2015 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
When comparing the 2015 Lexus NX 300h's and the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Lexus NX 300h has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Lexus NX 300h's and the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2015 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Pricing
A used 2015 Lexus NX 300h ranges from $17,895 to $31,371 while a used 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is priced between $19,461 to $31,172.
2015 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Lexus NX 300h loses 39.7 percent of its value and the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid loses 43.1 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Lexus NX 300h retains 3.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
2015 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus NX 300h is 8.5 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander Hybrid's quality rating is 9.2 out of 10. This results in the Lexus NX 300h being ranked 1 out of 10 Best Hybrid Luxury Small SUVs and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid being ranked 1 out of 30 Best Hybrid SUVs.
2015 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus NX 300h is 6.3 out of 10. For the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the reliability rating is 9.3 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander Hybrid a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus NX 300h.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Lexus NX 300h’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid base engine makes 280 horsepower. The NX 300h is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The Highlander Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles.This gives the 2015 Lexus NX 300h the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2015 Lexus NX 300h and the 2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
17895 - 31371
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39711
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
19461 - 31172
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.431133
Lexus NX 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Toyota Highlander Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.209349 / 10
Reliability:
9.328047 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus NX 300h Rankings
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17 out of / 26Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
2015 Lexus NX 300h Trim Levels
Base
2015 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Trim Levels
Limited, Limited Platinum
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
194 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
35 / 31 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
518 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 28 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
154.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4055 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4861 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/55R19