2020 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2019 Toyota Highlander
When comparing the 2020 Lexus NX 300h's and the 2019 Toyota Highlander's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Lexus NX 300h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2019 Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Lexus NX 300h's and the 2019 Toyota Highlander's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Toyota Highlander is a better car than the 2020 Lexus NX 300h.
2020 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2019 Toyota Highlander Pricing
A used 2020 Lexus NX 300h ranges from $31,990 to $42,527 while a used 2019 Toyota Highlander is priced between $25,015 to $37,989.
2020 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2019 Toyota Highlander Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Lexus NX 300h loses 39.7 percent of its value and the 2019 Toyota Highlander loses 38.1 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Toyota Highlander retains 1.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Lexus NX 300h.
2020 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2019 Toyota Highlander Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus NX 300h is 8.5 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander's quality rating is 9.0 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 being ranked 2 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs.
2020 Lexus NX 300h vs. 2019 Toyota Highlander Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus NX 300h is 6.3 out of 10. For the Toyota Highlander the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Highlander an advantage in reliability compared to the Lexus NX 300h.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Lexus NX 300h’s base engine makes 194 horsepower, and the 2019 Toyota Highlander base engine makes 185 horsepower. The NX 300h is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 444 miles. The Highlander is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles.This gives the 2020 Lexus NX 300h the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Toyota Highlander the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Lexus NX 300h and the 2019 Toyota Highlander have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
31990 - 42527
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39711
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
25015 - 37989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.380816
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958187 / 10
Reliability:
8.674561 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus NX 300h Rankings
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53 out of / 58Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Lexus NX 300h Trim Levels
Base, Luxury
2019 Toyota Highlander Trim Levels
LE, LE Plus, Limited, Limited Platinum, SE, XLE
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 / 25000 miles
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):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
185 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
184 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 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:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 461 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
83.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4180 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
64.8 inches
Length:
182.7 inches
Wheelbase:
104.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4165 lbs
Width:
75.8 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
192.5 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:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/60R18