Lexus RX 350 vs. Toyota Venza
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus RX 350 and Toyota Venza contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lexus RX 350 and the Toyota Venza.
In comparing the Lexus RX 350's and the Toyota Venza's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Toyota Venza has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 350's and the Toyota Venza's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Venza is a better car than the Lexus RX 350.
Pricing: A used 2015 Lexus RX 350 ranges from $14,899 to $25,932 while a used 2015 Toyota Venza is priced between $10,996 to $20,984.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus RX 350’s base engine makes 270 horsepower, and the Toyota Venza base engine makes 182 horsepower. The RX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. The Venza is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 460 miles.This gives the Toyota Venza the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lexus RX 350 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Toyota Venza has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lexus RX 350, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Lexus RX 350 has an average safety rating of 4.42 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$40,970
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$57,728
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$38,900 - $102,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,065
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$28,869
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$20,695 - $33,975
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$20,123
Price Range:
$14,899 - $25,932
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$22,374
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$14,660 - $35,453
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
408
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
102,210
# Good or Great Deals:
143
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$16,196
Price Range:
$10,996 - $20,984
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$15,966
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$10,496 - $24,772
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
54
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
106,271
# Good or Great Deals:
26
Lexus RX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.4 / 10
Toyota Venza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus RX 350
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.2 - 4.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
49.6%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Toyota Venza
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.9
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.1 - 4.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
40.5%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.2 - 18.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.8 - 9.6
Lexus RX 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 20Ranking
1 out of / 19Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 68Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 20Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
7 out of / 68Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
14 out of / 20Ranking
16 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
20 out of / 20Ranking
21 out of / 59Ranking
26 out of / 68Ranking
32 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
40 out of / 68Ranking
42 out of / 68Ranking
62 out of / 68Toyota Venza Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RX 350 Trim Levels
Base, Crafted Line, F SPORT
Toyota Venza Trim Levels
LE, Limited, XLE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.42 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
182 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
346 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
354 / 460 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
40 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
36.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3760 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
63.4 inches
Length:
189 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/55R19
Exterior Colors
Beige
Satin Cashmere Metallic
Black
Obsidian / Stargazer Black
Blue
Deep Sea Mica
Brown
Fire Agate Pearl
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Red
Claret Mica
Silver
Silver Lining Metallic
White
Starfire Pearl
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Attitude Black Metallic
Blue
Parisian Night Pearl
Brown
Not available
Gray
Cosmic Gray Mica / Magnetic Gray Metallic
Red
Barcelona Red Metallic
Silver
Celestial Silver
White
Blizzard Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment / Saddle Tan
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray
Interior Colors
Beige
Ivory
Black
Black
Gray
Light Gray
