2025 Lexus RX Hybrid vs 2026 Land Rover Defender
Overview | |
MSRP$51,125 | MSRP$63,500 |
Listings25 | Listings437 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
Pros
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2025 Lexus RX Hybrid Reviews SummaryIs the popularity of Lexus’s midsize two-row SUV justifiable? Or does the RX sell on the strength of the Lexus brand and the model’s legendary reputation for reliability, a plush ride, and a quiet interior? The changes to the 2025 RX don’t help answer that question, unless you're looking for sportier choices such as the new F Sport Black Line special edition shown here. Verdict: Though it lacks substantial competition in the luxury hybrid SUV segment, the 2025 Lexus RX Hybrid is worthy of consideration. With hybrid, performance hybrid, and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain choices, as well as a range of packages that cater to a variety of customer requirements, it checks a lot of boxes. | |
2026 Land Rover Defender Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.0L 296 hp I4 |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City37 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway22 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Torque233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City37 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway22 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.6 cu ft | Cargo Space34.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4455 lbs | Curb Weight4830 lbs |
Height67.3 in | Height77.4 in |
Length192.5 in | Length197.5 in |
Width75.6 in | Width82.9 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase119.0 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload2015 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7715 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $51,125 | $63,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Is the popularity of Lexus’s midsize two-row SUV justifiable? Or does the RX sell on the strength of the Lexus brand and the model’s legendary reputation for reliability, a plush ride, and a quiet interior? The changes to the 2025 RX don’t help answer that question, unless you're looking for sportier choices such as the new F Sport Black Line special edition shown here. Verdict: Though it lacks substantial competition in the luxury hybrid SUV segment, the 2025 Lexus RX Hybrid is worthy of consideration. With hybrid, performance hybrid, and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain choices, as well as a range of packages that cater to a variety of customer requirements, it checks a lot of boxes. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 37 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 22 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.0L 296 hp I4 |
Torque | 233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 37 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 22 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.6 cu ft | 34.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4455 lbs | 4830 lbs |
Height | 67.3 in | 77.4 in |
Length | 192.5 in | 197.5 in |
Width | 75.6 in | 82.9 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 119.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 2015 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7715 lbs |
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