2025 Lexus RX vs 2026 Honda Passport

$49,125 · Crossover

$44,750 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

When choosing a mid-size crossover, the dilemma often boils down to premium comfort versus raw utility. The 2025 Lexus RX enters with an MSRP of $49,125, emphasizing efficiency with 25 combined MPG from its 275 hp engine. In contrast, the 2026 Honda Passport, starting at $44,750, demands regular unleaded fuel and boasts superior space. While the Passport offers a cavernous 44 cu ft of cargo capacity, the Lexus provides a slightly better highway rating at 29 MPG compared to the Passport's 25 MPG highway rating. Despite the Lexus's refinement, the Passport has a nearly 30% larger cargo area than the RX's 29.6 cu ft, making it the workhorse of this comparison. Buyers must weigh the $4,375 initial savings and larger physical footprint of the Passport against the Lexus’s better fuel economy figures.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lexus RX

The Lexus RX is the winner for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy of 25 MPG versus the Passport's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The Honda Passport is better for families because it offers significantly more utility with 44 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Lexus RX's 29.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport appeals slightly more to enthusiasts with 285 hp and standard All-Wheel Drive, even though it produces slightly less torque (262 lb-ft) than the RX.

💰 Best Value

2026 Honda Passport

The Honda Passport offers superior utility and power for $4,375 less than the Lexus RX, making it the better overall value proposition.

Choose the Lexus RX if...

You prioritize fuel cost savings, benefiting from 25 combined MPG compared to the Passport's 21 MPG.
You prefer using premium unleaded gasoline and an 8-speed automatic transmission setup.
You want a slightly narrower vehicle (75.6 inches) for easier city parking maneuvers.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You need maximum hauling capability, as the Passport offers 44 cu ft of cargo space.
You require standard All-Wheel Drive right out of the box, while the RX defaults to FWD.
You want a more powerful engine delivering 285 horsepower using less expensive regular unleaded fuel.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lexus RX	Honda Passport
Length	192.5"	191.5"
Width	75.6"	79.4"
Height	67.3"	73.1"
Wheelbase	112.2"	113.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	—
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Base Engine Displacement	2.4 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	275 hp @ 6000 rpm	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/29 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	391.6/516.2 mi.	351.5/462.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.8 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Lexus	Honda
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	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Infotainment Display	9.8 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	12	9
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Stereo Power	—	225W
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Lexus	Honda
One-Touch Power Windows	4	2
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.1 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	61.9 in.
Front Hip Room	56.7 in.	58.3 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	4-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Rear Head Room	38.6 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.5 in.	61.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.9 in.	57.4 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Painted Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Polished Alloy Wheels	✓	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	✓	265/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Lexus	Honda
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 10000 mi.	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lexus RX and 2026 Honda Passport.

Which car costs less to drive daily based on fuel?

The Lexus RX (car1) is more cost-efficient daily, achieving 25 combined MPG versus the Honda Passport's (car2) 21 combined MPG. However, the RX specifically recommends premium fuel, which might negate some of those mileage savings.

Is the 2026 Honda Passport much larger than the 2025 Lexus RX?

Yes, the Passport is noticeably bulkier. It is significantly taller at 73.1 inches compared to the RX's 67.3 inches, and it is wider at 79.4 inches versus the RX's 75.6 inches.

Which crossover provides more space for luggage?

The 2026 Honda Passport is the clear winner for storage, boasting a massive 44 cu ft of cargo capacity, far exceeding the 2025 Lexus RX’s 29.6 cu ft.

Who wins the straight power comparison between these two crossovers?

The 2026 Honda Passport slightly edges out the Lexus RX in raw power, delivering 285 horsepower against the RX’s 275 horsepower, and it comes standard with AWD.

What is the difference in purchase price for the base models?

There is a significant $4,375 difference in starting MSRP, with the 2026 Honda Passport priced at $44,750 compared to the 2025 Lexus RX’s $49,125 entry point.

Which vehicle is easier to navigate in tight parking spots?

The 2025 Lexus RX is dimensionally smaller, measuring 192.5 inches long and 75.6 inches wide, making its 191.5-inch long and 79.4-inch wide competitor, the Passport, slightly harder to maneuver.