2024 Jeep Wagoneer vs. 2025 Lexus NX 250 Review

Picture of the 2024 Jeep Wagoneer

2024 Jeep
Wagoneer

MSRP*: $62,945 to $79,630
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Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 250

2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,965 to $44,490
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MPG - City 16 - 17 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 24 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 116.7 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 420-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 420 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 5,890 - 6,120 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 214.7 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 83.6 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 42.7 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.0 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 Jeep Wagoneer than in the Lexus NX 250. The Jeep Wagoneer 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 Jeep Wagoneer, 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 Jeep Wagoneer will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Lexus NX 250, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Wagoneer is much wider than the Lexus NX 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Jeep Wagoneer, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Lexus NX 250.

Handling
The Jeep Wagoneer has the same turning radius as the Lexus NX 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Jeep Wagoneer is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 250 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Jeep Wagoneer greatly out-muscles the Lexus NX 250.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Jeep Wagoneer does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Lexus NX 250.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Jeep Wagoneer more than the Lexus NX 250, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Jeep Wagoneer, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 250.