Dodge Durango Hybrid vs. Lexus RX 450h Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Dodge Durango Hybrid to the dealership as the Lexus RX 450h. Producing an accurate fuel economy evaluation is so hard that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Lexus RX 450h is the winner when it comes to fuel economy. When it comes to gas mileage, the RX 450h has the Dodge Durango Hybrid beat. The Lexus RX 450h isn't much less expensive than the Dodge Durango Hybrid in terms of MSRP. The Lexus RX 450h will save you a bundle at the pump every year compared to the Dodge Durango Hybrid.

Utility
The Durango Hybrid will most definitely prove friendlier than the RX 450h for those of you with frequent kid-cargo. The Dodge Durango Hybrid outpulls the Lexus RX 450h by a massive margin.

Convenience
The Lexus RX 450h's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Dodge Durango Hybrid.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Dodge Durango Hybrid's front cabin compared to the Lexus RX 450h. The ampler interior dimensions of the Dodge Durango Hybrid make it roomier for your passengers than the Lexus RX 450h.

Dimensions
The Dodge Durango Hybrid is considerably more bulky than the Lexus RX 450h. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge than the Lexus RX 450h because of its larger tank. The RX 450h and the Dodge Durango Hybrid compete for the same parking spaces. The Dodge Durango Hybrid's longer wheelbase will likely result in a smoother, more stable ride; however, the Lexus RX 450h may give a nimbler feel in daily traffic.

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Durango Hybrid packs quite a wallop and will knock the Lexus down a few rungs. On the other hand, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Drivetrain
Torque equals pickup, and the Dodge Durango Hybrid will have picked up and gone by the time the Lexus RX 450h finally gets moving. The Lexus RX 450h could learn a lesson or two from the Durango Hybrid in terms of pickup.

Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Dodge Durango Hybrid isn't quite as generous as the Lexus RX 450h's.