2024 Ford Edge vs. 2024 Lexus GX 550 Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Edge

2024 Ford
Edge

MSRP*: $38,465 to $47,205
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2024 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $62,900 to $79,900
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MPG - City 19 - 21 MPG 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 73.4 ft3 76.9 - 90.5 ft3
Engine
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 335-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 349-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 250 - 335 hp 349 hp
Towing Capacity 1,500 - 3,500 lbs 7,601 - 9,096 lbs
Exterior Length 188.8 in 197.1 in
Exterior Width 75.9 in 78.0 - 78.7 in
Leg Room Front 42.6 in
Rear 40.6 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 40.3 in
Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 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
The Ford Edge offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Lexus GX 550. The Ford Edge will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus GX 550.

Convenience
The Ford Edge requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus GX 550, 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). Clearly, the Ford Edge is a better financial choice over the Lexus GX 550, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Edge is much slimmer than the Lexus GX 550, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Ford Edge is slightly shorter than the Lexus GX 550, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus GX 550 is clearly the choice over the Ford Edge for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Edge has a lot less horsepower than the Lexus GX 550.

Powertrain
The Ford Edge has much lower torque than the Lexus GX 550, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Edge and the Lexus GX 550. The Ford Edge has significantly less cargo capacity than the Lexus GX 550.