Lexus RX vs Toyota Highlander (2026)
Price gap, MSRP + destination
$4,610
- RX: 1 mpg better, 10 hp more.
- Highlander: $4,610 cheaper, 38.1 cu ft more cargo.
- Highlander wins 7 of 13 measures.
| Measure | RX | Highlander | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $51,975 | $47,365 | Highlander |
| Horsepower | 275 hp | 265 hp | RX |
| Torque | 317 lb-ft | 310 lb-ft | RX |
| MPG combined | 25 mpg | 24 mpg | RX |
| Cargo, max | 46.2 cu ft | 84.3 cu ft | Highlander |
| Cargo, seats up | 29.6 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft | RX |
| Rear legroom | 37.4 in | 38.7 in | Highlander |
| Front legroom | 41.1 in | 42.0 in | Highlander |
| Length | 192.5 in | 194.9 in | Not scored |
| Width | 75.6 in | 76.0 in | Not scored |
| Curb weight | 4,310 lb | 4,376 lb | Not scored |
| Towing | 3,500 lb | 5,000 lb | Highlander |
| Seats | 5 | 7 | Highlander |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8.0 in | About the same |
| 0-60 mph | 6.9 s estimate | 6.6 s estimate | Highlander |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | RX |
Not scored: length, width, curb weight. N/A rows are not counted.
Nearest trims by price
| Trim | Nearest in price | Gap |
|---|---|---|
| RX 350 FWD $51,225 | Highlander Limited AWD $50,725 | $500 |
| Highlander XLE AWD $46,270 | RX 350 FWD $51,225 | $4,955 |
Hybrid vs hybrid
| Measure | RX | Highlander | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $54,275 | $49,115 | Highlander |
| Horsepower | 246 hp | 243 hp | RX |
| Torque | 233 lb-ft | 175 lb-ft | RX |
| MPG combined | 36 mpg | 35 mpg | RX |
| Cargo, max | 46.2 cu ft | 84.3 cu ft | Highlander |
| Cargo, seats up | 29.6 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft | RX |
| Rear legroom | 37.4 in | 38.7 in | Highlander |
| Front legroom | 41.1 in | 42.0 in | Highlander |
| Towing | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb | About the same |
| Seats | 5 | 7 | Highlander |
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in | 8.0 in | About the same |
| 0-60 mph | 7.4 s tested | 7.1 s estimate | Highlander |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | 3 yr / 36,000 mi | RX |
Highlander wins 6 of 13 measures.
Cost to run
Highlander costs $4,226 less over 6 years.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents per kWh.
| Cost | RX | Highlander |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP + destination | $51,975 | $47,365 |
| Fuel or charging, 1 year | $1,536 | $1,600 |
| Fuel or charging, 6 years | $9,216 | $9,600 |
| Total, 6 years | $61,191 | $56,965 |
Which is better for me?
Weight each group from 0 to 10. MPG uses fuel or charging cost.
Equal weights: Highlander wins.
No single weight change flips the winner.
| Group | Ahead | By |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Highlander | 9% |
| MPG | RX | 4% |
| Power | RX | 4% |
| Space | Highlander | 45% |
| Towing | Highlander | 30% |
Other years
What this cannot tell you
Your price and mpg will differ.
Reliability and safety are not included.
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