Should you buy a new Lexus RX or Toyota Venza? The Toyota Venza is a hybrid SUV with impressive efficiency and list of features, and the Lexus RX is a luxury SUV with impressive power, a generous choice for trims and drivetrains, as well as a luxury vehicle that comes with the latest infotainment features and safety technologies. How do these two SUVs compare? Explore the detailed comparison of the Lexus RX vs. Toyota Venza below to get a deep dive into specifications like dimensions and performances so that you can pick a new SUV with ease.

2024 Lexus RX vs. 2023 Toyota Venza Dimensions

Lexus RX vs. Toyota Venza Engines & Performance

The Toyota Venza is a standard hybrid, and while the Lexus RX is gas-powered, there are Lexus RX Hybrid and Lexus RX Plug-in Hybrid models available. The base Lexus RX 350 comes with a 2.4L Turbo 4-cylinder engine offering 275 horsepower. On the Venza, you get a 2.5L Dynamic Force 4-Cylinder Engine that has a combined 219 horsepower. The Toyota Venza has standard Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive, and the RX has Front-Wheel Drive and All-Wheel Drive options.

How do standard performance specs compare between the Lexus RX vs. Toyota Venza? Let's explore the horsepower, drivetrains, and estimated MPG for the base trims of the RX and Venza.

2024 Lexus RX 350:

• Horsepower: 275hp
• Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive
• EPA-Estimated MPG City/Hwy: 22/29 MPG

2023 Toyota Venza LE:

• Horsepower: 219hp
• Drivetrain: Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive
• EPA-Estimated MPG City/Hwy: 40/37 MPG

The Lexus RX comes in with more power than the Venza and gives you the option of choosing a Front-Wheel Drive model or All-Wheel Drive model. And while the Toyota Venza offers more efficiency when looking at the gas-powered RX models, the efficiency range is comparable when looking at the Lexus RX Hybrid with an EPA-estimated 37/34 MPG and the RX PHEV offers an EPA-Estimated 83 MPGe.

Lexus RX vs. Toyota Venza Trim Options & Configurations

The new Lexus RX truly has something for all SUV shoppers whether you're looking for a powerful SUV, a hybrid SUV, or a plug-in hybrid luxury SUV. The Lexus RX offers 5 RX trims and 6 RX Hybrid trims to choose from.

For the Venza, you also have various options. You have 4 trim levels to discover for the Venza if you decide to go with this Toyota hybrid SUV.

Lexus RX Trims

• RX 350
• RX 350 Premium
• RX 350 Premium+
• RX 350 Luxury
• RX 350 F SPORT Handling AWD

Lexus RX Hybrid Trims

• RX 350h AWD
• RX 350h Premium AWD
• RX 350h Premium+ AWD
• RX 350h Luxury AWD
• RX 450h+ Luxury AWD
• RX 500h F SPORT Performance AWD

Toyota Venza Trims

• Venza LE
• Venza XLE
• Venza Nightshade Edition
• Venza Limited

Comparing Key Features of the Toyota Venza vs. Lexus RX

If you want a feature-packed SUV, both the Lexus RX and Toyota Venza are great options. Both seat 5 in the cabin, and the Venza comes with fabric-trimmed seats and an 8-way power-adjustable driver's with the option of getting SofTex®-trimmed seats or perforated SofTex®-trimmed seats as you go up in trims. The Lexus RX has luxury right at the base trim with NuLuxe® interior trim, or you can choose from the available perforated leather–trimmed interior and perforated semi-aniline leather–trimmed interior. The RX comes standard with 8-way power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats with the option of upgrading to 10-way power-adjustable front seats.

For features, the Lexus RX offers an elevated experience with multi-zone climate control, a standard 9.8-inch touchscreen or available 14-inch touchscreen, and available Mark Levinson® 21-speaker sound system.

The Venza features include dual zone automatic climate control, an 8-inch touchscreen or available 12.3-inch touchscreen, and available 9-speaker JBL® Premium sound system.

Both the Venza and RX offer a 10-inch Head-Up Display and come with many advanced safety features that can make you feel confident on your trips. The Toyota Venza has Toyota Safety Sense™ 2.5+ that has features like a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Road Sign Assist, and Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist. You will find similar features on the Lexus RX with the innovative safety suite Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, like a Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection and Intersection Support, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, and Road Sign Assist.

See the Lexus RX at DARCARS Lexus of Silver Spring

Both the Lexus RX and Toyota Venza are a solid choice if you are in the market for a new SUV. However, if you are looking for a premium luxury interior, advanced features, and different powertrain options, a new Lexus RX in Silver Spring, MD, could be the SUV for you. Find yours today at our Lexus dealership.

You can explore details about the Lexus RX further at DARCARS Lexus of Silver Spring through comparison pages, interior guides, trim comparisons, and more. See the the Lexus RX 350 interior, the Lexus NX vs. RX, Lexus RX 350 vs. Acura MDX, and Lexus RX 350 vs. RX 450h+.

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