2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs. 2025 Lexus NX 250 Review

Picture of the 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

2024 Land Rover
Range Rover Velar

MSRP*: $61,500 to $78,400
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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 19 - 22 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 70.1 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 394-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 247 - 394 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 5,291 - 5,511 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 188.9 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 80.3 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.0 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
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Lexus NX 250, with comparable head- and legroom. The Lexus NX 250 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar 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). The Land Rover Range Rover Velar will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Lexus NX 250, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Land Rover Range Rover Velar is much wider than the Lexus NX 250, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, which is slightly longer than the Lexus NX 250.

Handling
The Land Rover Range Rover Velar has a larger turning radius than the Lexus NX 250, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Land Rover Range Rover Velar is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 250 for pulling heavy loads. The Land Rover Range Rover Velar has a little more horsepower than the Lexus NX 250.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the Lexus NX 250. With the Land Rover Range Rover Velar, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 250.