2025 Kia Telluride vs. 2025 Lexus RX 350 Review

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2025 Kia
Telluride

MSRP*: $36,390 to $53,685
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2025 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $49,125 to $61,520
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 26 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 87.0 ft3 46.2 ft3
Engine
  • 291-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 291 hp 275 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 - 5,500 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 196.9 in 192.5 in
Exterior Width 78.3 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 42.4 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 39.5 - 40.9 in
Rear 38.8 - 40.2 in
Front 37.6 - 39.5 in
Rear 28.5 - 38.6 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 Kia Telluride than in the Lexus RX 350. The Kia Telluride will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus RX 350.

Convenience
The Lexus RX 350 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Kia Telluride, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Kia Telluride will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus RX 350.

Dimensions
Since the Kia Telluride is much wider than the Lexus RX 350, 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 Kia Telluride, which is slightly longer than the Lexus RX 350.

Handling
The Kia Telluride has the same turning radius as the Lexus RX 350, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Kia Telluride is clearly the choice over the Lexus RX 350 for pulling heavy loads. The Kia Telluride has a little more horsepower than the Lexus RX 350.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Kia Telluride doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lexus RX 350.

Utility
The Kia Telluride offers greater seating capacity than the Lexus RX 350, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Kia Telluride, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus RX 350.