2025 Lexus NX 350 vs. 2024 Porsche Macan Review

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2025 Lexus
NX 350

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

MSRP*: $60,900 to $86,800
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MPG - City 21 MPG 17 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 22 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 53.0 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 261-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 434-hp, 2.9-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 hp 261 - 434 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 76.1 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 Macan, 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 Macan, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 350 is much slimmer than the Porsche Macan, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Lexus NX 350 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Porsche Macan.

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

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Porsche Macan is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350 for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus NX 350 has a little more horsepower than the Porsche Macan.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus NX 350 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Porsche Macan.

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 Macan. The Lexus NX 350 has less cargo space than the Porsche Macan, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.