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Lexus NX 250 vs. Toyota RAV4

In comparing the Lexus NX 250 to the Toyota RAV4, The Toyota RAV4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Lexus NX 250 and Toyota RAV4 have the same base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lexus NX 250 versus the Toyota RAV4, the Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the Lexus NX 250.

Lexus NX 250 versus Toyota RAV4 Pricing

A used 2023 Lexus NX 250 ranges from $38,000 to $49,608 while a used 2023 Toyota RAV4 is priced between $29,827 to $41,735. For a new model, the Lexus NX 250's price is between $40,307 and $46,053, with the Toyota RAV4 priced between $30,147 and $40,663.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the base engine of both the Lexus NX 250 and the Toyota RAV4 makes 203 horsepower. The NX 250 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 479 miles. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Lexus NX 250 and Toyota RAV4 are comparable in regards to front leg room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Toyota RAV4 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Lexus NX 250.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Toyota RAV4 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Lexus NX 250

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2023 Toyota RAV4

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$40,307 - $46,053

Used Asking Price:

$38,000 - $49,608

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

34.1%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$30,147 - $40,663

Used Asking Price:

$29,827 - $41,735

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

34.7%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

9.0 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.5 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

8.5 / 10

Safety:

9.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

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3 / 29

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4 / 67

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5 / 24

Most Reliable Small SUVs

5 / 24

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

6 / 61
6 / 24

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6 / 24
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33 / 61

Summary Review

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Summary Review

The Toyota RAV4 is a compact crossover with seating for five. The current Toyota RAV4 was redesigned for the 2019 model year, with new models averaging $31,101 and 3-year-old models averaging $23,510.

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Pros and Cons

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Pros and Cons

  • Reputation for durability
  • Gasoline, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models available
  • Rugged SUV-like capability with the TRD Pro Off-Road trim

  • Lackluster driving experience
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto late to arrive
  • Cumbersome touchscreen controls

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

Base, Luxury, Premium

Trim Levels

Limited, TRD Off-Road, XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure, LE

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):

Not yet available

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:

203 hp @ 6600 rpm

Torque:

184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.055 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

203 hp @ 6600 rpm

Torque:

184 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.060 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

26 / 33 / 28

Range (city/hwy):

377 / 479 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

27 / 34 / 30

Range (city/hwy):

392 / 493 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Available

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Available

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.3 inches

Front Leg Room:

41 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.3 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

54 inches

Cargo Space:

22.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

46.9 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

37.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

41 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.8 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.8 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.4 inches

Cargo Space:

37.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

69.8 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

136.4 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3660 lbs

Width:

73.4 inches

Height:

65.8 inches

Length:

183.5 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.7 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3370 lbs

Width:

73 inches

Height:

67 inches

Length:

180.9 inches

Wheelbase:

105.9 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.4 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted alloy

Tire Size:

235/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

225/65R17