2024 Lexus NX 350h vs. 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander 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 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander

2024 Toyota
Grand Highlander

MSRP*: $43,070 to $53,545
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MPG - City 41 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 37 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 97.5 ft3
Engine
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 265-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 240 hp 265 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 201.4 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 40.0 - 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 - 40.2 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Grand Highlander than in the Lexus NX 350h, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota Grand Highlander 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.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Lexus NX 350h will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Grand Highlander.

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

Handling
The Lexus NX 350h has a larger turning radius than the Toyota Grand Highlander, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota Grand Highlander is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350h for pulling heavy loads. The Lexus NX 350h has a little less horsepower than the Toyota Grand Highlander.

Powertrain
The Lexus NX 350h has much lower torque than the Toyota Grand Highlander, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the Lexus NX 350h seats a lot fewer people than the Toyota Grand Highlander. The Lexus NX 350h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota Grand Highlander.