Acura SLX vs Lexus LX450
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 Lexus LX450
Overview
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 450 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1999 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 13 MPG |
| City MPG | 13 MPG (best) | 12 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 22.5 gal | 25.1 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp (best) | 212 hp |
| Torque | 230 lb-ft | 275 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 4.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Towing capacity | — | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 895 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,615 lbs (best) | 4,971 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in | 10.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 187.8 in | 189.8 in (best) |
| Width | 72.2 in | 76 in (best) |
| Height | 72.2 in | 73.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura SLXBase | Lexus LX450450 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura SLX | Lexus LX450 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 450 $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |