acura pros at Maus Acura of North Tampa at (813)-535-6287 today to schedule your 2022 RDX A-Spec test drive!