2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid vs. 2025 Lexus NX 250 Review

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2025 Honda
CR-V Hybrid

MSRP*: $34,650 to $41,100
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2025 Lexus
NX 250

MSRP*: $40,965 to $44,490
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MPG - City 40 - 43 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 34 - 36 MPG 32 - 33 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 76.5 ft3 46.9 ft3
Engine
  • 204-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 203-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 204 hp 203 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.8 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 73.5 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 38.2 in
Rear 38.2 in
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda CR-V Hybrid than in the Lexus NX 250. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Lexus NX 250.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda CR-V Hybrid as you will with the Lexus NX 250, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Honda CR-V Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lexus NX 250.

Dimensions
The Honda CR-V Hybrid is about the same width as the Lexus NX 250. When looking at overall length, the Honda CR-V Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus NX 250.

Handling
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has the same turning radius as the Lexus NX 250, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus NX 250 is clearly the choice over the Honda CR-V Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Lexus NX 250.

Powertrain
The Honda CR-V Hybrid has much lower torque than the Lexus NX 250, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda CR-V Hybrid and the Lexus NX 250. With the Honda CR-V Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 250.