2025 Lexus NX 350 vs. 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 350

2025 Lexus
NX 350

MSRP*: $44,725 to $50,790
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2024 Subaru
Crosstrek

MSRP*: $25,195 to $32,195
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MPG - City 21 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 29 - 34 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 54.7 - 54.9 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 152-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 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.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Lexus NX 350 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 350.

Convenience
With the Subaru Crosstrek, 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). The Lexus NX 350 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 350 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 350, which is slightly longer than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Handling
The Lexus NX 350 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 350 is clearly the choice over the Subaru Crosstrek for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus NX 350 greatly out-muscles the Subaru Crosstrek.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lexus NX 350 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels 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 350 and the Subaru Crosstrek. The Lexus NX 350 has less cargo space than the Subaru Crosstrek, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.