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Ford Explorer vs Lexus RX350

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Ford Explorer

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2026 Lexus RX350

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Overview

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ALexus RX350350
Selected trimActive 100A350
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ALexus RX350350
MSRP$38,465 (best)$51,225
Lowest listing price$11,110 (best)—
Median listing price$45,871 (best)—
Highest listing price$64,269 (best)—
For sale now38 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ALexus RX350350
Combined MPG24 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG20 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG29 MPG
Fuel tank17.9 gal (best)17.8 gal

Performance

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ALexus RX350350
Horsepower300 hp (best)275 hp
Torque310 lb-ft317 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.3 L2.4 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ALexus RX350350
Seating6 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume85.8 cu ft (best)46.2 cu ft
Towing capacity5,300 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Curb weight—4,155 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in8.2 in (best)
Wheelbase119.1 in (best)112.2 in
Length198.8 in (best)192.5 in
Width78.9 in (best)75.6 in
Height69.9 in (best)67.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ALexus RX350350
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

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.

TrimFord ExplorerLexus RX350
1

Active 100A

$38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing)

350

$51,225 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Active 100A

$40,465 MSRP

350

$52,825 MSRP

3

Active 200A

$40,400 MSRP

350 Premium

$53,400 MSRP

4

Active 200A

$42,400 MSRP

350 Premium

$55,000 MSRP

5

ST-Line

$44,200 MSRP

350 F SPORT Design

$55,730 MSRP

6

ST-Line

$46,200 MSRP

350 F SPORT Design

$57,330 MSRP

7

Tremor

$49,200 MSRP

350 Premium Plus

$56,890 MSRP

8

Tremor

$56,460 MSRP

350 Premium Plus

$58,490 MSRP

9

Platinum

$50,660 MSRP

350 F SPORT Handling

$60,000 MSRP

10

Platinum

$52,660 MSRP

350 Luxury

$61,945 MSRP

11

ST

$53,660 MSRP

350 Luxury

$63,545 MSRP

12

ST

$55,660 MSRP

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Ford Explorer vs Lexus RX350 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Lexus RX350?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Explorer vs 2026 Lexus RX350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Lexus RX350?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Ford Explorer starts lower at $38,465. Live Ford Explorer listings start at $11,110.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,465).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2026 Lexus RX350 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better seats: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2026 Lexus RX350?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,600).