Among two-row mid-size luxury SUVs, the new 2026 Lincoln Nautilus knows no equal. At Lamarque Lincoln, we help Louisiana families make informed decisions through comprehensive SUV comparisons. See how the new Lincoln Nautilus compares to the Lexus RX, arguably its fiercest competitor.
| Lincoln Nautilus | Lexus RX | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $53,995 | $52,275 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel Economy | 21/29/24 (city/highway/combined) | 22/29/25 (city/highway/combined) | Cargo Space | 36 to 71 cubic feet | 30 to 46 cubic feet |
| Legroom (inches) | 43.5/43.1 (front/back) | 41.1/37.4 (front/back) |
| Horsepower | 250 | 275 |
| Torque | 280 pound-feet | 317 pound-feet |
| Engine | 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder | 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Warranty | 4 years/50,000 miles | 4 years/50,000 miles |
When it comes to interior space, the Lexus RX is not as generous. The RX has 30 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and a total cargo capacity of 46 cubic feet. Lincoln Nautilus SUVs are far more road-trip ready, with 36 cubic feet of storage space and a max cargo volume of 71 cubic feet. Legroom figures in the Lexus RX are 41 and 37 inches. A Lincoln Nautilus offers over 43 inches of legroom in each row, allowing parents and children to stretch out on the ride from Kenner to New Orleans.
New Lincoln Nautilus SUVs are unique for the available Digital Scent. Choose your preferred custom scent for a pleasant aroma within the cabin. The Lincoln Nautilus is more of a spa on wheels, thanks to Lincoln Rejuvenate, which can curate seat position, cabin climate control, lighting, screen visuals, and more. The Lexus RX is missing features comparable to Digital Scent and Lincoln Rejuvenate.
Both SUVs offer multiple powertrains, including hybrid engines. Powering the main Lincoln Nautilus is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that's rated for 250 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. While the Lexus RX produces 275 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque through its 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive is not standard. The Lexus RX is a FWD SUV; AWD configurations cost extra. New Lincoln Nautilus SUVs are equipped with standard all-wheel drive.
Each SUV earns 29 highway miles per gallon. Lexus RX Hybrid models output 246 horsepower, while the Lincoln Nautilus is more powerful with its 2.0-liter turbocharged hybrid engine generating 285 total combined horsepower. A hybrid-powered Lincoln Nautilus earns 31 highway miles per gallon.
While the Lexus SUV offers an RX Appearance Package, the Lincoln Nautilus offers a unique Jet Appearance Package. Lincoln Embrace welcome lighting gives the Lincoln Nautilus a lighting edge over the Lexus RX. The well-orchestrated arrangement of light will welcome you as you approach your Lincoln Nautilus. Invite the outside world in with the Panoramic Vista Roof® of the Lincoln Nautilus. Lexus RX SUVs offer a power tilt-and-slide moonroof.
Various wheel options for the Lincoln Nautilus display a ground-up approach to the SUV's exterior design. A hands-free power liftgate is available for your loading convenience. Lexus RX SUVs counter with a power rear door. As a Lincoln Black Label dealer in Kenner, Lamarque Lincoln offers Lincoln Black Label Nautilus models that sport a unique grille with radiant copper jewel accents. There are no exclusive design themes for the Lexus RX.
Within the new Lincoln Nautilus is a larger 48-inch panoramic display. The RX relies on the Lexus Interface featuring a 14-inch touchscreen. Google built-in is missing from the RX tech roster, but the Lexus SUV does offer Cloud Navigation, Intelligent Assistant, and Destination Assist. Thanks to Lincoln Digital Experience, Lincoln owners have access to Google Assistant, Google Maps, and Google Play on family road trips and errand runs.
The new Lincoln Nautilus is unique for its exclusive display themes, such as Constellation, Inspire, Tranquil, and Engage. The Lincoln Nautilus can come with 28 speakers, compared to 21 in the Lexus RX. The Lincoln SUV offers a Revel® audio system with QuantumLogic® Surround 3D technology, while the Lexus SUV offers a Mark Levinson® PurePlay Surround Sound system. Lexus RX models don't offer hands-free driving. You can drive your Lincoln Nautilus hands-free on I-10 through New Orleans, thanks to Lincoln BlueCruise.
As the #1 Lincoln dealer in Louisiana, Lamarque Lincoln is your premier destination for unlocking a 2026 Lincoln Nautilus. Contact us to schedule a test drive in the new Lincoln Nautilus, which stakes its claim as the top model in the two-row mid-size luxury SUV class.
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