2025 Lexus
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2024 Nissan
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 33 MPG | Info not available |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 46.9 ft3 | 65.0 - 67.0 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 260 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 192.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 75.4 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in |
Front 38.1 - 39.9 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.8 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Nissan Murano than in the Lexus NX 250, due to its greater head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus NX 250 and the Nissan Murano.
Convenience
The Nissan Murano 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Lexus NX 250 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Nissan Murano.
Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 250 is much slimmer than the Nissan Murano, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Lexus NX 250, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Nissan Murano.
Handling
The Lexus NX 250 has the same turning radius as the Nissan Murano, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus NX 250 is clearly the choice over the Nissan Murano for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus NX 250 has a lot less horsepower than the Nissan Murano.
Powertrain
The Lexus NX 250 has much lower torque than the Nissan Murano, 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 Lexus NX 250 and the Nissan Murano.
The Lexus NX 250 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Nissan Murano.