Lexus RX Hybrid vs Subaru Outback
Overview | |
Years produced2000-Present | Years produced2006-2008 |
MSRP$34,995 | MSRP$51,125 |
Listings901 | Listings604 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.5 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City37 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 180 hp H4 | Engine Name2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | Torque233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City37 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.6 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3741 lbs | Curb Weight4455 lbs |
Height67.5 in | Height67.3 in |
Length191.7 in | Length192.5 in |
Width82.9 in | Width75.6 in |
Wheelbase108.1 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2000-Present | 2006-2008 |
MSRP | $34,995 | $51,125 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.5 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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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 180 hp H4 | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5800 rpm | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 37 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 180 hp H4 | 2.5L 246 hp I4 Hybrid |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm | 233 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5800 rpm | 246 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 37 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.6 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3741 lbs | 4455 lbs |
Height | 67.5 in | 67.3 in |
Length | 191.7 in | 192.5 in |
Width | 82.9 in | 75.6 in |
Wheelbase | 108.1 in | 112.2 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2700 lbs | 3500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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