2025 Lexus NX 250 vs. 2025 Nissan Murano Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 250

2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,965 to $44,490
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2025 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $40,470 to $49,600
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 203 hp 241 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 192.9 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 78.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 44.3 in
Rear 36.3 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 39.4 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.9 - 39.7 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Lexus NX 250 than the Nissan Murano. The Nissan Murano will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 250.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus NX 250 as you will with the Nissan Murano, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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 Lexus NX 250 is somewhat more expensive 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.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus NX 250 is clearly the choice over the Nissan Murano for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus NX 250 has a little 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.