News
Features
New Cars
Used Cars
Shopping Tools
2020 Awards
  1. Home
  2. Compare Cars
  3. Compare Honda CR-V vs Lexus RX

Compare Honda CR-V vs Lexus RX

Honda CR-V
2021 Honda CR-V
Select configuration:
$25,350
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
Honda CR-V For Sale Honda CR-V Full Review
Change Car
Lexus RX
2021 Lexus RX
Select configuration:
$45,170
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.3
Lexus RX For Sale Lexus RX Full Review
Change Car
Acura MDX Acura RDX Audi Q3 Audi Q5 BMW X1 Buick Encore Chevrolet Equinox Ford Bronco Sport Ford Edge Ford Escape Ford Escape Hybrid GMC Terrain Honda Accord Honda Civic Sedan Honda CR-V Hybrid Honda HR-V Honda Passport Honda Pilot Hyundai Kona Hyundai Santa Fe Hyundai Tucson Jeep Cherokee Jeep Compass Jeep Grand Cherokee Jeep Renegade Jeep Wrangler Kia Niro Kia Sorento Kia Soul Kia Sportage Lexus NX Mazda CX-5 Mazda CX-9 Mazda MX-30 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Mitsubishi Outlander Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid Nissan Ariya Nissan Murano Nissan Rogue Nissan Rogue Sport Subaru Crosstrek Subaru Forester Subaru Outback Toyota C-HR Toyota Highlander Toyota RAV4 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Toyota RAV4 Prime Volkswagen Tiguan Volvo XC60
Select Car

Overview

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
3.5L V6 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 34 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 27 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.2 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Honda CR-V
Aft View
Steering Wheel Controls
81
More
Lexus RX
2016-2021 Lexus RX Aft View
2016-2021 Lexus RX Dashboard
82
More

Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
3.5L V6 Gas
Horsepower
190 hp @ 5600 rpm
295 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque
179 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
8-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,337 lbs
4,222 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
1,500 lbs
3,500 lbs

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
30 MPG
23 MPG
City
28 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
34 MPG
27 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.9 Tons/yr
7.8 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
19.2 gallons
Cruising Range City
392 miles
384 miles
Cruising Range Highway
476 miles
518.4 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
182.1 in
192.5 in
Height
66.1 in
67.7 in
Max Width
73 in
74.6 in
Front Width
63 in
64.4 in
Rear Width
63.7 in
64 in
Wheelbase
104.8 in
109.8 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.3 in
44.1 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.1 in
39.4 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.9 in
57.8 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.1 in
56.6 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
40.4 in
38 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39.2 in
39.1 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.6 in
57.6 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
49.5 in
56.1 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
75.8 ft³
32.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
39.2 ft³
16 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
39.2 ft³
16 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
37.4 ft
45.2 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
18" x 8"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7.5"
18" x 8"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P235/65HR17
P235/65VR18
Rear Tire
P235/65HR17
P235/65VR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Crystal Black Pearl
  • Lunar Silver Metallic
  • Modern Steel Metallic
  • Obsidian Blue Pearl
  • Atomic Silver
  • Caviar
  • Eminent White Pearl
  • Matador Red Mica
  • Moonbeam Beige Metallic
  • Nebula Gray Pearl
  • Nightfall Mica
  • Nori Green Pearl
  • Obsidian

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Platinum White Pearl
  • Radiant Red Metallic
N/A

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Gray, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Ivory, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Birch, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Birch, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Birch, Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim
  • Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Black, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Black, Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim
  • Glazed Caramel, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Glazed Caramel, Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim
  • Parchment, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Parchment, NuLuxe Seat Trim
  • Parchment, Semi-Aniline Leather Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Not Available
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Premium Sound System
Not Available
Optional
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Not Available
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Not Available
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Not Available
Standard
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Standard
Vinyl Seats
Standard
Standard
Woodgrain Interior Trim
Not Available
Optional
Sun/Moonroof
Not Available
Optional

Comfort

Head-Up Display
Not Available
Optional
Navigation System
Not Available
Optional
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Liftgate
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cooled Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Not Available
Optional
Heated Front Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Heated Rear Seat(s)
Not Available
Optional
Heated Steering Wheel
Not Available
Optional
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver Seat
Not Available
Standard
Power Passenger Seat
Not Available
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard
Seat Memory
Not Available
Optional
Universal Garage Door Opener
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Not Available
Standard
Telematics
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Optional
Blind Spot Monitor
Not Available
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA crash test result

Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Not Available
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
6 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
6 Years / 70,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
4 Years / Unlimited Miles
Maintenance
N/A
1 Years / 10,000 Miles
Now Buzzing
Over 1,000 Dodge Chargers Stolen Around Detroit Last Year
Muscle Cars
Over 1,000 Dodge Chargers Stolen Around Detroit Last Year
Nissans Claims A Gasoline Engine Tech Breakthrough
Technology
Nissans Claims A Gasoline Engine Tech Breakthrough
Most Outrageous New Car Markups In Recent History
Car Culture
Most Outrageous New Car Markups In Recent History
Kia Telluride Markups Have Become Outrageous
Pricing
Kia Telluride Markups Have Become Outrageous
Cadillac's New Flagship Debut Coming Sooner Than Expected
Rumor
Cadillac's New Flagship Debut Coming Sooner Than Expected
America's Most Reliable Midsize Truck Is 16 Years Old
Trucks
America's Most Reliable Midsize Truck Is 16 Years Old
Honda CR-V
Best Comparisons
Lexus RX
Best Comparisons
  • Popular Tags
  • Cars
By Make
Acura Alfa Romeo Apollo Automobil Aston Martin Audi Bentley BMW Bugatti Buick Cadillac Caterham Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari Fiat Fisker Ford Genesis GMC Hennessey Honda Hyundai Infiniti Jaguar Jeep Karma Kia Koenigsegg Lamborghini Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Lotus Lucid Maserati Mazda McLaren Mercedes-Benz Mini Mitsubishi Nissan Pagani Polestar Porsche Ram Rimac Rivian Rolls-Royce smart Spyker Subaru Tesla Toyota Volkswagen Volvo
By Car Type
SUVs Crossovers Sedans Coupes Trucks Sports Cars Wagons Vans Hatchbacks Convertibles Small Cars Luxury Cars Electric Cars Hybrid Cars Future Cars
By Price
Up to $15K $15K - $25K $25K - $35K $35K - $45K $45K - $55K $55K - $75K $75K - $100K $100K - $200K $200K - $300K Above $300K