Does the 2026 Acura RDX need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$313extra a year
- Premium listed for the SH-AWD.
- All 9 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SH-AWD | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SH-AWD w/Technology Package | 2.0L | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SH-AWD w/Technology Pkg | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SH-AWD w/A-Spec Package | 2.0L | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SH-AWD w/A-Spec Pkg | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SH-AWD w/Advance Package | 2.0L | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SH-AWD w/Advance Pkg | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SH-AWD w/A-Spec & Advance Pkgs | 2.0L 4cyl | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| SH-AWD w/A-Spec Advance Package | 2.0L | Premium | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Acura RDX | SH-AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Lexus RX | 350 FWD | Premium |
| 2026 Lexus NX | NX 350h FWD | Premium |
| 2026 Honda Passport | RTL AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Cadillac XT5 | Luxury FWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree