Toyota RAV4 vs. Lexus NX 350
In comparing the Toyota RAV4 to the Lexus NX 350, 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 350 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Toyota RAV4 versus the Lexus NX 350, the Toyota RAV4 is a better car than the Lexus NX 350.
Toyota RAV4 versus Lexus NX 350 Pricing
A used 2023 Toyota RAV4 ranges from $29,827 to $41,735 while a used 2023 Lexus NX 350 is priced between $46,870 to $52,797. For a new model, the Toyota RAV4's price is between $30,147 and $40,663, with the Lexus NX 350 priced between $45,982 and $55,544.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Toyota RAV4’s base engine makes 203 horsepower, and the Lexus NX 350 base engine makes 275 horsepower. The RAV4 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 493 miles. The NX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 421 miles. The RAV4 uses regular unleaded, and the NX 350 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota RAV4 and Lexus NX 350 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, while the Lexus NX 350 has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Toyota RAV4 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$30,147 - $40,663
Used Asking Price:
$29,827 - $41,735
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$45,982 - $55,544
Used Asking Price:
$46,870 - $52,797
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
34%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
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2 out of / 67Summary 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.
Summary Review
Not yet available
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
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Limited, TRD Off-Road, XLE, XLE Premium, Adventure, LE
Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Premium
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 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):
Not yet available
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):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
317 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
2000 lbs
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 421 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
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:
Available
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
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
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
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
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4035 lbs
Width:
73.4 inches
Height:
65.8 inches
Length:
183.5 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
225/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
