2025 Lexus LX vs 2025 Lincoln Navigator

$106,000 · SUV

$99,995 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Picking between the 2025 Lexus LX and the 2025 Lincoln Navigator often comes down to balancing luxury pedigree against sheer capability and upfront cost. If your main concern is the budget, the Navigator undercuts the Lexus by a notable $6,005, starting at $99,995 versus the LX's $106,000 MSRP. However, that extra spending on the Lexus gets you slightly better efficiency, achieving 19 MPG combined compared to the Navigator’s 17 MPG combined, though both demand a premium fuel diet (the Navigator uses regular unleaded, which is a small operational saving). The Navigator pulls ahead significantly in sheer utility, boasting 22.9 cu ft of cargo space—more than double the LX's meager 11 cu ft. Power-wise, the Navigator packs a punch with 440 hp and 510 lb-ft, outpacing the LX's 409 hp and 479 lb-ft, making it the stronger performer on paper for hauling and towing tasks.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lexus LX

The Lexus LX wins for daily commuting due to its slightly better 19 MPG combined efficiency versus the Navigator's 17 MPG combined.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Navigator

The Lincoln Navigator is the better family hauler because it offers vastly superior utility with 22.9 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the LX's 11 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Navigator

Enthusiasts will prefer the Navigator because it delivers higher performance figures, netting 440 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Navigator

The Navigator offers better value by starting at a $6,005 lower MSRP while providing substantially more cargo space.

Choose the Lexus LX if...

You prioritize the slightly higher fuel economy rating of 19 MPG combined.
You prefer the reputation and refinement associated with the Lexus brand.
You want a vehicle with a slightly smaller overall footprint (200.5 inches long versus 210.0 inches).

Choose the Lincoln Navigator if...

Maximizing cargo space is essential, given its 22.9 cu ft capacity.
You prefer using regular unleaded fuel instead of premium fuel required by the LX.
You want the extra brute strength provided by 440 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lexus LX	Lincoln Navigator
Length	200.5"	210.0"
Width	78.3"	80.0"
Height	74.2"	78.0"
Wheelbase	112.2"	122.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Headlight Washers	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	3.4 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	409 hp @ 5200 rpm	440 hp @ 5850 rpm
Torque	479 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	510 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	four wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	On Demand
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Hi-Lo	Electronic Single-Speed
Locking Hubs	Automatic	Automatic
Center Differential Type	Locking	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/22 MPG	15/22 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	19 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	358.7/464.2 mi.	354.0/519.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.1 gal.	23.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cooled Storage Compartment	✓	—
Steering Wheel Controls	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	—	✓
Adjustable Pedals	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	48.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	10	28
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Premium Brand Speakers	—	Revel
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓
Video Monitor	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	38.3 in.
Front Leg Room	41.1 in.	43.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.4 in.	65.3 in.
Front Hip Room	59.6 in.	61.9 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	37.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	36.6 in.	42.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.8 in.	65.1 in.
Rear Hip Room	58.8 in.	61.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	✓
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	22 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	✓	P275/50R22
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Front Suspension Type	Independent	—
Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	—	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	—	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	—	✓

Warranty

Feature	Lexus	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 10000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lexus LX and 2025 Lincoln Navigator.

How much more does the 2025 Lexus LX cost compared to the Navigator?

The 2025 Lexus LX has an MSRP of $106,000, making it $6,005 more expensive than the 2025 Lincoln Navigator, which starts at $99,995.

Which SUV is more powerful for highway merging or towing?

The 2025 Lincoln Navigator is more powerful on paper, producing 440 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque, significantly beating the LX's 409 hp and 479 lb-ft.

Is there a big difference in their ability to hold luggage?

Yes, the difference is significant: the Navigator offers 22.9 cu ft of cargo capacity, while the Lexus LX trails considerably with only 11 cu ft available.

Do both vehicles require premium gasoline?

No, the Lexus LX explicitly requires premium unleaded fuel. The Lincoln Navigator is designed to run on less expensive regular unleaded fuel.

Which car is better on gas for a long commute?

While both are thirsty, the Lexus LX has a slight edge with a combined 19 MPG (17 city/22 highway) compared to the Navigator's combined 17 MPG (15 city/22 highway).