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2026 Ford Explorer vs 2026 Lexus RX

📊 Key Differences
  • Fuel economy: 24 MPG vs 36 MPG combined — Lexus RX is more efficient
  • Annual fuel cost: $2800 vs $2250 — Lexus RX saves $ per year
  • Fuel type: Regular Gasoline vs Premium Gasoline
Specification 2026 Ford Explorer 2026 Lexus RX
Year20262026
ClassStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel TypeRegular GasolinePremium Gasoline
DriveRear-Wheel DriveAll-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic 10-spdAutomatic (AV-S6)
Cylinders44
Displacement (L)2.32.5
City MPG2037
Highway MPG2934
Combined MPG2436
Annual Fuel Cost$2800$2250
CO₂ (g/mile)377.0244.0
EPA Fuel Economy Score5/107/10
EPA GHG Score5/107/10
🚗 2026 Ford Explorer

Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD with 24 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Regular Gasoline. Rear-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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🚗 2026 Lexus RX

Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD with 36 MPG combined fuel economy. Runs on Premium Gasoline. All-Wheel Drive drivetrain.

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