2024 Lexus
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2024 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 21 MPG | 18 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 MPG | 24 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 46.9 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 275 hp | 269 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 200.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Volkswagen Atlas than in the Lexus NX 350, due to its greater head- and legroom.
The Volkswagen Atlas will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Lexus NX 350.
Convenience
The Volkswagen Atlas requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus NX 350, 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 350 is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Dimensions
Since the Lexus NX 350 is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the Lexus NX 350, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Atlas.
Handling
The Lexus NX 350 has the same turning radius as the Volkswagen Atlas, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Volkswagen Atlas is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350 for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Lexus NX 350 and the Volkswagen Atlas.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Lexus NX 350 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Utility
The Lexus NX 350 has less seating than the Volkswagen Atlas, making the Volkswagen Atlas the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The Lexus NX 350 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas.