2025 Lexus NX 250 vs. 2024 Nissan Murano Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 250

2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,965 to $44,490
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2024 Nissan
Murano

MSRP*: $38,740 to $48,450
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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
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
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.

Comparison Review

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). Whether you pick the Lexus NX 250 or the Nissan Murano, it's going to cost you about the same.

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.