Price Check: Lexus RX350 vs the Competition

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By Mark McNabb

Published Jan 29, 2018

How the Lexus RX 350 stacks the cash

Luxury SUVs are expensive and it takes a hefty bank account to afford one, but even wealthy folks love a good deal. After all, saving and spending wisely are critical parts of becoming wealthy, right?

We’re comparing the 2018 Lexus RX350 to a four of its main rivals. These are the Cadillac XT5, Audi Q5, Lincoln MKX, and for a comparison to Lexus’ new three-row version of the RX, the Acura MDX.

Continue reading for the pricing wars.

Setting the Stage

The 2018 Lexus RX 350 is a two-row luxury crossover with a starting price of $43,270. Lexus’ new-for-2018 three-row RX, the RX L, offers seating for seven in a 2+3+2 arrangement and competes with some larger SUVs like the Acura MDX.

2018 Lexus RX

RX 350 FWD	$43,270
RX 350 AWD	$44,670
RX 350L FWD	$47,670
RX 350L AWD	$49,070
RX 350 F SPORT FWD	$48,920
RX 350 F SPORT AWD	$50,320
RX 450h AWD	$45,695
RX 450h F SPORT AWD	$51,055

2018 Cadillac XT5

2018 Cadillac XT5	$41,590
2018 Cadillac XT5 Luxury	$47,590
2018 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury	$54,090
2018 Cadillac XT5 Platinum	$64,390

2018 Audi Q5

2018 Audi Q5 Premium	$41,500
2018 Audi Q5 Premium Plus	$45,500
2018 Audi Q5 Prestige	$50,800

2018 Lincoln MKX

The Lincoln MKX is the only SUV here offered with multiple non-hybrid and non-sporty engine options. Customers can choose between the standard 3.7-liter V-6 or the twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder. The Audi does offer a 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 in the performance-oriented SQ5 and the Lexus RX is available with a hybrid drivetrain in the RX450h trim.

2018 Lincoln MKX Premiere	$39,035
2018 Lincoln MKX Select	$42,550
2018 Lincoln MKX Reserve	$46,560
2018 Lincoln MKX Black Label	$54,230
2.7-liter EcoBoost I-4	$2,000
AWD	$2,495

2018 Acura MDX

It’s important to not the Acura MDX doesn’t technically have trim levels, but rather uses large option packages to increase the vehicle’s luxury and add to its features.