2024 Lexus NX 350h vs. 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Lexus NX 350h

2024 Lexus
NX 350h

MSRP*: $43,465 to $49,605
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

2025 Mazda
CX-50 Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,970 to $40,050
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MPG - City 41 MPG 39 MPG
MPG - Hwy 37 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 89.2 ft3
Engine
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 240 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 36.7 - 37.8 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 350h offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, with comparable head- and legroom. The Mazda CX-50 Hybrid will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 350h.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lexus NX 350h as you will with the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, 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 350h is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 350h is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Lexus NX 350h takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Handling
The Lexus NX 350h has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lexus NX 350h is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus NX 350h has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Lexus NX 350h and the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus NX 350h and the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. The Lexus NX 350h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.