2025 Lexus
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2024 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 25 - 27 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 33 MPG | 29 - 34 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 46.9 ft3 | 54.7 - 54.9 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 152 - 182 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 1,500 - 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 176.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 70.9 - 71.7 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in |
Front 42.9 in
Rear 36.5 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in |
Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.0 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
The Lexus NX 250 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Crosstrek, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Subaru Crosstrek 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
The Subaru Crosstrek 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 Lexus NX 250 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Crosstrek, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 250 is much wider than the Subaru Crosstrek, 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 Lexus NX 250, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Crosstrek.
Handling
The Lexus NX 250 has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Crosstrek, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus NX 250 is clearly the choice over the Subaru Crosstrek for pulling heavy loads.
The Lexus NX 250 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Crosstrek.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus NX 250 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Crosstrek.
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 Subaru Crosstrek.
The Lexus NX 250 has less cargo space than the Subaru Crosstrek, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.