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Lexus RX 350 vs. Toyota Venza

In comparing the Lexus RX 350 to the Toyota Venza, 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 versus the Toyota Venza, the Toyota Venza is a better car than the Lexus RX 350.

Lexus RX 350 versus Toyota Venza Pricing

A used 2015 Lexus RX 350 ranges from $18,000 to $28,998 while a used 2015 Toyota Venza is priced between $13,996 to $24,606.

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. 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 trunk space.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Lexus RX 350 has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity and payload capacity, while the Toyota Venza has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Lexus RX 350 has an average safety rating of 4.35 out of 5 Stars.

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2015 Lexus RX 350

2015 Toyota Venza

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$18,000 - $28,998

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

34.7%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$13,996 - $24,606

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.9 / 10

Retained Value:

9.0 / 10

Safety:

8.4 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 21

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

2 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs

2 / 21
3 / 67
3 / 21

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 67

iSeeCars Rankings

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

Base, Crafted Line, F SPORT

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):

4.35 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

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 Specifications

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

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

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

Tire Size:

P235/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

19.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

P245/55R19