2024 Lexus NX 350h vs. 2024 Toyota RAV4 Prime 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 RAV4 Prime

2024 Toyota
RAV4 Prime

MSRP*: $43,690 to $47,560
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MPG - City 41 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 37 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 63.1 - 63.2 ft3
Engine
  • 240-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 302-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 240 hp 302 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 2,500 lbs
Exterior Length 183.5 in 180.9 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 37.7 - 39.5 in
Rear 37.7 - 39.5 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 RAV4 Prime than in the Lexus NX 350h, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Toyota RAV4 Prime 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). The Lexus NX 350h is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.

Dimensions
The Lexus NX 350h is about the same width as the Toyota RAV4 Prime. When looking at overall length, the Lexus NX 350h takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota RAV4 Prime.

Handling
The Lexus NX 350h has a significantly larger turning radius than the Toyota RAV4 Prime, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota RAV4 Prime is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350h for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lexus NX 350h has a lot less horsepower than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Lexus NX 350h and the Toyota RAV4 Prime 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 Toyota RAV4 Prime. The Lexus NX 350h has significantly less cargo capacity than the Toyota RAV4 Prime.