2024 Lexus RX 350 vs 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E

Price, size, cabin, cargo, towing, safety and ownership side by side. Every value comes from the cited sources in each model-year profile, and gaps stay labeled instead of guessed.

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Where the published numbers differ

No overall winner: each line is one source-backed figure. Decide which ones matter for how you will use the SUV.

ARX 350 has

No higher published figure among the compared fields.

BMustang Mach-E has

  • Starting pricelower starting price by $12,155
  • Wheelbaselonger wheelbase by 5.3 in
  • Rear legroommore rear legroom by 0.7 in
  • Cargo behind rear seatmore cargo behind the rear seat by 0.1 cu ft

=Same figure

None of the compared fields are identical.

The numbers, side by side

Bars share one scale starting at zero, so small real differences are not exaggerated. Where a profile lists several figures, the highest published one is used.

RX 350Mustang Mach-E
Starting price2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E: lower starting price by $12,155
$49,950
$37,795
Overall lengthVaries by trim or option; compare the exact configuration
192.5 in
185.6-187.0 in
Wheelbase2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E: longer wheelbase by 5.3 in
112.2 in
117.5 in
Rear legroom2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E: more rear legroom by 0.7 in
37.4 in
38.1 in
Cargo behind rear seat2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E: more cargo behind the rear seat by 0.1 cu ft
29.6 cu ft
29.7 cu ft

Six buyer questions, without an overall winner.

Each card compares one documented criterion. A lead is shown only when both source-backed values use a compatible measurement; otherwise the raw facts stay visible and the criterion stays unresolved.

Starting priceStarting MSRP
ARX 350$49,950RX family starting price
BMustang Mach-E$37,795Manufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E has lower published starting MSRP by $12,155.

EfficiencyGas / base fuel economy
ARX 35022 city / 29 highway / 25 combined mpgEPA estimates published by Lexus
BMustang Mach-ENot verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Maximum cargoMaximum cargo volume
ARX 35046.2 cu ftLexus published figure
BMustang Mach-ENot verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Rear-seat roomRear legroom
ARX 35037.4 inLexus brochure specification
BMustang Mach-E38.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E has more published rear/second-row legroom by 0.7 in.

Maximum towingMaximum towing
ARX 3503,500 lbWith required towing equipment
BMustang Mach-ENot verifiedNo source-backed value in this profile

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Basic warrantyNew-vehicle / basic warranty
ARX 350Confirm coverage by original in-service date and VINUsed-vehicle remaining coverage depends on date/mileage
BMustang Mach-EVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

The current profiles do not provide two normalized values that can be compared safely.

Table view

Key specifications

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Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Starting MSRPDifferent$49,950RX family starting price$37,795Manufacturer-published U.S. specification
Primary engine / systemData gap2.4L turbocharged inline-fourLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Primary outputData gap275 hp2.4L turbo—No source-backed value verified yet
DrivetrainData gapFWD or AWDRX 350 configuration dependent—No source-backed value verified yet
SeatingData gap5Lexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent29.6 cu ftLexus published figure29.7 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargoData gap46.2 cu ftLexus published figure—No source-backed value verified yet
Maximum towingData gap3,500 lbWith required equipment—No source-backed value verified yet

Pricing and trim lineup

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Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
2024 starting MSRPData gap$49,950RX family starting price—No source-backed value verified yet
Entry trimDifferentStandard · RX 350 availableBase gradeSelect · 2026 trimRWD or eAWD
Highest listed trimDifferentF SPORT Handling · RX 350 AWD availableSport-oriented chassis and appearance equipmentRally · 2026 trimRally-oriented eAWD
Trim lineupDifferentStandard · Premium · Premium+ · Luxury · F SPORT Handling5 researched trimsSelect · Premium · GT · Rally4 researched trims
Starting MSRPData gap—No source-backed value verified yet$37,795Manufacturer-published U.S. specification

Engine, output and drivetrain

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Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Engine / primary systemData gap2.4L turbocharged inline-fourLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Primary outputData gap275 hpLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
TorqueData gap317 lb-ftLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
TransmissionData gap8-speed automaticLexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
DrivetrainData gapFWD or AWDRX 350 configuration dependent—No source-backed value verified yet

Fuel and efficiency details

0 of 3 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Fuel typeData gapGasolineRX 350 powertrain—No source-backed value verified yet
Gas / base fuel economyData gap22 city / 29 highway / 25 combined mpgEPA estimates published by Lexus—No source-backed value verified yet
AWD / alternate fuel economyData gap21 city / 28 highway / 24 combined mpgEPA estimates published by Lexus—No source-backed value verified yet

Exterior dimensions

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Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
WheelbaseDifferent112.2 inLexus U.S. specification117.5 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Overall lengthDifferent192.5 inLexus U.S. specification185.6-187.0 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Overall widthData gap75.6 in with mirrors foldedLexus brochure specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Overall heightData gap67.3 inLexus brochure specification—No source-backed value verified yet

Interior space and seating

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Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
SeatingData gap5Lexus U.S. specification—No source-backed value verified yet
Front legroomDifferent41.1 inLexus brochure specification43.3 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Rear legroomDifferent37.4 inLexus brochure specification38.1 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Front headroomData gap—No source-backed value verified yet38.9 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Rear headroomData gap—No source-backed value verified yet38.2 inManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Cargo space and practical measurements

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Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Cargo behind rear seatDifferent29.6 cu ftLexus published figure29.7 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification
Maximum cargo volumeData gap46.2 cu ftLexus published figure—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo length, seats upData gap40.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Width between wheel housingsData gap42.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Hatch-opening widthData gap41.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Hatch-opening heightData gap27.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo-area heightData gap28.5 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet

Towing, seating and capability

0 of 4 differ
Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
Maximum towingData gap3,500 lbWith required towing equipment—No source-backed value verified yet
All-wheel driveData gapFWD or AWDRX 350 configuration dependent—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo widthData gap42.0 inThird-party physical measurement—No source-backed value verified yet
Cargo behind rear seatData gap—No source-backed value verified yet29.7 cu ftManufacturer-published U.S. specification

Published safety ratings

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Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
IIHS small overlap frontData gapGood2024 rating—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS updated moderate overlap frontData gapPoor2024 rating—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS updated sideData gapGood2024 rating—No source-backed value verified yet
IIHS pedestrian front crash preventionData gapGood2024 rating—No source-backed value verified yet

Warranty and service planning

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Research fieldA2024 Lexus RX 350B2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E
New-vehicle / basic warrantyDifferentConfirm coverage by original in-service date and VINUsed-vehicle remaining coverage depends on date/mileageVerify 2026 VIN/model-year bookletCoverage can vary by component and in-service date

Driver-assistance equipment and context

A2024 Lexus

RX 350

The 2024 RX carries Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 as standard equipment. IIHS named the 2024 RX a Top Safety Pick and published individual crashworthiness and prevention results for this generation.

  • Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection
  • Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
  • Lane Tracing Assist and Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist
  • Road Sign Assist and Proactive Driving Assist
B2026 Ford

Mustang Mach-E

Driver-assistance equipment is kept separate from crash ratings. Check the exact 2026 model on IIHS and NHTSA before relying on a rating or award.

  • Automatic emergency braking / forward-collision features
  • Lane-support features
  • Blind-spot systems where equipped
  • Check trim for available advanced driver assistance

Infotainment, connectivity and convenience

A2024 Lexus

RX 350

  • A 9.8-inch Lexus Interface touchscreen is standard on the RX 350.
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility are included.
  • A 14-inch touchscreen is available on higher equipment packages.
  • Advanced Park with Remote Park and other convenience technology are available by grade/package.
B2026 Ford

Mustang Mach-E

  • Infotainment and phone integration vary by trim.
  • Camera, parking and premium-audio features vary by equipment.
  • Connected-services availability and trial periods can change.

Source links and research freshness

What to check before choosing a trim

A2024 Lexus

RX 350

  1. The RX 350 is the conventional gasoline choice in a wider RX family that also includes hybrid and plug-in-hybrid variants.
  2. FWD and AWD have different acceleration and fuel-economy figures, so drivetrain should be part of any used-vehicle comparison.
  3. The published 46.2-cu-ft maximum cargo figure is modest for the exterior footprint; rigid-item fit is better judged with the physical opening and wheel-housing measurements.
  4. For a used 2024 example, verify original options and packages by VIN because technology and convenience equipment can vary substantially.
Research caveat

The linear measurements are third-party physical measurements for the current-generation RX. They are not represented as Lexus factory dimensions.

Updated 2026-09-163 research sources
B2026 Ford

Mustang Mach-E

  1. Compare EPA range by battery and drivetrain.
  2. Keep frunk volume separate from rear cargo volume.
  3. Weather, speed and HVAC use can materially change real range.
Research caveat

Use the exact trim, drivetrain, roof equipment and powertrain when a number is configuration-sensitive. Cargo volume does not prove that a rigid item fits through the hatch; measure the exact vehicle for close-fit use cases.

Updated 2026-09-232 research sources

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