Lexus RX 350L vs. Lincoln Aviator
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lexus RX 350L and Lincoln Aviator 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 Lincoln Aviator.
When comparing the Lexus RX 350L's and the Lincoln Aviator's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 350L has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The Lincoln Aviator has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 350L's and the Lincoln Aviator's specifications and ratings, the Lexus RX 350L is a better car than the Lincoln Aviator.
Pricing: A used 2022 Lexus RX 350L ranges from $37,079 to $48,942 while a used 2022 Lincoln Aviator is priced between $35,483 to $53,642.
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 Lincoln Aviator loses 54.4 percent of its value. This means the Lexus RX 350L retains 12.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln Aviator.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 350L is 7.9 out of 10 while the Lincoln Aviator's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 350L being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows and the Lincoln Aviator being ranked 11 out of 29. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Lexus RX 350L is ranked 12 and the Lincoln Aviator is ranked 19.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus RX 350L is 8.4 out of 10. For the Lincoln Aviator the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 350L an advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Aviator.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lexus RX 350L’s base engine makes 290 horsepower, and the Lincoln Aviator base engine makes 400 horsepower. The RX 350L is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles. The Aviator is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles.This gives the Lexus RX 350L the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lincoln Aviator the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the Lincoln Aviator has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Lincoln Aviator 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:
50870
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
75380
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
42800 - 139900
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:
42092
# Good or Great Deals:
36
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
44104
Price Range:
35483 - 53642
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
64595
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
32176 - 179421
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
436
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
46870
# Good or Great Deals:
165
Lexus RX 350L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Lincoln Aviator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 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 Lincoln Aviator
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
8.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
5.2 - 19.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.064
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:
27.301373979086286
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.3 - 27.3
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
7 out of / 29Ranking
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 / 68Lincoln Aviator Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
3 out of / 17Ranking
3 out of / 16Ranking
4 out of / 17Ranking
4 out of / 16Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 17Ranking
13 out of / 17Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 17Ranking
15 out of / 17Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Ranking
36 out of / 68Ranking
40 out of / 64Ranking
47 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Lexus RX 350L Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
Lincoln Aviator Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Reserve, Standard
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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:
5 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:
400 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
415 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 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 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 525 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:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
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
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
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:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
41.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.3 inches
Cargo Space:
18.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
77.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
163 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:
4745 lbs
Width:
89.9 inches
Height:
69.6 inches
Length:
199.3 inches
Wheelbase:
119.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 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:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
255/60R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Caviar
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Cloudburst Gray
Green
Nori Green Pearl
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Iridium
White
Eminent White Pearl
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Asher Gray
Green
Gilded Green
Red
Burgundy Velvet
Silver
Silver Radiance
White
Ceramic Pearl / Pristine White
Brown
Bronze Smoke
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
Ebony
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
