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2023 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2022 Lexus RX 350 Review

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2023 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $31,195 to $82,495
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2022 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $45,920 to $53,200
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MPG - City 13 - 21 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 25 MPG 26 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 32.6 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Manual Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 470 hp 295 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 192.5 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 44.1 in
Rear 38.0 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.2 - 41.7 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Jeep Wrangler than in the Lexus RX 350. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Wrangler and the Lexus RX 350.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Jeep Wrangler as you will with the Lexus RX 350, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Jeep Wrangler will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus RX 350.

Dimensions
The Jeep Wrangler is about the same width as the Lexus RX 350. The Jeep Wrangler is slightly shorter than the Lexus RX 350, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Jeep Wrangler has a significantly smaller turning radius than the Lexus RX 350, allowing you to much more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Jeep Wrangler will do just as well as the Lexus RX 350, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Jeep Wrangler has a little less horsepower than the Lexus RX 350.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Jeep Wrangler and the Lexus RX 350 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Jeep Wrangler and the Lexus RX 350. With the Jeep Wrangler, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus RX 350.