2017 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2017 Lexus RX 450h
When comparing the 2017 Lexus NX 300h's and the 2017 Lexus RX 450h's specifications and ratings, the 2017 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 2017 Lexus RX 450h has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Lexus NX 300h's and the 2017 Lexus RX 450h's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2017 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2017 Lexus RX 450h Pricing
A used 2017 Lexus NX 300h ranges from $21,243 to $35,335 while a used 2017 Lexus RX 450h is priced between $27,742 to $40,990.
2017 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2017 Lexus RX 450h Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Lexus NX 300h loses 39.7 percent of its value and the 2017 Lexus RX 450h loses 44.3 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Lexus NX 300h retains 4.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Lexus RX 450h.
2017 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2017 Lexus RX 450h Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus NX 300h is 8.5 out of 10 while the Lexus RX 450h's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Lexus NX 300h being ranked 4 out of 28 Best Luxury Hybrid SUVs and the Lexus RX 450h being ranked 2 out of 28. Out of 26 Best Hybrid Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Lexus NX 300h is ranked 4 and the Lexus RX 450h is ranked 2.
2017 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2017 Lexus RX 450h Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus NX 300h is 6.3 out of 10. For the Lexus RX 450h the reliability rating is 9.3 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 450h a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus NX 300h.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Lexus NX 300h’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the 2017 Lexus RX 450h base engine makes 308 horsepower. The NX 300h is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. The RX 450h is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles.This gives the 2017 Lexus NX 300h the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2017 Lexus RX 450h the advantage in maximum range. The NX 300h uses regular unleaded, and the RX 450h uses premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Lexus NX 300h has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Lexus RX 450h, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.34 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21243 - 35335
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39711
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27742 - 40990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.443415
Lexus NX 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
6.3 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus RX 450h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.974554 / 10
Reliability:
9.343663 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
Lexus NX 300h Rankings
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27 out of / 28Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
2017 Lexus NX 300h Trim Levels
Base
2017 Lexus RX 450h Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 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):
4.34 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):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
308 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
33 / 30 / 31
Range (city/hwy):
488 / 444 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
31 / 28 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
533 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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:
Standard
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:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
18 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
55.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4180 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:
4740 lbs
Width:
74.6 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
192.5 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R18