Toyota Venza vs Lexus NX
Overview | |
Years produced2009-2016 | Years produced2015-Present |
MSRP$34,620 | MSRP$44,825 |
Listings2000 | Listings5359 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe 2023 Toyota Venza stands out from other midsize SUVs with its sharp styling and luxury-leaning interior. It's also one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in the class, but it's held back by a small cargo capacity and merely adequate performance. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity0.93 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City40 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower275 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity0.93 kWh | EV Battery Capacity |
MPG City40 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space28.8 cu ft | Cargo Space22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight3847 lbs | Curb Weight4035 lbs |
Height65.9 in | Height66.1 in |
Length186.6 in | Length183.5 in |
Width73.0 in | Width73.4 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase105.9 in |
Maximum Payload900 lbs | Maximum Payload895 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2009-2016 | 2015-Present |
MSRP | $34,620 | $44,825 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The 2023 Toyota Venza stands out from other midsize SUVs with its sharp styling and luxury-leaning interior. It's also one of the most fuel-efficient vehicles in the class, but it's held back by a small cargo capacity and merely adequate performance. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 0.93 kWh | |
MPG City | 40 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 219 hp I4 Hybrid | 2.4L 275 hp I4 |
Torque | 317 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm | |
Horsepower | 275 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 0.93 kWh | |
MPG City | 40 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 28.8 cu ft | 22.7 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3847 lbs | 4035 lbs |
Height | 65.9 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 183.5 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 73.4 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 105.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 900 lbs | 895 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |
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