2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV vs. 2025 Lexus NX 250 Review

Picture of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe HEV

2025 Hyundai
Santa Fe HEV

MSRP*: $37,200 to $49,050
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Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 250

2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,815 to $44,340
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MPG - City 35 - 36 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 35 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 79.6 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 231-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 231 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 190.2 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 44.4 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 40.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 39.6 - 40.6 in
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV than in the Lexus NX 250. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 250.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus NX 250.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is somewhat more expensive than the Lexus NX 250.

Dimensions
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV is a little wider than the Lexus NX 250, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, which is slightly longer than the Lexus NX 250.

Handling
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has the same turning radius as the Lexus NX 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV will do just as well as the Lexus NX 250, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has a little more horsepower than the Lexus NX 250.

Powertrain
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV has much lower torque than the Lexus NX 250, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Hyundai Santa Fe HEV offers greater seating capacity than the Lexus NX 250, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 250.