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Honda Passport vs Lexus NX300

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

Vehicles

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2027 Honda Passport

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2021 Lexus NX300

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Overview

SpecHonda PassportRTLLexus NX300300
Selected trimRTL300
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272021

Pricing & market

SpecHonda PassportRTLLexus NX300300
MSRP$45,195$37,610 (best)
Lowest listing price$32,190 (best)—
Median listing price$47,022 (best)—
Highest listing price$54,267 (best)—
For sale now8 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda PassportRTLLexus NX300300
Combined MPG21 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank18.5 gal (best)15.9 gal

Performance

SpecHonda PassportRTLLexus NX300300
Horsepower280 hp (best)235 hp
Torque258 lb-ft258 lb-ft
Engine size3.5 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda PassportRTLLexus NX300300
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume83.8 cu ft (best)54.5 cu ft
Towing capacity5,000 lbs (best)2,000 lbs
Payload—1,150 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,478 lbs3,940 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.3 in (best)6.9 in
Wheelbase113.6 in (best)104.7 in
Length191.5 in (best)182.7 in
Width79.4 in (best)73.6 in
Height73.1 in (best)64.8 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda PassportRTLLexus NX300300
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimHonda PassportLexus NX300
1

RTL

$45,195 MSRP(Currently comparing)

300

$37,610 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

RTL Towing

$45,895 MSRP

300

$39,010 MSRP

3

TrailSport

$49,995 MSRP

300 F SPORT

$39,710 MSRP

4

TrailSport Blackout

$51,495 MSRP

300 F SPORT

$41,110 MSRP

5

TrailSport Elite

$53,695 MSRP

300 Luxury

$44,060 MSRP

6

TrailSport Elite Blackout

$55,195 MSRP

300 Luxury

$45,460 MSRP

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Honda Passport vs Lexus NX300 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Honda Passport or 2021 Lexus NX300?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Honda Passport vs 2021 Lexus NX300 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Honda Passport or 2021 Lexus NX300?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2021 Lexus NX300 starts lower at $37,610. Live Honda Passport listings start at $32,190.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Honda Passport or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2021 Lexus NX300 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,610).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Honda Passport or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2021 Lexus NX300 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Honda Passport or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2027 Honda Passport leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Honda Passport or 2021 Lexus NX300?
The 2027 Honda Passport leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).