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Honda Pilot vs Lexus NX350

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

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2026 Honda Pilot

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2026 Lexus NX350

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Overview

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDLexus NX350350
Selected trimSport 2WD350
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission10-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDLexus NX350350
MSRP$42,195 (best)$45,425
Lowest listing price$14,333 (best)—
Median listing price$41,347 (best)—
Highest listing price$56,395 (best)—
For sale now113 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDLexus NX350350
Combined MPG22 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)14.5 gal

Performance

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDLexus NX350350
Horsepower285 hp (best)275 hp
Torque262 lb-ft317 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L (best)2.4 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDLexus NX350350
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume—46.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)2,000 lbs
Payload—895 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,336 lbs4,035 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—8.1 in (best)
Wheelbase114 in (best)105.9 in
Length200.1 in (best)183.5 in
Width79 in (best)73.4 in
Height71 in (best)66.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecHonda PilotSport 2WDLexus NX350350
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)—
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)—
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.

TrimHonda PilotLexus NX350
1

Sport 2WD

$42,195 MSRP(Currently comparing)

350

$45,425 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport AWD

$44,295 MSRP

350 Premium

$47,350 MSRP

3

EX-L

$44,495 MSRP

350 F SPORT Handling

$51,400 MSRP

4

EX-L

$46,595 MSRP

350 Luxury

$51,490 MSRP

5

TrailSport AWD

$50,395 MSRP

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6

Touring

$51,095 MSRP

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7

Touring S

$52,295 MSRP

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8

Elite

$53,495 MSRP

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9

Black Edition AWD

$54,995 MSRP

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Honda Pilot vs Lexus NX350 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Lexus NX350?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Honda Pilot vs 2026 Lexus NX350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Lexus NX350?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Honda Pilot starts lower at $42,195. Live Honda Pilot listings start at $14,333.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Lexus NX350?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,195).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Lexus NX350?
The 2026 Lexus NX350 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Lexus NX350?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on horsepower in this comparison (285).
Which has better seats: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Lexus NX350?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Honda Pilot or 2026 Lexus NX350?
The 2026 Honda Pilot leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Honda Pilot vs 2026 Lexus NX350?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Honda Pilot (5/5 NHTSA overall).