2024 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2024 Lexus RX 350 Review

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2024 Chevrolet
Traverse

MSRP*: $37,600 to $56,200
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Picture of the 2024 Lexus RX 350

2024 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $48,600 to $59,330
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MPG - City Info not available 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.6 ft3 46.2 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 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 328 hp 275 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 3,494 lbs
Exterior Length 204.5 - 204.7 in 192.5 in
Exterior Width 79.6 - 80.0 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 in
Front 38.1 - 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 Chevrolet Traverse than in the Lexus RX 350. The Chevrolet Traverse 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.

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 Chevrolet Traverse is a better financial choice over the Lexus RX 350, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Traverse is much wider than the Lexus RX 350, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Traverse, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Lexus RX 350.

Performance
The Chevrolet Traverse has a little more horsepower than the Lexus RX 350.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Chevrolet Traverse and the Lexus RX 350 are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Chevrolet Traverse more than the Lexus RX 350, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Chevrolet Traverse, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus RX 350.