2025 Lexus NX 350 vs. 2024 Porsche Cayenne Review

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2025 Lexus
NX 350

MSRP*: $44,725 to $50,790
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2024 Porsche
Cayenne

MSRP*: $79,200 to $196,300
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MPG - City 21 MPG 15 - 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 21 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 52.4 - 60.3 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 348-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 468-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 650-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 hp 348 - 650 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 194.0 - 194.2 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 78.1 - 78.5 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
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Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
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*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

Convenience
With the Porsche Cayenne, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus NX 350, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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 350 is a better financial choice over the Porsche Cayenne, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 350 is much slimmer than the Porsche Cayenne, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Lexus NX 350, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Porsche Cayenne.

Handling
The Lexus NX 350 has a smaller turning radius than the Porsche Cayenne, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Porsche Cayenne is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus NX 350 has a lot less horsepower than the Porsche Cayenne.

Powertrain
The Lexus NX 350 has much lower torque than the Porsche Cayenne, 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 350 and the Porsche Cayenne. The Lexus NX 350 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Porsche Cayenne.