COMPETITIVE COMPARISON

2026

ADX

2026

BMW X1

2026 Updates

BMW introduced some new colors for their smallest CUV. Otherwise, the X1 is unchanged for 2026. The ADX continues to outshine it on several key points.


Competitive Points

Agility Rules

The ADX is significantly lighter than the X1, enhancing its crisp, light handling. 

  • Weight:
    • ADX: 3,369 lbs.
    • X1: 3,750 lbs.

The story is: When you take a corner in an ADX, enjoy its fun-to-drive character.


Loaded with Luxury

Acura builds every ADX with luxury features that will cost more in the X1, keeping the cost of entry significantly lower.

  • Base MSRP:
    • ADX: $35,000
    • X1: $42,800

The story is: When you purchase an ADX, it feels good to know you are getting more premium features included, for a lower price.


A Spectacular View

Open the moonroof and bring the skies inside.

  • One-touch power moonroof:
    • ADX: Comes standard
    • X1: An expensive option

The story is: When you drive an ADX, enjoy the open-air feeling that is an upcharge in the X1.


Enter Smartly

Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock® automatically unlocks the doors when the fob is within range, and locks them as you walk away.

  • Automatic door lock
    • ADX: Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock comes standard
    • X1: Part of an expensive package

The story is: When you own an ADX, the doors can lock and unlock themselves when your hands are full.


Peace of Mind Included

The AcuraWatch™ suite comes standard on every ADX.

  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC):
    • ADX: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) comes standard
    • X1: Similar feature is part of an expensive package
  • Lane Keeping Assist:
    • ADX: Lane Keeping Assist comes standard
    • X1: Similar feature is part of an expensive package

The story is: When you own an ADX, you don’t have to pay extra for extra confidence.


Make Yourself More Comfortable

Heated front seats are essential on chilly mornings

  • Heated seats:
    • ADX: Comes standard
    • X1: Additional cost
The story is: Once again, expected luxuries come at an expense in the BMW.

No Charge for Charging

ADX offers a standard wireless phone charger to minimize messy wires.

  • Wireless charger:
    • ADX: Comes standard
    • X1: Requires a “convenience package”

The story is: Unlike Acura, BMW does not consider certain conveniences to be essential.