2025 Lexus
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 25 - 26 MPG | 19 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 32 - 33 MPG | 26 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 46.9 ft3 | 77.8 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 203 hp | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 195.5 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in |
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport than in the Lexus NX 250, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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). Whether you pick the Lexus NX 250 or the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 250 is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Handling
The Lexus NX 250 has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 250 for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus NX 250 has a lot less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
Powertrain
The Lexus NX 250 has much lower torque than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.
The Lexus NX 250 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.