2026 Honda Passport vs. 2025 Lexus NX 350h Review

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2026 Honda
Passport

MSRP*: $44,750 to $52,450
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2025 Lexus
NX 350h

MSRP*: $45,425 to $51,490
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 41 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 25 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 83.2 - 83.8 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 285-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 285 hp 240 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 191.5 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 79.4 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.1 in
Rear 40.9 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.7 in
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 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 Honda Passport than in the Lexus NX 350h. The Honda Passport will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 350h.

Convenience
With the Lexus NX 350h, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Honda Passport, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). The Honda Passport is somewhat more expensive than the Lexus NX 350h.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Passport is much wider than the Lexus NX 350h, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda Passport, which is slightly longer than the Lexus NX 350h.

Handling
The Honda Passport has a larger turning radius than the Lexus NX 350h, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Honda Passport is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350h for pulling heavy loads. The Honda Passport has a little more horsepower than the Lexus NX 350h.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Honda Passport does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Lexus NX 350h.

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