Comparison - Lexus RX 450h F SPORT 2020 - vs - Ford Explorer Timberline 2021

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Lexus RX 450h F SPORT 2020

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

50,550

Updated:

22 Sep 2019

45,765

Updated:

21 May 2021

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2020

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.20gals

17.90gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Nightfall Mica

#12284A

Matador Red Mica

#66111B

Obsidian

#0B0E10

Caviar

#2F3035

Nebula Gray Pearl

#5C5B5F

Atomic Silver

#797A74

Ultra White

#F8F7F7

Color:

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat

#FDFFFB

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Forged Green Metallic

#374448

Carbonized Gray Metallic

#4F453E

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2020 Lexus RX 450h comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.New front and rear fascia, new suspension hardware.New optional 12.3-inch touchscreen and increased standard safety equipment.Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard.

Pros
Impeccably crafted and attractively designed cabin
Excellent fuel economy for a luxury crossover
Supremely quiet interior

Cons
Below-average cargo capacity
Relatively slow acceleration

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The 2020 Lexus RX Hybrid ranked #4 in Luxury Hybrid and Electric SUVs. Currently the Lexus RX Hybrid has a score of 8.1 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Excellent gas mileage
Serene ride
Upscale interior

Cons
Not as fun to drive as rivals
Subpar cargo capacity
Sloped roofline limits visibility and cargo utility

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For 2021 New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.More affordable version of the Explorer ST debuts.Platinum trim is now available for the Hybrid model.New off-road-themed Timberline debuts midway through the model year.

Pros
Strong engines for quick acceleration
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Roomy cargo area

Cons
Too much wind noise at highway speeds
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Lackluster interior material quality

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edmunds.com

Ford has made a few tweaks to its mid-size crossover for 2021, Off-road enthusiasts may find the new Timberline trim interesting; it features a lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, and more rugged exterior styling cues.

Pros
Smooth and controlled ride,
cargo friendly interior design,
comfortable front seats.

Cons
Third row space is tight,
plasticky interior bits,
most desirable models are pricey.

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caranddriver.com

The 2021 Ford Explorer's #16 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
Powerful engines
Plenty of features
Composed ride and handling

Cons
Low-rent interior
Second- and third-row seats less comfortable than in rivals
Upgraded infotainment system not much of an upgrade

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Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

31.00mpg

20.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

28.00mpg

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Hybrid

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

2.30L

Torque:

247ft-lbs

at 4 600rpm

310ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

308hp

at 6 000rpm

300hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

192.50in

198.80in

Width:

74.60in

78.90in

Height:

67.70in

69.90in

Ground Clearance:

8.20in

Wheel Base:

109.80in

119.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.40

40.70

Rear Head Room:

38.20

40.50

Front Leg Room:

44.10in

43.00in

Rear leg room:

38.00in

39.00in

Front Hip Room:

56.60in

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

57.80in

61.80in

Rear Hip Room:

56.00in

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

57.60in

61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

55.90cu.ft

87.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

5300lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

18.00cu.ft

18.20cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.00degrees

Curb Weight:

5997.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Hands-Free Entry

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Leatherette

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

2 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

4 -Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leatherette

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Manual Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Reclining Rear Seats

Folding center armrest

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Multi-Level Heating

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Memory Card Slot

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

USB Connection

9 Total Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Alloy Wheels:

yes

Wheel size:

20 X 8.0 In.

18 In.

Wheels more:

Temporary Spare Tire

All Season Tires

Underbody Mounted Spare Tire

Temporary Spare Tire

Underbody Mounted Spare Tire

All Terrain Tires

Wheel Dimensions:

Width:

235.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R20

Width:

265.00millimeters

Aspect Ratio:

Diameter:

R18

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Ventilated Front Disc

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Solid Rear Disc Brakes

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

Lane Departure Warning Accident Avoidance System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Emergency Braking Preparation

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Options

Packages:

Cold Weather Package

Equipment Group 800A

Smoker's Package

Exterior Options:

Touch-Free Power Rear Door W/Kick Sensor

Triple Beam LED Auto-Leveling Headlamps

Door Edge Guards

Door Edge Film By 3M

Mudguards

Body-Side Moldings

Running Boards

Triple Beam LED Auto-Leveling Headlamps W/Adaptive Front Lighting System

Roof Rack Cross Bars

Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior

Roof-Rail Crossbars

Outfitters Bike - Front Loader

Outfitters Cargo - Skybox

Splash Guards

Dual Panel Moonroof

Wheel Lock Kit

License Plate Bracket

Interior Options:

Universal Tablet Holder

Color Heads-Up Display

Key Gloves W/Lexus Logo

12.3" Navigation System W/Multimedia Display

Cargo Net

12.3" Navigation System W/Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package

Illuminated Door Sills

Heated And Ventilated Front Seats

Carpet Cargo Mat

Key Gloves W/F Logo

Cargo Mat

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black NuLuxe®* with Scored Aluminum trim

#1B1B1D

Circuit Red NuLuxe®* with Scored Aluminum trim

#801D2B

Color:

Deep Cypress, leatherette

#556C75

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Comparison - Lexus RX 450h F SPORT 2020 - vs - Ford Explorer Timberline 2021

General

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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