2025 Kia
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2025 Lexus
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| MPG - City | 38 - 42 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 38 - 44 MPG | 32 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 74.1 ft3 | 46.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 203 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 183.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 73.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage Hybrid than in the Lexus NX 250.
The Kia Sportage Hybrid 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
The Kia Sportage Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus NX 250, making it more convenient to drive.
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). Clearly, the Kia Sportage Hybrid is a better financial choice over the Lexus NX 250, when considering MSRP.
Dimensions
The Kia Sportage Hybrid is about the same width as the Lexus NX 250.
When looking at overall length, the Kia Sportage Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus NX 250.
Handling
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Lexus NX 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus NX 250 is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage Hybrid for pulling heavy loads.
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Lexus NX 250.
Powertrain
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has much lower torque than the Lexus NX 250, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage Hybrid and the Lexus NX 250.
With the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 250.