2025 Lexus NX 250 vs. 2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid Review

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2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,965 to $44,490
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2024 Volvo
XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid

MSRP*: $71,900 to $80,100
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 64.1 ft3
Engine
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 455-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 203 hp 455 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 195.0 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 79.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.0 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 38.9 in
Rear 38.5 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 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus NX 250 and the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

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). Clearly, the Lexus NX 250 is a better financial choice over the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 250 is much slimmer than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, 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 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Handling
The Lexus NX 250 has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid 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 Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus NX 250 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.

Utility
The Lexus NX 250 has less seating than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid, making the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Lexus NX 250 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volvo XC90 Recharge Plug-In Hybrid.