2027 Lexus LX vs 2027 Lincoln Navigator: Full Comparison | Lexus of Riverside

The Lincoln Navigator holds a clear edge on peak output, with 440 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque against the LX's 409 hp and 479 lb-ft. The Navigator also tows more, at 8,700 lbs versus 8,000 lbs for the LX. For buyers who haul a large boat or a loaded trailer, that 700-lb difference is meaningful.

Where the Lexus LX separates itself is drivetrain philosophy. Full-time 4WD comes standard on every single LX trim, including the base Premium. The Navigator lists rear-wheel drive as its standard setup and charges extra for 4WD. If 4WD matters to you, the LX gives it to you automatically, no package selection required.

The LX 700h trims add a hybrid powertrain that no Navigator trim offers. Output figures remain at 409 hp and 479 lb-ft, and the combined fuel economy of 19 mpg edges the Navigator's 18 mpg. The hybrid also unlocks the 2,400W waterproof AC inverter, a feature that makes the LX 700h genuinely useful as a remote power source.

Both vehicles use a 10-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The LX adds a Torsen limited-slip locking center differential standard across all trims, a mechanical advantage that delivers more predictable traction distribution than an open center differential.

The Lincoln Navigator is simply larger. At 210 inches in length versus 200.6 inches for the LX, the Navigator provides more interior room, and the numbers bear that out. Max cargo capacity is 107 cu ft in the Navigator against 64 cu ft in the LX. Behind the second row, the Navigator offers 60.8 cu ft versus 44 cu ft in the LX. Families who regularly carry gear for seven or eight people will feel that gap. The Navigator also seats eight as standard, while the LX is configured for seven. The Navigator's Lincoln Split Gate tailgate and available panoramic Vista Roof are convenience features the LX does not offer.

The LX counters with a cabin that leans toward craftsmanship over volume. Standard features across the LX lineup include a center console refrigerator, heated and ventilated front seats, heated outboard second-row seats, heated steering wheel, and interior ambient lighting. The Ultra Luxury trim adds a rear-seat entertainment system with twin 11.4-inch screens, a configuration that transforms the third row into a legitimate lounge.

For buyers who want the most cargo cubic footage and the most seats, the Navigator wins on paper. For buyers who want a more finished, lounge-oriented rear cabin, the LX Ultra Luxury is worth a close look.

Lexus LX interior features and trim details

Both vehicles include wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, navigation, and surround-view camera systems. The overlap is real, but the execution differs. The LX runs a dual-screen Lexus Interface setup: a 12.3-inch upper touchscreen and a 7-inch lower touchscreen. The Navigator uses a 48-inch panoramic information display with an 11.1-inch infotainment touchscreen.

The Navigator's display is a striking visual statement; the LX's dual-screen setup keeps primary controls physically separate.

Off-road technology is a clear LX strength. Multi-Terrain Select with five modes (Mud, Sand, Deep Snow, Dirt, Auto), Crawl Control with Turn Assist, Multi-Terrain Monitor with four-camera panoramic view, and Downhill Assist Control are all part of the LX package. The Navigator includes Hill Descent Control but does not match the LX's off-road mode depth.

On the safety front, both vehicles include forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, and a surround-view camera.

The LX standard suite is Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, which adds Proactive Driving Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Road Sign Assist, and Front Cross-Traffic Alert.

The Navigator adds Lincoln BlueCruise hands-free highway driving, a four-year subscription included at purchase. BlueCruise, rated by Consumer Reports as the top-rated assisted-driving system among those tested, is a technology the LX does not currently offer.

Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 explained

Consumer Reports BlueCruise rating

Both vehicles carry identical warranty structures: 4 years or 50,000 miles for basic coverage, and 6 years or 70,000 miles on the powertrain. Neither has an edge here.

Standard content works in the LX's favor for buyers who want features without trim-level shopping. Full-time 4WD, Lexus Safety System+ 3.0, the dual-touchscreen system, center console refrigerator, head-up display, digital rearview mirror, heated and ventilated front seats, and the Multi-Terrain system all arrive standard. The Navigator requires upward trim movement for some comparable features.

The Navigator includes a four-year Lincoln BlueCruise subscription, which represents genuine standard value for highway commuters. It also includes a four-year Lincoln Connectivity Package. Buyers who will use hands-free highway driving regularly should factor that in.

The LX 700h hybrid trims deliver better combined fuel economy at 19 mpg combined versus the Navigator's 18 mpg combined. Over time and miles, that gap favors LX 700h owners. For Riverside-area buyers and those across the Inland Empire, LexusCare adds a layer of ownership support through complimentary services and benefits included with every new LX.