Lexus RX 350L vs. Honda Pilot
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus RX 350L and Honda Pilot 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 350L and the Honda Pilot.
In comparing the Lexus RX 350L's and the Honda Pilot's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 350L has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. The Honda Pilot has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 350L's and the Honda Pilot's specifications and ratings, the Honda Pilot is a better car than the Lexus RX 350L.
Pricing: A used 2022 Lexus RX 350L ranges from $37,079 to $48,942 while a used 2022 Honda Pilot is priced between $27,499 to $38,724.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus RX 350L loses 42 percent of its value and the Honda Pilot loses 48.3 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RX 350L retains 6.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Honda Pilot.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 350L is 7.9 out of 10 while the Honda Pilot's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 350L being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows and the Honda Pilot being ranked 6 out of 34 Best SUVs with 3 Rows.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RX 350L is 8.4 out of 10. For the Honda Pilot the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 350L a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Honda Pilot.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus RX 350L’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Honda Pilot base engine makes 280 horsepower. The RX 350L is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. The Pilot is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 527 miles. This gives the Honda Pilot the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus RX 350L. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Honda Pilot has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus RX 350L has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Pilot has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 350L, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
48750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
67488
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
44090 - 119900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
38080
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
34578
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
27400 - 40325
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
42889
Price Range:
37079 - 48942
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
52935
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
35812 - 90529
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
107
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
42175
# Good or Great Deals:
34
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
33058
Price Range:
27499 - 38724
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
31821
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
25159 - 43117
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2312
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
43569
# Good or Great Deals:
641
Lexus RX 350L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Honda Pilot Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus RX 350L
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
13.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
10.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
6.7 - 13.8
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.335
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Pilot
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
5.7 - 13.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.401
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.0346178394295942
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.0 - 13.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
11.665554217594343
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
7.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.0 - 25.6
Lexus RX 350L Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
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8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
18 out of / 68Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 27Ranking
22 out of / 27Ranking
23 out of / 27Ranking
25 out of / 68Ranking
25 out of / 27Ranking
25 out of / 27Ranking
26 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Ranking
29 out of / 29Ranking
29 out of / 29Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
37 out of / 68Ranking
39 out of / 68Ranking
43 out of / 68Ranking
64 out of / 68Honda Pilot Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 34Ranking
4 out of / 34Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 34Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 34Ranking
7 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 67Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 34Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
12 out of / 67Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 34Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 32Ranking
16 out of / 34Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 34Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
19 out of / 34Ranking
20 out of / 34Ranking
20 out of / 32Ranking
20 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 67Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
23 out of / 56Ranking
23 out of / 34Ranking
24 out of / 34Ranking
24 out of / 34Ranking
32 out of / 67Ranking
40 out of / 67Ranking
47 out of / 67Ranking
50 out of / 56Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus RX 350L Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
Honda Pilot Trim Levels
Black Edition, Elite, EX-L, SE, Sport, Touring, Touring w/Rear Captain's Chairs, TrailSport
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 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):
5 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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
290 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
263 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
365 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
390 / 527 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Cargo Space:
7.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
58.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
169.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4464 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
196.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4030 lbs
Width:
78.6 inches
Height:
70.6 inches
Length:
196.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Cloudburst Gray
Green
Nori Green Pearl
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Iridium
White
Eminent White Pearl
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Pearl
Blue
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Gray
Sonic Gray Pearl
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment w/Matte Bamboo Trim / Parchment w/Striated Black Trim
Black
Black w/Open Pore Black Walnut Trim and Blue Stitching / Black w/Open-Pore Brown Walnut Trim / Black w/Striated Black Trim
Brown
Glazed Carmel w/Open-Pore Brown Walnut Trim
Gray
Birch w/Open-Pore Brown Walnut Trim / Birch w/Striated Black Trim
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
