2025 Lexus NX 250 vs. 2024 Toyota Venza Review

Picture of the 2025 Lexus NX 250

2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,965 to $44,490
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2024 Toyota
Venza

MSRP*: $35,070 to $43,215
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MPG - City 25 - 26 MPG 40 MPG
MPG - Hwy 32 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 ft3 55.1 ft3
Engine
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 203 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 183.5 in 186.6 in
Exterior Width 73.4 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 39.0 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Toyota Venza than in the Lexus NX 250, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lexus NX 250 and the Toyota Venza.

Convenience
The Toyota Venza requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus NX 250, making it more convenient to drive.

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 250 is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Venza.

Dimensions
The Lexus NX 250 is about the same width as the Toyota Venza. When looking at overall length, the Lexus NX 250 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Venza.

Handling
The Lexus NX 250 has the same turning radius as the Toyota Venza, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Lexus NX 250 has a little less horsepower than the Toyota Venza.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus NX 250 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Toyota Venza.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lexus NX 250 and the Toyota Venza. The Lexus NX 250 has less cargo space than the Toyota Venza, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.