Lexus NX vs Lexus RZ
Overview | |
Years produced2015-Present | Years produced2023-Present |
MSRP$44,825 | MSRP$58,500 |
Listings6988 | Listings978 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews9.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe NX is the compact crossover SUV of the Lexus lineup. It’s between the Lexus UX and Lexus RX in size and price, and competes with small luxury crossovers like the Acura RDX, Audi Q5, BMW X3, Genesis GV70, Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, and Volvo XC60. This second-generation version arrived for the 2022 model year and receives minimal updates for 2026. The previous NX 250 base model is gone, but Lexus made some changes to the lineup to make the hybrid and plug-in hybrid NX models more affordable. Verdict: The NX is a good value in hybrid form, but otherwise doesn’t feel like a true luxury vehicle. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Lexus RZ 450e is the brand’s first-ever dedicated battery-electric vehicle (BEV), with several innovative, Lexus-first features as well. It launches in two trims, Premium and Luxury, both of which we tested on a press program hosted by Lexus. The RZ (for “Radiant Zero”) is built in the same Motomachi, Japan facility which also produced the Lexus LC, LFA, and GS F. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 275 hp I4 | Engine308 hp Electric |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity71.4 kWh |
MPG City21 | MPG City115 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway98 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 275 hp I4 | Engine Name308 hp Electric |
Torque317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity71.4 kWh |
MPG City21 | MPG City115 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway98 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.7 cu ft | Cargo Space34.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight4035 lbs | Curb Weight4564 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height64.4 in |
Length183.5 in | Length189.2 in |
Width73.4 in | Width74.6 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload895 lbs | Maximum Payload950 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity |
Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2015-Present | 2023-Present |
MSRP | $44,825 | $58,500 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.0 out of 10Read full review | 9.2 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The NX is the compact crossover SUV of the Lexus lineup. It’s between the Lexus UX and Lexus RX in size and price, and competes with small luxury crossovers like the Acura RDX, Audi Q5, BMW X3, Genesis GV70, Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, and Volvo XC60. This second-generation version arrived for the 2022 model year and receives minimal updates for 2026. The previous NX 250 base model is gone, but Lexus made some changes to the lineup to make the hybrid and plug-in hybrid NX models more affordable. Verdict: The NX is a good value in hybrid form, but otherwise doesn’t feel like a true luxury vehicle. | The Lexus RZ 450e is the brand’s first-ever dedicated battery-electric vehicle (BEV), with several innovative, Lexus-first features as well. It launches in two trims, Premium and Luxury, both of which we tested on a press program hosted by Lexus. The RZ (for “Radiant Zero”) is built in the same Motomachi, Japan facility which also produced the Lexus LC, LFA, and GS F. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 275 hp I4 | 308 hp Electric |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 71.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 21 | 115 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 98 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 275 hp I4 | 308 hp Electric |
Torque | 317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | |
Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 71.4 kWh | |
MPG City | 21 | 115 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 98 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.7 cu ft | 34.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4035 lbs | 4564 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 64.4 in |
Length | 183.5 in | 189.2 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 74.6 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 895 lbs | 950 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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