2025 Lexus NX 350 vs. 2025 Volvo XC40 Review

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2025 Lexus
NX 350

MSRP*: $44,725 to $50,790
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2025 Volvo
XC40

MSRP*: $40,650 to $49,300
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MPG - City 21 MPG 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 57.5 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 hp 247 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 174.8 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 75.2 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 37.6 in
Rear 38.3 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 Volvo XC40, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus NX 350 and the Volvo XC40.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus NX 350 as you will with the Volvo XC40, 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). The Lexus NX 350 is somewhat more expensive than the Volvo XC40.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 350 is much slimmer than the Volvo XC40, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. 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 Volvo XC40.

Handling
The Lexus NX 350 has the same turning radius as the Volvo XC40, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volvo XC40 is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350 for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus NX 350 has a little more horsepower than the Volvo XC40.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus NX 350 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volvo XC40.

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 Volvo XC40. The Lexus NX 350 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volvo XC40.